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Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks
America's first national park, Yellowstone contains an incomparable combination of natural beauty, rugged wilderness, and abundant wildlife. Nearby, Grand Teton National Park is renowned for its magnificent, jagged, snow-capped peaks. The Compass American Guide to these parks is chock-full of dazzling photos of the majestic geysers, lakes, and wildlife that make them unlike any places on earth.
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Knock! Knock! Where is there?
\"This hilarious follow-up collection of jokes featuring all the subjects of the ever-popular Where Is? series will keep kids laughing right through geography class! There are 300 silly jokes about places like Stonehenge, Easter Island, the Bermuda Triangle, Mount Rushmore, Area 51, and even our Solar System in this all-new collection\"-- Publisher's website.
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The genomic diversity and spatial patterns of Mycobacterium bovis in Ireland revealed by whole genome sequencing
Background
Bovine tuberculosis (bTB), caused primarily by
Mycobacterium bovis
, remains a major challenge across the island of Ireland. Despite decades of an eradication programme that encompasses cattle testing, movement restrictions, and badger culling, bTB prevalence has increased in recent years. The epidemiology of bTB is complex, with inter-species (e.g. badger-cattle) and intra-species (e.g. cattle-cattle) transmission of infection. This study utilised whole-genome sequencing (WGS) to investigate the genetic diversity and spatial distribution of
M. bovis
across the island of Ireland as a route to help elucidate transmission of infection.
Results
A total of 5,875
M. bovis
isolates from cattle and badgers were analysed to identify strain diversity, geographic clustering, and patterns of strain sharing within and between host species. Our findings reveal significant regional variation in strain distribution, with certain clades predominantly confined to specific regions, while others are more widely dispersed. Strong genetic similarities between cattle and badger isolates support the role of badgers as infection reservoirs. Furthermore, a subset of herds contained multi-strain infections and amongst these herds there were ‘controlled finishing units’ (CFUs), where infection was more likely driven by inward cattle movements than local transmission.
Conclusions
By integrating phylogenetic analysis with spatial mapping and cattle movement data, this study provides new insights into
M. bovis
transmission pathways and highlights the value of WGS in refining Ireland’s bTB control strategies.
Journal Article
Expert Twisted : Event-Driven and Asynchronous Programming with Python
\"Explore Twisted, the Python-based event-driven networking engine, and review several of its most popular application projects. It is written by community leaders who have contributed to many of the projects covered, and share their hard-won insights and experience.Expert Twisted starts with an introduction to event-driven programming, explaining it in the context of what makes Twisted unique. It shows how Twisted's design emphasizes testability as a solution to common challenges of reliability, debugging, and start-to-finish causality that are inherent in event-driven programming. It also explains asynchronous programming, and the importance of functions, deferreds, and coroutines. It then uses two popular applications, treq and klein, to demonstrate calling and writing Web APIs with Twisted./The second part of the book dives into Twisted projects, in each case explaining how the project fits into the Twisted ecosystem and what it does, and offers several examples to bring readers up to speed, with pointers to additional resources for more depth. Examples include using Twisted with Docker, as a WSGI container, for file sharing, and more.\"-- Provided by publisher
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Ultrasound of the hand and upper extremity : a step-by-step guide
This easy-to-follow 'cookbook' guides hand surgeons and radiologists through the process of diagnosis and treatment
Mobile ultrasonography is revolutionizing the way hand surgery patients are managed. Ultrasound of the Hand and Upper Extremity: A Step-by-Step Guide is the first book on this field that is intended for practicing hand surgeons and the radiologists who work with them. A stepwise, practical guide specially designed for quick reference, with bullet-point text, informative figures, and detailed clinical examples, this book and its accompanying videos are ideal for the busy clinician.
Edited by John R. Fowler and Nandkumar M. Rawool, with contributions by other experts with long experience in ultrasound techniques, this book features a reader-friendly chapter structure that describes the appropriate setup, anatomic landmarks, probe and patient positioning, comparative normal anatomy, relevant pathologic anatomy, and available injection techniques for 14 anatomic areas and conditions.
Key Highlights
* Full-color photographs to depict proper patient and probe positioning for optimal results
* Expert advice on ultrasound machine settings for achieving the best images in various structures
* Labeled ultrasound images of deformities and normal anatomy for comparative clinical use
* Thirteen instructive videos highlight ultrasound techniques for a range of structures and pathologies
This unique guidebook for upper limb ultrasound methods is the essential primary reference for all practicing hand surgeons and residents, as well as orthopedic surgeons, sports medicine specialists, and radiologists who must provide their patients with unrivaled care using state-of-the-art equipment and techniques.
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The art and soul of Dune part two
\"The Art and Soul of Dune: Part Two captures the breathtaking behind-the-scenes journey behind the making of Dune: Part Two, the second film in director Denis Villeneuve's six-time Oscar-winning film adaptation of author Frank Herbert's science fiction classic. Written by Dune: Part Two producer Tanya Lapointe (p.g.a.), this visually dazzling exploration of the filmmaking process gives unparalleled insight into the project's genesis--from its striking environmental designs to its intricate costume concepts and landmark digital effects. The Art and Soul of Dune: Part Two also features exclusive interviews with key members of the cast and crew, including Denis Villeneuve, production designer Patrice Vermette, and many more, delivering a uniquely candid account of the hugely ambitious international shoot\" Provided by publisher.
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Humanizing the education machine: how to create schools that turn disengaged kids into inspired leaders
A clear roadmap for the new territory of education Education in the U.S. has been under fire for quite some time, and for good reason. The numbers alone tell a very disconcerting story: according to various polls, 70% of teachers are disengaged. Add to that the fact that the United States ranks last among industrialized nations for college graduation levels, and it's evident there's a huge problem that needs to be addressed. Yet the current education system and its school buildings-with teachers standing in front of classrooms and lecturing to students-have gone largely unchanged since the 19th century. Humanizing the Education Machine tackles this tough issue head-on. It describes how the education system has become ineffective by not adapting to fit students' needs, learning styles, perspectives, and lives at home. This book explains how schools can evolve to engage students and involve parents. It serves to spread hope for reform and equip parents, educators, administrators, and communities to: Analyze the pitfalls of the current U.S. education system Intelligently argue the need to reform the current landscape of education Work to make a difference in the public education system Be an informed advocate for your child or local school system If you're a concerned parent or professional looking for a trusted resource on the need for education reform, look no further than Humanizing the Education Machine. This illuminating resource provides the information you need to become a full partner in the new human-centered learning revolution.
eBook
Spider-Man/Deadpool
Get the full story of the unlikely bromance between Spider-Man and Deadpool.
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Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery
The most comprehensive, up-to-date textbook on Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery
Glaucoma affects millions of people worldwide and is the second leading cause of blindness. Major advances in innovative surgical techniques, collectively termed minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS), have revolutionized the field. These groundbreaking ophthalmic surgery approaches are effective, are not bleb-dependent, and they result in fewer complications. Authored by a Who's Who of prominent experts in the MIGS movement, this book represents the most comprehensive book written to date on the subject.
Leading glaucoma surgeons offer unique perspectives and experience gleaned from developing and mastering these state-of-the-art techniques. The first four sections discuss fundamental concepts of eye anatomy and structure, outflow implications, and aqueous production. The remaining sections cover the latest cutting-edge procedures elucidated through text descriptions and case studies, with the final two chapters offering insights into how to best incorporate MIGS into your practice and possibilities for combining MIGS procedures to expand the treatment algorithm for patients with more moderate to advanced disease. Meticulous, step-by-step drawings, photos, and surgical videos further delineate advanced MIGS techniques.
Select State-of-the-Art Procedures
* Trabecular Outflow
* Trabectome
* Gonioscopic Assisted Transluminal Trabeculotomy (GATT)
* Ab Interno 360 Degree Goniotomy (TRAB360)
* iStent
* Hydrus
* Eximer Laser Trabeculoplasty
* Uveoscleral Outflow
* Canaloplasty
* SOLX Gold Shunt
* CyPass
* iStent Supra
* Aqueous Humor Reduction
* Endoscopic Cyclophotocoagulation
* Transconjunctival Filtration
* Aquesys XEN Gel Stent
* InnFocus Microshunt
This remarkable resource will enable ophthalmologists to incorporate cutting-edge MIGS into practice. It is a must have for any clinician who endeavors to advance the treatment of glaucoma.
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