John Chiu is a mechanical engineer seeking a position. His portfolio summarizes several projects from his education experience including developing a low-cost force sensor for his master's thesis. As an undergraduate, he led the design of a robotic fish and worked on a Baja car competition. He has experience in mechanical design, CAD modeling, robotics, and sensor integration.
GIS for Reduction of Red Tape and Removing Sectorial Boundaries!CAPIGI
Presentation by Vincent Viool of Capgemini on the application of GIS for Reduction of Red Tape and Removing Sectorial Boundaries in agriculture. During CAPIGI 2011 4-6 April 2011 in Amsterdam.
GMES - current status and potential link to agricultureCAPIGI
Presentation by Mariusz Legowski of JRC-IES on the status and application potential of the Global Monitoring of the Environment and Security system of the EU.
Vinay Poal is a senior level engineering professional seeking a challenging role in product development, R&D, or project management. He has 19 years of experience in these fields, having worked for several automotive companies. He specializes in new product development, project management, product design, and driving innovation. Some of his key accomplishments include developing new products and features for Tata Motors, managing R&D teams and projects for Valeo India, and product engineering for Behr India.
C. pneumoniae infection of human aortic endothelial cells leads to increased expression of the cell adhesion molecule ICAM-1. The study found that C. pneumoniae activates the PKC and NF-κB signaling pathways in endothelial cells, resulting in increased transcription of the ICAM-1 gene. Inhibition of either PKC or NF-κB blocked the C. pneumoniae-induced upregulation of ICAM-1. The increased ICAM-1 expression contributes to the chronic inflammation associated with atherosclerosis by promoting adhesion and transmigration of monocytes into the arterial wall.
252 statin therapy influence on coronary calcificationSHAPE Society
1) The study examined whether statin therapy can slow the progression of coronary artery calcification as measured by electron beam tomography (EBT) scans.
2) 66 patients underwent EBT scans at baseline and after 14 months without treatment, showing an average calcification increase of 25%.
3) Patients were then treated with cerivastatin for 12 months, reducing their LDL cholesterol by 35%. Follow-up EBT scans showed the treated group had an average increase of only 8.8%, significantly lower than the untreated group.
4) Patients whose LDL was reduced below 100 mg/dl showed an average decrease in calcification of -3.4%, indicating statin therapy may even reduce calcification levels at very low
Atherosclerotic plaque contains iron positive cells such as subendothelial macrophages. Macrophages accumulate in the layers of arteries and contribute to the formation of atherosclerotic plaque. The presence of iron positive macrophages is a characteristic of atherosclerotic plaque building up in arteries.
Progress and Challenges for the Prevention of Food Losses and WastesFAO
Presentación de Murillo Freire Junior (Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation), en el marco del “Second Regional Dialogue on Prevention and Reduction of Food Losses and Waste”, realizado el 17 y 18 de noviembre de 2016, en Saint George’s, Granada.
John Chiu is a mechanical engineer seeking a position. His portfolio summarizes several projects from his education experience including developing a low-cost force sensor for his master's thesis. As an undergraduate, he led the design of a robotic fish and worked on a Baja car competition. He has experience in mechanical design, CAD modeling, robotics, and sensor integration.
GIS for Reduction of Red Tape and Removing Sectorial Boundaries!CAPIGI
Presentation by Vincent Viool of Capgemini on the application of GIS for Reduction of Red Tape and Removing Sectorial Boundaries in agriculture. During CAPIGI 2011 4-6 April 2011 in Amsterdam.
GMES - current status and potential link to agricultureCAPIGI
Presentation by Mariusz Legowski of JRC-IES on the status and application potential of the Global Monitoring of the Environment and Security system of the EU.
Vinay Poal is a senior level engineering professional seeking a challenging role in product development, R&D, or project management. He has 19 years of experience in these fields, having worked for several automotive companies. He specializes in new product development, project management, product design, and driving innovation. Some of his key accomplishments include developing new products and features for Tata Motors, managing R&D teams and projects for Valeo India, and product engineering for Behr India.
C. pneumoniae infection of human aortic endothelial cells leads to increased expression of the cell adhesion molecule ICAM-1. The study found that C. pneumoniae activates the PKC and NF-κB signaling pathways in endothelial cells, resulting in increased transcription of the ICAM-1 gene. Inhibition of either PKC or NF-κB blocked the C. pneumoniae-induced upregulation of ICAM-1. The increased ICAM-1 expression contributes to the chronic inflammation associated with atherosclerosis by promoting adhesion and transmigration of monocytes into the arterial wall.
252 statin therapy influence on coronary calcificationSHAPE Society
1) The study examined whether statin therapy can slow the progression of coronary artery calcification as measured by electron beam tomography (EBT) scans.
2) 66 patients underwent EBT scans at baseline and after 14 months without treatment, showing an average calcification increase of 25%.
3) Patients were then treated with cerivastatin for 12 months, reducing their LDL cholesterol by 35%. Follow-up EBT scans showed the treated group had an average increase of only 8.8%, significantly lower than the untreated group.
4) Patients whose LDL was reduced below 100 mg/dl showed an average decrease in calcification of -3.4%, indicating statin therapy may even reduce calcification levels at very low
Atherosclerotic plaque contains iron positive cells such as subendothelial macrophages. Macrophages accumulate in the layers of arteries and contribute to the formation of atherosclerotic plaque. The presence of iron positive macrophages is a characteristic of atherosclerotic plaque building up in arteries.
Progress and Challenges for the Prevention of Food Losses and WastesFAO
Presentación de Murillo Freire Junior (Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation), en el marco del “Second Regional Dialogue on Prevention and Reduction of Food Losses and Waste”, realizado el 17 y 18 de noviembre de 2016, en Saint George’s, Granada.
Tough Texture Men's Fall 2016 trend forecastShaina Douty
The document provides temperature data from 10 different locations over a period of time. The temperatures range from 407C to 7614C. Locations include 475C, 429C, 7545C, 7614C, 7512C, 419C, 417C, 446C, 407C, and 4590C. The source of the temperature data is listed as MineralPrints.
El documento habla sobre la nube en internet y el cloud computing. Explica que la nube nos permite almacenar nuestros datos de forma virtual con nuestro consentimiento y nos da acceso a ellos desde cualquier dispositivo con conexión a internet. También menciona algunas ventajas y desventajas de usar la nube, así como ejemplos populares de servicios en la nube como Dropbox, Google Drive, Mega y otros.
Narvis Kennel provides their resume, which details their education at Temple University where they studied advertising and psychology, as well as relevant internship experiences where they conducted analytics and created strategic social media campaigns. Their resume also lists additional experience creating a detailed media plan using a $50 million budget, as well as activities and skills including proficiency in analytics and advertising tools.
Advertising opportunities - Resetting the table 2016 Rad Fsc
PROFILE YOUR ORGANIZATION IN THE ASSEMBLY PROGRAM. An extraordinary networking and learning opportunity. A place to show your commitment to healthy, sustainable food for all.
Businesses and organizations who share our values and wish to be part of a national conversation about food are invited to advertise in our program.
The document provides information on litchi production for export markets. It discusses the botanical description of litchi, important varieties for export like Shahi and Rose Scented, ideal climate and soil conditions, production techniques including propagation, irrigation, nutrition, and protection from diseases. It also outlines post-harvest processes and strengths and weaknesses of Indian litchi exports. The key points are production of litchi for export markets, descriptions of popular varieties, and information on growing and processing litchi.
This document outlines an approach to identifying and managing coronary risk. It recommends that prevention must be the primary goal through intensive global risk factor reduction for all patients with clinically apparent heart disease. It also recommends identifying asymptomatic high-risk individuals through testing like the Framingham Risk Score so they can receive prevention. It proposes a risk stratification approach from low to very high risk based on annual risk levels and corresponding testing and treatments, with very high risk patients receiving the most intensive treatments like invasive detection of unstable plaques and procedures like CABG or multiple drug-eluting stents.
Market led extension is a paradigm shift from mere production led extension to market ward orientation of the extension system such that with market analysis and market information one continue for market oriented production. It is a tried between Fish Farmer/ Agro Farmer, Extension System and Economics particularly Market.
Market-led extension focuses on identifying customer needs before offering services. It is demand-driven, client-oriented, and aims to provide high returns for farmers. Agricultural extension personnel play key roles like conducting SWOT analyses of markets, organizing farmer groups, establishing marketing linkages, and acquiring market intelligence. Challenges include the large size of extension systems, integrating information technology, diverse farm conditions, and improving market intelligence and extension reforms. Effective market-led extension produces based on demand, works with efficient farmer groups, uses various market information sources, and improves communication within marketing channels. Reforms are needed to empower farmers with market knowledge and provide competitive marketing options and infrastructure investments.
March 2017_Consumer products Canada_min of ag agri-food_labelsRad Fsc
The letter is from the presidents of the Canadian Federation of Agriculture and Food & Consumer Products of Canada to the Canadian Minister of Agriculture regarding proposed warning labels on food by Health Canada. It expresses concerns that the proposed "stop sign" style labels will harm the agricultural and food industry in Canada and undermine efforts to expand exports. The letter urges the minister to work with industry on alternative labeling approaches that will inform consumers and promote healthy eating without damaging the economy or Canada's reputation as a food producer.
June 2017_Open joint letter_Federal Government Healthy Eating StrategyRad Fsc
This open letter from several Canadian health organizations urges the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food to support the federal government's Healthy Eating Strategy. The strategy aims to improve the diet of Canadians through revising Canada's Food Guide, restricting unhealthy food marketing to children, and implementing robust front-of-package nutrition labeling. The letter argues the strategy is important because diet-related diseases cost Canada $26 billion annually and highly processed foods have replaced healthier options in diets. Front-of-package labeling in particular would help consumers easily identify foods high in sodium, sugar, and saturated fat. Supporting this strategy would promote a healthier population and food system in Canada.
Diet is the number one risk factor for chronic diseases. The document outlines how Canadians have unhealthy diets that put them at risk for diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. Specifically, only a third of Canadians eat enough vegetables and fruit daily. Also, over a third of calories consumed by Canadians come from highly processed foods high in sodium, sugar, and saturated fat. The document calls on Canadians to make healthier choices by eating more vegetables, fruit, whole grains and plant-based proteins to reduce their risk of chronic diseases and obesity.
From Patchwork to Policy Coherence: Principles and Priorities of Canada's Nat...Rad Fsc
Food Secure Canada releases discussion paper on national food policy: From Patchwork to Policy Coherence: Principles and Priorities of Canada's National Food Policy. The federal government is expected to launch its consultation on a national food policy in the coming weeks and Food Secure Canada is releasing today a discussion paper, From Patchwork to Policy Coherence: Principles and Priorities of Canada's National Food Policy, outlining the key principles and priorities that need to be addressed as the policy is developed.
Le pouvoir d’achat : 10 leçons sur la manière d’augmenter l’approvisionnement...Rad Fsc
Le Réseau pour une alimentation durable et la Fondation de la famille J. W. McConnell publient conjointement un rapport intitulé Le pouvoir d’achat : 10 leçons sur la manière d’augmenter l’approvisionnement des écoles, des hôpitaux et des campus en aliments locaux, sains et savoureux. Ce dernier décrit les leçons que nous avons apprises sur la manière de rendre l’approvisionnement alimentaire des établissements plus durable — que cela concerne les critères servant à déterminer ce qu’est un aliment « local », la manière de tirer profit des contrats d’approvisionnement, l’instauration d’une culture alimentaire dans les établissements, ou le changement politique —, de même que les occasions de mener ce travail de transformation à une plus grande échelle.
Purchasing Power: 10 Lessons on Getting More Local, Sustainable, and Deliciou...Rad Fsc
The document discusses 10 lessons learned about changing institutional food purchasing and services. The first lesson is that institutions need to clearly define what "local food" means to them in order to engage with supply chains. While there is a legal definition, many see local food on a hierarchy from community to larger regions. Institutions should strategically define their goals for local food. Projects in the learning group took different approaches to defining local.
Resetting the Table - FSC's 9th Assembly (Toronto - October 13-16, 2016)Rad Fsc
Resetting the Table, Food Secure Canada’s 9th Assembly in Toronto, October 13 - 16 2016, will have a place for you with 50+ skill-building workshops, tours, keynotes and networking opportunities. Check out our program and read more on http://resettingthetable.ca/
Take a Stand: The Food Exhibit - Resetting the Table 2016Rad Fsc
This document promotes Food Secure Canada's 9th National Assembly titled "Resetting the Table" taking place in Toronto in October 2016. It invites businesses and organizations to participate in a special exhibition called "Take a Stand" where they can showcase their work and share their values around healthy, sustainable food. The assembly will include over 50 sessions, tours, and evening events attended by 700-1000 food leaders from across Canada. Vendors are encouraged to provide samples, demonstrations, and information at their exhibition space to promote their organization and network with attendees.
For a Universal Healthy School Food ProgramRad Fsc
The Coalition for Healthy School Food is seeking federal funding for a Universal Healthy School Food Program that would provide healthy meals and snacks in all Canadian schools. Currently, only a small percentage of students have access to school food programs. A universal program could help address nutrition and health challenges facing Canadian children and lay the foundation for healthy eating habits. It could also support student learning and mental health while potentially boosting local food economies and reducing healthcare costs in the long run.
It took 3500 people almost three years to come up with A People's Food Policy for Canada (2nd Edition, 2015). This grassroots response to the crises in our food systems – millions hungry, millions obese, declining numbers of farmers and fishers – offers a menu of workable policies that can put us on the right path.
Tough Texture Men's Fall 2016 trend forecastShaina Douty
The document provides temperature data from 10 different locations over a period of time. The temperatures range from 407C to 7614C. Locations include 475C, 429C, 7545C, 7614C, 7512C, 419C, 417C, 446C, 407C, and 4590C. The source of the temperature data is listed as MineralPrints.
El documento habla sobre la nube en internet y el cloud computing. Explica que la nube nos permite almacenar nuestros datos de forma virtual con nuestro consentimiento y nos da acceso a ellos desde cualquier dispositivo con conexión a internet. También menciona algunas ventajas y desventajas de usar la nube, así como ejemplos populares de servicios en la nube como Dropbox, Google Drive, Mega y otros.
Narvis Kennel provides their resume, which details their education at Temple University where they studied advertising and psychology, as well as relevant internship experiences where they conducted analytics and created strategic social media campaigns. Their resume also lists additional experience creating a detailed media plan using a $50 million budget, as well as activities and skills including proficiency in analytics and advertising tools.
Advertising opportunities - Resetting the table 2016 Rad Fsc
PROFILE YOUR ORGANIZATION IN THE ASSEMBLY PROGRAM. An extraordinary networking and learning opportunity. A place to show your commitment to healthy, sustainable food for all.
Businesses and organizations who share our values and wish to be part of a national conversation about food are invited to advertise in our program.
The document provides information on litchi production for export markets. It discusses the botanical description of litchi, important varieties for export like Shahi and Rose Scented, ideal climate and soil conditions, production techniques including propagation, irrigation, nutrition, and protection from diseases. It also outlines post-harvest processes and strengths and weaknesses of Indian litchi exports. The key points are production of litchi for export markets, descriptions of popular varieties, and information on growing and processing litchi.
This document outlines an approach to identifying and managing coronary risk. It recommends that prevention must be the primary goal through intensive global risk factor reduction for all patients with clinically apparent heart disease. It also recommends identifying asymptomatic high-risk individuals through testing like the Framingham Risk Score so they can receive prevention. It proposes a risk stratification approach from low to very high risk based on annual risk levels and corresponding testing and treatments, with very high risk patients receiving the most intensive treatments like invasive detection of unstable plaques and procedures like CABG or multiple drug-eluting stents.
Market led extension is a paradigm shift from mere production led extension to market ward orientation of the extension system such that with market analysis and market information one continue for market oriented production. It is a tried between Fish Farmer/ Agro Farmer, Extension System and Economics particularly Market.
Market-led extension focuses on identifying customer needs before offering services. It is demand-driven, client-oriented, and aims to provide high returns for farmers. Agricultural extension personnel play key roles like conducting SWOT analyses of markets, organizing farmer groups, establishing marketing linkages, and acquiring market intelligence. Challenges include the large size of extension systems, integrating information technology, diverse farm conditions, and improving market intelligence and extension reforms. Effective market-led extension produces based on demand, works with efficient farmer groups, uses various market information sources, and improves communication within marketing channels. Reforms are needed to empower farmers with market knowledge and provide competitive marketing options and infrastructure investments.
March 2017_Consumer products Canada_min of ag agri-food_labelsRad Fsc
The letter is from the presidents of the Canadian Federation of Agriculture and Food & Consumer Products of Canada to the Canadian Minister of Agriculture regarding proposed warning labels on food by Health Canada. It expresses concerns that the proposed "stop sign" style labels will harm the agricultural and food industry in Canada and undermine efforts to expand exports. The letter urges the minister to work with industry on alternative labeling approaches that will inform consumers and promote healthy eating without damaging the economy or Canada's reputation as a food producer.
June 2017_Open joint letter_Federal Government Healthy Eating StrategyRad Fsc
This open letter from several Canadian health organizations urges the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food to support the federal government's Healthy Eating Strategy. The strategy aims to improve the diet of Canadians through revising Canada's Food Guide, restricting unhealthy food marketing to children, and implementing robust front-of-package nutrition labeling. The letter argues the strategy is important because diet-related diseases cost Canada $26 billion annually and highly processed foods have replaced healthier options in diets. Front-of-package labeling in particular would help consumers easily identify foods high in sodium, sugar, and saturated fat. Supporting this strategy would promote a healthier population and food system in Canada.
Diet is the number one risk factor for chronic diseases. The document outlines how Canadians have unhealthy diets that put them at risk for diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. Specifically, only a third of Canadians eat enough vegetables and fruit daily. Also, over a third of calories consumed by Canadians come from highly processed foods high in sodium, sugar, and saturated fat. The document calls on Canadians to make healthier choices by eating more vegetables, fruit, whole grains and plant-based proteins to reduce their risk of chronic diseases and obesity.
From Patchwork to Policy Coherence: Principles and Priorities of Canada's Nat...Rad Fsc
Food Secure Canada releases discussion paper on national food policy: From Patchwork to Policy Coherence: Principles and Priorities of Canada's National Food Policy. The federal government is expected to launch its consultation on a national food policy in the coming weeks and Food Secure Canada is releasing today a discussion paper, From Patchwork to Policy Coherence: Principles and Priorities of Canada's National Food Policy, outlining the key principles and priorities that need to be addressed as the policy is developed.
Le pouvoir d’achat : 10 leçons sur la manière d’augmenter l’approvisionnement...Rad Fsc
Le Réseau pour une alimentation durable et la Fondation de la famille J. W. McConnell publient conjointement un rapport intitulé Le pouvoir d’achat : 10 leçons sur la manière d’augmenter l’approvisionnement des écoles, des hôpitaux et des campus en aliments locaux, sains et savoureux. Ce dernier décrit les leçons que nous avons apprises sur la manière de rendre l’approvisionnement alimentaire des établissements plus durable — que cela concerne les critères servant à déterminer ce qu’est un aliment « local », la manière de tirer profit des contrats d’approvisionnement, l’instauration d’une culture alimentaire dans les établissements, ou le changement politique —, de même que les occasions de mener ce travail de transformation à une plus grande échelle.
Purchasing Power: 10 Lessons on Getting More Local, Sustainable, and Deliciou...Rad Fsc
The document discusses 10 lessons learned about changing institutional food purchasing and services. The first lesson is that institutions need to clearly define what "local food" means to them in order to engage with supply chains. While there is a legal definition, many see local food on a hierarchy from community to larger regions. Institutions should strategically define their goals for local food. Projects in the learning group took different approaches to defining local.
Resetting the Table - FSC's 9th Assembly (Toronto - October 13-16, 2016)Rad Fsc
Resetting the Table, Food Secure Canada’s 9th Assembly in Toronto, October 13 - 16 2016, will have a place for you with 50+ skill-building workshops, tours, keynotes and networking opportunities. Check out our program and read more on http://resettingthetable.ca/
Take a Stand: The Food Exhibit - Resetting the Table 2016Rad Fsc
This document promotes Food Secure Canada's 9th National Assembly titled "Resetting the Table" taking place in Toronto in October 2016. It invites businesses and organizations to participate in a special exhibition called "Take a Stand" where they can showcase their work and share their values around healthy, sustainable food. The assembly will include over 50 sessions, tours, and evening events attended by 700-1000 food leaders from across Canada. Vendors are encouraged to provide samples, demonstrations, and information at their exhibition space to promote their organization and network with attendees.
For a Universal Healthy School Food ProgramRad Fsc
The Coalition for Healthy School Food is seeking federal funding for a Universal Healthy School Food Program that would provide healthy meals and snacks in all Canadian schools. Currently, only a small percentage of students have access to school food programs. A universal program could help address nutrition and health challenges facing Canadian children and lay the foundation for healthy eating habits. It could also support student learning and mental health while potentially boosting local food economies and reducing healthcare costs in the long run.
It took 3500 people almost three years to come up with A People's Food Policy for Canada (2nd Edition, 2015). This grassroots response to the crises in our food systems – millions hungry, millions obese, declining numbers of farmers and fishers – offers a menu of workable policies that can put us on the right path.
Call for proposals | Resetting the Table 2016Rad Fsc
Do you have a message, a lesson, or a conversation to bring to Resetting the Table? We are looking for plenaries, workshops, pecha kuchas and any creative event to bring the diverse voices of the food movement to the Assembly.
Sponsorship opportunities | Resetting the Table 2016Rad Fsc
We are inviting businesses and organizations who share our values and wish to be part of a national conversation about food to partner with us by becoming a sponsor of our 9th Assembly. Be part of the growing trend for more healthy and sustainable food in a country where no-one goes hungry.
Partner with us | Resetting the Table 2016 Rad Fsc
Resetting the Table, Food Secure Canada’s 9th Assembly promises to be our most exciting, diverse and largest yet, nested in a city where the food movement thrives in every neighborhood. We couldn’t pull off our Assemblies without partners of all kinds. We are looking for partners who will work with us to bring Resetting the Table to life. As a partner, you will contribute time, ideas and/or support fundraising to plan a defined aspect of the Assembly.
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