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The document summarizes research about a target audience for a music video. It shows the results of polls asking about age, music genres, what stands out in music videos, colors related to the indie genre, familiarity with the band The 1975, what people like about that band, interest in a video by that band, and what people look for in music videos. The key findings are that the target audience for indie music is 14-21 year olds, popular indie-related colors are black, white and grey, and people generally want to see a story or meaning in a music video.
Michael Pasquale is a private software company founded in 1994 that provides Medicaid-as-a-Service through various cloud-based platforms and applications. It has experienced significant growth, now with over 1200 employees and $151.8 million in revenue in 2007. The company aims to continue expanding its Medicaid management systems and services to new states through cloud computing technology that erases geographic boundaries.
El documento describe el procedimiento de aclimatación de lodo para un reactor de tratamiento de aguas residuales. Se prepara el sustrato y se coloca en el reactor junto con el agua. Luego se agregan 40 ml de lodo activo al reactor y se aplica aireación. En los días 3 y 5 se agregan cantidades adicionales de sustrato mientras continúa la aireación, para aclimatar el lodo antes de su uso en el tratamiento de aguas.
The document discusses how game mechanics can be used to make applications and services more fun, compelling and addictive. It explores several common game mechanics like collecting points, feedback systems, leaderboards, levels and customization. These mechanics engage users by appealing to primal behaviors and encouraging participation through social and competitive elements. The talk suggests these techniques could be applied to more functional software to shape user behavior in a game-like way.
This document discusses using matching as an alternative to A/B testing for analyzing the effects of changes in games. It notes that in games, players self-select into options that maximize their fun rather than being randomly assigned. The document then explains the assumptions and methods of matching, including different matching algorithms that can be used to match treated and untreated players based on observable characteristics. It presents results of using matching to analyze the effect of "zeropayments" in a game, which guide players through a fake payment process. Finally, it provides references for further reading on matching methods.
The document summarizes research about a target audience for a music video. It shows the results of polls asking about age, music genres, what stands out in music videos, colors related to the indie genre, familiarity with the band The 1975, what people like about that band, interest in a video by that band, and what people look for in music videos. The key findings are that the target audience for indie music is 14-21 year olds, popular indie-related colors are black, white and grey, and people generally want to see a story or meaning in a music video.
Michael Pasquale is a private software company founded in 1994 that provides Medicaid-as-a-Service through various cloud-based platforms and applications. It has experienced significant growth, now with over 1200 employees and $151.8 million in revenue in 2007. The company aims to continue expanding its Medicaid management systems and services to new states through cloud computing technology that erases geographic boundaries.
El documento describe el procedimiento de aclimatación de lodo para un reactor de tratamiento de aguas residuales. Se prepara el sustrato y se coloca en el reactor junto con el agua. Luego se agregan 40 ml de lodo activo al reactor y se aplica aireación. En los días 3 y 5 se agregan cantidades adicionales de sustrato mientras continúa la aireación, para aclimatar el lodo antes de su uso en el tratamiento de aguas.
The document discusses how game mechanics can be used to make applications and services more fun, compelling and addictive. It explores several common game mechanics like collecting points, feedback systems, leaderboards, levels and customization. These mechanics engage users by appealing to primal behaviors and encouraging participation through social and competitive elements. The talk suggests these techniques could be applied to more functional software to shape user behavior in a game-like way.
This document discusses using matching as an alternative to A/B testing for analyzing the effects of changes in games. It notes that in games, players self-select into options that maximize their fun rather than being randomly assigned. The document then explains the assumptions and methods of matching, including different matching algorithms that can be used to match treated and untreated players based on observable characteristics. It presents results of using matching to analyze the effect of "zeropayments" in a game, which guide players through a fake payment process. Finally, it provides references for further reading on matching methods.
This document discusses plans to start an immersive gaming business. It notes that the gaming industry in Malaysia generates an estimated $7 billion in annual revenue. It identifies classic games like Tetris, Pong, and Breakout as potential competitors but notes their weaknesses include a lack of variety and catering to specific groups. The business will use marketing strategies like immersive experiences, hype from advertising and events, and in-game currency/purchasable items. Management roles are assigned to the four shareholders as CEO, Marketing, Technology Development, and Finance. Startup capital of $15 million is planned, with financial forecasts projecting profits of $6.73 million in the third year of operation.
An introduction to CIFOR's global comparative study on REDD+ (GCS-REDD+)CIFOR-ICRAF
Presented by Maria Brockhaus at a workshop on 'Sharing insights across REDD+ countries: Opportunities and obstacles for effective, efficient, and equitable carbon and non-carbon results' from 21-23 February 2017 in Naypyidaw, Myanmar.
Xiaomi Inc. is a Chinese electronics company founded in 2010 that designs, develops, and sells smartphones, mobile apps, and other consumer electronics. The company was founded by Lei Jun and is headquartered in Beijing, China. This presentation provides an overview of Xiaomi for the EECS 441 class given by Yining Zhou on February 22, 2016.
- Banco Santander presented its 1Q'16 earnings and provided an overview of performance by business area.
- For Spain, net interest income was up driven by lower cost of deposits and fee income grew, while costs were down and loan loss provisions decreased.
- The United Kingdom saw growth in lending to individuals and deposits, while costs decreased and asset quality improved.
- In Brazil, lending growth was supported by individuals and SMEs, while revenues grew and costs decreased despite higher inflation.
La bendición invoca el apoyo activo de Dios para el bienestar de la persona. Dar y recibir bendiciones trae beneficios tanto para quien la da como para quien la recibe. Las bendiciones comienzan en el hogar y profundizan las relaciones, trayendo compañerismo, sanidad y esperanza. Vivir en presencia de Dios a través del amor y la obediencia garantiza gozar de la bendición divina.
Este documento describe La Puerta del Infierno, un cráter en llamas de 60 metros de diámetro en el desierto de Karakum en Turkmenistán. Se formó en 1971 cuando geólogos soviéticos que perforaban el suelo accidentalmente desataron gases inflamables debajo, que prendieron fuego para quemarlos pero que siguen ardiendo 50 años después. El cráter ofrece un espectáculo espeluznante de fuego que honra su nombre de Puerta del Infierno.
El Big Ben, el gran reloj ubicado en la torre del Palacio de Westminster en Londres, celebró su 150 aniversario en 2009. Es uno de los símbolos más reconocidos de Londres y el Reino Unido. La torre y el reloj fueron construidos entre 1854 y 1859 para reemplazar estructuras dañadas por un incendio. El reloj de más de 7 metros de diámetro ha marcado el tiempo en Londres de manera confiable durante más de 150 años.
El documento argumenta que la edad cronológica de una persona no es lo más importante, sino cómo se siente una persona por dentro. A cualquier edad, uno puede gritar sus pensamientos sin miedo, hacer lo que desea y aprender de experiencias pasadas. La edad que realmente importa es la que uno siente subjetivamente.
El documento plantea una teoría inquietante sobre el comportamiento de la especie humana que se asemeja al de un patógeno, multiplicándose sin límites, consumiendo recursos sin considerar el futuro y produciendo residuos dañinos. Al igual que cuando el cuerpo humano eleva su temperatura para combatir una infección, el calentamiento global podría ser la forma en que el planeta induce una "fiebre" para defenderse de la contaminación humana. Los efectos dañinos de la actividad humana sobre el medio ambiente se han vuelto innegables desde la
Winter is a challenging time for many bird species. Food sources are scarce due to the cold temperatures, forcing birds to adapt in various ways like migrating to warmer climates, changing diets, or forming flocks to find food more efficiently. Some birds, like chickadees, titmice, and nuthatches, remain in colder regions by growing thicker coats and decreasing activity to conserve energy during the winter months.
De acuerdo a recientes excavaciones arqueológicas, Damasco parece ser la ciudad más antigua del mundo ya que ha sido habitada continuamente desde el décimo milenio antes de Cristo. Otras ciudades antiguas aún habitadas incluyen Jericó (9,000 a.C.), Alepo (2,000 a.C.), y Argos (2,000 a.C.). Varias ciudades como Varanasi, Jerusalén, y Tiro tienen evidencia de ocupación humana desde 3,500-2,700 a.C.
Peter Cornelis Dommersen was a 19th Century Dutch marine and landscape painter known by various names including Pieter Christian Dommersen and P.C. Dommersen. He was a member of a famous family of Amsterdam painters and worked in Brussels, England, and Holland, exhibiting his works in London between 1865 and 1878.
The document is an automatically running presentation without mouse clicks that cycles through images of famous people along with their names and a consistent URL. It lists over 80 famous individuals from various fields including politics, entertainment, music, and more. Each entry includes the person's name and ends with the same URL.
This document lists various beautiful natural and man-made locations around the world including Cinque Terre in Italy, Keukenhof Tulip Gardens in Holland, Son Doong Cave in Vietnam, terraced rice fields in Yunnan China, salt flats in Bolivia, bamboo forests in Japan, travertine pools in Turkey, underwater cenotes in Mexico, waterfalls in Iceland and Scotland, bridges in Canada and Venice, lakes and islands in various countries, and ski resorts in Chile and Norway.
French painter André Savy creates inviting scenes featuring the crisp white-washed architecture of Greek islands like Mykonos and Santorini against the mythic blues of the Aegean region, drawing artistic inspiration from these islands and their gentle pace of life during his frequent visits to capture the unique clarity of the Aegean light.
Este documento presenta una colección de carteles de películas clásicas de las décadas de 1950 y 1960, con música de fondo de esa época. El autor dedica la presentación a amigos mayores que disfrutaron de esas películas en su juventud. Incluye carteles de filmes populares e icónicos como Lo que el viento se llevó, Casablanca, Cantando bajo la lluvia, y las películas de James Bond.
Este poema reflexiona sobre las lecciones que se aprenden con el tiempo sobre el amor y las relaciones. A medida que uno envejece, aprende que el amor no es solo sexo, los regalos no son promesas, y que uno puede ser fuerte e independiente cultivando su propio jardín interior en lugar de depender de otros. Con el tiempo, también se aprende a valorar a los verdaderos amigos y a perdonar, y a vivir el momento presente sin esperar el futuro.
This document discusses plans to start an immersive gaming business. It notes that the gaming industry in Malaysia generates an estimated $7 billion in annual revenue. It identifies classic games like Tetris, Pong, and Breakout as potential competitors but notes their weaknesses include a lack of variety and catering to specific groups. The business will use marketing strategies like immersive experiences, hype from advertising and events, and in-game currency/purchasable items. Management roles are assigned to the four shareholders as CEO, Marketing, Technology Development, and Finance. Startup capital of $15 million is planned, with financial forecasts projecting profits of $6.73 million in the third year of operation.
An introduction to CIFOR's global comparative study on REDD+ (GCS-REDD+)CIFOR-ICRAF
Presented by Maria Brockhaus at a workshop on 'Sharing insights across REDD+ countries: Opportunities and obstacles for effective, efficient, and equitable carbon and non-carbon results' from 21-23 February 2017 in Naypyidaw, Myanmar.
Xiaomi Inc. is a Chinese electronics company founded in 2010 that designs, develops, and sells smartphones, mobile apps, and other consumer electronics. The company was founded by Lei Jun and is headquartered in Beijing, China. This presentation provides an overview of Xiaomi for the EECS 441 class given by Yining Zhou on February 22, 2016.
- Banco Santander presented its 1Q'16 earnings and provided an overview of performance by business area.
- For Spain, net interest income was up driven by lower cost of deposits and fee income grew, while costs were down and loan loss provisions decreased.
- The United Kingdom saw growth in lending to individuals and deposits, while costs decreased and asset quality improved.
- In Brazil, lending growth was supported by individuals and SMEs, while revenues grew and costs decreased despite higher inflation.
La bendición invoca el apoyo activo de Dios para el bienestar de la persona. Dar y recibir bendiciones trae beneficios tanto para quien la da como para quien la recibe. Las bendiciones comienzan en el hogar y profundizan las relaciones, trayendo compañerismo, sanidad y esperanza. Vivir en presencia de Dios a través del amor y la obediencia garantiza gozar de la bendición divina.
Este documento describe La Puerta del Infierno, un cráter en llamas de 60 metros de diámetro en el desierto de Karakum en Turkmenistán. Se formó en 1971 cuando geólogos soviéticos que perforaban el suelo accidentalmente desataron gases inflamables debajo, que prendieron fuego para quemarlos pero que siguen ardiendo 50 años después. El cráter ofrece un espectáculo espeluznante de fuego que honra su nombre de Puerta del Infierno.
El Big Ben, el gran reloj ubicado en la torre del Palacio de Westminster en Londres, celebró su 150 aniversario en 2009. Es uno de los símbolos más reconocidos de Londres y el Reino Unido. La torre y el reloj fueron construidos entre 1854 y 1859 para reemplazar estructuras dañadas por un incendio. El reloj de más de 7 metros de diámetro ha marcado el tiempo en Londres de manera confiable durante más de 150 años.
El documento argumenta que la edad cronológica de una persona no es lo más importante, sino cómo se siente una persona por dentro. A cualquier edad, uno puede gritar sus pensamientos sin miedo, hacer lo que desea y aprender de experiencias pasadas. La edad que realmente importa es la que uno siente subjetivamente.
El documento plantea una teoría inquietante sobre el comportamiento de la especie humana que se asemeja al de un patógeno, multiplicándose sin límites, consumiendo recursos sin considerar el futuro y produciendo residuos dañinos. Al igual que cuando el cuerpo humano eleva su temperatura para combatir una infección, el calentamiento global podría ser la forma en que el planeta induce una "fiebre" para defenderse de la contaminación humana. Los efectos dañinos de la actividad humana sobre el medio ambiente se han vuelto innegables desde la
Winter is a challenging time for many bird species. Food sources are scarce due to the cold temperatures, forcing birds to adapt in various ways like migrating to warmer climates, changing diets, or forming flocks to find food more efficiently. Some birds, like chickadees, titmice, and nuthatches, remain in colder regions by growing thicker coats and decreasing activity to conserve energy during the winter months.
De acuerdo a recientes excavaciones arqueológicas, Damasco parece ser la ciudad más antigua del mundo ya que ha sido habitada continuamente desde el décimo milenio antes de Cristo. Otras ciudades antiguas aún habitadas incluyen Jericó (9,000 a.C.), Alepo (2,000 a.C.), y Argos (2,000 a.C.). Varias ciudades como Varanasi, Jerusalén, y Tiro tienen evidencia de ocupación humana desde 3,500-2,700 a.C.
Peter Cornelis Dommersen was a 19th Century Dutch marine and landscape painter known by various names including Pieter Christian Dommersen and P.C. Dommersen. He was a member of a famous family of Amsterdam painters and worked in Brussels, England, and Holland, exhibiting his works in London between 1865 and 1878.
The document is an automatically running presentation without mouse clicks that cycles through images of famous people along with their names and a consistent URL. It lists over 80 famous individuals from various fields including politics, entertainment, music, and more. Each entry includes the person's name and ends with the same URL.
This document lists various beautiful natural and man-made locations around the world including Cinque Terre in Italy, Keukenhof Tulip Gardens in Holland, Son Doong Cave in Vietnam, terraced rice fields in Yunnan China, salt flats in Bolivia, bamboo forests in Japan, travertine pools in Turkey, underwater cenotes in Mexico, waterfalls in Iceland and Scotland, bridges in Canada and Venice, lakes and islands in various countries, and ski resorts in Chile and Norway.
French painter André Savy creates inviting scenes featuring the crisp white-washed architecture of Greek islands like Mykonos and Santorini against the mythic blues of the Aegean region, drawing artistic inspiration from these islands and their gentle pace of life during his frequent visits to capture the unique clarity of the Aegean light.
Este documento presenta una colección de carteles de películas clásicas de las décadas de 1950 y 1960, con música de fondo de esa época. El autor dedica la presentación a amigos mayores que disfrutaron de esas películas en su juventud. Incluye carteles de filmes populares e icónicos como Lo que el viento se llevó, Casablanca, Cantando bajo la lluvia, y las películas de James Bond.
Este poema reflexiona sobre las lecciones que se aprenden con el tiempo sobre el amor y las relaciones. A medida que uno envejece, aprende que el amor no es solo sexo, los regalos no son promesas, y que uno puede ser fuerte e independiente cultivando su propio jardín interior en lugar de depender de otros. Con el tiempo, también se aprende a valorar a los verdaderos amigos y a perdonar, y a vivir el momento presente sin esperar el futuro.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise boosts blood flow and levels of neurotransmitters and endorphins which elevate and stabilize mood.
William A. Schneider is a painter who works primarily in oil and pastel. He seeks to capture the emotion of a particular moment by painting figures, landscapes, or still lifes from life and exploring the effects of light on form. Schneider initially studied art in college but later pursued careers in the music and finance industries before returning to painting in 1990. He has received extensive training and awards for his work, which has been featured in several art publications and books. Schneider lives in Crystal Lake, IL with his wife.
Gibran Khalil Gibran fue un poeta, pintor, novelista y ensayista libanés que emigró a Estados Unidos a los 11 años en busca de nuevas oportunidades. Se convirtió en un influyente escritor y artista cuyas obras, especialmente su libro más famoso El Profeta, se han traducido a más de 20 idiomas y sus pinturas se han exhibido en grandes capitales del mundo. El fragmento presentado contiene palabras atribuidas a Gibran sobre la relación entre padres e hijos, en las que enfatiza que aunque los pad
French painter André Savy creates inviting scenes featuring the crisp white-washed architecture of Greek islands like Mykonos and Santorini against the mythic blues of the Aegean region, drawing artistic inspiration from these islands and their gentle pace of life during his frequent visits to capture the unique clarity of the Aegean light.
German painter Christa Kieffer was born in Tubingen, Germany and recognized for her artistic potential as a child. She studied art extensively in Europe before moving to the United States to attend the Art Center College of Design in Los Angeles. Working primarily in oil paintings with luminous glazes, Kieffer was inspired by her perception of community excitement during the Belle Epoque era in France. She frequently traveled to Paris in the early hours to photograph the enchantment of the city cloaked in past glory. Kieffer's paintings focused on depicting cities as playgrounds during a balanced time of excitement and leisure through the juxtaposition of natural and artificial light.
La ciudad de Venecia está construida sobre 120 islas en una laguna pantanosa conectada al Mar Adriático. Sus 160 canales y 455 puentes unen las islas, sobre las cuales se construyeron edificios utilizando pilotes de madera para dar estabilidad en el terreno inestable. El Gran Canal divide la ciudad y conecta la Plaza de San Marcos con el mar.
El documento presenta una serie de fotografías históricas que muestran diferentes eventos y situaciones a través de la historia, incluyendo cambios en las leyes y costumbres, innovaciones tecnológicas, conflictos sociales y guerras. Algunas de las fotos muestran el arresto de Annette Kellerman por usar un traje de baño revelador en 1907, a Annie Taylor sobreviviendo la caída de las Cataratas del Niágara en un barril en 1901, y a niños comiendo nabos y repollo durante la Gran Depres