среда, 27 июня 2012 г.

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Boat Parking

Posted: 26 Jun 2012 10:07 PM PDT

Park your boat in the designated spot without bumping into other stuff. Watch out as you have only 3 chances.

IJMS, Vol. 13, Pages 7963-7979: DsHsp90 Is Involved in the Early Response of Dunaliella salina to Environmental Stress †

Posted: 27 Jun 2012 12:00 AM PDT

Heat shock protein 90 (Hsp90) is a molecular chaperone highly conserved across the species from prokaryotes to eukaryotes. Hsp90 is essential for cell viability under all growth conditions and is proposed to act as a hub of the signaling network and protein homeostasis of the eukaryotic cells. By interacting with various client proteins, Hsp90 is involved in diverse physiological processes such as signal transduction, cell mobility, heat shock response and osmotic stress response. In this research, we cloned the dshsp90 gene encoding a polypeptide composed of 696 amino acids from the halotolerant unicellular green algae Dunaliella salina. Sequence alignment indicated that DsHsp90 belonged to the cytosolic Hsp90A family. Further biophysical and biochemical studies of the recombinant protein revealed that DsHsp90 possessed ATPase activity and existed as a dimer with similar percentages of secondary structures to those well-studied Hsp90As. Analysis of the nucleotide sequence of the cloned genomic DNA fragment indicated that dshsp90 contained 21 exons interrupted by 20 introns, which is much more complicated than the other plant hsp90 genes. The promoter region of dshsp90 contained putative cis-acting stress responsive elements and binding sites of transcriptional factors that respond to heat shock and salt stress. Further experimental research confirmed that dshsp90 was upregulated quickly by heat and salt shock in the D. salina cells. These findings suggested that dshsp90 might serve as a component of the early response system of the D. salina cells against environmental stresses.

IJERPH, Vol. 9, Pages 2283-2292: Symptomatological Features of Patients with and without Ecstasy Use during Their First Psychotic Episode

Posted: 27 Jun 2012 12:00 AM PDT

Background: Ecstasy use is generally chosen by adolescents and young adults for its entactogenic properties (the production of feelings of empathy, love, and emotional closeness to others.) Despite this desired and frequently realized outcome, Ecstasy use has often resulted in the genesis of psychotic symptoms and aggressive behaviors, particularly after chronic and/or intensive use. Methods: To explore the negative consequences of Ecstasy use and to examine the aggressive nature oftentimes seen in many Ecstasy users we employed a case-control study model. We compared, by means of validated psychometric tests, the psychopathological symptoms (BPRS), the aggressiveness (OAS) and the social adjustment (DSM-GAF) of psychotic patients with (n = 23) and without (n = 46) recent user of Ecstasy, during their first psychotic episode and hospitalization. All 23 Ecstasy users were Ecstasy users only. Results: Almost all of the psychotic symptoms were of similar severity in both groups. Blunted affect was milder in users than in non-users, whereas hostility and aggressive behavior was significantly more severe in users than in non-users. Conclusions: psychosis with a high level of aggressiveness and violence constitutes an important 'side-effect' that surely runs counter to the expected entactogenic action of Ecstasy. At a patient psycho-educational level, this study suggests that the use of Ecstasy may be counterproductive with respect to user expectations.

Future Internet, Vol. 4, Pages 618-620: Introduction to the Special Issue on Recent Advances in Web Services

Posted: 27 Jun 2012 12:00 AM PDT

We have collected five papers describing different aspects of web services and cloud computing. Cloud computing is the next stage of application interoperability and it is a logical extension of web services, both approaches being a variety of Service-Oriented Architecture. The papers cover security, migration, certification, and application development. Together, these papers provide a useful panorama of some of the issues of these two technologies.

Remote Sensing, Vol. 4, Pages 1913-1928: Mapping Rural Areas with Widespread Plastic Covered Vineyards Using True Color Aerial Data

Posted: 27 Jun 2012 12:00 AM PDT

Plastic covering is used worldwide to protect crops against damaging growing conditions. This agricultural practice raises some controversial issues. While it significantly impacts on local economic vitality, plasticulture also shows several environmental affects. In the Apulia Region (Italy) the wide-spreading of artificial plastic coverings for vineyard protection has showed negative consequences on the hydrogeological balance of soils as well as on the visual quality of rural landscape. In order to monitor and manage this phenomenon, a detailed site mapping has become essential. In this study an efficient object-based classification procedure from Very High Spatial Resolution (VHSR) true color aerial data was developed on eight test areas located in the Ionian area of the Apulia Region in order to support the updating of the existing land use database aimed at plastic covered vineyard monitoring.

Sensors, Vol. 12, Pages 8912-8929: Maximum Likelihood-Based Iterated Divided Difference Filter for Nonlinear Systems from Discrete Noisy Measurements

Posted: 27 Jun 2012 12:00 AM PDT

A new filter named the maximum likelihood-based iterated divided difference filter (MLIDDF) is developed to improve the low state estimation accuracy of nonlinear state estimation due to large initial estimation errors and nonlinearity of measurement equations. The MLIDDF algorithm is derivative-free and implemented only by calculating the functional evaluations. The MLIDDF algorithm involves the use of the iteration measurement update and the current measurement, and the iteration termination criterion based on maximum likelihood is introduced in the measurement update step, so the MLIDDF is guaranteed to produce a sequence estimate that moves up the maximum likelihood surface. In a simulation, its performance is compared against that of the unscented Kalman filter (UKF), divided difference filter (DDF), iterated unscented Kalman filter (IUKF) and iterated divided difference filter (IDDF) both using a traditional iteration strategy. Simulation results demonstrate that the accumulated mean-square root error for the MLIDDF algorithm in position is reduced by 63% compared to that of UKF and DDF algorithms, and by 7% compared to that of IUKF and IDDF algorithms. The new algorithm thus has better state estimation accuracy and a fast convergence rate.

Rapid Assault - Screenshots

Posted: 27 Jun 2012 03:31 AM PDT

RAPID ASSAULT will be a free download with a free playable map and the ability to unlock more scenarios and units through the purchase of DLC packs available at launch. Cornered Rat Software is targeting a fall release for the PC and plans to use Kickstarter as a source for a final round of financing.

SQUIDS Wild West - Screenshots

Posted: 27 Jun 2012 03:46 AM PDT

SQUIDS Wild West has a unique mix of action strategy and RPG: build your team of heroes for challenging turn-based battles against corrupted crabs and shrimp! This sequel is even better than the original, with many surprises in store: devious new enemies, four new playable characters, and nearly twice as many levels. You can even ride seahorses into battle!

Features
• Brand new chapter in the funny and exciting SQUIDS saga
• Unique mix of turn-based tactics and classic RPG elements
• An epic adventure: hours of gameplay with varied missions and boss battles
• Simple controls: grab Squids by the tentacles, then fling them across the battlefield
• Four character classes with different abilities: shooters, scouts, troopers, and healers
• Recruit your own Squid army among 12+ playable characters
• Equip your Squids with special ability-boosting helmets
• Universal App with iCloud syncing—play on any device and store your progress!

Resonance - Screenshots

Posted: 27 Jun 2012 03:56 AM PDT

A brilliant particle physicist has just died under suspicious circumstances, leaving the classified details of his powerful new technology locked away in a hidden vault. Now fate has thrown together four strangers - the scientist's protégé, a doctor, a police officer, and an investigative reporter - to find the vault before this potentially catastrophic weapon falls into the wrong hands. Controlling each of these protagonists, Resonance players will decide when they should work together, which secrets to guard, and who to trust. But loyalties will be tested as the clock ticks down to global disaster, and you may discover that you've been mistaken all along...

Aqua Data Studio 11.0.8 - Single interface for common relational databases.. (Demo)

Posted: 27 Jun 2012 02:55 AM PDT



Aqua Data Studio provides an integrated database environment with a single consistent interface to all major relational databases. This allows the DBA or developer to tackle multiple tasks simultaneously from one application. Aqua Data Studio's sophisticated Query Analyzer allows users to work on database scripts with specific RDBMS syntax highlighting and auto-completion to develop and test scripts, including detailed client statistical information and multi-grid results. Its graphical browsing capabilities allow you to understand the structure and dependencies of the database schema at a click of a mouse. It also includes the ability to save your query results in many formats including HTML and XML.

Version 11.0.8:
  • Bug : Schema Script Generator : Checkboxes to Select / Unselect objects is not working because of the Sort algorithm.
  • Bug : Informix : The length of an lvarchar column is not displayed in the schema browser.


  • Mac OS X 10.5 or later
  • Core 2 Duo or Xeon processor
  • Java 1.6 or later
  • 64-bit processor


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Sound Byte Radio Episode 6: Elder Scrolls IV, Persona 3, Darksiders II

Posted: 26 Jun 2012 11:56 PM PDT

We return from a season break to bring you video game music galore, featuring Celtic-influenced dirges, fantasy rock and some pop.

 

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"Sound Byte Radio Episode 6: Elder Scrolls IV, Persona 3, Darksiders II" was posted by Jonathan Toyad on Tue, 26 Jun 2012 23:56:20 -0700

Game Masters: Warren Spector

Posted: 26 Jun 2012 10:18 PM PDT

We asked the famed designer his thoughts on the current state of the gaming industry.

 

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"Game Masters: Warren Spector" was posted by Laura Parker on Tue, 26 Jun 2012 22:18:22 -0700

ACMI Game Masters - Warren Spector Interview

Posted: 26 Jun 2012 10:06 PM PDT

The master of choice and consequence Warren Spector speaks about his ideas about the RPG genre space and what caused him to create a game like Deus Ex for ACMI's Game Masters exhibition in Melbourne, Australia.

 

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"ACMI Game Masters - Warren Spector Interview" was posted by edmondt on Tue, 26 Jun 2012 22:06:53 -0700

An Evening with Warren Spector

Posted: 26 Jun 2012 09:52 PM PDT

GameSpot AU hosted an intimate night with legendary game designer Warren Spector, where he gave us a demo of Epic Mickey 2, spoke about his history and gave his thoughts on the games industry.

 

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"An Evening with Warren Spector" was posted by edmondt on Tue, 26 Jun 2012 21:52:47 -0700

Night Mare Mount Novelty Item Video - Tera

Posted: 26 Jun 2012 07:42 PM PDT

The new Tera novelty item, a Night Mare Mount, in action on all races and genders. Store item for 24.99.

 

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"Night Mare Mount Novelty Item Video - Tera" was posted by JimM on Tue, 26 Jun 2012 19:42:13 -0700

Castle Volkihar and Lord HarkonGameplay Video - Skyrim: Dawnguard

Posted: 26 Jun 2012 05:39 PM PDT

Taking Serana to Castle Volkihar will end up presenting you with a gift of Vampire Lord, will you accept?

 

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"Castle Volkihar and Lord HarkonGameplay Video - Skyrim: Dawnguard" was posted by JimM on Tue, 26 Jun 2012 17:39:57 -0700

Freedom for Serana Gameplay Video - Skyrim: Dawnguard

Posted: 26 Jun 2012 05:39 PM PDT

After setting the Brazier's into motion, mysterious woman is awakened from a long forgotten tomb in the Awakening quest.

 

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"Freedom for Serana Gameplay Video - Skyrim: Dawnguard" was posted by JimM on Tue, 26 Jun 2012 17:39:24 -0700

Approaching Fort Dawnguard Gameplay Video - Skyrim: Dawnguard

Posted: 26 Jun 2012 05:38 PM PDT

Follow Agmaer to Fort Dawnguard in order to meet Isran and learn about joining the Dawnguard.

 

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"Approaching Fort Dawnguard Gameplay Video - Skyrim: Dawnguard" was posted by JimM on Tue, 26 Jun 2012 17:38:31 -0700

Vampire Infested Cave Gameplay Video - Skyrim: Dawnguard

Posted: 26 Jun 2012 05:37 PM PDT

Setting out on a quest for Isran of the Dawnguard will have heroes enter a deadly cave full of Vampires.

 

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"Vampire Infested Cave Gameplay Video - Skyrim: Dawnguard" was posted by JimM on Tue, 26 Jun 2012 17:37:55 -0700

Light Byte - Screenshots

Posted: 27 Jun 2012 03:15 AM PDT

GAME FEATURES
- Simple Tap-to-Shoot Controls: Shoot the blocks as they descend; chain together blocks of the same color to clear them.
- Memory Gameplay: Blocks fade quickly so you'll need to remember their colors!
- Frenzy Mode: Chain together 8 blocks of the same color to enter Frenzy mode and score even more points.
- Five Colors: Three starting colors - red, blue, yellow - with green and purple blocks to unlock as you play.
- Upgradeable Powerups: Use powerups (one for each color) to help you stay alive. Each can be upgraded to a super version if you advance far enough in the game.
- Multiple Game Modes, including Endless Mode, Full Byte Mode, and three versions of Time Attack. Earn them for free as you play the game, or unlock them immediately as in-app purchases.
- Game Center Leaderboards and Achievements: Compete against friends and yourself.

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