...ships inside the Lager. In describing the gray zone, Levi discusses the different roles of prisoners assigned by the Nazi. The prisoners that did the work were seen as being more privileged which at the end of the day helped them get more food and live better. Therefore, the concept of the gray zone is analyzing the difference between the privileged and the non-privileged in the Lager. The difference can be seen by the tasks that the prisoners carried out, for example, one of the groups were seen as, “Low ranking functionaries... sweepers, kettle washers, night watchmen, bed smoothers... checkers of lice and scabies, messengers, interpreters, assistants’ assistants. In general, these people poor devils like ourselves, who worked full time like everyone else but who for an extra half liter of soup were willing to carry out these and other ‘tertiary’ functions.” This group was seen as harmless and not much different than the underprivileged. The other group of prisoners in the Lager was seen as the enemies to their own people. They were referred to as the Kapos who were “free to commit the worst atrocities on their subject as punishment for any transgressions, or even without any motive whatsoever: until the end of 1943 it was not unusual for a prisoner to be beaten to death by a Kapo without the latter having to fear any sanctions.” The prisoners that became part of the Kapo were seen as permanent. They were not accepted back by their people if they were willing to give...
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...ACI Worldwide Inc (NAS:ACIW) Altman Z-Score 2.73 (As of Today) ACI Worldwide Inc has a Z-score of 2.73, indicating it is in Grey Zones. This implies that ACI Worldwide Inc is in some kind of financial stress. If it is below 1.81, the company may faces bankrupcy risk. The zones of discrimination were as such: When Z-Score is less than 1.81, it is in Distress Zones. When Z-Score is greater than 2.99, it is in Safe Zones. When Z-Score is between 1.81 and 2.99, it is in Grey Zones. ACIW' s Altman Z-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years Min: 0.61 Max: 15.42 Current: 2.7 0.61 15.42 During the past 13 years, ACI Worldwide Inc's highest Altman Z-Score was 15.42. The lowest was 0.61. And the median was 3.20. Altman’s “Z- Score”, the paramount recognized model of Financial Distress which uses several ratios to generate a prediction of the likelihood of Bankruptcy. This model uses multiple discriminant analysis to predict the Financial Distress. According to the rules of calculating Z-Score, we need to find the Five Financial Ratios. Assessment Here we can perceive the ALTMAN’S Z -Score of ADVANCED CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED (ACI), which reveals the Financial Distress of the Company as a whole. ACI has the Z-Score of 1.57 which reflects, the company is in the Ambiguous Position. On the other hand the entire company is not solvent enough because the Working Capital figure of the company is showing negative, which is one of the major factors in analyzing the Z-Score. At the end of the...
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...Intangibles LEAD 6100 Measurement Concepts & Analysis January 24th, 2016 The first intangible I have chosen is determining the impact of using co-branded graphics, printing of the Toyota and Lexus logos on all service part packaging. How does it impact our customers? Are the customers aware that Lexus is the luxury division of Toyota? Do the co-branded graphics hinder or prevent grey/black market part sales? As for the method I suggest using random sampling from Toyota dealerships throughout the network for determining customer awareness of Lexus affiliation with Toyota. In regards to the grey/black market parts sales I am thinking of tracking the number of incidents since the implementation of the graphics to see if there is any fluctuation. Based on data from our legal department has there been any increases or decreases in identifying grey/black market sales since the packaging change was implemented. If so, were any of the new packaging specs involved? The second intangible that I selected is determining the value of a packaging spec paten. How does an organization like Toyota determine the value of a patented packaging spec? The patented packaging design has been proven to be successful with protecting the part(s) thus reducing damage claims. So in theory the dollar amount of damage claims prior to implementing the packaging spec could be used as a baseline. For example if damage dollars were equivalent to $100,000 and after the packaging spec...
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...1 Brand guidelines Created July 2011 Minak Theatre, Cornwall Brand guidelines 2 Houses of Parliament, London 3 Welcome to VisitEngland’s brand guidelines Introduction 05_ VisitEngland’s mission 06_ Guidelines and their use 07_ About VisitEngland 4 Elements 09_ The VisitEngland logo 10_ Logo size 11_ Logo don’ts 12_ Logo colourways 13_ Logo exclusion zone 14_ Logo usage 15_ Graphic device 16_ Transparent rose 17_Working with other logos 18_ VisitEngland colours 19_ Subject area colours 20_ Everyday typeface 21_ Printed typeface 22_ Photography 24_ Photography do’s 25_ Photography don’ts 26_ Supporting devices 27_ House style 28_ Corporate responsibility Templates 31_ PowerPoint 35_ Generic cover design 37_ Briefing documents 39_ Letterhead & compliments slip 41_ Certificate 43_ E–Communications 46_ Business cards 48_ Case study/Best Practice Guide 51_ A5 flyer 53_ A4 booklet 55_ Business documents 57_ Layout grid 59_ Banner stands Appendix 61_ VisitEngland brand hierarchy Anthony Gormley sculptures at Crosby beach, Merseyside Contact Details VisitEngland’s mission | Brand guidelines | 05 5 VisitEngland will lead and drive forward the quality, competiveness and sustainable growth of England’s visitor economy by providing strategic direction, intelligence and coordinated marketing for the sector. Through partnership and collaborative activities we will support our partners at national and local levels to deliver excellent visitor...
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...Assignment SGL 407: Engineering geology I13/0134/2010 Diorite This is a grey to dark grey intermediate intrusive igneous rock. It occurs in association with either granite or gabbro intrusions. Diorite results from partial melting of mafic rock above a subduction zone. The extrusive equivalent rock type is andesite Diorites in Kenya are found in kakamega dome area, mt. Kenya region, mutito Andei area, matuu-masinga areas in central Kenya and along the Kenyan rift (bogoria region) Quartzite Quartzite is a quartz-rich metamorphic rock, often formed from quartz rich sandstone. The quartz crystals are typically much more tightly interlocked in the quartzite, and the quartzite is more compact, denser, and stronger rock than the original sandstone. Quartzites are found in the Mozambique belt which consists largely of metamorphic rocks. In Kenya they are found to occur mainly in the eastern province that is Kitui county, Machakos county and Mbeere area in Embu Evaporates These are chemical sediments basically formed by chemical processes usually from direct precipitation of solutions They are actually minerals but since they have extensive impurities they are referred to as rocks. Evaporite rocks show ancient conditions of extensive evaporation. Examples of these include; Gypsum deposits (CaSO4.2H2o), anhydrite (CaSO4), and rock salt (Nacl) They occur in Lake Magadi area and Kajiado in Kenya Conglomerate and breccias These are clastic sedimentary rocks formed...
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...Investment Decision on DSE Listed Company Chapter-1 : Introduction The Dhaka Stock Exchange is the prime bourse of the country. Through its nonstop highly fault tolerant screen based automated trading system the exchange has been offering facilities for transparent and highly efficient provisions for secondary market activities of securities. Origin of the topic This term paper originated as an academic requirement of BBA Program. This is authorized and organized by the department of BBA. After completion of the program period a student must submit the term paper on the assigned topic to the Supervisor and to the department. The program is three months duration. I was assigned to Dhaka Stock Exchange Limited, to complete the program. Objective of the study Objectives of this study are as follows- - To present an overview of Dhaka Stock Exchange. -To identify the trend line of DSE and that of those securities incorporated in DSE. -To identify the strength and performance of DSE 5 Banks. . -To compare among DSE 5 Banks. . -To develop the practical knowledge by the practical orientation of Work. Scope of the Study Scope of the study could be to understand contribution of stock exchange in economic development of a country. The economy of Ban in gaining in confidence and scope for development of capital market is gaining ground. If we can educate the investors regarding risk in management and adopt suitable legal measure to protect the investor’s interest, a substantial...
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...genes from one population or species to another through hybridization that results in fertile offspring that further hybridize with parental populations or species (“backcross” ) • Over several generations, introgression can result in a complex mixture of parental genes, while in simple hybridization 50% of genes will come from each of the two parental species. • Without introgression, the parental species or populations are not “contaminated” by hybridization Levels of Hybridization Population or Species A Population or Species B F1 Hybrid Backcross (1st generation) Introgression F2 Hybrid (2nd generation) Backcross Hybrid Zones • Hybrid zones are often observed in nature… Species A Species B Hybrid Zone • How are hybrid zones maintained? – Hybrids may be less fit than parental taxa and selected against, but dispersal into the zone maintains a narrow band of F1’s – Hybrids may be more fit than parental taxa in habitats that are intermediate to parental taxas’ native habitat Hybridization and Conservation • Human-caused habitat changes have resulted in distribution changes and expansions for many species • Species and genetically distinct populations that were formerly geographically isolated are more likely to come into contact and breed • The frequency of hybridization has increased dramatically, posing unique practical and philosophical problems for managers Spotted Owl – Barred...
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...ACSC41 23/10/03 5:42 PM Page 88 41 Pathophysiology of acute myocardial infarction Start here Macrophages and T-lymphocytes Stunned myocardium Fibrous cap 24 h Lipid core Plaque rupture, platelet aggregation Mainly dead myocytes and neutrophils Transmural necrosed zone Infarct appears pale, most cells dead, neutrophils present— coagulation necrosis Granulation tissue moves inward and replaces dead tissue with scar tissue 2h 5–7 days Subendocardial necrosed zone Cellular damage progressing, but still partially reversible with reperfusion Thrombus propagates into and along coronary artery Endocardium Cross-section of ventricular wall served by thrombosed artery Scar thin firm grey Mixture of living and dead myocytes; substrate for re-entrant arrhythmias 0h > 3 months Finish here 41.1 Infarction is tissue death caused by ischaemia. Acute myocardial infarction (MI) occurs when localized myocardial ischaemia causes the development of a defined region of necrosis. MI is most often caused by rupture of an atherosclerotic lesion in a coronary artery. This causes the formation of a thrombus that plugs the artery, stopping it from supplying blood to the region of the heart that it supplies. Role of thrombosis in MI Pivotal studies by DeWood and colleagues showed that coronary thrombosis is the critical event resulting in MI. Of patients presenting within 4 h of symptom onset with ECG evidence of transmural...
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...2007:224 CIV M ASTER’S TH E SI S Study of the reactions between iron ore slag and refractories Julien Zimmermann MSc PrograMMeS in engineering Materials Technology (eeigM) Luleå University of Technology Department of Applied Physics and Mechanical Engineering Division of Material Mechanics 2007:224 CIV • ISSN: 1402 - 1617 • ISRN: LTU - EX - - 07/224 - - SE Summary: For the fabrication of iron ore pellets at LKAB (Luossavaara-Kiirunavaara AB), one of the methods used is to sinter the pellets in a rotary kiln. This Kiln has a drift temperature of 1250°C in average. During this process a coating, causing the wear of the refractories materials, is formed, inducing expensive maintenance periods. The aim of this work is to find the reaction that takes place between the Slag and the bricks, in order to find the parameters that have to be changed to improve the bricks lifetime in the kiln. The use of bricks with higher alumina content is one of the solutions, but it is expensive. The influence of Alkalis and especially Na2O has been studied before in inert atmosphere. In this work it will be studied in air as well as the influence of the alumina content of the brick. Experiments were performed in air atmosphere, using powder samples that have been compressed into pellets. The devices used to characterize the reaction and the product of the reaction were: Kanthal furnace, X-ray diffraction (XRD), dilatometer, differential scanning calorimetry and thermogravimetry (DSC/TG)...
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...hours, at the Home Depot, Asset Protection Specialist for Home Depot, I was sitting in my office when I heard a male voice yelling. I heard the male yelling, “I am going to kick your ass, and knock you out”. At this time, I got up out of my chair, and walked out of my office, which is located on the left side of the pro services desk. I observed a W/M, grey hair on the sides, heavy set, approximately 5’11, 220-240 pounds, wearing a white t shirt, and shorts on his phone, later identified as Cleavenger, Casey , looking back as he was walking into the store, and yelling back towards the pro loading door at the front of the store. At this time, I walked to the outside of the pro services desk, and observed a Pro loader associate at the loading door standing with another W/M. I asked him what was going on, and why was that guy yelling back toward you? He told me, the male was upset because he had problems parking in the contractor pro loading zone at the front of the store. He told me, he was yelling at the male standing next to him. He then told me the male yelling also hit the front wall of the store outside in the loading zone with his vehicle. I walked outside, and observed a older model GMC Jimmy, SUV, blue in color, Arizona license, was up against the wall. I walked back to my office, called the Peoria Police Department, and advised them of what happened. I then walked back out of my office to the pro loading door, and stayed with the other male at the front of the...
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...ENRICA LEXIE INCIDENT: INTERNATIONAL CASE BETWEEN ITALY AND INDIA Author: Manuele Scardaccio The Enrica Lexie incident of 15 February 2012, off the coast of Kerala had attracted unprecedented attention in all the world. The legal issues involved in bringing the Italian marines to justice for the killing of two Indian fishermen on board an Indian fishing boat in a shoot-out from Enrica Lexie, an Italian flagged commercial boat, in the contiguous zone of India had been the subject matter of legal dispute before the Kerala High Court and the Supreme Court of India. The judgments of both Kerala High Court and the Supreme Court of India in regard to the Enrica Lexie incident dealt with the legal aspects of coastal state jurisdiction and the sovereign immunity available to the Italian marines under international law and the national law extensively. The views of the Supreme court on the coastal state jurisdiction with regard to Enrica Lexie incident appears to be final, despite the Court having allowed the Italian marines to re- agitate the jurisdiction issue in the Special Court, which will try the crimes committed by the Italian marines from Enrica Lexie . The investigation of the Enrica Lexie incident is now destined to go to the Special Court once the investigation is completed and charges are laid. The legal aspects of other post judgment developments such as Italy’s initial refusal to send back the Italian marines for trial in India and the consequential order of the Supreme...
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...The white glass bottles gave way to plastic, and the grey stoppers to red. Old Spice Classic shower gel was sold using the slogan "The original. If your grandfather hadn't worn it, you wouldn't exist." Products Old Spice's buoy-shaped bottle cologne has been its staple product, available in its original scent as well as newer Pure Sport. In 2006, Old Spice introduced an all-new fragrance, OS Signature, which won the magazine FHM 's 2006 Grooming Award for Best Sporty Fragrance. Old Spice Red Zone products include a "Scratch-and-sniff" version of the Signature fragrance. Old Spice, as of 2010, had three main lines of grooming products and each line features a variety of products and scents. "High Endurance" is promoted as a basic grooming line, and includes antiperspirant, deodorant, body wash, shower gel, and hair and body wash. "Classic" is aimed at people who prefer the original scents of Old Spice including deodorant sticks, body wash, and shaving products. "Red Zone" is aimed as a higher-end line, including antiperspirant, deodorant, body wash, and body sprays....
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...The CNS consists primarily of the brain, spinal cord, and contains tissues other than the nervous tissue such as small amounts of connective tissue and blood vessels (Campbell, Reece and Simon, 2004). There are two types of nervous tissue in the CNS. Grey matter is composed of neurons, synapses, blood vessels, and neuroglial cells. The neurons that constitute grey matter have copious amounts of somata and minute quantities of myelinated axons. Myelin is a fatty substance that envelops axons constructing a sheath that acts as an insulator for the electrical impulses that travel through the axon and appears as a white colour. Grey matter is associated with muscle control, some senses such as sight, and other abilities for instance restraint (Kolb and Whishaw, 1990). The other type of nervous tissue found in the CNS is white matter that is differentiated from gray matter by the relatively fewer cell bodies and the significantly superior amounts of long range myelinated axons. Although grey matter is chiefly correlated to processing and cognition, the regulation of the transmittance of communication between different brain regions is the function of the white matter (Douglas Fields, 2008) (MILLER, ALSTON and CORSELLIS, 1980) (Ransohoff and Benveniste,...
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...In the modern police world the ideas of discretion and decision making are crucial. Discretion in police terms refers to the actions taking by an officer or any member of the justice system based on their judgements about what the best action is. Police discretion is crucial as no two situations are the same. Police work is often a grey area balancing between a control and support type of work. In this grey zone is where police work must be done and discretion is vital. As most police activity occurs in private, away from the public's view, there is a lack of immediate help or reference from a supervisor or peers. Meaning that most officers need to be able to form their own actions quickly based on the current situation. Most times an officer will his discretion in either stopping or detaining someone....
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...with head quarters in Carson, CA. The Dermalogica Tribe has over 100,000 skin care therapists who retail the largest recognized professional skincare line in the world. Their products; produced in the United States, are free of common irritants and ingredients. In my opinion, the brand awareness, eighty plus countries, and over 100,000, skin therapist shows its value. They employ innovative concept marketing techniques such as skin bars and micro-zone treatments. Sharing and teaching these ideas and procedures is the cornerstone of Dermalogica’s brand. To be a part of the Dermalogica Tribe or a loyal customer provides a degree of comfort when looking for a new type of skincare product. Dermalogica customers perceive the value and quality of the merchandise they are purchasing. If a competitor’s price is higher for a similar product, a Dermalogica customer will pay the excess, knowing the product they are receiving will accomplish its claims. Clients will always reach for the sturdy white bottle with the distinctive grey lowercase “d” every time. This type of brand association and loyalty is hard to find. Since 1986 when Dermalogica was developed, it has set the industry standard. As a member of the Dermalogica Tribe, I can attest to the equity of this brand. Though I do not “drink the Kool-Aid” as they say, I do know the branding and marketing of Dermalogica is superior. Their products are of excellent quality. The company strives to serve each employee, Tribe...
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