The document discusses how a botanical center used geographic information systems (GIS) mapping to increase efficiency in their garden operations. It describes their initial legacy system, options they considered to improve it, examples of how mapping was used, and recommendations for other gardens developing mapping systems. The botanical center ultimately developed expertise in-house using common software and free data to incrementally improve their system over time at low cost.
Norma Jeane Mortenson was born on June 1, 1926 in Los Angeles, California. She was adopted by Albert and Ida Bolender and later became famous as the actress, model, singer and pop icon Marilyn Monroe. Monroe had a successful Hollywood career starring in many popular films from the late 1940s until her death in 1962. She received several awards and nominations for her acting performances and was considered both a major sex symbol and talented actress of her era.
El documento explora la naturaleza compleja de los seres humanos, que esconden sentimientos encontrados, recuerdos y deseos dentro de sí mismos. Usa la metáfora de Shrek para ilustrar cómo las personas a menudo se esconden detrás de "capas", al igual que las cebollas, ocultando su verdadero yo del mundo. Shrek intenta explicarle esto al Burro, sugiriendo que tanto los ogros como las cebollas tienen capas que esconden lo que hay debajo.
Anpini Kanapathippillai has over 15 years of experience as a civil engineer in Sri Lanka and the UK. She has a strong academic background, including an MBA from the University of Wales and a BEng in Civil Engineering. Her experience includes designing and overseeing construction of various infrastructure projects for the Sri Lankan government. She is skilled in areas like structural analysis, design software, and ensuring projects are completed on time and on budget. Currently seeking a civil engineering role in the UK, where she can apply her skills and experience.
The document discusses strategies for maximizing earned income from outdoor event spaces. It recommends conducting an analysis of the current financial and spatial situation, market opportunities, and strengths/weaknesses. This should include an earned income study and analysis of annual space use by function and attendance patterns. The document states that earned income, such as from admission fees, memberships, program fees, food service and facility rentals, accounts for over one-third of total revenues and is growing. It advises planning and forecasting, diversifying income streams, utilizing multiple indoor and outdoor spaces to minimize conflicts, and providing special accommodations for events like weddings. Potential downsides include mission distortion, overuse of facilities and staff burnout.
Norma Jeane Mortenson was born on June 1, 1926 in Los Angeles, California. She was adopted by Albert and Ida Bolender and later became famous as the actress, model, singer and pop icon Marilyn Monroe. Monroe had a successful Hollywood career starring in many popular films from the late 1940s until her death in 1962. She received several awards and nominations for her acting performances and was considered both a major sex symbol and talented actress of her era.
El documento explora la naturaleza compleja de los seres humanos, que esconden sentimientos encontrados, recuerdos y deseos dentro de sí mismos. Usa la metáfora de Shrek para ilustrar cómo las personas a menudo se esconden detrás de "capas", al igual que las cebollas, ocultando su verdadero yo del mundo. Shrek intenta explicarle esto al Burro, sugiriendo que tanto los ogros como las cebollas tienen capas que esconden lo que hay debajo.
Anpini Kanapathippillai has over 15 years of experience as a civil engineer in Sri Lanka and the UK. She has a strong academic background, including an MBA from the University of Wales and a BEng in Civil Engineering. Her experience includes designing and overseeing construction of various infrastructure projects for the Sri Lankan government. She is skilled in areas like structural analysis, design software, and ensuring projects are completed on time and on budget. Currently seeking a civil engineering role in the UK, where she can apply her skills and experience.
The document discusses strategies for maximizing earned income from outdoor event spaces. It recommends conducting an analysis of the current financial and spatial situation, market opportunities, and strengths/weaknesses. This should include an earned income study and analysis of annual space use by function and attendance patterns. The document states that earned income, such as from admission fees, memberships, program fees, food service and facility rentals, accounts for over one-third of total revenues and is growing. It advises planning and forecasting, diversifying income streams, utilizing multiple indoor and outdoor spaces to minimize conflicts, and providing special accommodations for events like weddings. Potential downsides include mission distortion, overuse of facilities and staff burnout.
The document discusses the use of "guardian plants" to support natural enemies that control pests in greenhouses. Guardian plants both attract pests and support reproduction of natural enemies. A habitat basket containing marigolds, alyssum, lantana, and fennel was found to harbor native and introduced natural enemies that preyed on pests. Benefits included reducing pest monitoring time and ensuring a steady supply of natural enemies. Challenges included additional care and the risk that guardian plants could also harbor their own pests. The ideal system would have low pest levels concentrated only on guardian plants, allowing natural enemies to control pests before populations surge.
Este documento presenta información sobre varios temas como los ralies, el Audi R8 y los resultados de la liga de fútbol en España. También incluye enlaces a videos de coches compitiendo en carreras de ralies.
The document contains a multiple choice quiz on science topics like the solar system, energy, and circuits. It asks students to identify foods that provide energy, states of matter, producers in an ecosystem, and other concepts. There are questions that require drawing diagrams of the solar system and electrical circuits. The questions assess knowledge of planets' orbits and rotations, renewable and non-renewable energy sources, and telescopes used for space observation. Scoring is provided for short answer questions identifying terms and appliances that use circuits to solve problems.
1. Existen diferentes épocas para plantar setos dependiendo del tipo de planta y si se plantan a raíz desnuda o con cepellón.
2. Al plantar los setos, se deben cavar zanjas de 40 cm de ancho y profundidad y añadir abono a la tierra extraída.
3. La distancia entre plantas depende del tipo de seto, desde 30 cm para setos bajos hasta 2 metros para setos altos.
The Digital and Technology Solutions Professional Degree Apprenticeship is a unique 3-year program that combines a Bachelor's degree with on-the-job training. Apprentices complete a common first year before specializing in one of four pathways: cyber security analyst, IT consultant, network engineer, or software engineer. The program addresses skills gaps in digital industries by developing degree-holding apprentices with both technical and practical skills tailored to employer needs. Apprentices attend university for blocks of time while gaining most of their experience through work-based learning projects at their organization.
Global Financial Crisis And Its Impact On The Indian EconomyShradha Diwan
The document discusses the global financial crisis and its impact on the Indian economy. It provides background on how the crisis began in the US due to risky lending practices and how it spread globally. While many countries experienced economic downturns, India was less impacted due to its strong domestic savings and investment rates. The Indian government and central bank implemented stimulus measures to support the economy. Overall, India appeared to be in a better position than other nations to weather the financial crisis.
This document discusses various tools for assessing legal practice skills. It begins by outlining challenges with the current evidence base for assessment tools, noting a lack of reliable research and systematic reviews. It then discusses how assessment can challenge conventional teaching and assessment models by being more learner-centered, collaborative, and focused on skills and values. The document also explores using simulated clients for assessment, noting various jurisdictions that have implemented this approach successfully. It discusses the potential for online digital simulations and transactional learning. Finally, it proposes new program designs like problem-based learning to better integrate learning and assessment.
This document summarizes the key findings of a report on physical inactivity in the UK. It finds that 1 in 4 people in England are inactive, failing to meet guidelines of 30 minutes of moderate activity per week. Inactivity levels are about 10% higher in more deprived areas. There is also a relationship between inactivity and premature mortality, with more inactive areas having higher premature death rates. However, there is no significant connection between green space availability and inactivity levels. The document calls for a national strategy to reduce inactivity rates by 1% annually, which could save local authorities £1.2 billion over 5 years. It recommends prioritizing inactivity programs and developing evidence-based initiatives to engage inactive groups.
36041 Topic SCI 207 Our Dependence upon the EnvironmentNumber.docxrhetttrevannion
36041 Topic: SCI 207 Our Dependence upon the Environment
Number of Pages: 2 (Double Spaced)
Number of sources: 2
Writing Style: APA
Type of document: Essay
Academic Level:Undergraduate
Category: Environmental Issues
Language Style: English (U.S.)
Order Instructions: Attached
Week 2 - Assignment 1
PLEASE NEED TO TAKE A PHOTO AND DO THE LAB, SEE BELOW THE TEMPLATE:
Properties of Soil, Agriculture and Water Availability Impacts Laboratory
[WLO: 2] [CLOs: 1, 3, 5]
This lab enables you to analyze the natural porosity and particle size of soil samples along with the chemical composition and profile of different soil types.
The Process:
Take the required photos and complete all parts of the assignment (calculations, data tables, etc.). On the “Lab Worksheet,” answer all of the questions in the “Lab Questions” section. Finally, transfer all of your answers and visual elements from the “Lab Worksheet” into the “Lab Report.” You will submit both the “Lab Report” and the “Lab Worksheet” to Waypoint.
The Assignment:
Make sure to complete all of the following items before submission:
Before you begin the assignment, read the Properties of Soil: Agricultural and Water Availability Impacts Investigation ManualPreview the document and review The Scientific Method (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. presentation video.
Complete Activities 1 through 4 using materials in your kit, augmented by additional materials that you will supply. Photograph each activity following these instructions:
When taking lab photos, you need to include in each image a strip of paper with your name and the date clearly written on it.
Complete all parts of the Week 2 Lab WorksheetPreview the document, and answer all of the questions in the “Lab Questions” section.
Transfer your responses to the lab questions and the data tables and your photos from the “Lab Worksheet” into the “Lab Report” by downloading the Lab Report TemplatePreview the document.
Submit your completed “Lab Report” and “Lab Worksheet” through Waypoint.
Carefully review the Grading Rubric (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. for the criteria that will be used to evaluate your assignment.
Name of Lab
Your Name
SCI 207: Our Dependence Upon the Environment
Instructor’s Name
Date
*This template will enable you to turn your lab question responses into a polished Lab Report. Simply copy paste your answers to the lab questions, as well as all data tables, graphs, and photographs, in the locations indicated. Before you submit your Lab Report, it is recommended that you run it through Turnitin, using the student folder, to ensure protection from accidental plagiarism. Please delete this purple text before submitting your report.
Name of Lab
Introduction
Copy and paste your response to Question One here.
Copy and paste your response to Question Two here.
Copy and paste your response to Question Three here.
Materials and Methods
Copy and paste y.
The document is a review book for the UPCAT math exam published by Review Masters. It contains a preface encouraging students to believe they can pass the UPCAT exam by working hard and practicing problems. It then provides a table of contents outlining the chapters and topics covered in the math review, including functions, polynomials, exponentials, logarithms, systems of equations, matrices, sequences, counting principles, and probability. Sample problems and answers are provided for each topic.
The document provides an overview of the process for making predictions using machine learning models. It discusses the key steps including data cleaning, feature engineering, model training/testing, and model evaluation. Specifically, it covers preprocessing tasks like data cleaning, transformation, and reduction. It also discusses splitting data into training and test sets, exploratory data analysis, feature encoding of different data types, and popular machine learning algorithms like linear models, tree-based models, and support vector machines. The document aims to outline the machine learning workflow and highlight important considerations at each step.
Slides Master Copy 2009 Sr&Ed Course W Edison Linked Innmatysek
This document provides an overview of the SR&ED (Scientific Research and Experimental Development) tax credit program in Canada. It outlines the eligibility requirements, documentation process, and forms needed to apply for the tax credits. Key parts of an SR&ED project are defined as the standard practice, technological advancements/uncertainties, and systematic investigations. The document also reviews common documentation problems and how a company called MEUK can provide support and services for the SR&ED application and claims process.
EnviroInsite training workshop - Overview of EnviroInsite FeaturesBruce Jacobs
Presentation used in EnviroInsite training workshop. Includes overview of program features used in mapping, data visualization, and generation of hydrogeologic conceptual model.
The document provides guidance on writing abstracts for science research projects. It explains that an abstract is a brief summary of a research project that describes the purpose, procedures, results, and conclusions. It provides tips for developing an abstract, including using a research prospectus to outline the project and an abstract template to draft the summary. Sample abstract sections and a full sample abstract are included to illustrate the recommended structure and content.
The document discusses generative design and provides examples of different generative geometry techniques, analysis methods, and automation examples that can be used in a generative design workflow. It introduces key concepts like parametric design, the design space, performance analysis, search techniques, and different types of generative geometry including morphological, data-oriented, rule-based, and behavioral systems. Specific examples are provided for each of these techniques. The generative design workflow is described as consisting of three main modules: generative geometry, analysis, and automation.
It Does What You Say, Not What You Mean: Lessons From A Decade of Program RepairClaire Le Goues
In this talk we present lessons learned, good ideas, and thoughts on the future, with an eye toward informing junior researchers about the realities and opportunities of a long-running project. We highlight some notions from the original paper that stood the test of time, some that were not as prescient, and some that became more relevant as industrial practice advanced. We place the work in context, highlighting perceptions from software engineering and evolutionary computing, then and now, of how program repair could possibly work. We discuss the importance of measurable benchmarks and reproducible research in bringing scientists together and advancing the area. We give our thoughts on the role of quality requirements and properties in program repair. From testing to metrics to scalability to human factors to technology transfer, software repair touches many aspects of software engineering, and we hope a behind-the-scenes exploration of some of our struggles and successes may benefit researchers pursuing new projects.
Alex Tellez's slides on Deep Learning Applications, including using auto-encoders, finding better Bordeaux wine, and fighting crime in Chicago, from the 3/11/15 Meetup at H2O.ai HQ and the 3/12/15 Meetup at Mills College.
- Powered by the open source machine learning software H2O.ai. Contributors welcome at: https://github.com/h2oai
- To view videos on H2O open source machine learning software, go to: https://www.youtube.com/user/0xdata
IJCAR 2018 keynote: Industrial Data AccessMartin Giese
Optique (http://optique-project.eu) was an EU FP7 project that ran from November 2012 to October 2016. The main objective was to test the idea of “Ontology Based Data Access” (OBDA) on real industrial applications. Concretely: to support the work of geologists and geophysicists in the oil & gas company Statoil, and the work of turbine engineers at Siemens AG. This line of work now continues in the nationally funded ‘Centre for Research-based Innovation’ SIRIUS (http://sirius-labs.no) at the University of Oslo, with participation from the Universities of Oxford and Trondheim, as well a large number of participating companies.
The software produced by the project features elaborate user interfaces, and no ∀ or ∃ can be seen on the surface. Still, most of the functionality is controlled by an ontology, which is nothing more than a set of axioms in a particular description logic. As a consequence, a variety of reasoning tasks takes place under the hood, all the way from query optimisation, via entity alignment and up to the user interface control code. This talk presents a selection of these problems, both solved and as-yet unsolved.
Though logic and reasoning are close to the hearts of many of the researchers involved, the success of the project was also dependent on other factors: inter- disciplinary communication, usability considerations, and many pragmatic com- promises, to name some. And sometimes, these would again lead to ‘nice’ re- search. The talk also covers some of these extra-logical aspects of the project.
The document discusses the use of "guardian plants" to support natural enemies that control pests in greenhouses. Guardian plants both attract pests and support reproduction of natural enemies. A habitat basket containing marigolds, alyssum, lantana, and fennel was found to harbor native and introduced natural enemies that preyed on pests. Benefits included reducing pest monitoring time and ensuring a steady supply of natural enemies. Challenges included additional care and the risk that guardian plants could also harbor their own pests. The ideal system would have low pest levels concentrated only on guardian plants, allowing natural enemies to control pests before populations surge.
Este documento presenta información sobre varios temas como los ralies, el Audi R8 y los resultados de la liga de fútbol en España. También incluye enlaces a videos de coches compitiendo en carreras de ralies.
The document contains a multiple choice quiz on science topics like the solar system, energy, and circuits. It asks students to identify foods that provide energy, states of matter, producers in an ecosystem, and other concepts. There are questions that require drawing diagrams of the solar system and electrical circuits. The questions assess knowledge of planets' orbits and rotations, renewable and non-renewable energy sources, and telescopes used for space observation. Scoring is provided for short answer questions identifying terms and appliances that use circuits to solve problems.
1. Existen diferentes épocas para plantar setos dependiendo del tipo de planta y si se plantan a raíz desnuda o con cepellón.
2. Al plantar los setos, se deben cavar zanjas de 40 cm de ancho y profundidad y añadir abono a la tierra extraída.
3. La distancia entre plantas depende del tipo de seto, desde 30 cm para setos bajos hasta 2 metros para setos altos.
The Digital and Technology Solutions Professional Degree Apprenticeship is a unique 3-year program that combines a Bachelor's degree with on-the-job training. Apprentices complete a common first year before specializing in one of four pathways: cyber security analyst, IT consultant, network engineer, or software engineer. The program addresses skills gaps in digital industries by developing degree-holding apprentices with both technical and practical skills tailored to employer needs. Apprentices attend university for blocks of time while gaining most of their experience through work-based learning projects at their organization.
Global Financial Crisis And Its Impact On The Indian EconomyShradha Diwan
The document discusses the global financial crisis and its impact on the Indian economy. It provides background on how the crisis began in the US due to risky lending practices and how it spread globally. While many countries experienced economic downturns, India was less impacted due to its strong domestic savings and investment rates. The Indian government and central bank implemented stimulus measures to support the economy. Overall, India appeared to be in a better position than other nations to weather the financial crisis.
This document discusses various tools for assessing legal practice skills. It begins by outlining challenges with the current evidence base for assessment tools, noting a lack of reliable research and systematic reviews. It then discusses how assessment can challenge conventional teaching and assessment models by being more learner-centered, collaborative, and focused on skills and values. The document also explores using simulated clients for assessment, noting various jurisdictions that have implemented this approach successfully. It discusses the potential for online digital simulations and transactional learning. Finally, it proposes new program designs like problem-based learning to better integrate learning and assessment.
This document summarizes the key findings of a report on physical inactivity in the UK. It finds that 1 in 4 people in England are inactive, failing to meet guidelines of 30 minutes of moderate activity per week. Inactivity levels are about 10% higher in more deprived areas. There is also a relationship between inactivity and premature mortality, with more inactive areas having higher premature death rates. However, there is no significant connection between green space availability and inactivity levels. The document calls for a national strategy to reduce inactivity rates by 1% annually, which could save local authorities £1.2 billion over 5 years. It recommends prioritizing inactivity programs and developing evidence-based initiatives to engage inactive groups.
36041 Topic SCI 207 Our Dependence upon the EnvironmentNumber.docxrhetttrevannion
36041 Topic: SCI 207 Our Dependence upon the Environment
Number of Pages: 2 (Double Spaced)
Number of sources: 2
Writing Style: APA
Type of document: Essay
Academic Level:Undergraduate
Category: Environmental Issues
Language Style: English (U.S.)
Order Instructions: Attached
Week 2 - Assignment 1
PLEASE NEED TO TAKE A PHOTO AND DO THE LAB, SEE BELOW THE TEMPLATE:
Properties of Soil, Agriculture and Water Availability Impacts Laboratory
[WLO: 2] [CLOs: 1, 3, 5]
This lab enables you to analyze the natural porosity and particle size of soil samples along with the chemical composition and profile of different soil types.
The Process:
Take the required photos and complete all parts of the assignment (calculations, data tables, etc.). On the “Lab Worksheet,” answer all of the questions in the “Lab Questions” section. Finally, transfer all of your answers and visual elements from the “Lab Worksheet” into the “Lab Report.” You will submit both the “Lab Report” and the “Lab Worksheet” to Waypoint.
The Assignment:
Make sure to complete all of the following items before submission:
Before you begin the assignment, read the Properties of Soil: Agricultural and Water Availability Impacts Investigation ManualPreview the document and review The Scientific Method (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. presentation video.
Complete Activities 1 through 4 using materials in your kit, augmented by additional materials that you will supply. Photograph each activity following these instructions:
When taking lab photos, you need to include in each image a strip of paper with your name and the date clearly written on it.
Complete all parts of the Week 2 Lab WorksheetPreview the document, and answer all of the questions in the “Lab Questions” section.
Transfer your responses to the lab questions and the data tables and your photos from the “Lab Worksheet” into the “Lab Report” by downloading the Lab Report TemplatePreview the document.
Submit your completed “Lab Report” and “Lab Worksheet” through Waypoint.
Carefully review the Grading Rubric (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. for the criteria that will be used to evaluate your assignment.
Name of Lab
Your Name
SCI 207: Our Dependence Upon the Environment
Instructor’s Name
Date
*This template will enable you to turn your lab question responses into a polished Lab Report. Simply copy paste your answers to the lab questions, as well as all data tables, graphs, and photographs, in the locations indicated. Before you submit your Lab Report, it is recommended that you run it through Turnitin, using the student folder, to ensure protection from accidental plagiarism. Please delete this purple text before submitting your report.
Name of Lab
Introduction
Copy and paste your response to Question One here.
Copy and paste your response to Question Two here.
Copy and paste your response to Question Three here.
Materials and Methods
Copy and paste y.
The document is a review book for the UPCAT math exam published by Review Masters. It contains a preface encouraging students to believe they can pass the UPCAT exam by working hard and practicing problems. It then provides a table of contents outlining the chapters and topics covered in the math review, including functions, polynomials, exponentials, logarithms, systems of equations, matrices, sequences, counting principles, and probability. Sample problems and answers are provided for each topic.
The document provides an overview of the process for making predictions using machine learning models. It discusses the key steps including data cleaning, feature engineering, model training/testing, and model evaluation. Specifically, it covers preprocessing tasks like data cleaning, transformation, and reduction. It also discusses splitting data into training and test sets, exploratory data analysis, feature encoding of different data types, and popular machine learning algorithms like linear models, tree-based models, and support vector machines. The document aims to outline the machine learning workflow and highlight important considerations at each step.
Slides Master Copy 2009 Sr&Ed Course W Edison Linked Innmatysek
This document provides an overview of the SR&ED (Scientific Research and Experimental Development) tax credit program in Canada. It outlines the eligibility requirements, documentation process, and forms needed to apply for the tax credits. Key parts of an SR&ED project are defined as the standard practice, technological advancements/uncertainties, and systematic investigations. The document also reviews common documentation problems and how a company called MEUK can provide support and services for the SR&ED application and claims process.
EnviroInsite training workshop - Overview of EnviroInsite FeaturesBruce Jacobs
Presentation used in EnviroInsite training workshop. Includes overview of program features used in mapping, data visualization, and generation of hydrogeologic conceptual model.
The document provides guidance on writing abstracts for science research projects. It explains that an abstract is a brief summary of a research project that describes the purpose, procedures, results, and conclusions. It provides tips for developing an abstract, including using a research prospectus to outline the project and an abstract template to draft the summary. Sample abstract sections and a full sample abstract are included to illustrate the recommended structure and content.
The document discusses generative design and provides examples of different generative geometry techniques, analysis methods, and automation examples that can be used in a generative design workflow. It introduces key concepts like parametric design, the design space, performance analysis, search techniques, and different types of generative geometry including morphological, data-oriented, rule-based, and behavioral systems. Specific examples are provided for each of these techniques. The generative design workflow is described as consisting of three main modules: generative geometry, analysis, and automation.
It Does What You Say, Not What You Mean: Lessons From A Decade of Program RepairClaire Le Goues
In this talk we present lessons learned, good ideas, and thoughts on the future, with an eye toward informing junior researchers about the realities and opportunities of a long-running project. We highlight some notions from the original paper that stood the test of time, some that were not as prescient, and some that became more relevant as industrial practice advanced. We place the work in context, highlighting perceptions from software engineering and evolutionary computing, then and now, of how program repair could possibly work. We discuss the importance of measurable benchmarks and reproducible research in bringing scientists together and advancing the area. We give our thoughts on the role of quality requirements and properties in program repair. From testing to metrics to scalability to human factors to technology transfer, software repair touches many aspects of software engineering, and we hope a behind-the-scenes exploration of some of our struggles and successes may benefit researchers pursuing new projects.
Alex Tellez's slides on Deep Learning Applications, including using auto-encoders, finding better Bordeaux wine, and fighting crime in Chicago, from the 3/11/15 Meetup at H2O.ai HQ and the 3/12/15 Meetup at Mills College.
- Powered by the open source machine learning software H2O.ai. Contributors welcome at: https://github.com/h2oai
- To view videos on H2O open source machine learning software, go to: https://www.youtube.com/user/0xdata
IJCAR 2018 keynote: Industrial Data AccessMartin Giese
Optique (http://optique-project.eu) was an EU FP7 project that ran from November 2012 to October 2016. The main objective was to test the idea of “Ontology Based Data Access” (OBDA) on real industrial applications. Concretely: to support the work of geologists and geophysicists in the oil & gas company Statoil, and the work of turbine engineers at Siemens AG. This line of work now continues in the nationally funded ‘Centre for Research-based Innovation’ SIRIUS (http://sirius-labs.no) at the University of Oslo, with participation from the Universities of Oxford and Trondheim, as well a large number of participating companies.
The software produced by the project features elaborate user interfaces, and no ∀ or ∃ can be seen on the surface. Still, most of the functionality is controlled by an ontology, which is nothing more than a set of axioms in a particular description logic. As a consequence, a variety of reasoning tasks takes place under the hood, all the way from query optimisation, via entity alignment and up to the user interface control code. This talk presents a selection of these problems, both solved and as-yet unsolved.
Though logic and reasoning are close to the hearts of many of the researchers involved, the success of the project was also dependent on other factors: inter- disciplinary communication, usability considerations, and many pragmatic com- promises, to name some. And sometimes, these would again lead to ‘nice’ re- search. The talk also covers some of these extra-logical aspects of the project.
My part of the slide deck from the Integrator Event for the DTC PhD students, 2 Dec 2009. This includes the additional slides I mentioned on the Modifiable Areal Unit Problem.
An intro to explainable AI for polar climate scienceZachary Labe
26 March 2024…
GFDL Polar Climate Interest Group (Presentation): An intro to explainable AI for polar climate science, NOAA GFDL, Princeton, NJ.
References:
Labe, Z.M. and E.A. Barnes (2022), Comparison of climate model large ensembles with observations in the Arctic using simple neural networks. Earth and Space Science, DOI:10.1029/2022EA002348, https://doi.org/10.1029/2022EA002348
Labe, Z.M. and E.A. Barnes (2021), Detecting climate signals using explainable AI with single-forcing large ensembles. Journal of Advances in Modeling Earth Systems, DOI:10.1029/2021MS002464, https://agupubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1029/2021MS002464
An optimal and progressive algorithm for skyline queries slideWooSung Choi
The document presents an optimal and progressive algorithm for processing skyline queries using an R-tree index. It discusses two strategies - recursive nearest neighbor queries and a branch and bound skyline algorithm. The recursive NN query approach requires additional processing to eliminate duplicate results for higher dimensions, while the branch and bound skyline algorithm prunes non-skyline points during traversal to directly generate the skyline without duplicates. The algorithm processes the R-tree in a best-first manner by maintaining a priority queue of tree nodes ordered by their minimum possible skyline size.
Workshop Chemical Robotics ChemAI 231116.pptxMarco Tibaldi
This document summarizes a presentation on AI-driven chemical discovery. It discusses how AI, such as language models and robotics, can help digitize and automate operations in scientific research labs. Specifically, it mentions that up to 70% of experimentation is currently not reproducible and AI could help address this issue. The presentation then provides examples of how AI is being used for tasks like chemical reaction prediction, extracting procedures from text, and automating synthesis experiments. It argues that foundation models will further accelerate scientific research tasks and discusses a vision for an AI-enabled lab of the future with automated documentation.
Crude-Oil Scheduling Technology: moving from simulation to optimizationBrenno Menezes
Scheduling technology either commercial or homegrown in today’s crude-oil refining industries relies on a complex simulation of scenarios where the user is solely responsible for making many different decisions manually in the search for feasible solutions over some limited time-horizon i.e., trial-and-error heuristics. As a normal outcome, schedulers abandon these solutions and then return to their simpler spreadsheet simulators due to: (i) time-consuming efforts to configure and manage numerous scheduling scenarios, and (ii) requirements of updating premises and situations that are constantly changing. Moving to solutions based in optimization rather than simulation, the lecture describes the future steps in the refactoring of the scheduling technology in PETROBRAS considering in separate the graphic user interface (GUI) and data communication developments (non-modeling related), and the modeling and process engineering related in an automated decision-making with built-in problem representation facilities and integrated data handling features among other techniques in a smart scheduling frontline.
Talk at ISIM 2017 in Durham, UK on applying database techniques to querying model results in the geosciences, with a broader position about the interaction between data science and simulation as modes of scientific inquiry.
This document summarizes a research presentation on estimating aggregates over dynamic hidden web databases. It introduces the challenges of estimating aggregates over databases that change frequently, as opposed to static databases. It presents two algorithms for aggregate estimation: REISSUE-ESTIMATOR, which tries to infer how search query answers change between rounds, and RS-ESTIMATOR, which automatically maintains a sample of the database according to how it changes. Experimental results show that RS-ESTIMATOR performs better by adapting the sample as the database evolves.
ABC methods allow researchers to infer population histories and processes from molecular data without calculating likelihoods. Researchers simulate genetic data under different population models and parameter values. They compare summary statistics of the simulated and observed data, retaining simulations where the summary statistics are close. Local regression on the retained simulations provides estimates of parameter posteriors and model probabilities. ABC is increasingly sophisticated but challenging to implement for complex models.
Similar to Not Just Dots on a Map: How Geography Influences Real World Decisions Part 1 (20)
The document summarizes a discussion between experts in botany, child life, hospital education, and healing gardens about the benefits of gardening and nature for people in isolated settings. It includes the names and roles of the discussants, mentions isolation and hospital/healing settings, and notes they discussed using gardening and nature videos, newsletters, and websites to benefit people in isolated situations.
This document discusses using seasonal materials and volunteer labor for gardening projects that generate income. Interns and volunteers take on forgotten projects and turn surplus materials into cash by creating low-cost displays and arrangements that have big results for the garden.
Succulent containers require less maintenance and water while still being dazzling with color. Components not kept for the permanent collection may be sold at the fall plant sale. New plants are acquired for special exhibits and events using found or recycled objects to create a "new" colorful garden.
Plants that can be used repeatedly in permanent garden collections are recommended for their durability and versatility. Certain flowers, shrubs, and trees will reliably come back year after year, providing long-lasting landscaping elements. Home gardeners seeking low-maintenance options that offer seasons of interest should consider so-called "workhorse" plants suited to rotation in permanent planted areas.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive function. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms for those who already suffer from conditions like anxiety and depression.
This document discusses strategies for maximizing the value and lifespan of plant purchases for botanical garden displays. It provides examples of plants that have been used for many years through techniques like overwintering, propagation, reuse in different displays, and incorporation into the permanent collection. These strategies allow plants to be used for 3-7 years on average, significantly reducing the annual cost per plant. The document advocates selecting hardy and long-lived plants that can flexibly serve indoor and outdoor displays over multiple seasons.
This document summarizes research on the performance of green roofs in subtropical climates. The research found that green roofs can provide greater thermal and hydrologic advantages in areas with extreme temperatures and variable rainfall compared to temperate regions where most research had focused. The study measured temperature profiles, water retention, plant response, and water quality on 6 types of green roofs and black and white roofs over 3 years. Results showed high variation in performance among plant species and roof types. Ongoing research is looking at plant establishment, survivorship, and weed control over time to develop optimal native plant mixes for green roofs.
The document discusses different types of green roof systems used at the Denver Botanic Gardens. It outlines extensive and intensive green roof systems, and describes specific intensive green roof retrofit and new construction projects at the Gardens, including the Western Green roof, Children's Garden green roof, and Welcome Pavilion tray system. Details are provided on the green roof systems, drainage systems, terraces, boardwalks, and irrigation used in these projects.
Dena Rae Garvue conducted research and projects on green roofs at Bernheim Arboretum & Research Forest to identify plants suitable for green roofs and evaluate their performance. The research focused on measuring physical growth, aesthetic appeal, and environmental traits of different plant varieties. Bernheim also incorporated sustainable design strategies into their new Visitor Center, including a geothermal system, green roof, and use of local and recycled materials to reduce environmental impact.
The document discusses various organizations' use of social media for marketing purposes. It provides statistics on the number of fans, followers, and views organizations like the Desert Botanical Garden and Franklin Park Conservatory have gained through platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. It also offers tips for growing social media audiences and converting followers into customers or members.
The document discusses creating visually appealing maps and interpretive materials in-house using Adobe Creative Suite software. It provides a case study of creating new materials for an arboretum, including a guide map. It then outlines a four step process to create the map: 1) Create a high resolution base layer from screenshots, 2) Outline the map layers in Illustrator, 3) Render the map by filling colors in Photoshop, and 4) Place items like trees onto the rendered map in Photoshop. Tools like pen tools, shape tools, and layering are utilized at each step to produce a professional quality map.
Dow Gardens is a public garden in Midland, Michigan that exists to preserve the history and enhance the horticultural beauty of the Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow estate while sharing its educational and leisure value with visitors. It features seasonal displays, art installations, and hosts events like the Festival of the Senses to attract visitors whose numbers it tracks annually along with memberships sold.
The document discusses changes made to the volunteer docent program at Longwood Gardens. It describes how the program was previously focused more on the volunteers' experience rather than interactions with guests. By providing uniforms, improved training including hands-on experiences in restricted areas, and building connections with staff, the new program led to volunteers becoming more integrated as part of the team and better able to interpret for guests throughout the gardens.
The document discusses testing direct marketing efforts to maximize fundraising returns. It recommends:
1) Testing variables like creative, offer, media, and timing to determine highest-performing approaches.
2) Benchmarking metrics like response rate, return on investment (ROI), and cost per dollar raised to assess effectiveness over time.
3) Focusing efforts on "big movers" like audience, offer, and incremental media that have largest impact on ROI.
The document discusses using horticulturists to revitalize interest in public gardens and horticulture. It proposes having horticulturists give guided tours, write content for the website and social media, and create audio tours to educate visitors about plant collections and the work that goes into maintaining them. This approach could help connect the public to the horticultural field and enhance the visitor experience, but challenges include finding time for horticulturists to do this and developing engaging formats that keep up with changing gardens.
The document discusses using existing spaces and resources at botanical gardens for hosting events. It provides details about the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, which was founded in 1989 and has expanded over the years. The garden has a 50-year master plan to develop its 400 acres. The document discusses designing events, overcoming "institutional gravity" to use spaces differently, and providing a good guest experience through planning and partnerships. It emphasizes creatively using what the garden already has for hosting successful events.
Outdoor event spaces have several advantages over indoor venues including being less expensive, more flexible, and able to generate revenue. When designing outdoor event spaces, key considerations include proximity to parking and support facilities, size requirements depending on the type of event, incorporating flexible configurations, providing shade and shelter options, orienting the space for optimal conditions, supplying necessary service and infrastructure, utilizing thoughtful planting, and including design elements to create memorable experiences.
The document discusses concepts for transferring audio tour technology between historic sites. It notes that the site includes 11 historic structures from different time periods spanning Colonial to 1902 and covers 88 acres with over 780,000 annual admissions. It provides tips for developing a successful audio tour program, including having consistent narration over many years of tours, allowing the technology to evolve over time, using verbs and benefits in marketing, and emphasizing that the cost of raising admission prices may be less than expected.
This document discusses how mobile devices have become integral tools that visitors use during trips to gardens and parks. It outlines several ways that gardens can engage visitors through their phones, including audio tours, text messaging for games/prompts, mobile donations, and smartphone apps. While not all visitors will have phones, embracing mobile can help gardens connect with patrons, boost attendance and loyalty, and reduce expenses through services like crowdfunding. The future of mobile may include technologies like RFID, location-aware features, and augmented reality to enhance the visitor experience.
The document discusses collaborations between cultural institutions and provides a framework for developing meaningful partnerships. It shares recent research on cultural marketing trends in Philadelphia and identifies obstacles and best practices for collaborations. The goals are to help institutions determine what types of collaborations further their missions and marketing objectives. Case studies and next steps are presented to illustrate how to evaluate and refine collaborations.
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1. Ins and Outs of Mapping: GIS = efficiency for your garden Patrick Griffith Michael Calonje Ericka Witcher Chad Husby M ONTGOMERY B OTANICAL C ENTER Miami, Florida, USA
2. GIS = efficiency for your garden Ins and Outs of Mapping: ide the garden ide / Patrick Griffith Michael Calonje Ericka Witcher Chad Husby M ONTGOMERY B OTANICAL C ENTER Miami, Florida, USA
5. INTRODUCTION basic “efficiency” ethic: maximize output minimize waste stated plainly: get more work done. spend less money. use less time. CONTEXT EXAMPLES CONCLUSION
7. BG-Base BG-Map inventory laser survey quadrant maps, etc. phenology work MBC mapping systems, 2004
8. BG-Base BG-Map inventory laser survey quadrant maps, etc. phenology work legacy system gave some frustrations MBC mapping systems, 2004
9. BG-Base BG-Map inventory laser survey quadrant maps, etc. phenology work legacy system gave some frustrations . . . so we considered some options MBC mapping systems, 2004
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11. OPTION ONE (2005): custom solution. BENEFITS: fully integrated system. built to our “unique” specs. exceeding all other systems. ADDITIONAL COSTS: over $300,000 in year one variable afterwards.
12. OPTION ONE (2005): custom solution. BENEFITS: fully integrated system. built to our “unique” specs. exceeding all other systems. ADDITIONAL COSTS: over $300,000 in year one variable afterwards. OPTION TWO (2006): university CS partner. BENEFITS: deep expertise cutting edge systems ADDITIONAL COSTS: $5,000 in year one. $2,000 yearly. data stored at college.
13. OPTION ONE (2005): custom solution. BENEFITS: fully integrated system. built to our “unique” specs. exceeding all other systems. ADDITIONAL COSTS: over $300,000 in year one variable afterwards. OPTION TWO (2006): university CS partner. BENEFITS: deep expertise cutting edge systems ADDITIONAL COSTS: $5,000 in year one. $2,000 yearly. data stored at college. OPTION THREE: Leave it alone. BENEFITS: we know our systems our systems work OK ADDITIONAL COSTS: frustrations may continue
46. INTRODUCTION CONTEXT EXAMPLES CONCLUSION example two example three example four example five example one BASIC MAPS grids and areas
47. INTRODUCTION CONTEXT EXAMPLES CONCLUSION example two example three example four example five example one BASIC MAPS for casual visitors
48. INTRODUCTION CONTEXT EXAMPLES CONCLUSION example two example three example four example five example one BASIC MAPS for growth and development studies
49. INTRODUCTION CONTEXT EXAMPLES CONCLUSION example two example three example four example five example one BASIC MAPS for growth and development studies volunteer labor
50. INTRODUCTION CONTEXT EXAMPLES CONCLUSION example one example two example three example four example five Inside the garden, outside the garden
51. INTRODUCTION CONTEXT EXAMPLES CONCLUSION example one example three example four example five Inside the garden, outside the garden LANDSCAPE PLANNING example two
52. INTRODUCTION CONTEXT EXAMPLES CONCLUSION example one example three example four example five Inside the garden, outside the garden LANDSCAPE PLANNING example two 1 plant = ca. 7 m 1 acre = ca. 550 plants 2
53. INTRODUCTION CONTEXT EXAMPLES CONCLUSION example one example three example four example five Inside the garden, outside the garden LANDSCAPE PLANNING example two elevation
54. INTRODUCTION CONTEXT EXAMPLES CONCLUSION example one example three example four example five Inside the garden, outside the garden LANDSCAPE PLANNING example two elevation free data (!)
55. INTRODUCTION CONTEXT EXAMPLES CONCLUSION example one example three example four example five Inside the garden, outside the garden LANDSCAPE PLANNING example two wind damage
56. INTRODUCTION CONTEXT EXAMPLES CONCLUSION example one example two example three example four example five inside the garden, outside the garden
57. INTRODUCTION CONTEXT EXAMPLES CONCLUSION example one example two example four example five inside the garden, outside the garden INVASIVE SPECIES MANAGEMENT example three
58. INTRODUCTION CONTEXT EXAMPLES CONCLUSION example one example two example four example five inside the garden, outside the garden INVASIVE SPECIES MANAGEMENT example three
59. INTRODUCTION CONTEXT EXAMPLES CONCLUSION example one example two example four example five inside the garden, outside the garden INVASIVE SPECIES MANAGEMENT example three intern project: scoping the extent of removal work
60. INTRODUCTION CONTEXT EXAMPLES CONCLUSION example one example two example four example five inside the garden, outside the garden INVASIVE SPECIES MANAGEMENT example three intern project: scoping the extent of removal work
61. INTRODUCTION CONTEXT EXAMPLES CONCLUSION example one example two example three example four example five inside the garden, outside the garden
81. OPTION ONE (2005): custom solution. BENEFITS: fully integrated system. built to our “unique” specs. exceeding all other systems. ADDITIONAL COSTS: over $300,000 in year one variable afterwards. OPTION TWO (2006): university CS partner. BENEFITS: deep expertise cutting edge systems ADDITIONAL COSTS: $5,000 in year one. $2,000 yearly. data stored at college. OPTION THREE: Leave it alone. BENEFITS: we know our systems our systems work OK ADDITIONAL COSTS: frustrations may continue now it’s 2010
82. OPTION ONE (2005): custom solution. BENEFITS: fully integrated system. built to our “unique” specs. exceeding all other systems. ADDITIONAL COSTS: over $300,000 in year one variable afterwards. OPTION TWO (2006): university CS partner. BENEFITS: deep expertise cutting edge systems ADDITIONAL COSTS: $5,000 in year one. $2,000 yearly. data stored at college. OPTION THREE: Leave it alone. BENEFITS: we know our systems our systems work OK ADDITIONAL COSTS: frustrations may continue now it’s 2010 let’s look back at the old options
83. OPTION ONE (2005): custom solution. BENEFITS: fully integrated system. built to our “unique” specs. exceeding all other systems. ADDITIONAL COSTS: over $300,000 in year one variable afterwards. OPTION TWO (2006): university CS partner. BENEFITS: deep expertise cutting edge systems ADDITIONAL COSTS: $5,000 in year one. $2,000 yearly. data stored at college. OPTION THREE: Leave it alone. BENEFITS: we know our systems our systems work OK ADDITIONAL COSTS: frustrations may continue
84. OPTION ONE (2005): custom solution. BENEFITS: fully integrated system. built to our “unique” specs. exceeding all other systems. ADDITIONAL COSTS: over $300,000 in year one variable afterwards. OPTION TWO (2006): university CS partner. BENEFITS: deep expertise cutting edge systems ADDITIONAL COSTS: $5,000 in year one. $2,000 yearly. data stored at college. OPTION THREE: Leave it alone. BENEFITS: we know our systems our systems work OK ADDITIONAL COSTS: frustrations may continue function is better integrated specific problems solved. frustrations reduced “ light” solutions available 2010:
85. OPTION ONE (2005): custom solution. BENEFITS: fully integrated system. built to our “unique” specs. exceeding all other systems. ADDITIONAL COSTS: over $300,000 in year one variable afterwards. OPTION TWO (2006): university CS partner. BENEFITS: deep expertise cutting edge systems ADDITIONAL COSTS: $5,000 in year one. $2,000 yearly. data stored at college. OPTION THREE: Leave it alone. BENEFITS: we know our systems our systems work OK ADDITIONAL COSTS: frustrations may continue function is better integrated specific problems solved. frustrations reduced “ light” solutions available 2010:
86. OPTION ONE (2005): custom solution. BENEFITS: fully integrated system. built to our “unique” specs. exceeding all other systems. ADDITIONAL COSTS: over $300,000 in year one variable afterwards. OPTION TWO (2006): university CS partner. BENEFITS: deep expertise cutting edge systems ADDITIONAL COSTS: $5,000 in year one. $2,000 yearly. data stored at college. OPTION THREE: Leave it alone. BENEFITS: we know our systems our systems work OK ADDITIONAL COSTS: frustrations may continue 2010:
87. OPTION ONE (2005): custom solution. BENEFITS: fully integrated system. built to our “unique” specs. exceeding all other systems. ADDITIONAL COSTS: over $300,000 in year one variable afterwards. OPTION TWO (2006): university CS partner. BENEFITS: deep expertise cutting edge systems ADDITIONAL COSTS: $5,000 in year one. $2,000 yearly. data stored at college. OPTION THREE: Leave it alone. BENEFITS: we know our systems our systems work OK ADDITIONAL COSTS: frustrations may continue data is still hosted onsite our expertise meets our needs “ light” solutions available 2010:
88. OPTION ONE (2005): custom solution. BENEFITS: fully integrated system. built to our “unique” specs. exceeding all other systems. ADDITIONAL COSTS: over $300,000 in year one variable afterwards. OPTION TWO (2006): university CS partner. BENEFITS: deep expertise cutting edge systems ADDITIONAL COSTS: $5,000 in year one. $2,000 yearly. data stored at college. OPTION THREE: Leave it alone. BENEFITS: we know our systems our systems work OK ADDITIONAL COSTS: frustrations may continue data is still hosted onsite our expertise is OK “ light” solutions available 2010:
91. 1. first, build a great team. recommendations for your mapping system:
92. 1. first, build a great team. recommendations for your mapping system: [ every success starts here! ]
93. 1. first, build a great team. 2. don’t start over; unique = too expensive recommendations for your mapping system:
94. 1. first, build a great team. 2. don’t start over; unique = too expensive recommendations for your mapping system: [ use common software and free data ]
95. 1. first, build a great team. 2. don’t start over; unique = too expensive 3. incrementally integrate systems as needed . recommendations for your mapping system:
96. 1. first, build a great team. 2. don’t start over; unique = too expensive 3. incrementally integrate systems as needed . recommendations for your mapping system: [ just solve specific problems ]
97. 1. first, build a great team. 2. don’t start over; unique = too expensive 3. incrementally integrate systems as needed . 4. it will be less expensive (or free) in the future. recommendations for your mapping system:
98. 1. first, build a great team. 2. don’t start over; unique = too expensive 3. incrementally integrate systems as needed . 4. it will be less expensive (or free) in the future. recommendations for your mapping system: [ don’t overpay -- be patient ]