ncrna celltype allen brain atlas
capture seq
2008 mercer pnas
lncrna
zfas1 milk
khalil guttman onassis 2009
nucleosome exon
adar3, , APOBEC-1 gene brain rna editing
Friday, January 25, 2013
Thursday, January 24, 2013
5 Ways Technology Is Transforming Health Care
http://www.forbes.com/sites/bmoharrisbank/2013/01/24/5-ways-technology-is-transforming-health-care/
Patients who can connect with their doctors more easily, for instance, won’t need to make expensive and perhaps unnecessary trips to the ER or specialists. Doctors will be able to collaborate with other physicians and experts in new ways and use computers to analyze patient and medical data, allowing them to provide better and more efficient treatment for their patients. As technology continues to expand the horizons of medicine and medical interaction, it’s becoming clear that we’re entering a new era of health care — or as some people are beginning to call it,Health 2.0.
Patients who can connect with their doctors more easily, for instance, won’t need to make expensive and perhaps unnecessary trips to the ER or specialists. Doctors will be able to collaborate with other physicians and experts in new ways and use computers to analyze patient and medical data, allowing them to provide better and more efficient treatment for their patients. As technology continues to expand the horizons of medicine and medical interaction, it’s becoming clear that we’re entering a new era of health care — or as some people are beginning to call it,Health 2.0.
Monday, January 21, 2013
APBC 2013
Asia Pacific Bioinformatics Conference
http://www.bioinformatics.ubc.ca/files/2012/01/APBC-2013-Final-Program.pdf
Conference Chair
• Steven Jones, BC Genome Sciences Centre, Canada
Program Chair
• S. Cenk Sahinalp, Simon Fraser University, Canada
Local Organizing Committee
• Inanc Birol, University of British Columbia, Canada
• Cedric Chauve, Simon Fraser University, Canada
• Jack Chen, Simon Fraser University, Canada
• Anne Condon, University of British Columbia, Canada
• Paul Pavlidis, University of British Columbia, Canada
• Sohrab Shah, University of British Columbia, Canada
Steering Committee
• Phoebe Chen (Chair), La Trobe University, Australia
• Sang Yup Lee, KAIST, Korea
• Satoru Miyano, University of Tokyo, Japan
• Mark Ragan, University of Queensland, Australia
• Limsoon Wong, National University of Singapore
• Michael Q Zhang, CHSL, USA and Tsinghua University, China
Program Committee
• Tatsuya Akutsu Kyoto U, Japan
• Rolf Backofen U Freiburg, Germany
• Joel Bader Johns Hopkins U, USA
• Vineet Bafna UCSD, USA
• Niko Beerenwinkel ETH, Switzerland
• Inanc Birol University of British Columbia, Canada
• Mathieu Blanchette McGill U, Canada
• Paul Boutros U Toronto, Canada
• Vladimir Brusic Harvard U, USA
• Cedric Chauve SFU, Canada
• Phoebe Chen LaTrobe U, Australia
• Ting Chen USC, USA
• Jack Chen SFU, Canada
http://www.bioinformatics.ubc.ca/files/2012/01/APBC-2013-Final-Program.pdf
Conference Chair
• Steven Jones, BC Genome Sciences Centre, Canada
Program Chair
• S. Cenk Sahinalp, Simon Fraser University, Canada
Local Organizing Committee
• Inanc Birol, University of British Columbia, Canada
• Cedric Chauve, Simon Fraser University, Canada
• Jack Chen, Simon Fraser University, Canada
• Anne Condon, University of British Columbia, Canada
• Paul Pavlidis, University of British Columbia, Canada
• Sohrab Shah, University of British Columbia, Canada
Steering Committee
• Phoebe Chen (Chair), La Trobe University, Australia
• Sang Yup Lee, KAIST, Korea
• Satoru Miyano, University of Tokyo, Japan
• Mark Ragan, University of Queensland, Australia
• Limsoon Wong, National University of Singapore
• Michael Q Zhang, CHSL, USA and Tsinghua University, China
Program Committee
• Tatsuya Akutsu Kyoto U, Japan
• Rolf Backofen U Freiburg, Germany
• Joel Bader Johns Hopkins U, USA
• Vineet Bafna UCSD, USA
• Niko Beerenwinkel ETH, Switzerland
• Inanc Birol University of British Columbia, Canada
• Mathieu Blanchette McGill U, Canada
• Paul Boutros U Toronto, Canada
• Vladimir Brusic Harvard U, USA
• Cedric Chauve SFU, Canada
• Phoebe Chen LaTrobe U, Australia
• Ting Chen USC, USA
• Jack Chen SFU, Canada
Friday, January 18, 2013
Whole Earth Catalog
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Whole_earth_catalog
The Whole Earth Catalog was an American counterculture catalog published by Stewart Brand between 1968 and 1972, and occasionally thereafter, until 1998. Although the WECs listed all sorts of products for sale (clothing, books, tools, machines, seeds – things useful for a creative or self-sustainable lifestyle) the Whole Earth Catalogs themselves did not sell any of the products. Instead the vendors and their prices were listed right alongside with the items. This led to a need for the Catalogs to be frequently updated.
Steve Jobs compared The Whole Earth Catalog to Internet search engine Google in his June 2005 Stanford University commencement speech. "When I was young, there was an amazing publication called The Whole Earth Catalog, which was one of the bibles of my generation.... It was sort of like Google in paperback form, 35 years before Google came along. It was idealistic and overflowing with neat tools and great notions." During the commencement speech, Jobs also quoted the farewell message placed on the back cover of the 1974 edition of the catalog: "Stay hungry. Stay foolish."[5][6][7]
The Whole Earth Catalog was an American counterculture catalog published by Stewart Brand between 1968 and 1972, and occasionally thereafter, until 1998. Although the WECs listed all sorts of products for sale (clothing, books, tools, machines, seeds – things useful for a creative or self-sustainable lifestyle) the Whole Earth Catalogs themselves did not sell any of the products. Instead the vendors and their prices were listed right alongside with the items. This led to a need for the Catalogs to be frequently updated.
- Function
- Useful as a tool,
- Relevant to independent education,
- High quality or low cost,
- Not already common knowledge,
- Easily available by mail.
Steve Jobs compared The Whole Earth Catalog to Internet search engine Google in his June 2005 Stanford University commencement speech. "When I was young, there was an amazing publication called The Whole Earth Catalog, which was one of the bibles of my generation.... It was sort of like Google in paperback form, 35 years before Google came along. It was idealistic and overflowing with neat tools and great notions." During the commencement speech, Jobs also quoted the farewell message placed on the back cover of the 1974 edition of the catalog: "Stay hungry. Stay foolish."[5][6][7]
Mirror neurons
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mirror_neuron
A mirror neuron is a neuron that fires both when an animal acts and when the animal observes the same action performed by another.[1][2][3] Thus, the neuron "mirrors" the behavior of the other, as though the observer were itself acting. Such neurons have been directly observed in primate and other species including birds. In humans, brain activity consistent with that of mirror neurons has been found in the premotor cortex, the supplementary motor area, the primary somatosensory cortex and the inferior parietal cortex.
The function of the mirror system is a subject of much speculation. Many researchers in cognitive neuroscience and cognitive psychology consider that this system provides the physiological mechanism for the perception action coupling (see the common coding theory).[3] They argue that mirror neurons may be important for understanding the actions of other people, and for learning new skills by imitation. Some researchers also speculate that mirror systems may simulate observed actions, and thus contribute to theory of mind skills,[4][5] while others relate mirror neurons to language abilities.[6] Neuroscientists such as Marco Iacoboni (UCLA) have argued that mirror neuron systems in the human brain help us understand the actions and intentions of other people. In a study published in March 2005 Iacoboni and his colleagues reported that mirror neurons could discern if another person who was picking up a cup of tea planned to drink from it or clear it from the table. In addition, Iacoboni has argued that mirror neurons are the neural basis of the human capacity for emotions such as empathy.[7]
A mirror neuron is a neuron that fires both when an animal acts and when the animal observes the same action performed by another.[1][2][3] Thus, the neuron "mirrors" the behavior of the other, as though the observer were itself acting. Such neurons have been directly observed in primate and other species including birds. In humans, brain activity consistent with that of mirror neurons has been found in the premotor cortex, the supplementary motor area, the primary somatosensory cortex and the inferior parietal cortex.
The function of the mirror system is a subject of much speculation. Many researchers in cognitive neuroscience and cognitive psychology consider that this system provides the physiological mechanism for the perception action coupling (see the common coding theory).[3] They argue that mirror neurons may be important for understanding the actions of other people, and for learning new skills by imitation. Some researchers also speculate that mirror systems may simulate observed actions, and thus contribute to theory of mind skills,[4][5] while others relate mirror neurons to language abilities.[6] Neuroscientists such as Marco Iacoboni (UCLA) have argued that mirror neuron systems in the human brain help us understand the actions and intentions of other people. In a study published in March 2005 Iacoboni and his colleagues reported that mirror neurons could discern if another person who was picking up a cup of tea planned to drink from it or clear it from the table. In addition, Iacoboni has argued that mirror neurons are the neural basis of the human capacity for emotions such as empathy.[7]
ROMANTIC HOTELS
http://www.tripadvisor.ca/TravelersChoice-Romance
ROMANTIC HOTELS
Choose a destination
World
Europe
United States
India
Top 10 Hotels for Romance in the World
1
Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora
Bora Bora, French Polynesia
“This hotel has shown me paradise, and I will forever be grateful for the memories.”
— kegan5, London, United Kingdom
2
Capella Ixtapa
Ixtapa, Mexico
“The ultimate honeymoon destination!”
Cheap flights to Ixtapa
3
Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort & Spa
Papetoai, French Polynesia
“Beautiful resort with beautiful modernized rooms”
Cheap flights to Moorea
4
The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort
Bora Bora, French Polynesia
“Tahitian Wedding & Honeymoon at St Regis”
Cheap flights to Bora Bora
5
Tokoriki Island Resort
Tokoriki Island, Fiji
“Amazing place - If you want to get away from it - then this is the place to go”
Cheap flights to Suva
6
Jade Mountain Resort
Soufriere, St. Lucia
“Exotic beauty and exceptional service - perfect wedding venue”
Cheap flights to St. Lucia
7
Andronis Luxury Suites
Oia, Greece
“Wow! The views are inspiring, and the property is beautiful.”
Cheap flights to Santorini
8
Koa Kea Hotel & Resort
Poipu, Hawaii
“Perfect service, wonderful food, a gorgeous view and as much peace and privacy as you want.”
Cheap flights to Lihue
9
Mariaggi's Theme Suites Hotel
Winnipeg, Manitoba
“romantic cozy outing..........yep we'll be back”
Cheap flights to Winnipeg
10
Royal Davui Island Resort
Royal Davui Island, Fiji
“Loved it”
Cheap flights to Suva
ROMANTIC HOTELS
Choose a destination
World
Europe
United States
India
Top 10 Hotels for Romance in the World
1
Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora
Bora Bora, French Polynesia
“This hotel has shown me paradise, and I will forever be grateful for the memories.”
— kegan5, London, United Kingdom
2
Capella Ixtapa
Ixtapa, Mexico
“The ultimate honeymoon destination!”
Cheap flights to Ixtapa
3
Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort & Spa
Papetoai, French Polynesia
“Beautiful resort with beautiful modernized rooms”
Cheap flights to Moorea
4
The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort
Bora Bora, French Polynesia
“Tahitian Wedding & Honeymoon at St Regis”
Cheap flights to Bora Bora
5
Tokoriki Island Resort
Tokoriki Island, Fiji
“Amazing place - If you want to get away from it - then this is the place to go”
Cheap flights to Suva
6
Jade Mountain Resort
Soufriere, St. Lucia
“Exotic beauty and exceptional service - perfect wedding venue”
Cheap flights to St. Lucia
7
Andronis Luxury Suites
Oia, Greece
“Wow! The views are inspiring, and the property is beautiful.”
Cheap flights to Santorini
8
Koa Kea Hotel & Resort
Poipu, Hawaii
“Perfect service, wonderful food, a gorgeous view and as much peace and privacy as you want.”
Cheap flights to Lihue
9
Mariaggi's Theme Suites Hotel
Winnipeg, Manitoba
“romantic cozy outing..........yep we'll be back”
Cheap flights to Winnipeg
10
Royal Davui Island Resort
Royal Davui Island, Fiji
“Loved it”
Cheap flights to Suva
Eta Carinae
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eta_Carinae
Eta Carinae has the names Tseen She (from the Chinese 天社 [Mandarin:tiānshè] "Heaven's altar") and Foramen.[30] It is also known as 海山二 (Hǎi Shān èr, English: the Second Star of Sea and Mountain),[31] referring to Sea and Mountain, an asterism that Eta Carinae forms with s Carinae, λ Centauri and λ Muscae.[32]
One remarkable aspect of Eta Carinae is its changing brightness. It is currently classified as a luminous blue variable (LBV) binary star due to peculiarities in its pattern of brightening and dimming.
Eta Carinae has the names Tseen She (from the Chinese 天社 [Mandarin:tiānshè] "Heaven's altar") and Foramen.[30] It is also known as 海山二 (Hǎi Shān èr, English: the Second Star of Sea and Mountain),[31] referring to Sea and Mountain, an asterism that Eta Carinae forms with s Carinae, λ Centauri and λ Muscae.[32]
One remarkable aspect of Eta Carinae is its changing brightness. It is currently classified as a luminous blue variable (LBV) binary star due to peculiarities in its pattern of brightening and dimming.
Thursday, January 17, 2013
Elizabeth Mynatt
Beth Mynatt is the Executive Director of the Institute for People and Technology (IPaT), a College of Computing Professor, and the Director of the Everyday Computing Lab. Themes in her research include supporting informal collaboration and awareness in office environments, enabling creative work and visual communication, and augmenting social processes for managing personal information. She is also one of the principal researchers in the Aware Home Research Initiative; investigating the design of future home technologies, especially those that enable older adults to continue living independently as opposed to moving to an institutional care setting.
https://www.cs.ubc.ca/event/2013/01/combining-computing-design-and-healthcare-dls-talk-elizabeth-mynatt-georgia-tech
Combining Computing, Design and Healthcare: Charting an Agenda for Personal Health Informatics
Elizabeth Mynatt
Georgia Tech
https://www.cs.ubc.ca/event/2013/01/combining-computing-design-and-healthcare-dls-talk-elizabeth-mynatt-georgia-tech
Healthcare for chronic disease is the dominant cost for many healthcare systems, now and for the foreseeable future. The unique capabilities of pervasive technologies have the potential to transform healthcare practices by shifting care from acute to home settings, by enabling continuous data capture and analysis, by creating a network of communication and collaboration channels, and by helping individuals engage in their own care. In the end, the emphasis is changed from healthcare and chronic disease to a focus on health and wellness.
In this talk, I will draw from a number of research projects that combine computing research, human-centered design, and health management theory to create promising approaches for promoting wellness, supporting behavior change and delivering improved health outcomes.
8 Ways to get the best internship
http://blogs.nature.com/naturejobs/2013/01/15/8-ways-to-get-the-best-internship?WT.ec_id=NATUREjobs-20130117
1. Start early
Competition for internships is as fierce as ever. Follow these top tips from Naturejobs and other industry experts to boost your chances.
1. Start early
2. Take a proactive approach to find a placement.
3. Question their motives
4. Know your rights
5. Get someone else to pay for it
6. Don’t rely on good grades
7. Talk about your work experience, not just your academic achievements, even if it’s working in a shop or waiting on tables.
8. Make sure your university is in touch with the right companies in the industry sectors that interest you.
Government of Canada invests in research-driven knowledge economy
http://www.innovation.ca/en/Media/News/GovernmentCanadainvestsinresearchdrivenknowledgeeconomy#ubc
http://www.grad.ubc.ca/aggregator
University of British Columbia (The)
Leading Edge Fund / Fonds de l’avant-garde
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Immune System Polymorphism and Host/Pathogen Interactions
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$2,104,522
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A Digital Radio Telescope for CHIME: Three Dimensional Mapping of the Largest Volume of the Universe to Date
|
$4,585,372
|
Envirotron for Plant Adaptation Research
|
$1,061,030
|
Genomic Approaches to Personalizing Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment
|
$5,681,816
|
Molecules to Human: Enhanced Phenotyping for Discovery, Prevention, and Treatment of Heart, Lung, and Blood Vessel Disease
|
$2,498,597
|
Quantum Materials and Devices Foundry
|
$1,739,738
|
Super Resolution Microscopy: Breaking the Diffraction Barrier
|
$1,407,645
|
Systems Analysis of Single Stem Cells
|
$2,977,910
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http://www.grad.ubc.ca/aggregator
Google Alert
http://www.seomoz.org/blog/how-to-use-google-alerts-for-quick-and-easy-domain-alerts-10098
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site: wolf-howl.com
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Erratum vs Corrigendum
http://support.elsevier.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/828/~/what-does-errata-and-corrigenda-mean%3F
The term Erratum is used for mistakes/errors caused or made by the publisher while Corrigendum is used for author errors.
The term Erratum is used for mistakes/errors caused or made by the publisher while Corrigendum is used for author errors.
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