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Bionano’s Symposium 2024 Featured Presentations from its Global User Community Highlighting OGM as a Powerful Alternative to Classical Cytogenetics and Strong Complement to NGS

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

During this four-day online event, presenters reported on their use of OGM for applications in cancer, genetic disease, and cell and gene therapy.

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  • During this four-day online event, presenters reported on their use of OGM for applications in cancer, genetic disease, and cell and gene therapy.
  • OGM is helping to unravel persistent, complex mysteries in genetic disease that impact people, even in more common disorders like Down syndrome and Marfan syndrome.
  • OGM has the potential to meet the key requirements of the cell and gene therapy community.
  • “I would encourage anyone who was unable to attend live to login, view these presentations and see how bright the future of cytogenetics is with OGM.”

'Foul and loathsome’ or jewels of the natural world? The complicated history of human-frog relations

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Saturday, December 30, 2023

Perhaps you came across one in your garden and wondered at its little hands, glossy skin and what looked very much like a contented smile.

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  • Perhaps you came across one in your garden and wondered at its little hands, glossy skin and what looked very much like a contented smile.
  • As our research has found, the history of human-frog relations is long and complicated – and not all of it is nice.

Why we love frogs

  • There is a rich history of people really loving frogs.
  • This is interesting, because many people much prefer mammals and birds over reptiles and amphibians.
  • Frogs are truly among the jewels of the natural world, unlike toads which – with their more mundane colours and “warty skins” – do not usually inspire the same sense of enchantment.

Dissecting human feelings for frogs


Yet relationships between people and frogs haven’t always been so positive. In fact, frogs occupy complicated places across cultures all over the world. In the Western tradition, the legacy of biblical and classical sources was both negative and longstanding. References to frogs in the Bible rendered them the instrument of divine anger as a swarming plague.

  • Frogs challenged early modern zoological taxonomies, moving between classification as serpent, insect or reptile.
  • In modern science, they sit in a branch of zoology, herpetology, that brings frogs together as “creeping animals” with snakes and lizards.
  • Italian scientist Luigi Galvani, for example, did experiments in the late 18th century on legs of frogs to investigate what he thought of as “animal electricity”.
  • In time, experiments with frogs moved beyond the laboratory into the classroom.
  • In the 1930s, schoolchildren were expected to find frogs and bring them to school for dissection in biology classes.

Recognising the fragility of frogs

  • From the frogs of Aesop’s Fables to the meme Pepe the Frog, we have projected our own feelings and frustrations onto frogs, and exploited them for science and education.
  • Frogs have also borne the brunt of our failures as environmental stewards.
  • In 2022, over 40% of amphibian species (of which frogs and toads are by far the largest group) were threatened with extinction.


Susan Broomhall receives funding from the Australian Research Council. Andrea Gaynor receives funding from the Australian Research Council. Andy Flack does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

In Celebration of the Anticipated Release of Disney's Upcoming Animated Musical Feature Wish, Asha Makes Her Disney On Ice Debut Tonight at the Prudential Center

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

ELLENTON, Fla., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Witness the captivating sight of Asha on ice before her cinematic debut in the epic Walt Disney Animation Studios' animated musical adventure Wish. Asha and her friend Star will dazzle audiences as they skate to "This Wish," written by Julia Michaels and Ben Rice and performed by Academy Award®- winning actress Ariana DeBose. This latest Disney On Ice production brings the brightest Disney stars to life through cutting-edge figure skating, high-flying acrobatics, unexpected stunts, innovative lighting, thrilling special effects, eye-catching costumes, and stunning set designs. Experience the dynamic moments that take place on the ice and in the air when Disney On Ice presents Magic in the Stars visits hometowns across the US! 

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  • ELLENTON, Fla., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Witness the captivating sight of Asha on ice before her cinematic debut in the epic Walt Disney Animation Studios' animated musical adventure Wish.
  • Experience the dynamic moments that take place on the ice and in the air when Disney On Ice presents Magic in the Stars visits hometowns across the US!
  • Join Disney On Ice for a magical journey with Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Donald, and Daisy through timeless tales and today's favorites.
  • For more info about Disney On Ice, follow Disney On Ice's social media channels: Facebook , Twitter , & Instagram .

Dramatic Token Burn Propels Pepe (PEPE) to Two-Month High

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Sunday, October 29, 2023

Pepe (PEPE) has defied Bitcoin's dominance with a 31% surge following the burning of 6.9 trillion tokens worth $5.5 million.

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  • Pepe (PEPE) has defied Bitcoin's dominance with a 31% surge following the burning of 6.9 trillion tokens worth $5.5 million.
  • This token burn effectively removed tokens from circulation, quelling concerns about the project's token holdings.
  • The Pepe team, in response to unauthorized transfers, also welcomed new advisors to guide the project's future direction.
  • PEPE, inspired by Pepe the Frog memes, gained popularity but differs from other meme coins by lacking specific utility, such as the Layer-2 blockchain launched by SHIB.

Pepe (PEPE) Surges 31% After Dramatic Token Burn and Management Shakeup

  • This remarkable upswing in value came on the heels of a dramatic token burn, during which a staggering 6.9 trillion tokens, worth approximately $5.5 million, were permanently removed from circulation.
  • The Pepe meme coin, known for its distinctive frog-themed branding, is now trading at a two-month high following this significant development.
  • The token burn not only had an immediate positive impact on PEPE's price but also eased concerns surrounding the management of the project's token holdings.
  • At present, the Pepe team holds approximately 3.79 trillion tokens, valued at approximately $3.72 million.
  • With the recent changes in management and the reduction in token supply, the project appears to be gearing up for further development and strategic partnerships.

Anonymous Whale Acquires Massive Stake in PEPE Amidst Volatile Market

  • According to a recent post shared by the "Smart Money" tracking platform Lookonchain, this enigmatic whale acquired nearly two trillion PEPE tokens, sparking intrigue and speculation in the cryptocurrency sphere.
  • Lookonchain’s post shed light on the identity of this anonymous whale, revealing that the individual boasts an impressive following of over 100,000 users on the X social media app.
  • However, the acquisition of PEPE was not without its share of challenges, as Lookonchain noted that this whale had "lost a total of ~$30M in SUSHI including all CEX buys."
  • Furthermore, this whale had unstaked a massive 2.46 trillion SUSHI tokens, valued at $2.12 million, on 4 June this year.
  • As PEPE experiences fluctuations in its value and adoption, the community eagerly anticipates the next chapter in the meme coin's journey.

Price Overview

  • This boosted its price to $0.000000963 at press time.
  • Price chart for PEPE (Source: CoinStats)
    The latest increase in price added to PEPE’s positive weekly performance as well.
  • Its price was also able to increase around 44% throughout the past month.

Disney Vacation Club Celebrates the Grand Opening of The Villas at Disneyland Hotel

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Thursday, September 28, 2023

ANAHEIM, Calif., Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Inspired by the creative magic of Walt Disney Animation Studios, The Villas at Disneyland Hotel are now open. The all-new tower features 344 thoughtfully themed guest rooms designed to immerse guests in the worlds of classic Disney stories while offering modern, just-like-home amenities only steps away from the Disneyland Resort theme parks.

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  • The stunning, 12-story tower is the 16th Disney Vacation Club property and the first dedicated Disney Vacation Club property at Disneyland Resort since The Villas at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa opened in 2009.
  • The Villas at Disneyland Hotel features a variety of themed accommodations for families large and small including duo studios, deluxe studios, one- and two-bedroom villas and multi-level grand villas.
  • Disney Vacation Club members and guests staying at the Disneyland Hotel can enjoy these new amenities and current hotel offerings including restaurants, lounges, shops and swimming pools.
  • Today, there are a total of 16 Disney Vacation Club properties across four states, including Disney's Riviera Resort, the newest Disney Vacation Club property at Walt Disney World Resort, and Aulani, Disney Vacation Club Villas, Ko Olina, Hawaii.

Disneyland Resort Brings Special Stories to Life with Tiana's Palace Restaurant, San Fransokyo Square and More

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

The Mint Julep Bar reopens alongside Tiana's Palace, with its famous mint juleps and ever-popular Mickey beignets.

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  • The Mint Julep Bar reopens alongside Tiana's Palace, with its famous mint juleps and ever-popular Mickey beignets.
  • Both locations offer mobile order so guests can order their favorites using the Disneyland app.
  • * While Tiana's Palace is not a character dining location, guests may still find Tiana walking through New Orleans Square at various times of the day.
  • The San Fransokyo Maker's Market offers "Big Hero 6"themed mementos, apparel and accessories.

Frog Fuel Receives Award For Best Pre-Workout Protein Supplement

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

NEW YORK, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- OP2 Labs was founded by two former Navy SEALs seeking to develop the most bioactive collagen protein supplement in the world. Their formulation, ProT Gold, is trusted by over 4,000 medical facilities for its rapid wound healing. Recognizing that this biologically-complete collagen formulation could meet athletes' need for a more nutritionally available protein supplement led Alexander Kunz, CEO and co-founder of OP2 Labs, to create Frog Fuel. [See Full Press Release.]

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  • OP2 Labs has received the Athletic Insight News award for its Frog Fuel Power Protein and Frog Fuel Ultra Pre-Workout supplements, optimally formulated to build lean muscle mass and increase strength and endurance.
  • Unlike other protein supplements, Frog Fuel can be consumed just 15 minutes before working out as its microsized Nano Hydrolyzed Collagen ® ensures rapid absorption and digestion.
  • Recognizing that this biologically-complete collagen formulation could meet athletes' need for a more nutritionally available protein supplement led Alexander Kunz , CEO and co-founder of OP2 Labs, to create Frog Fuel .
  • In contrast, Frog Fuel and Frog Fuel Ultra's Nano Hydrolyzed Collagen ® protein is microsized for complete absorption in only 15 minutes.

Disney Launches Global Create 100 Campaign to Celebrate Creativity and Support Make-A-Wish With $1 Million Donation

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Friday, July 28, 2023

Today marks the launch of Create 100 , a global celebration of creativity marking 100 years of Disney storytelling.

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  • Today marks the launch of Create 100 , a global celebration of creativity marking 100 years of Disney storytelling.
  • To begin, Disney is commemorating the launch with a $1 million donation to Make-A-Wish to support the granting of life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses.
  • The life-size piece titled ‘Structural Sorcerer — a Sorcerer’s Apprentice Mickey Sculpture’ was commissioned by Disney and designed by ALASKA ALASKA.
  • The life-changing wishes include shopping sprees, studio visits, theme park and resort vacations, cruises, talent meet-and-greets, sports-themed experiences and more.

Flash News: OKX Offers Users a Chance to Win Pepe Tokens by Trading on P2P Marketplace, Announces New Features for Futures and Perpetual Contracts

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023

OKX has launched a new campaign that rewards users who trade on its P2P Marketplace with a chance to win a share in over two billion Pepe tokens (PEPE).

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  • OKX has launched a new campaign that rewards users who trade on its P2P Marketplace with a chance to win a share in over two billion Pepe tokens (PEPE).
  • Only existing users who have never traded on the P2P Marketplace prior to this campaign are eligible for rewards.
  • OKX has implemented three new features for futures and perpetual contracts.
  • Users can easily modify the current TP/SL price, amount and other important configurations without canceling and replacing the current orders.

Cormac McCarthy's fearless approach to writing

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Saturday, June 17, 2023

McCarthy did lean heavily on his Tennessee upbringing in his first four novels, and he set many others in the deserts of the Southwest U.S.

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  • McCarthy did lean heavily on his Tennessee upbringing in his first four novels, and he set many others in the deserts of the Southwest U.S.
  • As such an unwieldy list of compatriots suggests, McCarthy is an author who experimented with language and literary technique.
  • Each of his books typically departs radically in tone, structure and prose from the previous one.

Two radically different reading experiences

    • Some novels depend heavily on dense passages of narrative exposition and philosophizing, while others lean heavily on everyday dialogue.
    • Some books celebrate regional voices and vernacular, and others adopt a neutral, removed and clinical tone.
    • In “Blood Meridian,” set in the desert of the Southwest U.S. and Mexico, McCarthy’s prose is dense, with details piling up one after another.
    • … ” The entire sentence is much too long to quote here.
    • But you get the picture: There is very little punctuation and there are few places to even take a breath.
    • … Each paragraph in this passage is different in tone, subject matter, place, and time from what comes before and appears after.

A lasting legacy

    • It might be tempting to see such difference as an evolution, as McCarthy honing and taming his narrative voice from his earlier work.
    • But they always struck me as reflecting his love of words and the endless possibilities of language.