About This page includes information about the aims and scope of BMC Bioinformatics, editorial policies, open access and article-processing charges, the peer review process and other information. For details of how to prepare and submit a manuscript through the online submission system, please see the instructions for authors. Scope BMC Bioinformatics is an open access, peer-reviewed journal that considers articles on all aspects of the development, testing and novel application of computational and statistical methods for the modeling and analysis of all kinds of biological data, as well as other areas of computational biology. BMC Bioinformatics is part of the BMC series which publishes subject-specific journals focused on the needs of individual research communities across all areas of biology and medicine. BMC series - open, inclusive and trusted. Editorial team Executive Editor Irene Pala Editorial Board Manager Paul Lambert Senior Managing Editor Diana Marshall Open access Indexing services e.g.
Agents An agent is an animate entity that is capable of doing something on purpose. That definition is broad enough to include humans and other animals, the subjects of verbs that express actions, and the computerized robots and softbots. But it depends on other words whose meanings are just as problematical: animate, capable, doing, and purpose. The task of defining those words raises questions that involve almost every other aspect of ontology. Animate. Psychology of Agents Linguistically, an agent is an animate being that can perform some action, and an action is an event that is initiated or carried out by some animate being. The word animate comes from the Latin anima, which means breath or soul. We must inquire for each kind of living thing, what is its psyche; what is that of a plant, and what is that of a human or a beast. Aristotle's hierarchy of functions was based on his extensive study of the plants and animals known in his day. Competence Levels Avoiding. Artificial Psyches
Brain's Dumped DNA May Lead to Stress, Depression Humans and other mammals react to stressful situations through a series of well-orchestrated evolutionary adaptations. When faced with a predator looking for its next meal, or with worry of losing a job, our bodies release a cascade of stress hormones. Our heart rate spikes, breath quickens, muscles tense up and beads of sweat appear. This so-called “fight-or-flight” response served our ancestors well, but its continual activation in our modern-day lives comes with a cost. Each of our cells contains hundreds of small bean-shaped mitochondria — subcellular structures, or organelles, that provide the energy needed for normal functioning. But our fight-or-flight response places extreme demands on the mitochondria. The genetic cast-offs are not just inert cellular waste. To demonstrate psychological stress can cause mitochondrial DNA to be released by cells, Picard and his team devised a quick stress test. But how was this inflammation triggered by mitochondrial DNA leaking out of cells?
9 Key Components of the Shift to Higher Consciousness This article originally appeared in WakingTimes.com. Facing considerable political, economic, social and ecological crises, the human race is desperate for a transformation and a new direction. Business as usual ensures that we are doomed to run a course of half-conscious self-destruction, as man-made catastrophes multiply and stress mounts in every aspect of life. We must overthrow our ignorance, as it has become a fearful master, goading us into war, pollution, waste and exploitation. The social problems and entrenched patterns at the source of global issues are too vast and complex to be solved at the personal level, yet, paradoxically, the personal transformation of the individual offers a lonesome opportunity to avert the catastrophes we are engineering for ourselves. The shift. Personal evolution is both the great duty and the great joy of all human beings and is a process of divine significance, frequently unfolding in overlapping stages and related developments. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Quantum Entanglement and Information First published Mon Aug 13, 2001; substantive revision Thu Aug 26, 2010 Quantum entanglement is a physical resource, like energy, associated with the peculiar nonclassical correlations that are possible between separated quantum systems. Entanglement can be measured, transformed, and purified. 1. In 1935 and 1936, Schrödinger published a two-part article in the Proceedings of the Cambridge Philosophical Society in which he discussed and extended a remarkable argument by Einstein, Podolsky, and Rosen. It should not be supposed that Einstein's definition of a complete theory included the requirement that it be deterministic. In the original EPR article, two particles are prepared from a source in a certain quantum state and then move apart. Here is how Schrödinger put the puzzle in the first part of his two-part article (Schrödinger, 1935; p. 559): Schrödinger coined the term ‘entanglement’ to describe this peculiar connection between quantum systems (Schrödinger, 1935; p. 555): 2. 3. 4.
Panic Attack Symptoms + 10 Unexpected Panic Attack Triggers Have you ever experienced panic attack symptoms? If you have, then you know that the sensations are so intense it feels like you could be having a heart attack or other serious health issue. Panic attacks are characterized by a fear of losing control or surviving a disaster, even though there is no real danger in that moment. There are many possible panic attack triggers, from bacterial infections to low blood sugar levels. If you aren’t familiar with the most common panic attack symptoms and some possible panic attack causes, a panic attack will certainly take you by surprise and feel like a life-threatening occurrence. Deconstructing a Panic Attack + Panic Attack Symptoms A panic attack is an intense and sudden development of fear or anxiety. Panic Attack vs Anxiety Attack: How Are They Different? Ever wonder, “What is an anxiety attack?” Signs of an anxiety attack vs. panic attack are important to differentiate. FatigueHypervigilanceRestlessnessIrritability What is a panic attack? Yes.
The Reptilian Aliens and the Council of the 13 'Royal' Families Excerpts from Blue Blood, True Blood: Conflict & Creation The leader of the Earth's Illuminati is called the "Pindar". ... Excerpts from Blue Blood, True Blood: Conflict & Creation The leader of the Earth's Illuminati is called the "Pindar". The Pindar is a member of one of the 13 ruling Illuminati families, and is always male. The title, Pindar, is an abbreviated term for "Pinnacle of the Draco". Symbolically, this represents the top of power, control, creation, penetration, expansion, invasion, and fear. The holder of this rank reports to the purebred Reptilian leader in the inner Earth. Recently, there are reports that the Marquis de Libeaux is the Pindar, but this is disinformation. He is based in Germany near Frankfurt. Interestingly, there is a winery on the east end of Long Island, not far from Montauk Point, called Pindar Vineyards. This fits nicely into the plan, as this area will be a part of the capital district of the Earth/United Nations in the Empire State! Publicly, Mr.
Encountering the Gifted Self Again, For the First Time Encountering the Gifted Self Again, For the First Time By Mary-Elaine Jacobsen, PhD Telltale Signs of Adult Giftedness: There are many confusing notions about what giftedness is and is not. Dabrowski's (1972) theoretical construct of giftedness suggests that the development of gifted individuals is a matter of nature (heredity), nurture (environmental influences), and a dynamic inner force that fuels self-motivation and self-direction. He proposed five developmental levels that encompass the evolution of the personality. Crisis and pain generally act as essential catalysts for this growth, which is frequently the point at which the counselor meets the gifted adult. Gifted clients must be respected and acknowledged for daring to go down the unpredictable road of self-actualization. HARSH SELF-SCRUTINY: One of the primary signs of a gifted I.D. is a display of a persistent, often harsh, self-evaluation. They are articulate talkers who love a hot discussion. It can also wear them out. Dr.
's Stages - Early, Middle, Late Dementia Symptoms Alzheimer’s disease typically progresses slowly in three general stages: early, middle and late (sometimes referred to as mild, moderate and severe in a medical context). Since Alzheimer’s affects people in different ways, each person may experience symptoms — or progress through the stages — differently. Subscribe to our e-newsletter to learn how you can help those affected by Alzheimer's. Overview of disease progression Did you know? People with cognitive changes caused by Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) have an increased risk of developing Alzheimer's or another dementia. Learn More The symptoms of Alzheimer's disease worsen over time, although the rate at which the disease progresses varies. The stages below provide an overall idea of how abilities change once symptoms appear and should only be used as a general guide. The stages are separated into three categories: mild Alzheimer's disease, moderate Alzheimer's disease and severe Alzheimer's disease. Early-stage Alzheimer's (mild)
Internet Sacred Text Archive Home Speed Bumps That Flatten for Slow Speeds by Jae-yun Kim & Jong-Su Lee... Speed Bumps That Flatten for Slow Speeds Today my uncle and I were driving in his truck. We live in the USA, in Minnesota, where it’s currently snowing; his truck has a plow on the front. We were traveling at a modest 10 mph, and suddenly there’s a speed bump, we go over it, CRUNK goes the plow into the ground afterward, we almost flip the truck! What could be done! So what do they do? They make a speed bump that’s based on retractors that open if the impact with them is small enough. What a lovely goal: “Encouraging drivers to retain a constant slow speed will reduce the amount of stops and starts made, and thus, the amount of exhaust waste from the car. Designers: Jae-yun Kim & Jong-Su Lee
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder: Is it Time to Reappraise the Role of Sugar Consumption? New Obama Advisor John Podesta An Advocate For UFO Disclosure For all of you who hope the U.S. government will lift the veil on its alleged stockpile of evidence that Earth is being visited by extraterrestrials -- take heart. This week, former Clinton chief of staff and UFO advocate John Podesta was named as President Obama's newest advisor. Podesta, 64, has more than once publicly urged the U.S. government to release any UFO files that could help scientists determine "the real nature of this phenomenon." Podesta's stance on UFOs can be seen in the following video clip from the 2009 James Fox film, "I Know What I Saw." Podesta spoke at a 2002 news conference at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C., where he called upon the U.S. government "to declassify [UFO] records that are more than 25 years old." Adding more fuel to the fire, Podesta wrote the foreword to Leslie Kean's 2010 New York Times bestseller, "UFOs: Generals, Pilots, And Government Officials Go On The Record": Drone SecrecyNSA SpyingAfghanistanThe American Political SystemUFOs
Just what is Neuro-Linguistic or Neurolinguistic Programming? Or Neuro-Linguistic Programming? Or even Neurolinguistic Programming? NLP is a bit like an 'owners manual' on how to use your brain! At school and college we learned wonderful things like history and geography and algebra but we did not learn much about how to feel good or to have great relationships. That's where NLP comes in. NLP is a set of insights and skills You can use the NLP methods and insights to be more in charge of your thoughts and feelings. NLP is an ever-growing collection of information and insights, backed up by a huge range of mental NLP Techniques that can enable you to improve how you think, behave and feel - and assist others do the same. We have an article here on the benefits of learning NLP and here are details of our NLP courses. NLP: ‘the study of success’ NLP has been variously described as the technology of the mind, the science of achievement, and the study of success. How is it possible to be an idiot... or an expert? NLP - that name! Is all 'NLP' the same?