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Images Show Entire "Universe" of Circular Structure That Can Only Be Seen as Radio Signals

Futurism

Now, thanks to the latest advances in radio observatories, scientists are uncovering an entire "low surface brightness universe" teeming with circular curiosities, according to a team of researchers from Australia including an entirely new class of cosmic object. So, a near-perfect circle in a messy universe is a special find."

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British Columbia History Digitization Program invites grant applications for the preservation of historical British Columbia materials

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The University of British Columbia‘s British Columbia History Digitization Program invites applications from private or public institutions and agencies that have the preservation of historical British Columbia materials as part of their mandate.

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Saving ‘The Onion’: An extremely brief oral history

Fast Company Tech

The universe would just be right if I bought The Onion. If youre going to try and buy something, youre going to need a powerful set of spreadsheets. Jeff Lawson, Owner Jeff Bezos bought The [Washington] Post , and Marc Benioff bought Time.

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Afraid of the Office? Top 3 Keys To Make Your Association a Kick-ass Place to Work According to History

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But first, a brief history of “the office” as a concept. University of Technology Research Fellow, Augustin Chevez and Senior Lecturer, DJ Huppatz note one early example of the office in classical art: Botticelli’s “Saint Augustine in His Study,” painted all the way back in 1480. Local businesses became national.

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Celebrating Black history and Black futures

Candid

From kitchen tables to campuses of Historical Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Juneteenth is well revered in the Black community as an important narrative thread with a rich and complex tapestry. This blog provides a brief overview of Juneteenth and the role that HBCUs have played as guardians of Black history and Black futures. .

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Embrace equity, diversity, and inclusion during the 2024 Women’s History Month

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March is Women’s History Month. Since 1987, the United States has honored women’s ongoing contributions to history, society, and culture. The 2024 Women’s History Month celebrates women who promote equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts. What is Women’s History Month? What is Women’s History Month?

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Optimize the University Experience with AI

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These same benefits could also help universities better serve their students and protect their bottom line. AI can help universities predict possible outcomes to the following scenarios: Prospective students who will apply to the university. Accepted students who will enroll at the university.