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[savantefolle]

La saison des feuilles, des salons et... des prix!

L'AAOF et le Salon du livre Afro-Canadien à Ottawa m'ont fait une belle surprise. J'ai eu la joie d'être lauréate du prix de littérature jeunesse de l'AAOF pour Rose du désert, une histoire dans laquelle j'ai mis beaucoup de temps et de réflexion.

Ouf, c’est l’automne, un Salon n’attend pas l’autre. Après les deux prix reçus au Congrès Boréal en septembre, je courais au Salon Steampunk de la Capitale (dont je préparais l’article) avec une ambiance électrisante. Je retourne à Ottawa pour la Can*Con, la convention canadienne de SF, où j’aurai une table de vente pour Échofictions. Et à peine revenue du Salon Steampunk, en voici un autre beau…

[apigeonisapigeon]

WIP Intros

Arson and Other Fires

Project Lifebloom dissolves in a flash flood of an investigation that leaves the previously thriving community of Second- and Third-Gen humans — genetically engineered for physical strength and physic abilities, respectively — packed away in prisons and scattered across the universe. On the Project's distant Outer Station, Avram Ashta has just enough advance warning to pack the next generation of young Lifebloom cadets, an eclectic collection of scientists and soldiers, and a weeks' worth of food onto a ship and flee with nothing more than a scrambled message from the Project's director promising that a safe homeland is out there waiting for them, if only they can find it. Five years later, he's left the children memory wiped and hidden on an obscure planet and is holding his increasingly fractious crew together with both hands. And then news comes of the director's arrest, and with it, the first clue in years of the homeland's location. Except this new version of Project Lifebloom is different than he remembers — or maybe not different at all.

Wherefore Art Thou, Caspian?

What happened to Caspian Anno? This is the question plaguing our unnamed protagonist, who wakes one morning to find themself in Caspian's body with no memory of who they are, how they got there, or why everyone seems to be afraid of them. Written in the format of letters to the illusive Caspian, our protagonist struggles with personhood, identity, and the dawning realization that something terrible might have happened to their body's original owner.

City Witches

Ten covens, twenty fighters, thirty matches. Vandion City's underground fighting circuit has grown from a handful of scrappy witches trading spells in someone's garage to an institution in its own right, maintained through subterfuge and bribery. So when a famous, flashy fighter from a neighbouring city joins her coven and threatens not only to disrupt this precarious homeostasis but to take her spot in the ring, Nev Parker — ruthless, fast, holding the league record for disqualifications and nicknamed "The Brute" by her opponents — is less than thrilled. When the new fighter dies under mysterious circumstances shortly after her first match, Nev finds herself the prime suspect as the league scrambles to find the culprit and cover up the death before it comes to the attention of the authorities.

[kvetchinglyneurotic]

Hi. Sorry to bother you. Was just wondering if you were working on anything Ted lasso at the moment? I've been rereading all your works! They're my fav

Thank you for the ask, I'm always happy to take questions! Unfortunately I continue to be incapable of working on more than one fic at a time, and at the moment, the one fic is my original sci-fi novel Arson and Other Fires. That being said, I do have ~4 TL fics in various stages of planning and might either take a break between parts 1 and 2 of AaOF to work on them, or take another stab at doing the multiple WIPs thing once I'm free from the admittedly self-imposed torment nexus that is applying to PhD programs.

Here's what I have outlined for 5 times someone suspected something was up with Jamie, +1 time they said something about it:

One (season 1): who remembers their first drink of alcohol, anyway?

Two (2x03ish): Sam mentions he got the idea for the Dubai Air protest because his dad was upset the team had them as a sponsor, and suddenly Jamie's being... weird every time he gets a phone call from Ola

Three: Things are weird after Wembley. Isaac tries to be a good captain.

Four: In which Roy feels bad for slapping food out of Jamie's hand, and Jamie doesn't understand why

Five: Jamie's depressed and talkative

+One: Jamie comes back form Manchester with a manic energy and a head full of stories about his dad. Everyone else is alarmed

[industryforecastnews]

Ophthalmic Devices Market Size To Reach $9.79 Billion By 2030 | CAGR of 4.92%

Ophthalmic Devices Market Growth & Trends

The global ophthalmic devices market size is anticipated to reach USD 9.79 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 4.92% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The rising geriatric population is presumed to propel the need for ophthalmic devices due to the high risk of developing chronic eye disorders. According to the National Institute on Aging (NIA), the geriatric population will be about 72 million individuals by 2030. The rising prevalence of eye disorders, such as macular degeneration, cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, and glaucoma, is also boosting product demand. As per the WHO, glaucoma accounts for 4.5 million cases of blindness globally. In the United States, glaucoma is termed the "Silent Thief of Sight," which is the second-leading cause of blindness.

The market growth can also be attributed to technological advancements, such as the development of intraocular lenses, fundus cameras, and OCT devices. Furthermore, the increasing involvement of market players in expanding treatment solutions through strategic alliances is expected to present this market with a potential growth platform. Approximately 10% of the people suffering from eye disorders are expected to experience loss of vision despite the proper treatment, as per the statistics of the WHO, driving the clinical urgency to incorporate highly advanced ophthalmic devices. Furthermore, rising demand for minimally invasive and complication-free operative surgeries is expected to boost product demand. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the majority of the population's screen time was increased, resulting in increased cases of various eye issues, which will support market growth over the forecast period.

The growing geriatric population is increasing the demand for ophthalmic devices, as they are more susceptible to age-related ophthalmic disorders. According to the National Institute on Aging (NIA), the geriatric population is expected to reach around 72 million by 2030. The increasing prevalence of diabetes and the incidence of diabetes-related blindness are predicted to fuel market growth. According to the World Health Organization, nearly 422 million people worldwide have diabetes, and the majority are living in low- and middle-income countries.

Increased screen time due to the lockdown measures in the COVID-19 pandemic has been associated with the onset and progression of various eye diseases, thus driving the demand for eye examinations. In June 2020, Johnson & Johnson Vision donated USD 320,000 to provide eye care to COVID-19-impacted patients. The organization conducted this donation to the Optometry Cares unit of the American Optometric Association (AOA) Foundation and the American Academy of Optometry Foundation (AAOF).

Request a free sample copy or view report summary: Ophthalmic Devices Market Report

Ophthalmic Devices Market Report Highlights

Based on product, the optical coherence tomography scanners (OCT) segment dominated the global market in 2023

The segment accounted for the largest share of over 23% of the overall revenue in 2023, which can be attributed to its wide range of applications

The ophthalmoscopes segment is expected to witness significant growth from 2024 to 2030 on account of technological advancements

The cataract application segment accounted for the largest revenue share in 2023 and is expected to continue its dominance over the forecast period

This growth can be attributed to the increasing number of patients suffering from cataracts and high product adoption for cataract surgeries

Regional Insights

North America held the largest share in 2023. A high population of older adults and rising prevalence of chronic eye conditions resulting from factors, such as high stress and unhealthy lifestyles; ultimately leading to diabetic retinopathy, are considered high-impact rendering drivers for the market. In addition, the incorporation of new reimbursement models for ophthalmologic treatment and a stringent regulatory framework aimed at patients’ safety, is expected to fuel product demand in this region.

The U.S. possesses a well-developed healthcare system with leading academic institutions and research facilities. This encourages innovations in ophthalmic devices in terms of minimally invasive surgical techniques, advanced diagnostic instruments, and personalized medicine approaches, thereby propelling growth for the U.S. market. The U.S. spends significantly on healthcare compared to other developed countries, with total healthcare spending projected to reach $4.8 trillion by 2030. This translates into increased funding for specialized therapies and devices, including eye care.

Ophthalmic Devices Market Segmentation

Grand View Research has segmented the global ophthalmic devices market based on product, application, end-use, and region:

Ophthalmic Devices Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

Optical Coherence Tomography Scanners

Fundus Cameras

Perimeters/Visual Field Analysers

Autorefractors and Keratometers

Ophthalmic Ultrasound Imaging Systems

Ophthalmic A-Scan Ultrasound

Ophthalmic B-Scan Ultrasound

Ophthalmic Ultrasound Biomicroscopes

Ophthalmic Pachymeters

Tonometers

Slit Lamps

Phoropters

Wavefront Aberrometers

Optical Biometry Systems

Ophthalmoscopes

Lensmeters

Corneal Topography Systems

Specular Microscopes

Retinoscopes

Ophthalmic Devices Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

Cataract

Vitreo Retinal Disorders

Glaucoma

Refractor Disorders

Ophthalmic Devices End-use Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

Hospitals & Eye Clinics

Academic & Research Laboratory

Others

Ophthalmic Devices Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

North America

U.S.

Canada

Europe

U.K.

Germany

France

Italy

Spain

Denmark

Sweden

Norway

Asia Pacific

Japan

China

India

Australia

South Korea

Thailand

Latin America

Brazil

Mexico

Argentina

Colombia

Middle East and Africa (MEA)

South Africa

Saudi Arabia

UAE

Kuwait

List of Key Players in Ophthalmic Devices Market

Johnson & Johnson Vision Care

Alcon Vision LLC

Carl Zeiss Meditec AG

Bausch & Lomb Inc.

Essilor International S.A.

Ziemer Ophthalmic Systems Ltd.

Nidek Co. Ltd.

TOPCON Corporation

Haag-Streit Group

Browse Full Report: Ophthalmic Devices Market Report

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[storesandmarket]

American Academy of #Optometry Foundation #AAOF announced the 2019 Joe and Janet Barr Early Career #Cornea & #ContactLens Research #Award Recipient: Pabita Dhungel. Project: Impact of Scleral Lens Wear on Intraocular Pressure & Posterior Ocular Perfusion.  Diaton Scleral Tonometer was used for this study. https://www.aaopt.org/detail/news/2019/07/01/american-academy-of-optometry-foundation-is-pleased-to-announce-the-joe-and-janet-barr-early-career-cornea-and-contact-lens-research-award-recipients Congratulations Pabita! Thank you for finding more unique ways to use the Diaton! Learn more at: https://tonometerdiaton.com Follow @tonometerdiaton (at Orange County Convention Center) https://www.instagram.com/p/B39CnKVHNlM/?igshid=8o1i1lziak7r

[everythingispirates]

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Croisée des mots le 30 novembre 2022

Croisée des mots le 30 novembre 2022

À peine revenue du Salon du livre de Montréal, déjà la Croisée des mots se profile! Ce mercredi 30 novembre, je lirai un extrait du Secret de Paloma, qui fut finaliste au Prix AAOF de littérature jeunesse. Et jaserai de mon processus d’écriture et des difficultés particulières de la SF. Je dois beaucoup au soutien de l’AAOF et de la bibliothèque publique de Toronto. Et à mes lecteurs-trices que…

[apigeonisapigeon]

My November writing goal is to finish part 2 of Arson and Other Fires. (In other news because I just realized I forgot to say this here: I finished part 1 of AaoF. It's around 30k). Unfortunately I also... don't have that good of an idea of how long part 2 will be? So that's a fun extra challenge

[hidinggal]

even with that one would think pep would of wore the necklace to his funeral i dont think she did also im kinda pisses even if its just 15 minutes i just want more of them becfause pep was missing from cacw and aaof and thoes movies shes briefly mentioned why did cap get the happy ending, he destroyed peggys ending and that angers me

In 11 years, we didn’t get a single reciprocated “I love you” between them. They married and had their child off screen. They kissed less times than I have fingers on one hand. They had no happy ending after proving they were the one true and solid relationship among the chaos. I will be bitter about all of these things until I breathe my last.

[should-be-public-knowledge]

The plagues being released upon Earth, upon humanity, the lack of heart, the lack of compassion and empathy and understanding and warmth...the progression of the digital world and technology...the BEAST, the speaking image of the beast as the Bible calls it...it’s all foretold in the Holy Bible. It’s all foretold of the end times of the human age.

It will be again as it was in the days of Noah. When everyone is going about their own business doing their own thing, totally consumed by the love of their own lives, and then...BAM...Christ returns when humanity isn’t watching or waiting or expecting...

Like a thief in the night, many on Earth will not be prepared because they didn’t believe. And they will miss the best gift ever given to them, redemption, salvation. It was written and it’s coming to pass because it’s the truth.

The ancient and eternal truth of our Father Creator.

Only those who believe will see and know and understand. Only those who know the scripture and prophecy are aware of the signs to look for and will be joyfully awaiting to see our Christ Lord Yeshua, the one and only Son of GOD. The prince of peace. The savior of humanity.

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