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What is the impact factor of PLOS ONE?

The journal impact factor is a measure of a journal's scientific influence. A journal's impact factor for a given year is calculated by dividing the number of citations received during the two previous years by the total number of works published during that time period. Since PLOS ONE publishes tens of thousands of articles each year, this way of measuring the journal's scientific influence negatively affects its impact.\nThe impact factor of a journal is very important for researchers, as many universities and research institutions assess the work of researchers based on the i..

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What are some movies starring Harrison Ford?

"Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull" was the fourth movie in the Indiana Jones series. The movie was directed by George Lucas and has grossed over $780 million worldwide. "Star Wars: Return of the Jedi"" was the sixth movie in the Star Wars Film Series. Ford has acted as Han Solo in the movie series since the first movie release in 1977.\nIn the movie "Air Force One," Harrison Ford plays the role of the President of the United States who thwarts the efforts of Russian plane hijackers. The movie earned over $300 million worldwide. "Witness" is a 1985 crime movie in which Ford ac..

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What are some good books about parakeet breeding for beginners?

"The Complete Book of Parakeet Care" was written by Annette Wolter and Monika Wegler. Of its 11 chapters, three of them deal specifically with breeding. With in-depth text and 160 color photos, this book covers a wide range of topics concerning caring for parakeets. It was published in 1993 by Barron's Educational Series.\n"A Guide to Asiatic Parrots: Their Mutations, Care & Breeding (Revised Edition)" was written by Syd Smith and Jack Smith. This 88-page paperback is separated into chapters based on each of the Asiatic parakeet species it covers. Within each chapter, breeding information..

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How did the Mona Lisa become famous?

Three Italian handymen hid in a storeroom of the Louvre overnight on August 21st, 1911. The next morning they ripped the Mona Lisa off the wall and out of it’s frame, rolled it up and stole it. The mastermind behind the caper, Vincenzo Perugia, hoped to quietly barter or sell the painting on the black market. Unfortunately for him, the Louvre announced the theft and the media went into a frenzy. The heist occupied newspaper headlines around the globe and wanted posters all around Paris. The painting Perugia had stolen to unload for a bit of cash quickly became the most famous painting in the..

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Where can you read the schedule for the Potsdam Roxy Theater?

Fandango lists each movie playing at the theater that day and its show times, along with other information including its rating, length, genre and a link to the movie's trailer.\nMoviefone lists each movie, show time and the year the movie was released. It also offers links to text show times to viewers phones and to the movie's trailer.\nJS Cinema's website offers a movie list with show times and ratings, along with pricing information. It also provides information about special events that occur at the theater, including screenings of classic and independent films and live sho..

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Who was the first Indian-born author to win a Nobel Prize?

The idealistic and spiritual themes of "Song Offerings" are sometimes referred to as "The English 'Gitanjali'" and were internationally well-received. Tagore is largely credited with introducing Indian culture to the West. In addition to poetry, Tagore wrote short stories, plays, travelogues and thousands of songs, and he took up painting toward the end of his career as well. He was known for his ardent humanistic beliefs and opposition to British imperialism. Tagore’s Nobel Prize and some of his personal effects were stolen from Visva-Bharati University in March 2004.

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What stores sell concrete steps?

Precast retail concrete steps are often sufficient for generic, around-the-house projects. However, larger or more specialized plans may require purchasing from a concrete specialist. Century Group and Shea Concrete Products are two examples of concrete producers with branches in multiple states providing concrete steps to-order for large and complex projects, either private or industrial. Some overlap exists, for instance Lowe's carries products manufactured by Century Group, and can provide information about concrete options that are available for special order but not available for-sal..

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How much do Southern Living house plans cost?

Southern Living offers house plans for a variety of budgets. Its website is searchable by designer, square footage, dimensions, number of bedrooms, and more. The Tideland Haven is one of the most popular designs and features two bedrooms, two full baths and one half-bath on a single story. Its plans start at $1,980. Customers can also order plans by phone or via email.

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Where can you purchase a Downton Abbey mug?

As of August 2015, there are six official mugs for sale at PBS.org. Each mug features a different quote from Lady Violet, the countess dowager of Grantham. Each mug holds 16 ounces and is microwave and dishwasher safe. The mugs sell for less than $20 plus shipping.\nSeveral sellers on Amazon.com also sell 11-ounce Downton Abbey mugs for around $10 plus shipping. Handmade mugs with various designs are sold by artists on Etsy. These mugs range in price from $12.99 to $22.00 plus shipping.

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How do you buy Live Nation tickets on pre-sale?

Only Live Nation account holders can buy pre-sale tickets directly from them. To get an account, click on the "My Tickets" link on the main page, then follow the prompts. Account holders are notified when pre-sale tickets are available from sources. This feature can be activated from the edit email and mobile preferences section of the account.

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