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Bronze Age Pervert, commonly abbreviated as BAP, is the pseudonym of Costin Alamariu, a Romanian-American author, podcaster, and political theorist who critiques egalitarian modernity and advocates for a revival of ancient warrior ethos emphasizing physical vitality, hierarchy, and natural aristocracy.^[1]^[2] Alamariu, who earned an undergraduate degree in mathematics from MIT and a PhD in political science from Yale with a dissertation examining concepts of tyranny in Plato and ancient thought, gained prominence through self-published writings and online presence rather than traditional academic channels.^[3] His 2018 book Bronze Age Mindset argues that contemporary society stifles human potential by prioritizing conformity, intellectual abstraction, and democratic leveling over instinctual strength, aesthetic beauty, and predatory excellence drawn from pre-modern exemplars like Homeric heroes and Bronze Age chieftains.^[4] The work, eschewing formal structure for aphoristic and polemical style, has resonated in dissident intellectual circles by diagnosing modern decadence as a product of institutional domestication that weakens bodies and spirits, urging readers toward self-overcoming through discipline, sun exposure, and rejection of bureaucratic norms.^[5] Complementing this, BAP hosts the podcast Caribbean Rhythms, a weekly series from an undisclosed tropical location that dissects history, philosophy, and current events through lenses of power dynamics and cultural decline, often invoking Nietzschean themes of will-to-power and anti-egalitarian realism.^[6] BAP's influence extends to online communities focused on vitality and critique of progressive orthodoxy, where his memes, tweets, and broadcasts have amplified calls for societal renewal based on empirical observations of human variation in capability and drive, though his unfiltered rhetoric on topics like racial hierarchies and gender roles has drawn accusations of extremism from establishment outlets prone to framing such views through ideological filters.^[7]^[8] Despite limited mainstream endorsement, his ideas have permeated discussions among figures seeking alternatives to liberal consensus, underscoring a broader resurgence of interest in first-hand reasoning over institutionalized narratives.^[9]

People

Bronze Age Pervert

Bronze Age Pervert is the pseudonym of Costin Vlad Alamariu, a Romanian-American writer and internet personality born on May 21, 1980, in Bucharest, Romania.^[3] ^[10] Alamariu immigrated to the United States at age 10 in 1990 with his family, settling initially in areas that exposed him to American academic and cultural environments.^[3] He pursued higher education, earning a PhD in political science from Yale University, where his 2015 dissertation examined themes of tyranny in ancient Greek philosophy, drawing on Plato, Xenophon, and influences from Leo Strauss and Friedrich Nietzsche to argue that philosophers historically aligned with autocratic rule rather than democracy.^[11] ^[2] Alamariu's pseudonymous work gained prominence with the self-publication of Bronze Age Mindset in June 2018, a polemical manifesto critiquing modern liberal democracy, egalitarianism, and sedentary lifestyles in favor of a return to vitalist ideals inspired by Bronze Age warriors, emphasizing physical prowess, beauty, and hierarchical natural orders.^[12] ^[1] The book, written in a stylistic, aphoristic prose blending autobiography, cultural critique, and exhortations to bodybuilding and outdoor vitality, sold modestly at first but achieved cult status online, with over 10,000 copies reported by 2023 through word-of-mouth in niche communities.^[3] Complementing this, Bronze Age Pervert maintains an active presence on X (formerly Twitter) under @BronzeAgePerv, amassing over 100,000 followers by 2023, and hosts the podcast Caribbean Rhythms, featuring discussions on geopolitics, history, and anti-modernist themes with guests from dissident intellectual circles.^[13] ^[1] Philosophically, Bronze Age Pervert's output synthesizes Nietzschean critiques of slave morality and decadence with admiration for classical antiquity's emphasis on aristocratic vitality, rejecting democratic egalitarianism as a mechanism for the weak to dominate the strong and advocating instead for rule by exceptional individuals embodying physical and aesthetic excellence.^[2] ^[9] He draws on evolutionary biology and historical examples to argue that modern society's suppression of natural hierarchies leads to cultural stagnation, promoting practices like weightlifting and sun exposure as antidotes to purported emasculation induced by urban life and ideological conformity.^[14] In 2023, following public identification as Alamariu by journalists, he released Selective Breeding and the Birth of Philosophy under his real name, expanding his dissertation's thesis to claim that early philosophy emerged from elite breeding practices fostering superior intellects aligned with tyrannical governance over mass rule.^[2] ^[15] Bronze Age Pervert's influence has permeated online right-wing subcultures, including the manosphere and post-liberal thought, with endorsements from figures like podcaster Jack Murphy and indirect nods in political discourse, though mainstream outlets often frame his ideas as extremist for their rejection of progressive norms on equality and democracy.^[3] ^[1] By 2023, his X account and book had inspired memes, fitness challenges, and debates on revitalizing masculinity amid declining Western birth rates and institutional distrust, yet critics from conservative and left-leaning perspectives alike contend his pagan vitalism lacks constructive alternatives, potentially fostering nihilism over ordered liberty.^[16] ^[17] Alamariu has not publicly confirmed or denied the pseudonym in detail, maintaining ambiguity to evade institutional repercussions in academia.^[13]

Other individuals

Martin Christopher Kennedy, known professionally as Bap Kennedy (17 June 1962 – 1 November 2016), was a singer-songwriter from Belfast, Northern Ireland.^[18] ^[19] Born into a large Catholic family in the Falls Road area during the height of the Troubles, Kennedy grew up in west Belfast where music served as a central family tradition amid sectarian violence.^[20] His nickname "Bap" originated from his position as one of many siblings in the household.^[19] He was the brother of fellow musician Brian Kennedy.^[21] Kennedy's career spanned over four decades, beginning in the local punk and rock scenes before gaining wider recognition through collaborations with established artists such as Van Morrison and Steve Earle.^[22] Despite achieving acclaim for his songwriting and performances, particularly in country and folk genres, he maintained strong ties to his Belfast roots throughout his life.^[23] Diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2016, Kennedy received palliative care and died at age 54 in a Belfast hospice on 1 November.^[18] ^[22] His death prompted tributes highlighting his influence as a "musician's musician" and his enduring love for Northern Irish music culture.^[22]

Arts and Entertainment

Music

BAP is a German rock band formed in Cologne in 1976 by singer-songwriter Wolfgang Niedecken, who remains the frontman and primary lyricist.^[24] The group draws influences from blues, rock, and folk, performing lyrics predominantly in the Kölsch dialect of the Rhineland region, which has cultivated a strong regional cult following while achieving broader commercial success in German-speaking countries.^[25] Early lineups included guitarist Hans Heres and drummer Wolfgang Kramen, evolving into a full band with additions like Klaus "Major" Heuser on guitar, who contributed until 1999.^[26] Between 1982 and 1990, seven of their studio albums reached number one on the German charts, including Für unspe alt Jedd (1981) and Zwischenschatten (1984), noted for blending social commentary with energetic live performances.^[27] The band's discography spans over a dozen studio albums, with key releases like Die Himmercher un doh stehn die Sterne (1993) and Com jööm (2008), often featuring Niedecken's raw, dialect-driven vocals addressing everyday life, politics, and Cologne culture.^[28] BAP has sold millions of records, maintaining activity into the 2020s with tours and occasional releases, though core membership has shifted, including drummers like Mario Schmitz and bassists such as Bernd Odenthal.^[29] Their enduring appeal stems from Niedecken's activist persona and the band's refusal to fully anglicize, distinguishing them from international rock acts.^[30] B.A.P (Best Absolute Perfect) was a South Korean boy band formed in 2012 by TS Entertainment, positioning itself in the K-pop and hip-hop scenes with a focus on powerful vocals, rap, and choreography emphasizing strength and rebellion.^[31] The original six members included leader Bang Yong-guk (rap), Himchan (vocals), Dae-hyun (vocals), Youngjae (vocals), Jong-up (dance/vocals), and Zelo (rap/dance), debuting with the single "Warrior" from the EP Warrior on January 26, 2012.^[32] They released notable albums such as First Sensibility (2013), which topped the Gaon Album Chart, and singles like "1004 (Angel)" (2013) and "Feel So Good" (2013), blending hip-hop beats with pop hooks amid themes of perseverance.^[33] Internal challenges, including legal disputes over contract terms, led to member departures starting in 2016 with Yong-guk's hiatus for health reasons, followed by Himchan's exit in 2019 amid scandal.^[32] The group effectively disbanded by late 2019, with remaining members like Dae-hyun and Jong-up leaving TS Entertainment, though solo and subunit activities persisted for some. B.A.P's discography includes eight mini-albums and full-lengths like Noir (2016), amassing millions of streams but overshadowed by agency controversies that highlighted exploitative practices in K-pop.^[31]

Literature and Publishing

Bronze Age Mindset is a 198-page book self-published by Bronze Age Pervert via Amazon's independent platform on June 6, 2018.^[12] Written in an aphoristic and polemical style, it critiques modern egalitarian society as an "iron prison" stifling human vitality, drawing on classical antiquity to advocate physical strength, aesthetic beauty, and instinctual power over bureaucratic and intellectual constraints.^[12] The text emphasizes biological determinism, hormonal influences on behavior, and the superiority of pre-modern warrior ethos, positioning itself as an exhortation to personal transformation.^[12] Under the name Costin Alamariu, Bronze Age Pervert released Selective Breeding and the Birth of Philosophy, a 368-page independently published volume on September 15, 2023.^[34] This work expands on Alamariu's Yale doctoral dissertation, contending that Western philosophy emerged from ancient aristocratic practices of selective breeding and perceptions of natural hierarchy, rather than Socratic rationalism alone.^[35] It traces these ideas through Greek texts, arguing for an origin in eugenic regimes that prioritized heredity and physical excellence, challenging egalitarian interpretations of philosophical history.^[34] Both publications originated outside mainstream academic or commercial presses, relying on digital distribution and online communities for dissemination. Bronze Age Mindset achieved viral spread through social media endorsements, amassing thousands of reader reviews averaging 4.6 stars on Amazon as of 2023, while Selective Breeding drew academic scrutiny for its revisionist thesis on philosophy's roots in tyranny and breeding.^[12] ^[34] No formal peer-reviewed outlets have hosted these texts, reflecting their alignment with dissident rather than institutional discourse.

Food and Cuisine

Bap (Bread Roll)

A bap is a soft, round bread roll primarily associated with Scotland and Northern Ireland, characterized by its tender crumb enriched with milk and often fats such as lard or butter, distinguishing it from denser burger buns.^[36]^[37] The roll typically measures 10-15 cm in diameter, features a flour-dusted top for a slightly crusty exterior that yields to a pillowy interior, and is baked to develop a subtle dimple or flat profile suitable for sandwich fillings.^[38]^[39] In Scottish tradition, baps serve as morning rolls, often split and filled with bacon, sausage, or eggs for breakfast, with the dough sometimes incorporating potato flour for added softness and regional authenticity.^[40]^[37] The term "bap" appears in Scots dialect records as early as the 19th century describing a small, thick oven-baked roll of varying shape, though its precise etymology remains uncertain and predates modern commercialization.^[41] Northern Irish variants, particularly the Belfast bap, differ by being larger and more crusty, with a darker, charred exterior from high-heat baking, originally developed by baker Bernard Hughes in the mid-19th century to provide affordable sustenance during the Great Famine era after his relocation to Belfast around 1845.^[42]^[43] Preparation involves mixing strong white flour, yeast, milk, salt, and fat into a dough proofed for rise, shaped into rounds, proofed again, and baked at temperatures around 220-230°C (425-450°F) for 15-20 minutes to achieve the signature soft yet structured texture without excessive chewiness.^[36]^[39] This method yields 8-12 rolls per batch from roughly 500g of flour, emphasizing hydration levels of 60-70% for the dough's pliability.^[40] Baps are versatile for both sweet spreads like jam or savory items such as burgers and Ulster fry components, remaining a staple in British Isles bakeries due to their balance of simplicity and regional flavor profiles.^[44]^[38]

Other Culinary References

In Korean cuisine, bap (밥) refers to cooked rice, prepared by boiling grains such as white rice, barley, or mixed cereals, forming the essential staple of most meals.^[45]^[46] This term extends beyond mere rice to signify a complete meal in everyday language, reflecting rice's cultural centrality as a primary energy source in the Korean diet, with per capita consumption historically exceeding 100 kilograms annually in the mid-20th century before declining to around 60 kilograms by 2020 due to dietary shifts.^[47]^[48] Numerous dishes incorporate bap as the base, often customized with proteins, vegetables, and seasonings for nutritional balance and flavor variety. Bibimbap, translating to "mixed rice," layers bap with sautéed vegetables, fermented chili paste (gochujang), a fried egg, and optional beef or tofu, originating from Jeonju region's royal court cuisine documented as early as the 19th century.^[49] Gyeran bap, or "egg rice," combines hot bap with a fried egg, soy sauce, sesame oil, and scallions, providing a simple, high-protein option prepared in under 10 minutes and rooted in post-war Korean home cooking for its affordability using pantry staples.^[50]^[51] Other variants include kongnamul bap, featuring soybean sprouts blanched and seasoned with soy sauce, garlic, and sesame for a nutty, earthy profile, traditionally consumed for purported health benefits like detoxification in Korean folk medicine.^[52] Bokkeum-bap denotes generic fried rice, adaptable with leftovers such as kimchi, pork, or vegetables stir-fried in oil, mirroring global fried rice techniques but emphasizing gochujang for heat and umami.^[53] These preparations highlight bap's versatility, with rice cultivars like short-grain japonica preferred for stickiness that aids in mixing and eating with chopsticks or spoons.^[54]

Organizations and Businesses

Political and Ideological Groups

The Balochistan Awami Party (BAP) is a regional political party in Pakistan's Balochistan province, holding seats in the provincial assembly and advocating centrist policies on development, education, and resource allocation. As of 2023, it maintains multiple representatives, including figures such as Mir Zia Ullah Langov and Nawabzada Tariq Magsi.^[55] The Black Alliance for Peace (BAP) is a U.S.-based advocacy group formed to oppose imperialism, militarism, and foreign interventions, promoting anti-war solidarity networks particularly among African and Black communities. It critiques U.S. foreign policy through campaigns against sanctions and military aid, drawing support from leftist and human rights activists.^[56] The Blue Anchor Project (BAP) is a progressive super PAC launched in late 2024 to mobilize working-class voters in the U.S. Northeast, focusing on countering perceived threats to democracy, combating misinformation, and pressuring Democratic lawmakers toward left-leaning policies. It partners with groups like the National Democratic Network to reinforce electoral strongholds and has raised funds via platforms like ActBlue for direct-action initiatives.^[57]^[58] The British American Project (BAP), founded in 1985 with initial U.S. embassy funding, operates as a non-profit fellowship selecting over 1,200 leaders from Britain and the U.S. across politics, business, and media to promote transatlantic relations without an explicit partisan agenda. Critics have highlighted its role in countering perceived anti-American biases in British institutions, including efforts to influence Labour Party figures during the Cold War era.^[59]^[60]

Commercial and Professional Entities

Beta Alpha Psi (BAP) is an international honor and service organization for students and professionals in accounting, finance, and information systems, founded on February 12, 1919, at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.^[61] It operates over 300 chapters worldwide, recognizing academic excellence and providing networking, leadership development, and career opportunities in financial fields.^[61] Membership requires meeting scholastic and professional criteria, with activities including service projects and competitions that enhance participants' resumes for roles in auditing, consulting, and corporate finance.^[62] The Bankers Association of the Philippines (BAP) serves as the primary trade organization for universal and commercial banks in the country, comprising 45 member institutions as of recent records.^[63] Established as a non-profit entity, it advocates for the banking sector by formulating policies, conducting training, and collaborating with regulators on issues like capital market development and financial stability.^[64] The association engages in seminars, partnerships with international bodies, and initiatives to promote ethical banking practices amid the Philippines' evolving economic landscape.^[65] Credicorp Ltd. (NYSE: BAP) is Peru's leading financial holding company, with operations spanning banking, insurance, and wealth management, founded over 135 years ago and headquartered in Lima.^[66] It manages a diversified portfolio including subsidiaries like Banco de Crédito del Perú, serving millions of customers and emphasizing innovation in digital finance and microfinance.^[67] As of 2025, the company reports strong profitability metrics, such as a return on assets around 2.57%, and maintains a market capitalization exceeding $21 billion.^[68]^[69] The Butte, Anaconda and Pacific Railway (reporting mark BAP) is a shortline railroad operating in southwestern Montana, originally founded in 1892 to transport copper ore and related freight between Butte and Anaconda smelters.^[70] It spans approximately 63 miles of track, interchanging with BNSF and Union Pacific at key junctions, and handles commodities like scrap metal and slag under current ownership by Patriot Rail Company.^[70] Historically, by 1900, it achieved record tonnage per mile among U.S. railroads, underscoring its role in Montana's mining industry before shifts to electric transmission reduced ore hauling.^[71]

Other Organizational Uses

The Beta Alpha Psi (BAP) is an international honor and service organization founded in 1919 to recognize scholastic and professional excellence among students and professionals in accounting, finance, and information systems. With over 300 chapters at universities accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), it emphasizes leadership development, ethical awareness, and service through professional meetings, networking events, and community outreach.^[72] The British Association for Psychopharmacology (BAP), established in 1972, is a multidisciplinary scientific society promoting research, education, and best practices in psychopharmacology, including drug development for mental health disorders. It organizes annual conferences, publishes guidelines in journals like the Journal of Psychopharmacology, and influences policy through evidence-based recommendations on treatments such as antidepressants and antipsychotics. The British American Project (BAP), launched in 1985 by the Salzburg Seminar and supported by private donors, operates as a non-partisan network to strengthen transatlantic ties by selecting 120-150 fellows biennially from emerging leaders in politics, business, media, and academia for conferences and exchanges. It has facilitated over 3,000 participants, focusing on shared challenges like trade, security, and cultural exchange without formal advocacy positions.^[59] The Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP) certification, administered since 2002 by the Global Aquaculture Alliance, functions as an organizational standard-setting body for sustainable seafood production, verifying compliance in environmental impact, animal welfare, food safety, and traceability across farm and processing operations. Over 1,800 facilities in 30 countries hold BAP certification as of 2023, with audits conducted by third-party verifiers to meet criteria like effluent management and worker conditions.^[73]

Places and Geography

Locations Named BAP

Bap is a town and tehsil headquarters in Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India, situated in the arid Thar Desert region.^[74] It serves as an administrative center for surrounding villages, with a subdivision encompassing multiple panchayats.^[75] The town lies approximately 162 kilometers north of Jodhpur city, the district headquarters, and is accessible via National Highway 62.^[74] As of the 2011 Indian census, Bap had a population of 10,393 residents across 1,685 households, reflecting a predominantly rural demographic with limited urban infrastructure.^[76] The area's geography features coordinates of roughly 27.383° N latitude and 72.350° E longitude, placing it in a semi-arid zone prone to high temperatures and low rainfall.^[77] Alternate spellings include Baap or Bhap, which appear in local records and travel accounts.^[78] A smaller, less documented locality named Bap exists in Southern Province, Sierra Leone, at approximately 7.38° N latitude, but lacks detailed population or administrative data in available geographic surveys.^[79]

Science, Technology, and Environment

Biological and Ecological Terms

In plant biology, BAP commonly denotes 6-benzylaminopurine, a first-generation synthetic cytokinin that promotes cell division, shoot proliferation, and morphogenesis in tissue culture applications.^[80] This compound mimics natural cytokinins produced by plants, stimulating growth responses when combined with auxins, and is widely used to induce adventitious shoots from explants in species such as tobacco and orchids.^[81] Concentrations typically range from 1 to 10 mg/L in media formulations like Murashige and Skoog, with effects including delayed senescence and enhanced chlorophyll retention under stress conditions.^[82] In microbiology, BAP refers to biofilm-associated protein, a surface protein family in bacteria like Staphylococcus aureus that facilitates adherence and biofilm formation on host tissues or medical devices.^[83] These proteins, often encoded by large genes exceeding 8 kb, contribute to pathogenesis in infections such as mastitis by promoting extracellular matrix production and antibiotic resistance.^[83] In conservation biology and ecology, BAP stands for Biodiversity Action Plan, a strategic framework developed to identify priority species, habitats, and actions for halting biodiversity loss, as outlined in the UK's 1994 plan responding to the Convention on Biological Diversity.^[84] These plans typically include measurable targets, such as habitat restoration goals and monitoring protocols, implemented at national, local, or organizational levels to achieve no net loss or gains in ecosystem services.^[85] For instance, corporate BAPs integrate supply chain assessments to mitigate impacts on critical habitats, often requiring baseline inventories and adaptive management over 5-10 year horizons.^[86] In aquatic ecology, related applications include standards under Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP), which enforce environmental controls like effluent management and mangrove protection to minimize habitat degradation in seafood production.^[87]

Technical Systems and Standards

The Backhaul Adaptation Protocol (BAP), specified in 3GPP TS 38.340, is a sublayer protocol in 5G New Radio (NR) networks designed to support integrated access and backhaul (IAB) architectures. It enables routing, duplication avoidance, and ordering of packets across multi-hop wireless backhaul links, facilitating efficient data delivery in topologies where base stations relay traffic via intermediate nodes. First introduced in Release 16 of the 3GPP specifications in 2019, BAP operates above the NR adaptation layer and below IP, using identifiers for bearers, routing, and nodes to manage traffic flows.^[88]^[89] In Bluetooth technology, the Basic Audio Profile (BAP) forms a foundational component of the Low Energy (LE) Audio standard, introduced with Bluetooth 5.2 in 2020. BAP defines roles such as audio sources and sinks for establishing unicast or broadcast audio streams, supporting features like stream configuration, quality of service, and codec negotiation for low-latency, efficient audio transmission over Bluetooth Low Energy links. It underpins applications in wireless headphones, speakers, and hearing aids, replacing older classic Bluetooth audio profiles with improved power efficiency and multi-stream capabilities.^[90] The PPP Bandwidth Allocation Protocol (BAP), detailed in RFC 2125 published in March 1997, extends the Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP) multilink framework by enabling dynamic addition, removal, and reconfiguration of links in bandwidth bundles. It works alongside the Bandwidth Allocation Control Protocol (BACP) to monitor link utilization and trigger events like link addition when demand exceeds thresholds, optimizing resource use in scenarios such as dial-up or aggregated WAN connections. BAP uses control messages exchanged over PPP to negotiate bundle changes, ensuring seamless scalability without interrupting data flow.^[91]^[92]

Other Uses

Slang and Cultural Terms

In British English, particularly in Scotland, Northern England, and Ireland, "bap" refers to a soft, flattish bread roll, often used for sandwiches or burgers and characterized by a flour-dusted exterior.^[93]^[94]^[95] This usage dates to at least the 19th century in Scottish dialects, where it denotes a small, thick morning roll baked in diamond shapes.^[41] Regional variations persist, with a 2018 survey finding "bap" preferred by 6% of English respondents for naming bread rolls, concentrated in northern areas.^[96] The term's etymology is uncertain but linked to older Scots words for soft breads.^[97] In informal British slang, especially from the mid-20th century, "baps" (plural) has denoted a woman's breasts, drawing from the roll's soft, rounded shape.^[98] This connotation peaked in 1970s vernacular but remains niche and dated.^[98] Online, "BAP" designates Bronze Age Pervert, a pseudonymous internet personality and author of the 2018 book Bronze Age Mindset, which critiques modern society through vitalist and anti-egalitarian lenses, advocating physical vitality and classical ideals.^[3]^[14] Active on platforms like Twitter since around 2013, BAP employs stylized slang such as "ghey" for gay and "gril" for girl, influencing dissident online communities focused on masculinity and cultural critique.^[3]^[9] The persona, later linked to Costin Alamariu, gained broader attention by 2023, with citations in political discourse and influence on figures like U.S. Senator JD Vance.^[99]^[13] Mainstream coverage often frames BAP's ideas as reactionary, though primary texts emphasize Nietzschean themes of power and nature over institutional ideologies.^[8]^[100]

Miscellaneous Acronyms and Abbreviations

In historical and genealogical documentation, particularly British parliamentary and archival records, "bap." abbreviates "baptized," denoting the sacrament of baptism in entries for births, marriages, and deaths.^[101] This usage appears consistently in primary source compilations from the 17th to 19th centuries.^[101] In U.S. diplomatic and consular records, "Bap Cert" shortens "Baptismal Certificate," a standard abbreviation for vital records submitted in visa, citizenship, or passport applications since at least the mid-20th century.^[102] Less standardized miscellaneous expansions include "Beagle Active Probe," an unclassified term occasionally referenced in technical glossaries, and "Born Again Pagan," describing a syncretic spiritual path integrating evangelical Christian conversion with pagan practices.^[103] Niche engineering and recreational uses encompass "Boost-a-Pump," a supercharger enhancement device produced by Kenne Bell since the 1990s, and "Balloon Aerial Photography," a method for low-altitude imaging employed in amateur and survey applications.^[103] These variants lack broad institutional adoption and remain context-bound.^[103]

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BAP were a hip-hop and K-pop band formed in Seoul, South Korea, in 2012 by TS Entertainment with vocalists Kim Him-chan (who goes by Himchan), Jung Dae-hyun ( ...
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B.A.P (Best Absolute Perfect) Lyrics, Songs, and Albums | Genius
B.A.P (Best Absolute Perfect) · WAKE ME UP · HONEYMOON · HANDS UP · You Are A Miracle · 1004 (Angel) · That's My Jam · MOONDANCE · 주소서 (CONFESSION).<|control11|><|separator|>
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B.A.P | Spotify
B.A.P 8th Single Album [EGO]. Single • 2017 · BLUE. Single • 2017 · DAE HYUN X JONG UP PROJECT ALBUM [PARTY BABY]. Single • 2017.
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Selective Breeding and the Birth of Philosophy: Alamariu, Costin Vlad
A provocative exploration of how philosophy emerged from aristocratic perceptions of nature, heredity, and the role of selective breeding in morality. See more.
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*Selective Breeding and the Birth of Philosophy* - Marginal ...
Sep 24, 2023 · The new book by Costin Alamariu, who also has self-identified as the very famous BAP. It is a published version of his Yale doctoral dissertation on political ...
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Traditional British Baps Recipe - Serious Eats
2 hr 35 minA bap is, at its simplest, a bread roll. At its more complicated, it is a tender pillow of dough, often made with milk, lard, and butter.
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Bap | Traditional Bread Roll From Scotland | TasteAtlas
Apr 21, 2022 · Bap is a soft bread roll that's enjoyed throughout the United Kingdom, but its origins are Scottish. This bread roll is often made with a ...Missing: Ireland | Show results with:Ireland
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What Is A Bap And How Is It Different From A Burger Bun? - Mashed
Dec 17, 2020 · Baps hail from Scotland and are a staple of the region, a favored morning bun among the Scottish. The first recorded history of the use of the ...
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Soft White Baps Recipe | Bread - Moorlands Eater
Rating 5.0 (2) · 2 hr 50 minFeb 8, 2024 · Strong white bread flour. Bread flour has better gluten-forming properties than plain/all-purpose flour so will give the baps better structure.Missing: characteristics | Show results with:characteristics
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Baps Recipe (Scottish Morning Rolls) - Bigger Bolder Baking
Rating 3.9 (8) · 2 hr 40 minJan 30, 2025 · My Baps Recipe is an easy 5-ingredient way to enjoy soft, fluffy Scottish morning rolls with butter, jam, or sausage in a breakfast sandwich.Missing: characteristics | Show results with:characteristics
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SND :: bap - Dictionaries of the Scots Language
BAP, BAWP, n. [bɑp Sc. but m.Sc. + bǫp]. 1. A small thick roll of bread of varying size and shape (often diamond-shaped) baked in the oven; a morning roll.<|separator|>
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Belfast Bap: A Delicious Irish Bread Roll Recipe - Prepare and Serve
3 hr 35 minFeb 26, 2025 · Belfast Bap History ... We owe the creation of The Belfast Bap to the legendary master baker Barney Hughes. Born in Armagh, Hughes moved to ...
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Belfast Baps | Karen's Kitchen Stories
2 hr 10 minMar 8, 2022 · Belfast Baps are large white bread rolls with origins in Northern Ireland. They are fluffy on the inside and crusty on the outside.
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Bun! A Taxonomy of the British Bread Roll - Pellicle Magazine
Feb 24, 2021 · “A bap to us is slightly larger, soft and flatter, generally used for a burger and it doesn't have a crust so the flavour is different. Baps are ...
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Korean Food 101 – Rice - Chopsticks & Forks - Toronto Food Tours
Oct 30, 2024 · Once you cook it, the name changes to Bap (밥). However, Bap does not simply mean “rice”. The word itself speaks of the state of one's life ...
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Korean Food Terms To Know - The Travel Bite
Bap – Bap simply means “rice” and you're likely to find it on a variety of menu items, including our favorite below. Bibimbap – Bibimbap literally ...
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A Staple of Korean Cuisine: Exploring the Culture of Rice
Sep 13, 2023 · When inviting someone to a meal or offering to treat them, Koreans frequently use the term “bap,” which can refer to cooked rice or a meal in ...
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Korean Phrases for Eating - Essential Dining Expressions
In casual conversations, the word 밥 (bap), meaning “rice,” is commonly used to refer to a meal, as rice is a staple food in Korea. For example: 밥 먹었어요? ( ...
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Everything you need to know about bibimbap, Korea's famous rice ...
and refers to combining different ingredients with rice in a bowl. Korea's goldongban ritual was traditionally a way for ...
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Egg rice (Gyeranbap: 계란밥) recipe by Maangchi
Rating 4.9 (48) · 7 minJun 3, 2022 · It's basically a fried egg and crispy rice, with some soy sauce, sesame oil, and gim (roasted seaweed). This is my upgraded version of a dish all Koreans know ...
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10-minute Easy Gyeran Bap (Korean Egg Rice) - Christie at Home
Rating 5.0 (20) · 10 minNov 16, 2023 · Gyeran Bap (Korean Egg Rice). A tasty, quick, simple rice bowl with fried egg, soy sauce, green onions, sesame seeds, sesame oil and butter.
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Kongnamul Bap (Soybean Sprout Rice Bowl) - Korean Bapsang
Rating 4.9 (34) · 35 minMay 27, 2020 · Kongnamul bap is basically rice cooked with kongnamul (soybean sprouts). Simply cook the rice with soybean sprouts and other ingredients ...
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Kongnamul Bap (Soybean Sprout Rice) - My Korean Kitchen
Rating 5.0 (5) · 50 minMay 11, 2020 · Try this nutritious Korean soybean sprout rice (Kongnamul Bap) recipe at home. It tastes nutty, savory and nutritious.
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بلوچستان صوبائی اسمبلی - Provincial Assembly of Balochistan
Balochistan Awami Party 5 · Mir Zia Ullah Langov · Ms. Farah Azeem Shah · Nawabzada Tariq Magsi · Mr. Muhammad Sadiq Sanjrani · Prince Ahmed Omar Ahmedzai.Missing: website | Show results with:website
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The Black Alliance for Peace
A people-centered human rights project against war, repression and imperialism. Get on our newsletter list to build the anti-war movement.Join Solidarity Network · News · Most Recent Video · Events
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Blue Anchor Project
The Blue Anchor Project is a dedicated coalition of progressive everyday Americans united in safeguarding our nation from a destructive red tide of fascism ...About · Get Involved · Contact Us
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Blue Anchor Project - InfluenceWatch
The Blue Anchor Project is a Democratic Super PAC formed in late 2024 to pressure Democratic members of the U.S. Congress to adopt further-left policy ...
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BAP | British American Project | Our Fellows | A leadership
The British-American Project is a transatlantic fellowship of over 1,200 leaders, rising stars and opinion formers from a broad spectrum of occupations, ...
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The secretive US embassy-backed group cultivating the British left
Nov 24, 2022 · The British-American Project (BAP), set up in the 1980s with US embassy funding amid CIA concern about 'anti-American' drift in the Labour Party.
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Beta Alpha Psi
Founded in 1919, Beta Alpha Psi is an honors organization for financial information students and professionals. There are over 300 chapters.About · Professional Partners · BAP Competition & Award... · BAP Impact video
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Why you should join Beta Alpha Psi - Becker
Nov 18, 2022 · Beta Alpha Psi (BAP) is an organization for the highest-achieving financial information students and professionals. It's chartered at over 300 ...
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Bankers Association of the Philippines - LinkedIn
Website: https://bap.org.ph/. External link for Bankers Association of the Philippines. Industry: Banking. Company size: 11-50 employees. Type: Nonprofit ...
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Bankers Association of The Philippines - Company Profile and News
Bankers Association of the Philippines (BAP) operates as a non profit organization. The Organization frames rules and regulations in co-operation with the ...
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The Bankers Association of the Philippines (BAP) has partnered with ...
May 31, 2025 · BAPHIL has been at the forefront conducting seminars and trainings of varied disciplines for the past years. The Bankers Association of the ...
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Credicorp: Investor Overview
Company Profile. Peru's leading financial group with over 135 years of experience in this market and a strong focus on innovation and disruption.
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About Credicorp
Credicorp Ltd. (NYSE: BAP) is the largest financial holding in Peru and maintains a diversified business portfolio.
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BAP Stock Price Quote | Morningstar
; Profitability · Return on Assets (Normalized). 2.57%.
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BAP: Credicorp Ltd - Stock Price, Quote and News - CNBC
Key Stats · Market Cap21.134B · Shares Out79.37M · 10 Day Average Volume0.37M · Dividend11.01 · Dividend Yield4.14% · Beta1.08 · YTD % Change45.25. Show Ratios ...
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Butte, Anaconda & Pacific Railway (BAP) - Patriot Rail Company
Butte, Anaconda & Pacific Railway (BAP) - Southwest Montana Interchanges Butte, MT (BNSF) Silver Bow, MT (UP) Track Miles 63 miles (including 26 main line ...
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Butte, Anaconda and Pacific Railway Historic District
By 1900, the BA&P was said to carry “more tonnage to the mile the year around than any other railroad in the country.” This earned it the moniker “The Biggest ...
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BAP Certification - Best Aquaculture Practices
Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP) is a seafood-specific certification program that addresses the four key areas of responsible seafood—environmental, social, ...Missing: acronym | Show results with:acronym
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Bap Town - Jodhpur - OneFiveNine
Bap is a Town in Bap Tehsil in Jodhpur District of Rajasthan State, India. It belongs to Jodhpur Division. It is located 162 KM towards North from District ...
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Bap Village (Pincode: 342307), Bap, Phalodi | Rajasthan
Bap is a village located in the Bap Subdivision of Phalodi district,Rajasthan, India. This article provides a comprehensive overview of Bap.
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Bap Village Population - Phalodi - Jodhpur, Rajasthan
Bap is a large village located in Phalodi Tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan with total 1685 families residing. The Bap village has population of 10393 ...
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BAP Geography Population Map cities coordinates location - Tageo ...
Bap. Coordinates UTM : BL33 Geographical coordinates in decimal degrees (WGS84) Latitude : 27.383. Longitude : 72.350. Geographical coordinates in degrees ...
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The surprising Bap Village, Jodhpur District, Rajasthan || A place to ...
Baap (or Bhap or Baap) is a village in the Jodhpur District of Rajasthan. When we left for Jaisalmer on Day 2 of our trip, we planned to stop here.
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[PDF] CFNP TAP Report for 6-Benzyladenine January 2004 1 Summary of ...
6-Benzyladenine (also referred to as BAP throughout this report) is the synthetic equivalent of Cytokinin B, a growth hormone produced by a wide variety of ...<|separator|>
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The influence of 6-Benzylaminopurine (BAP) on yield responses ...
6-Benzylaminopurine (BAP) is a type of cytokinin, a broad-spectrum plant growth regulator. It stimulates plant cell growth, inhibits plant chlorophyll ...
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Bap: a family of surface proteins involved in biofilm formation
The first member of this group of proteins was identified in a Staphylococcus aureus mastitis isolate and was named Bap (biofilm-associated protein).Missing: acronym | Show results with:acronym
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UK Biodiversity Action Plan - JNCC
May 9, 2024 · The UK Biodiversity Action Plan (UK BAP) was published in 1994, and was the UK Government's response to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD).Missing: acronym | Show results with:acronym
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A guide to developing biodiversity action plans - Ipieca
Biodiversity actions plans (BAPs) are a systematic approach to biodiversity management that can help companies contribute to nature positive aims.
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Biodiversity Action Plans - UEBT
A BAP is a company's own tailored design and adoption of practices that ensure the sustainable use and conservation of biodiversity.
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How do BAP Standards Help Protect the Environment?
Apr 22, 2019 · BAP standards ensure aquaculture producers around the world are minimizing their impact on the environment in a variety of ways.Missing: acronym | Show results with:acronym
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Specification # 38.340 - 3GPP
Mar 26, 2019 · Reference: 38.340 ; Title: NR; Backhaul Adaptation Protocol (BAP) specification ; Status: Under change control ; Type: Technical specification (TS).
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[PDF] TS 138 340 - V16.1.0 - 5G; NR; Backhaul Adaptation Protocol ... - ETSI
The present document provides description of the Backhaul Adaptation Protocol (BAP). ... [1]. 3GPP TR 21.905: "Vocabulary for 3GPP Specifications". [2]. 3GPP ...
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Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) Audio - Windows drivers - Microsoft Learn
Aug 27, 2025 · This component contains the implementation of the Basic Audio Profile (BAP), Volume Control Profile, and Microphone Control Profile. It's ...
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RFC 2125 - The PPP Bandwidth Allocation Protocol (BAP) / The ...
This document proposes a method to manage the dynamic bandwidth allocation of implementations supporting the PPP multilink protocol.
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Information on RFC 2125 - » RFC Editor
This document proposes a method to manage the dynamic bandwidth allocation of implementations supporting the PPP multilink protocol.
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BAP Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster
noun ˈbap British : a small bun or roll Bap 2 of 2 abbreviation variants or Bapt Baptist Word History Etymology Noun origin unknownMissing: person disambiguation
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BAP | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary
BAP meaning: 1. a round, soft form of bread that is usually smaller than a loaf: 2. a round, soft form of bread…. Learn more.<|separator|>
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BAP definition in American English - Collins Dictionary
In some dialects of British English, a bap is a soft flat bread roll. Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers ...
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Cobs, buns, baps or barm cakes: what do people call bread rolls?
Jul 19, 2018 · Bap – name most commonly used by 6% of English people. While not the most popular term in any county, there are nonetheless notable ...
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Why the UK has so many words for bread - BBC
Jul 18, 2018 · Of 'bap', used across northern stretches of the British Isles, particularly in Northern Ireland, the Isle of Man and Scotland, Dr Blaxter admits ...<|control11|><|separator|>
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What does the British slang word 'baps' mean? - Quora
Sep 3, 2020 · It is a slang term, much used in the 1970s, to describe a woman's breasts.
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The alt-right manifesto that has Trumpworld talking - Politico.eu
Aug 23, 2019 · Since its publication in June 2018, the book has gained a following online, and its author, known to his fans as BAP for short, has come to ...
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Are the Kids Al(t)right? - Claremont Review of Books
The strongest and easiest objections to make to Bronze Age Mindset are that it is “racist,” “anti-Semitic,” “anti-democratic,” “misogynistic,” and “homophobic.” ...
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Commonly used abbreviations | History of Parliament Online
bap. baptized. bar. baron. BCL. Bachelor of Civil Law. BCnL. Bachelor of Canon ... miscellanea; miscellaneous; miscellany. Mon. Monmouthshire. Mont ...
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8 FAM 701.3 STANDARD ABBREVIATIONS - Foreign Affairs Manual
Bap Cert – Baptismal Certificate. B/C (or BC) – Birth Certificate. Cash – U.S. Currency (no abbreviation). CC – Credit Card. CIS Ver ... UNCLASSIFIED (U)
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BAP - Definition by AcronymFinder
What does BAP stand for? ; BAP, Business Application Program ; BAP, Budget Allocation Plan ; BAP, British Association of Planetariums ; BAP, Boric Acid Ponds.Missing: companies | Show results with:companies