One of the largest astronomy meetings of the year will open to the public for the first time in its history. Continue reading
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Freedom from Religion Foundation threatens suit against Union Co.
by WCNC.com Staff WCNC.com Posted on May 6, 2013 at 12:47 PM Updated yesterday at 12:50 PM UNIONCOUNTY, N.C. — Union County leaders could soon be facing a lawsuit over how they start County Commission meetings. A group called The Freedom from Religion Foundation is warning the county to drop the opening prayer or face a lawsuit. Continue reading
New Drama Club forms at Freedom Plaza
Freedom Plaza abounds in clubs both the kind that go into golf bags and the social membership type. Residents, of course, bring their own golf clubs when they move in, and they also bring along their own leisure-time pursuits. Eventually they meet other residents with that common interest and a mutual desire to share it, voila a Freedom Plaza club is born Continue reading
Futurists Dr. James Canton and Gerd Leonhard Conversations: what Futurists actually do – Video
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Futurists Dr. James Canton and Gerd Leonhard discuss the key topics in the next 5 years – Video
Futurists Dr. James Canton and Gerd Leonhard discuss the key topics in the next 5 years Part 2 of a conversation between Futurists Dr. James Canton globalfuturist.com and Gerd Leonhard about.me This video is part of the new MeetingsOfTheMind.tv series (launching soon); the topics discussed include technology innovation, transhumanism, inequality and financial policy, demographics and aging, the environment and sustainability, the future of business and communications, medical trends and much more Continue reading
Futurists Dr. James Canton and Gerd Leonhard discuss Sustainability, Disruption and Technology – Video
Futurists Dr. James Canton and Gerd Leonhard discuss Sustainability, Disruption and Technology Part 3 of a conversation between Futurists Dr. James Canton globalfuturist.com and Gerd Leonhard about.me and Futurists Dr. Continue reading
The ‘Star of Bethleham’ – Video
The'Star of Bethleham' Like minded people interested in a particular subject rarely get the chance to meet up and discuss their interests in a convivial atmosphere. Here at The Local Group we gather once a month at the Cooden Beach Hotel , Bexhill where over an evening meal we discuss all aspects of the science behind astronomy Continue reading
Evolutionary Biology Concept – Video
Evolutionary Biology Concept Buy from Amazon CA Site www.amazon.ca Product Description Evolutionary Biology Concept Since 1997, scientists of different disciplines sharing a deep interest in concepts and knowledge related to evolutionary biology have held the annual Evolutionary Biology Meetings in Marseille in order to discuss their research and promote collaboration. Lately scientists especially focusing on applications have also joined the group.This book starts with the report of the “12th Evolutionary Biology Meeting”, which gives a general idea of the meeting's epistemological stance. This is followed by 22 chapters, a selection of the most representative contributions, which are grouped under the following four themes: Part I Concepts and Knowledge – Part II Modelization – Part III Applied Evolutionary Biology – Part IV Applications in Other Fields -Part IV transcends the field of biology, presenting applications of evolutionary biology in economics and astronomy. Continue reading
Ajit Balakrishnan: Good things from bad motives?
Ajit Balakrishnan: Good things from bad motives? Today we use statistical methods for purposes as computing GDP & planning healthcare & education, but statistical methods originated with much darker motives Ajit Balakrishnan / Nov 15, 2012, 00:31 IST If you ever require evidence that a group of talented scientists can pursue completely misguided and inhumane goals for years but, in the process, invent tools and techniques of fundamental benefit to humanity, one need only turn to the science of statistics. Today we use statistical methods for purposes as diverse as computing gross domestic product and planning healthcare and education but statistical methods originated with much darker motives. Continue reading
Good things from bad motives?
Today we use statistical methods for purposes as computing GDP & planning healthcare & education, but statistical methods originated with much darker motives, says Ajit Balakrishnan If you ever require evidence that a group of talented scientists can pursue completely misguided and inhumane goals for years but, in the process, invent tools and techniques of fundamental benefit to humanity, one need only turn to the science of statistics. Today we use statistical methods for purposes as diverse as computing gross domestic product and planning healthcare and education – but statistical methods originated with much darker motives Continue reading
Working With the Family of Family Medicine
Working With the Family of Family Medicine Did you know that twice a year the AAFP meets with six other family medicine organizations to discuss issues of importance to our specialty as well as the role that each organization can play in relation to those issues? Don’t let the name fool you Continue reading
Religious leader visits Columbia
Myriad colors and cultures mixed Sunday in Columbia when more than 100 devotees of the ultimate humanitarian gathered to celebrate a gift of spiritual enlightenment and their leaders birthday. Continue reading
International Graduate School in Molecular Medicine: Success in German Excellence Initiative
15.06.2012 – (idw) Universitt Ulm The International Graduate School in Molecular Medicine Ulm is overwhelmed with joy and relief: The extremely successful institution will continue to receive funding from the Excellence Initiative of the German federal and state governments in the coming five years. Today, the German Research Foundation (DFG) has announced in Bonn that the Graduate School will be supported with 1.8 million Euros annually. Continue reading
ALTOUR 'Hires' Meetings Industry Veteran
NEW YORK, NY–(Marketwire -06/04/12)- Alexandre Chemla announces Paul Salvatore as Vice President of Sales, for their Meetings Management Division, effective June 4, 2012. Salvatore’s 37 years as a veteran of the travel industry, will bring a heightened level of knowledge to our current team. Salvatore served as CEO of Robustelli World Travel and Corporate Services until being acquired by HRG in Feb Continue reading
Genetics Society of America Announces Travel Award Winners
Newswise BETHESDA, MD May 30, 2012 The Genetics Society of America (GSA) is pleased to announce the selection of six graduate students and seven postdoctoral researchers as recipients of the DeLill Nasser Awards for Professional Development in Genetics. Each of these early-career geneticists receives a $1,000 travel award to attend a national or international meeting or to enroll in a laboratory course of their choice that will enhance their career. Continue reading
AIBN builds bridges with US nanotechnology researchers
Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology Professor Justin Cooper-White has spent a week sharing ideas with US defence force researchers in Washington DC. Prof Cooper-White represented the Australian National Fabrication Facility Queensland node (ANFF-Q) as director and was among more than 30 leading Australian researchers at the week-long review program. Continue reading
Wyndham wins prestigious award
The Wyndham Grand Regency Doha was a winner once again at the World Travel Awards after it was crowned Qatars Leading Meetings and Conference Hotel, reflecting the extensive meetings and events facilities offered at the property. The Doha property is the brands flagship hotel in the Middle East, a spokesperson explained, adding: The World Travel Awards are acknowledged across the globe as the ultimate travel accolade and celebrate those brands that are pushing the boundaries of industry excellence. Continue reading
County committee to look at area health care
County officials on Tuesday ratified the formation of an ad hoc committee that is charged with providing a status report to the Board of Commissioners concerning health care access within the county and the feasibility of re-establishing urgent/emergency room care. The Cheboygan County Health Access Advisory Committee was the suggestion of Board of Commissioners Chair Linda Socha, who also proposed the appointment of seven members to the committee. Those members include Cheboygan County Administrator Jeff Lawson, who will serve as chair, as well as Cheboygan County Commissioner and registered nurse, Sue Allor; District Health Department No. Continue reading