The document discusses the need to strengthen and update the technical skills of library staff. It proposes establishing digital media labs at libraries to provide equipment and workshops to help staff develop skills in new media technologies and using these tools to create content. This would allow staff to better support patrons' technical needs and keep libraries relevant. The goals are to upgrade staff skills in new technologies, implement digital media labs, and make libraries important hubs for digital media literacy and cooperation.
From Drought to Development in the horn of Africa: An exploration into altern...essp2
The document explores alternative investment options for development in the Horn of Africa given recurring droughts. It summarizes that pastoralism remains important but is declining, and discusses expanding irrigated and non-irrigated crop farming as alternatives. Cross-cutting investments like education, infrastructure, finance, and improved drought management could benefit multiple livelihoods. High returns may come from education to improve opportunities, and strategic infrastructure like roads, while finance needs better tailoring to local contexts. Governance is also a cross-cutting issue.
This document provides information for prospective graduate students about pursuing a graduate degree in life sciences. It discusses the skills and career opportunities that come with a graduate degree, including research, teaching, industry careers, and more. It provides tips for applying to graduate school, including identifying suitable supervisors and labs, drafting a strong application, and applying for funding. Overall, it encourages students to pursue graduate education if interested in a career with continual learning where they can contribute to important scientific fields.
The document discusses the need to strengthen and update the technical skills of library staff. It proposes establishing digital media labs at libraries to provide equipment and workshops to help staff develop skills in new media technologies and using these tools to create content. This would allow staff to better support patrons' technical needs and keep libraries relevant. The goals are to upgrade staff skills in new technologies, implement digital media labs, and make libraries important hubs for digital media literacy and cooperation.
From Drought to Development in the horn of Africa: An exploration into altern...essp2
The document explores alternative investment options for development in the Horn of Africa given recurring droughts. It summarizes that pastoralism remains important but is declining, and discusses expanding irrigated and non-irrigated crop farming as alternatives. Cross-cutting investments like education, infrastructure, finance, and improved drought management could benefit multiple livelihoods. High returns may come from education to improve opportunities, and strategic infrastructure like roads, while finance needs better tailoring to local contexts. Governance is also a cross-cutting issue.
This document provides information for prospective graduate students about pursuing a graduate degree in life sciences. It discusses the skills and career opportunities that come with a graduate degree, including research, teaching, industry careers, and more. It provides tips for applying to graduate school, including identifying suitable supervisors and labs, drafting a strong application, and applying for funding. Overall, it encourages students to pursue graduate education if interested in a career with continual learning where they can contribute to important scientific fields.
Agricultural Growth and Poverty Reduction in Ethiopia: A General Equilibrium ...essp2
1) The document analyzes the impact of agricultural growth on poverty reduction in Ethiopia using a dynamic CGE model.
2) Simulations show that accelerating growth in cereals, export crops, and livestock can reduce national poverty levels from 22.7% to 13.3-17.6% by 2015, achieving Ethiopia's goal.
3) Complementary non-agricultural growth provides marginal additional poverty reduction. The overall ADLI strategy of agricultural-led development is supported.
Insurance Motives to Remin: Evidence from a Matched Sample of Ethiopian Inter...essp2
Ethiopian Development Research Institute (EDRI) and International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI), Seventh International Conference on Ethiopian Economy, June 24, 2010
Paul Cubbon prepared this presentation for a talk to BCAIM, Jan 26th, 2011.
It represents a compilation of a range of reports, some research based and some opinion/commentary.
I have tried to distill them into something helpful for businesses considering Groupon or other deep discounters, at this stage of the evolution of model.
This document summarizes a 9-week study of Twitter use in Oklahoma from March 29 to May 31, 2009. Over 1.5 million tweets from over 18,000 self-identified Oklahomans were analyzed. The study found that an estimated 31,000-47,000 Oklahomans, or about 1% of the state population, are active on Twitter. College towns like Stillwater had higher Twitter usage rates than other areas.
Life cycle assessment (LCA) of Dairy and beef cattles Mohmed Sarhan
Global Greenhouse gas Emissions in animal production: towards an
Integrated life cycle sustainability assessment from Ruminant Farming Systems
Abstract
The objectives of this review were to evaluate the environmental impacts of the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and emissions intensity (Ei) for the small ruminants, Dairy and beef cattle livestock production systems using the life-cycle assessment (LCA) method with a system boundaries from “Cradle-to- farm-gate” and to promote the other capability of this internationally accepted approach nowadays in the agriculture world to determine weaknesses and robustness and/or the performance of the livestock production system adapted in any regions or areas of examination. This aim was illustrated using results from LCAs in the literature and from a pilot study of different production systems. The emissions were estimated using a whole farm GHGs models, based on the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) methodology with a yearly time-step. By recognizing different farming systems for ruminant species (i.e. pasture, mixed, and zero grazing). with specific reference to recent published models, outline general conclusions from application of these published models, and describe some limitations and risks associated with these approaches. Certain models were adapted (i.e. an economic optimization model, an environmental assessment model) in which it considers all significant CH4, N2O, and CO2 emissions and removals on the farm and off-farm emissions of N2O derived from nitrogen applied on the farm. This review however, shows that LCAs of different case studies currently cannot be compared directly. Such a comparison requires further international standardization of the LCA method. Nonetheless a recent collective global LCA estimated the GHG intensity of ruminant supply chains to produce 5.7 gigatonnes CO2-eq per annum representing about 80% of the livestock sector emissions. Enteric Methane CH4 was the largest contributing source of GHG accounting for 47%. N2O from soil and deposited manure accounted for a further 24%, while LUC is estimated to contribute 9% of the sector’s overall GHG emissions. However, LCAs should be performed at a large number of practical farms for each production system of interest. Application of LCA on practical farms, however, requires in-depth research to understand underlying processes, and to predict, or measure, variation in emissions realized in practice.
"Acesso a Mercados: Marketing Digital - Gerando Negócios através das Redes Sociais e Mídias Eletrônicas"
- Pedro Waengertner, Professor da Escola Superior de Propaganda e Marketing – ESPM
___________________
V Congresso da Micro e Pequena Indústria
Realização: Departamento da Micro, Pequena e Média Indústria.(Dempi/Fiesp)
14 de outubro de 2010.
Hotel Renaissance
São Paulo - SP
http://www.fiesp.com.br/congressompis
http://twitter.com/dempifiesp
The document discusses how libraries can follow people in a mobile era by utilizing mobile technologies. It notes that 1/3 of cell phone users now use the internet on their phones and that social network membership has doubled in recent years. The document advocates that libraries provide access to ebooks, audiobooks, newspapers and other digital materials via mobile apps and social networks to reach patrons on the go. It also suggests libraries help patrons learn job skills and pursue personal development through educational mobile content.
People are in motion and the library follows themAnn Östman
1) The document discusses how libraries need to adapt to patrons increasingly using mobile devices like smartphones to access information.
2) It provides examples of mobile library applications and services, including apps that allow users to search library catalogs, check availability, and request books on their phones.
3) Reports show growing numbers of people using smartphones and social media, so libraries should explore ways to engage patrons and provide services through these mobile platforms.
Agricultural Growth and Poverty Reduction in Ethiopia: A General Equilibrium ...essp2
1) The document analyzes the impact of agricultural growth on poverty reduction in Ethiopia using a dynamic CGE model.
2) Simulations show that accelerating growth in cereals, export crops, and livestock can reduce national poverty levels from 22.7% to 13.3-17.6% by 2015, achieving Ethiopia's goal.
3) Complementary non-agricultural growth provides marginal additional poverty reduction. The overall ADLI strategy of agricultural-led development is supported.
Insurance Motives to Remin: Evidence from a Matched Sample of Ethiopian Inter...essp2
Ethiopian Development Research Institute (EDRI) and International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI), Seventh International Conference on Ethiopian Economy, June 24, 2010
Paul Cubbon prepared this presentation for a talk to BCAIM, Jan 26th, 2011.
It represents a compilation of a range of reports, some research based and some opinion/commentary.
I have tried to distill them into something helpful for businesses considering Groupon or other deep discounters, at this stage of the evolution of model.
This document summarizes a 9-week study of Twitter use in Oklahoma from March 29 to May 31, 2009. Over 1.5 million tweets from over 18,000 self-identified Oklahomans were analyzed. The study found that an estimated 31,000-47,000 Oklahomans, or about 1% of the state population, are active on Twitter. College towns like Stillwater had higher Twitter usage rates than other areas.
Life cycle assessment (LCA) of Dairy and beef cattles Mohmed Sarhan
Global Greenhouse gas Emissions in animal production: towards an
Integrated life cycle sustainability assessment from Ruminant Farming Systems
Abstract
The objectives of this review were to evaluate the environmental impacts of the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and emissions intensity (Ei) for the small ruminants, Dairy and beef cattle livestock production systems using the life-cycle assessment (LCA) method with a system boundaries from “Cradle-to- farm-gate” and to promote the other capability of this internationally accepted approach nowadays in the agriculture world to determine weaknesses and robustness and/or the performance of the livestock production system adapted in any regions or areas of examination. This aim was illustrated using results from LCAs in the literature and from a pilot study of different production systems. The emissions were estimated using a whole farm GHGs models, based on the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) methodology with a yearly time-step. By recognizing different farming systems for ruminant species (i.e. pasture, mixed, and zero grazing). with specific reference to recent published models, outline general conclusions from application of these published models, and describe some limitations and risks associated with these approaches. Certain models were adapted (i.e. an economic optimization model, an environmental assessment model) in which it considers all significant CH4, N2O, and CO2 emissions and removals on the farm and off-farm emissions of N2O derived from nitrogen applied on the farm. This review however, shows that LCAs of different case studies currently cannot be compared directly. Such a comparison requires further international standardization of the LCA method. Nonetheless a recent collective global LCA estimated the GHG intensity of ruminant supply chains to produce 5.7 gigatonnes CO2-eq per annum representing about 80% of the livestock sector emissions. Enteric Methane CH4 was the largest contributing source of GHG accounting for 47%. N2O from soil and deposited manure accounted for a further 24%, while LUC is estimated to contribute 9% of the sector’s overall GHG emissions. However, LCAs should be performed at a large number of practical farms for each production system of interest. Application of LCA on practical farms, however, requires in-depth research to understand underlying processes, and to predict, or measure, variation in emissions realized in practice.
"Acesso a Mercados: Marketing Digital - Gerando Negócios através das Redes Sociais e Mídias Eletrônicas"
- Pedro Waengertner, Professor da Escola Superior de Propaganda e Marketing – ESPM
___________________
V Congresso da Micro e Pequena Indústria
Realização: Departamento da Micro, Pequena e Média Indústria.(Dempi/Fiesp)
14 de outubro de 2010.
Hotel Renaissance
São Paulo - SP
http://www.fiesp.com.br/congressompis
http://twitter.com/dempifiesp
The document discusses how libraries can follow people in a mobile era by utilizing mobile technologies. It notes that 1/3 of cell phone users now use the internet on their phones and that social network membership has doubled in recent years. The document advocates that libraries provide access to ebooks, audiobooks, newspapers and other digital materials via mobile apps and social networks to reach patrons on the go. It also suggests libraries help patrons learn job skills and pursue personal development through educational mobile content.
People are in motion and the library follows themAnn Östman
1) The document discusses how libraries need to adapt to patrons increasingly using mobile devices like smartphones to access information.
2) It provides examples of mobile library applications and services, including apps that allow users to search library catalogs, check availability, and request books on their phones.
3) Reports show growing numbers of people using smartphones and social media, so libraries should explore ways to engage patrons and provide services through these mobile platforms.
1. From mediation to creation
Ann Östman, Library Consultant, County Library Gävleborg
ann.ostman@lg.se
Camilla Källgren, IT Consultant, County Library Värmland
camilla.kallgren@regionvarmland.se
KUB är ett kompetensutvecklingsprojekt för bibliotekspersonal i Värmlands-, Dalarnas-, Gävleborgs- och Uppsala län
2. Background
KUB är ett kompetensutvecklingsprojekt för bibliotekspersonal i Värmlands-, Dalarnas-, Gävleborgs- och Uppsala län
3. Four counties
KUB är ett kompetensutvecklingsprojekt för bibliotekspersonal i Värmlands-, Dalarnas-, Gävleborgs- och Uppsala län
4. SWOT - slightly modified
KUB är ett kompetensutvecklingsprojekt för bibliotekspersonal i Värmlands-, Dalarnas-, Gävleborgs- och Uppsala län
5. Present skills
KUB är ett kompetensutvecklingsprojekt för bibliotekspersonal i Värmlands-, Dalarnas-, Gävleborgs- och Uppsala län
6. Future Skills
KUB är ett kompetensutvecklingsprojekt för bibliotekspersonal i Värmlands-, Dalarnas-, Gävleborgs- och Uppsala län
7. This Is what we do
KUB är ett kompetensutvecklingsprojekt för bibliotekspersonal i Värmlands-, Dalarnas-, Gävleborgs- och Uppsala län
8. Films
KUB är ett kompetensutvecklingsprojekt för bibliotekspersonal i Värmlands-, Dalarnas-, Gävleborgs- och Uppsala län
9. Future
• Broadened competence
• Digital labs
• Increased user influence and co-creativity
• Method and routines for continuous learning
KUB är ett kompetensutvecklingsprojekt för bibliotekspersonal i Värmlands-, Dalarnas-, Gävleborgs- och Uppsala län
10. "The future has been waiting long
enough. If we do not take care of
it, others will do"
Adlai Stevenson
KUB är ett kompetensutvecklingsprojekt för bibliotekspersonal i Värmlands-, Dalarnas-, Gävleborgs- och Uppsala län