President's Page

2020 ◽  
Vol 39 (3) ◽  
pp. 158-160
Author(s):  
David Lumley
Keyword(s):  
Research And Development ◽  
Natural Resources ◽  
Career Paths ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Educational Programs ◽  
Professional Organizations ◽  
Human Society ◽  
Geophysical Research ◽  
Employment Opportunities

These days, I am thinking a lot about geophysics and sustainability — sustainability of our applied geophysics discipline and our collective expertise; sustainability of our geophysics educational programs in universities and professional organizations; sustainability of our investments in geophysical research and development of amazing new technologies; sustainability of exciting and rewarding career paths and employment opportunities in geophysics; sustainability of our global human society and the role of geophysics in providing natural resources while protecting the environment; and sustainability of our professional society, SEG, in terms of its mission, membership, programs, benefits, and services.

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY PROTECTION, ENTREPRENEURSHIP, AND ECONOMIC GROWTH

1996 ◽  
Vol 04 (03) ◽  
pp. 267-285
Author(s):  
FRANCIS W. RUSHING ◽  
MARK A. THOMPSON
Keyword(s):  
Economic Growth ◽  
Intellectual Property ◽  
Research And Development ◽  
Technological Change ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Intellectual Property Protection ◽  
Economic Literature ◽  
The Third ◽  
The Impact

This paper brings together the importance of intellectual property protection (IPP) and entrepreneurship in economic growth. The paper surveys the economic literature on what factors are important to growth. The focus is on recent models of endogenous growth which reflect on the role of investment, technological change and education. Secondly, publications, which measure the impact of IPP on some of the growth elements identified are reviewed. The third section deals with IPP and the entrepreneur as an important agent and facilitator of growth. It discusses the nature of IPP as an incentive in not only stimulating the development of new technologies and processes but also the dissemination of existing technologies. Using the surveys as background, short case studies for India and Brazil are presented on IPP as a stimulus and application of research and development. The last section summarizes the previous sections and draws some conclusions with respect to policy.

Technological Approach of Bioremediation Using Microbial Tools

2017 ◽  
pp. 134-154 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mostafa M. El-Sheekh ◽  
Yehia A-G. Mahmoud
Keyword(s):  
Natural Resources ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Environmental Pollutants ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Time Frame ◽  
Genetically Engineered ◽  
Limited Time ◽  
Chlorinated Pesticides ◽  
Great Stress

Bioremediation is applied to eliminate various contaminants, such as organic, inorganic or other pollutants from the environment. Environment worldwide is under great stress due to industrialization and human interfering on the limited natural resources. The release of chemicals pollution needs several techniques to treat some of these chemicals, but due to their cost, new technologies should be developing in order to create cost-effective and eco-friendly bioremediation technologies for environmental conversions. Bioremediation is an increasingly popular using microbial and algae strains for degrading waste contaminants. It is using of microorganisms and its enzymes to protect the environment from severe pollution. Bioremediation may be employed in order to eliminate specific contaminants, such as chlorinated pesticides or other pollutants from the environment. Microorganisms degrade the different pollutants in a natural environment but some modifications can be done to enhance its degradation efficiency at a faster rate in a limited time frame by using the genetically engineered microorganisms and microalgae. In this chapter, the role of the bacteria, fungi and algae in bioremediation of different environmental pollutants was highlighted.

scholarly journals PRACTICE-ORIENTED APPROACH TO THE FORMATION OF EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS AT THE TRANSITION TO THE SYSTEM OF ADVANCED TRAINING

2020 ◽  
pp. 19-25
Author(s):  
O. E. Astafyeva
Keyword(s):  
Best Practices ◽  
Professional Growth ◽  
Educational Program ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Educational Programs ◽  
Advanced Training ◽  
Personnel Training ◽  
Training Modules ◽  
Rational Mechanism

The possibility of applying a new form of personnel training on the principle of an open system that includes training modules that are embedded in the educational program based on «best practices» has been analysed. When implementing the educational program, the circle of participants has been expanded. The participants are partner universities and enterprises that provide access to new technologies and material and technical base. The proposed practice-oriented model of education allows us to form a rational mechanism for co-financing educational programs by all its participants. An approach to personnel training with a reserve of high professional growth based on a practice-oriented educational environment has been proposed. The conducted analysis of normative legal acts has made it possible to determine the most effective forms of interaction between participants in the educational platform and new principles for organizing advanced training. The role of innovative scientific and technological centers in the formation of a new model of personnel training has been determined.

scholarly journals Innovations in Economic Development in the Modern Conditions of Globalization: Experience of Kazakhstan and Foreign Countries

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 3985-3993
Author(s):  
Dugalova Gulnar ◽  
Tuzubekova Madina ◽  
Belgibaeva Kuralay ◽  
Sarybayeva Inara ◽  
Yesturliyeva Aigul ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
New Technologies ◽  
New Products ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Educational Programs ◽  
Widespread Distribution ◽  
Current State ◽  
Foreign Countries ◽  
Key Driver ◽  
The Impact

In this article, the authors conducted a study and analysis of the impact of innovations on the economies of countries, the current state and development of innovative activities, the introduction of new technologies, characterized by an increase in the role of their results in the life of mankind. The mechanisms of support from the state and business of research work, the creation of special educational programs for young scientists and innovators, and spaces where they could develop innovative technologies are considered. At a certain stage of innovation, the role of innovation, the introduction and widespread distribution of new products, is a key driver of growth.

MANAGED FORMATION PROCESS OF R&D NETWORKS

2006 ◽  
Vol 10 (03) ◽  
pp. 271-298 ◽  
Author(s):  
MARKO T. HEIKKINEN ◽  
JAANA TÄHTINEN
Keyword(s):  
Research And Development ◽  
Formation Process ◽  
Process Model ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Initial Conditions ◽  
Competitive Environment ◽  
Service Development ◽  
New Service Development

Because of fundamental changes in the competitive environment, the amount of resources and knowledge needed in research and development (R&D) activities has become overwhelming for a single organisation. Moreover, new technologies create lucrative new possibilities for new service development, which are out of reach for a single organisation. Thus, there is a strong need to perform R&D activities in networks. This study increases the understanding of R&D networks by presenting an empirically grounded process model of the formation of such networks. The model has three main elements: the initial conditions, the role of network webber and the sub-processes through which the formation progresses. The process model highlights the importance of the network webber both in triggering the formation process and in managing the process. Moreover, the model suggests a view of the process that is overlapping and iterative, i.e., the sub-processes of enabling the network, acquiring actors, assuring continuity, formal structuring, learning and developing commitment do not follow each other in a certain order.

scholarly journals The theatre, (art) and science: between amazement and applause!

2009 ◽  
Vol 08 (02) ◽  
pp. C07 ◽  
Author(s):  
Salvatore Fruguglietti
Keyword(s):  
San Francisco ◽  
Science Communication ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Systemic Approach ◽  
Human Society ◽  
Even Start ◽  
Science Center ◽  
Hands On

There have been countless innovations in the realm of science museology after the foundation of the Exploratorium of San Francisco and of the Ontario Science Center of Toronto with, among other things, the introduction of the exhibits hands-on, the use of new technologies and the arrival of virtuality.But most of all a new dialogue was launched, also as a form of transformation of reality. And what is drama but fiction and transformation of reality?This statement is the basis for the belief that museums and the theatre should continue, if not even start, a path to move closer, so as to make their languages work at the service of each other.A dialogical interaction which is difficult (as both languages and their interpreters crave for superiority), strong (the place for communication becomes multi-channel), but necessary (in view of a systemic approach of science communication).It is necessary especially to build an all-encompassing museum to fully play a sociological role of study, interpretation and determination of human society.

scholarly journals Catalytic Conversion of Carbon Dioxide to Methanol: Current Status and Future Perspective

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xinbao Zhang ◽  
Guanghui Zhang ◽  
Chunshan Song ◽  
Xinwen Guo
Keyword(s):  
Carbon Dioxide ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Energy System ◽  
Current Status ◽  
Future Perspective ◽  
Human Society ◽  
Existing Problems ◽  
Future Direction

With the increasing environmental problems caused by carbon dioxide (CO2) emission and the ultimate carbon resources needed for the development of human society, CO2 hydrogenation to methanol with H2 produced with renewable energy represents a promising path forward. Comprehensive analysis shows that the production of methanol by thermal catalytic CO2 hydrogenation is the most promising technology for large-scale industrialization. This review highlights current developments and future perspectives in the production of methanol from CO2, as well as the main existing problems based on a thorough techno-economic analysis. Moreover, the utilization status and future role of methanol as a platform molecule in the energy system is analyzed. Finally, in this review attention is paid to the development of new catalysts, new routes and new technologies for CO2 conversion aiming to clarify the future direction.

New Views Combined With New Technologies in the Tourism Sector

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 60-67
Author(s):  
Louis Delcart
Keyword(s):  
Economic Development ◽  
Local Government ◽  
Natural Resources ◽  
Regional Development ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Added Value ◽  
Historical Background ◽  
Employment Opportunities ◽  
Tourism Sector ◽  
The City

In today's economies, tourism is often used as a means to provide areas with few structural employment opportunities with the tools for economic development. This is especially when the areas in question are attractive because of their natural resources or because of their cultural and/or historical background. To get the best results from the tourism efforts in a city or region, all parties involved must work together, managed by the local government. The task is to make choices in which tourist category the city or region wishes to differentiate itself from the others. If a regional or local government coordinates initiatives with determination and competence, a complete region can enjoy a much higher added value, which by far exceeds the tourist aspect. The regional governments should keep the larger picture of regional development in perspective.

scholarly journals IYL 2015 in Poland

2014 ◽  
Vol 60 (4) ◽  
pp. 341-346 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ryszard S. Romaniuk
Keyword(s):  
Social Acceptance ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Human Life ◽  
Professional Organizations ◽  
Non Profit ◽  
Energy Education ◽  
Opposite Case ◽  
The Social ◽  
Technological Clusters

Abstract Light plays a key role in human’s life. Without light there will be no human life environment. Technologies based on light, called photonics, decide of the development of our civilization. The role of photonics is constantly increasing, especially in such fields as energy, education, agriculture and health. The UN has established the International Year of Light and Light - based Technologies – IYL2015 [1]. The organizers of IYL2015 events are professional organizations, communities, educational organizations, non-profit ones, technological clusters and platforms, but also private sector. The aim is to increase the social consciousness about the role of light and photonics in building of our civilization. This sort of recognition is necessary as a needed component of the development process of the society. Introduction of new technologies, like completely new kind of lighting, new diagnostic and therapeutic methods, new sources of energy, etc., must meet with social acceptance. In the opposite case, isolated development of infrastructure, will meet with obstacles. In Poland, the professional events, technical, trade fairs and outreach ones, are organized in the framework of the IYL2015 by Photonics Society of Poland, Polish Physical Society, Polish Platform of Photonics Technologies, etc. The paper summarizes the issues combined with the organization of the IYL2015 globally and in Poland. Extended version of this paper was published in Polish [2]. The paper is a part of a cycle of articles devoted to analysis of global processes of photonics development. Previous papers concerned initiatives Photonics21 in Europe [3-4], NPI – National Photonics Initiative in USA [5], and development of optical sciences in Poland [6-15].

Meiotic CENP-C is a shepherd: bridging the space between the centromere and the kinetochore in time and space

2020 ◽  
Vol 64 (2) ◽  
pp. 251-261
Author(s):  
Jessica E. Fellmeth ◽  
Kim S. McKim
Keyword(s):  
Chromosome Segregation ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Early Prophase ◽  
Unique Role ◽  
Kinetochore Assembly ◽  
M Phase ◽  
In Vivo Analysis ◽  
Meiosis I

Abstract While many of the proteins involved in the mitotic centromere and kinetochore are conserved in meiosis, they often gain a novel function due to the unique needs of homolog segregation during meiosis I (MI). CENP-C is a critical component of the centromere for kinetochore assembly in mitosis. Recent work, however, has highlighted the unique features of meiotic CENP-C. Centromere establishment and stability require CENP-C loading at the centromere for CENP-A function. Pre-meiotic loading of proteins necessary for homolog recombination as well as cohesion also rely on CENP-C, as do the main scaffolding components of the kinetochore. Much of this work relies on new technologies that enable in vivo analysis of meiosis like never before. Here, we strive to highlight the unique role of this highly conserved centromere protein that loads on to centromeres prior to M-phase onset, but continues to perform critical functions through chromosome segregation. CENP-C is not merely a structural link between the centromere and the kinetochore, but also a functional one joining the processes of early prophase homolog synapsis to late metaphase kinetochore assembly and signaling.

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