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Life on other planets?
"The origins of life in our galaxy and the search for alien life outside our solar system will be at the forefront of discussions by experts in Edinburgh.
The scientists are gathering at Edinburgh's Royal Observatory for this year's annual workshop, which runs from Wednesday until Friday.
Members of the public will also hear about some of the research in this year's public talk, 'Are We Alone?'.
There are now more than 300 planets known beyond our own Solar System.
Known as exo-planets, they are likely to be discovered with the completion of instruments such as Scuba 2, a camera to detect dust from the earliest phases of the formation of galaxies and, in the near future, the James Webb Space Telescope, an orbiting telescope to catch the first light of the universe.
'Fundamental questions'
The aim of the workshop is to gather researchers from areas including astrophysics, geophysics and biology to discuss astronomical instruments, both present and future, and laboratory based experiments studying extreme environments.
The workshop has five sessions, over three days, with key speakers in astrobiology, atmospheric physics and astrophysics, from universities across the country and several international institutions.
Professor Ian Robson, director of the STFC UK Astronomy and Technology Centre (UKATC), the national centre for astronomical technology, housed at the Royal Observatory, said: "The UK ATC is a world-leader in designing, building and delivery facility-class instruments to the world's greatest observatories, seeking answers to the most fundamental of questions regarding our universe.
"The search for life is truly one of these and so the UK ATC is very enthusiastic in taking a leading role in developing such capability."
This year's public lecture, 'Are We Alone?' will be given by Professor Monica Grady, professor of planetary and space science at the Open University. " "The origins of life in our galaxy and the search for alien life outside our solar system will be at the forefront of discussions... more -
Allhiphop.com Social Lounge
The social lounge is an event that gives Hip-Hop artists and black intellectuals a forum to discuss the issues facing the African American community. This forum featuring Michaela Angela Davis, Killer Mike, Q-tip and Dr. Michael Eric Dyson focused on the election and the role of black leaders past and present. The social lounge is an event that gives Hip-Hop artists and black intellectuals a forum to discuss the issues facing the African Amer... more
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John Lennon Used to Help Fight Global Warming
With the G8 summit in Japan, thousands of candles were lit in the city of Saitama on Monday, July 7, 2008 in an effort to raise awareness about global warming. Check out the photos. With the G8 summit in Japan, thousands of candles were lit in the city of Saitama on Monday, July 7, 2008 in an effort to raise awaren... more
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The World Today - July 7
The leaders of the world's richest industrialized countries confront their African counterparts at the G8 summit in Japan. At issue is a U.S.-led intitative to turn up the heat on Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe by increasing international sanctions. The leaders of the world's richest industrialized countries confront their African counterparts at the G8 summit in Japan. At iss... more
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African Union says it can sort out Zimbabwe crisis
SHARM EL SHEIKH, Egypt, June 27 (Reuters) - The African Union is convinced it can sort out an election crisis in Zimbabwe, the organisation's top official said on Friday ahead of an African summit.
"The problem of Zimbabwe, I am convinced it will be solved in a credible way. But please give us time to solve it with our heads of state," Jean Ping, chairman of the AU Commission told a news conference on the sidelines of a meeting of African foreign ministers in Egypt.
"I am convinced we will sort it out and that our credibility will be maintained."
The crisis in Zimbabwe dominated closed-door talks in the resort town of Sharm el-Sheikh ahead of a summit on Monday and Tuesday meant to focus on solving the continent's water and sanitation problems.
Mugabe said on Thursday he would attend the summit but no solutions could be imposed on Zimbabwe from outside. He said he was ready to answer any challenge to the election from within the AU.
,,,,,,,,,So the AU likes to think it can sort this out and Mugabe is adament it is no one elses business and remains an internal matter. I dont see this going any further except a backroom pre summit deal where they agree not to mention any thing that may upset Mugabe. SHARM EL SHEIKH, Egypt, June 27 (Reuters) - The African Union is convinced it can sort out an election crisis in Zimbabwe, the organis... more -
Russian, EU Leaders Discuss Energy and Security
Energy and security dominated the Russia-EU Summit in Western Siberia, where Kremlin leader Dmitri Medvedev called for creation of all-European institutions to replace long-standing structures, including NATO.
European Union leaders held their first meeting with Dmitri Medvedev in his capacity as Kremlin leader in the western Siberian town of Khanti Mansiysk, which pumps oil and gas for Europe and supplies Russia with much of its newfound energy wealth.
European Commission President Jose Manuel Barroso acknowledged EU dependence on Russian energy during a joint news conference at the end of the two-day summit. Energy and security dominated the Russia-EU Summit in Western Siberia, where Kremlin leader Dmitri Medvedev called for creation of all... more -
Barack Obama: Foreign Policy Summit in Washington, DC
Barack Obama discusses his views on US foreign policy and the issues facing us in this election.
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US and EU 'to issue Iran warning'
US President George W Bush is to hold talks with European Union leaders later on Tuesday as they meet in Slovenia for their twice-yearly summit.
The BBC's Oana Lungescu in Ljubljana says they are expected to issue a joint warning to Tehran that more sanctions against Iran's banks are being readied.
They are pressuring Iran to abandon its nuclear programme, rejecting claims it is solely for peaceful purposes. US President George W Bush is to hold talks with European Union leaders later on Tuesday as they meet in Slovenia for their twice-year... more -
2008 Indigenous Earth Day Summit at Northern Michigan University: Proposal deadlin...
Call for Proposals: NMU 2008 Indigenous Earth Day Summit
EXTENDED DEADLINE!
Northern Michigan University is seeking presentation proposals for the 2008 Indigenous Earth Day Summit to be held at NMU April 22-23.
This summit is made possible by the Center for Native American Studies, the Environmental Science Program and the Office of International Programs.
This summit will function as a call to action on Indigenous environmental issues in the Great Lakes area, on Turtle Island and around the world.
An Aboriginal Australian delegation from the Traditional Knowledge Revival Pathways project will be featured as keynote presenters and will provide musical entertainment.
http://www.tkrp.com.au
Presentations should ultimately include ideas on how to address Indigenous environmental concerns. Topics include, but are not limited to, the following.
- Traditional Ecological Knowledge (T.E.K.)
- Education and Indigenous environmental concerns
- History of industrialism, industrial threats, Indigenous peoples and the Earth
- Economic globalization and Indigenous peoples
- Indigenous languages and the Earth
- Solutions in Indigenous cultures to environmental problems
- Indigenous subsistence rights and protection of sacred land
- Global poisoning and the impact on Indigenous peoples
- Climate change and its impact on Indigenous peoples
A variety of presentations are encouraged (music, art, films as well as papers and panels).
Activists, Native elders and Native community members are strongly encouraged to submit proposals.
Proposals should be 150-300 words in length. Deadline for submissions has been extended to Monday, March 17, 2008.
Send to:
cnas@nmu.edu
(attachments should only be in Microsoft Word or as a PDF)
Subject line: Indigenous Earth Day Summit Proposal
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Center for Native American Studies
Northern Michigan University
1401 Presque Isle Ave
Marquette, MI 49855
For more information call 906-227-1397
http://www.nmu.edu/nativeamericans Call for Proposals: NMU 2008 Indigenous Earth Day Summit EXTENDED DEADLINE! ... more -
Earth Keepers protect environment with passion in 2007
The Michigan Earth Keepers are protecting the environment with hands-on projects that prove one person can make a difference.
During 2007, the Earth Keepers:
Continued annual Earth Day clean sweeps that have removed 370 tons of hazardous waste from the environment aross a 400-mile area.
Held the the fourth planting of a wild rice restoration project that teams at-risk teens with American Indian guides teaching respect for nature and battling racism.
Sponsored an energy summit that convinced 500 businesses, churches/temples and homeowners to reduce power consumption.
Helped midwest musicians form the Boreal Chamber Symphony for a classical music concert that raised money for the Lake Superior Defense Fund.
The Earth Keepers include members and bishops/leaders of nine faith traditions with 140 participating churches/temples, American Indian tribes, several environment non-profits, university students, teenagers, a 20-member core team plus a 400 person volunteer army.
The Earth Keepers have been funded by grants from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Thrivent Financial for Lutherans plus donations from the public.
The Earth Keepers have broken federal hazardous waste collection records for three years in a row and the EPA says the group is an example for others on how to form an effective coalition that accomplishes its goals.
Earth Keeper volunteer media advisor Greg Peterson looks back at 2007 and four years of environment protection. The Michigan Earth Keepers are protecting the environment with hands-on projects that prove one person can make a difference. ... more
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