Anne Tanenbaum Lecture Series: Pnina Shor
Pnina Shor (Head of the Department for the Treatment and Conservation of Artifacts, Israel Antiquities Authority) discusses the challenges and process of conserving and preserving the fragile Dead Sea Scrolls for future generations. The opinions expressed in this lecture are those of the speaker and do not necessarily reflect the positions of the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM).
Tropical Ecology and Conservation
This seminar plus field work in Costa Rica is designed to give students with an in-depth understanding of tropical ecology and conservation biology. More specifically it provides students the opportunity to (1) read the original literature, (2) give oral presentations, (3) design and write a research proposal, and (4) gain hands-on research experience in Costa Rica. Here are what the students say are the highlights of the course: 1. Learning how to write a proposal and executing that project. 2.
Conservation, Where Art and Science Meet
Museum conservators wage daily battle against 10 agents of decay. Exhibit Curator Emily Williams outlines the plan of attack in "Conservation, Where Art and Science Meet."
Intersection of the Environment and Financial Markets - Jesse Fink, Steve Blank (Priceline, Serial E
Retired serial entrepreneur Steve Blank interviews MissionPoint Capital co-founder Jesse Fink. The two discuss the manifold investment opportunities in alternative energies and environmental conservation.
8. Enernet: Internet Lessons for Solving Energy (May 20, 2009)
science, biology, history, energy, physics, technology, engineering, mathematics, design, computer science, communication, Internet, network, equipment, data, FCC, computer, food, fuel, ethanol, collective intelligence, infrastructure, conservation, effic
Shana Weber, Princeton University: The Greening of Technology - Sustainability Initiatives at Prince
Princeton’s Campus Sustainability Plan includes comprehensive efforts to reduce waste and conserve resources in all areas of University operations, as well as initiatives in research, education, civic engagement, and communications. Computing is becoming a large part of the University’s energy-use footprint and considerable efforts are underway to find sustainable energy and conservation solutions. From high energy super-computers to paper use to videoconferencing, this session will explore
Shana Weber, Princeton University: The Greening of Technology - Sustainability Initiatives at Prince
Princeton’s Campus Sustainability Plan includes comprehensive efforts to reduce waste and conserve resources in all areas of University operations, as well as initiatives in research, education, civic engagement, and communications. Computing is becoming a large part of the University’s energy-use footprint and considerable efforts are underway to find sustainable energy and conservation solutions. From high energy super-computers to paper use to videoconferencing, this session will explore
Week 05 Lecture: Why do people see the environment in different ways
Drawing on the ideas presented earlier in the course, Alastair connects present and historical attitudes towards the environment in answering the question: why do people see the landscape in different ways? This lecture covers a variety of environmental perspectives from the development imperative of the early colonial times, to the contemporary conservation movement, to establish the different ways people see the environment, as well as the motivations behind the various attitudes towards the e
Week 09 Lecture: Globalisation and Development
Alastair discusses two distinct lenses (or "understandacopes") with which we can think about globalisation and development. Drawing upon arguments from outspoken catastrophists or cornucopians relating to poverty, resource allocation, and biodiversity conservation, the uncertainty, and disagreement over the current organisation of global resources will become evident.
Week 05 Lecture: Why do people see the environment in different ways
Drawing on the ideas presented earlier in the course, Alastair connects present and historical attitudes towards the environment in answering the question: why do people see the landscape in different ways? This lecture covers a variety of environmental perspectives from the development imperative of the early colonial times, to the contemporary conservation movement, to establish the different ways people see the environment, as well as the motivations behind the various attitudes towards the e
Week 09 Lecture: Globalisation and Development
Alastair discusses two distinct lenses (or "understandacopes") with which we can think about globalisation and development. Drawing upon arguments from outspoken catastrophists or cornucopians relating to poverty, resource allocation, and biodiversity conservation, the uncertainty, and disagreement over the current organisation of global resources will become evident.
4.493 Natural Light in Design (MIT)
Today, computer-based simulations are becoming increasingly popular, especially when daylighting and energy conservation are amongst the key goals for a project. This two-week workshop will expose participants to the current daylighting simulation models and beyond, by introducing realistic and dynamic assessment methods through hands-on exercises and application to a design project. Open to students and practitioners.
This course is offered during the Independent Activities Period (IAP), which
Treasure Keepers
Good as new isn't always as good as old. Curator John Watson talks about conservation at Colonial Williamsburg.Author(s):
New in the Collection
Objects rare and poignant joined the Colonial Williamsburg museum collections in 2009. Chief Curator and Vice President for Collections, Conservation and Museums Ron Hurst describes the finds.Author(s):
Conservation, Where Art and Science Meet
Museum conservators wage daily battle against 10 agents of decay. Exhibit Curator Emily Williams outlines the plan of attack in "Conservation, Where Art and Science Meet."Author(s):
Science Studio vol 022 - Topic: Marine Life Conservation - Guest: Leah Gerber
Course - Group - Science Studio vol 022 - Topic: Marine Life Conservation - Guest: Leah Gerber - Arizona State University > Science Studio > Science Studio vol 022 - Topic: Marine Life Conservation - Guest: Leah Gerber
2. Recent Trends in Electricity Use and Efficiency of High Density Computing Facilities (Data Center
Science, energy research, data center, computer server, energy conservation, IT, consumption, microprocessor manufacturing, electric utility, power density, supply, hosting facilities, hi-tech companies, generator, watts, regional distribution, Uptime Ins
1. Federal Energy Policy Perspective: What Should be Done to Address Global Warming (April 2, 2008)
Environmental sciences, resources, power, engineering, legality, laws, government, policies, conservation, risks, decisions, development, innovation, climate change, objectives, changes, research, experiments, glaciers, fossil fuels, emissions, greenhouse
Iding Haidir, student on the Department's Postgraduate Diploma in International Wildlife Conservatio
Iding Haidir who monitors tiger and wildcat populations in Sumatra, is studying on the Department's eight-month Diploma International Wildlife Conservation Practice. He speaks of the new knowledge and understanding he'll take home with him.
Learning outcomes On completion of this unit you should be able to: understand some of the issues surrounding natural heritage;
understand some of the issues surrounding industrial heritage; understand why tensions often arise between conservation and the demands of modern tourism. Except for third party materials and otherwise stated (see terms a
