APW2010:Understanding the idea of an Asia Pacific Community
Professor Peter Drysdale (Crawford School of Economics & Government, ANU) has pursued a busy life as an academic researching the economies of East Asia, especially Japan, and advocating trade liberalisation, especially in the Asia Pacific. He will discuss how better understanding of the international economy is critical for anyone wishing to influence governments or to shape public debate. He has a PhD from the ANU.
Frontiers of knowledge: Thailand's border patrol police in the age of Internet research
Over the past decade, Thailand has experienced rapid growth in the number of Internet users and today about one third of the Thai population is regularly online. These Internet users have readily become producers of content, and the proliferation of local language material sees Thai ranked in the top 20 global Internet languages. Thai security agencies have embraced these trends and now maintain a wide range of official websites. In this paper I sketch out a tentative methodology for studying Th
Week 08 Lecture: role of indigenous people in EPP
Involving Indigenous peoples in environmental policy and planning is both a valuable and difficult exercise for policy makers to manage. On the one hand, Indigenous peoples can help manage the land, and provide a source of local knowledge for better land management, however decision makers have often overlooked this source of knowledge due to a lack of understanding, or systemic cultural differences which impede an effective exchange of ideas. This lecture will explore the current role of Indige
Week 08 Lecture: role of indigenous people in EPP
Involving Indigenous peoples in environmental policy and planning is both a valuable and difficult exercise for policy makers to manage. On the one hand, Indigenous peoples can help manage the land, and provide a source of local knowledge for better land management, however decision makers have often overlooked this source of knowledge due to a lack of understanding, or systemic cultural differences which impede an effective exchange of ideas. This lecture will explore the current role of Indige
Understanding the Slow-Growth, High-Condition Paradox of Largemouth Bass in the Mobile-Tensaw River
Fisheries and Allied Aquacultures - AFA 25th Anniversary Conference - Understanding the Slow-Growth, High-Condition Paradox of Largemouth Bass in the Mobile-Tensaw River Delta - Auburn University > AU iTunes - Academic Programs > College of Agriculture > College of Agriculture -- Academic Departments > Fisheries and Allied Aquacultures > AFA 25th Anniversary Conference > Understanding the Slow-Growth, High-Condition Paradox of Largemouth Bass in the Mobile-Tensaw River Delta
6.00 Introduction to Computer Science and Programming (MIT)
This subject is aimed at students with little or no programming experience. It aims to provide students with an understanding of the role computation can play in solving problems. It also aims to help students, regardless of their major, to feel justifiably confident of their ability to write small programs that allow them to accomplish useful goals. The class will use the Python™ programming language.
Kjell Magne Bondevik, Former Prime Minister Norway: A Nostra Aetate lecture
Kjell Magne Bondevik, former Prime Minister of Norway, speaks in Riggs Library about the possibility of interreligious understanding in the 21st Century.
1.060 Engineering Mechanics II (MIT)
This subject provides an introduction to fluid mechanics. Students are introduced to and become familiar with all relevant physical properties and fundamental laws governing the behavior of fluids and learn how to solve a variety of problems of interest to civil and environmental engineers. While there is a chance to put skills from calculus and differential equations to use in this subject, the emphasis is on physical understanding of why a fluid behaves the way it does. The aim is to make the
Islam and the West: Expert commentary by John Esposito
University Professor and Founding Director of the Prince Alwaleed bin Talal Center for Muslim-Christian Understanding John Esposito discusses the current state of relations between Islam, Europe and the United States.
Islam and the Catholic Church: Expert commentary by Daniel Madigan, S.J.
Associate Professor of Theology and Senior Fellow of The Al-Waleed Center for Muslim-Christian Understanding Daniel Madigan, S.J. discusses the current state of the dialogue between Islam and the Roman Catholic Church.
HST.525J Tumor Pathophysiology and Transport Phenomena (MIT)
Tumor pathophysiology plays a central role in the growth, invasion, metastasis and treatment of solid tumors. This class applies principles of transport phenomena to develop a systems-level, quantitative understanding of angiogenesis, blood flow and microcirculation, metabolism and microenvironment, transport and binding of small and large molecules, movement of cancer and immune cells, metastatic process, and treatment response.
Additional Faculty
Dr. Pat D'Amore
Dr. Dan Duda
Dr. Robert Lange
Engaging Religious Communities Abroad: (with the Chicago Council on Global Affairs)
On February 23, 2010, The Chicago Council on Global Affairs Task Force on Religion and the Making of U.S. Foreign Policy released its final report, which focuses on strategies for better incorporating an understanding of religion into the U.S. foreign policymaking framework. The Task Force is comprised of high level and influential policymakers, academics, constitutional lawyers and religious leaders.
Salman Ahmad Concert: Musician, filmaker, physician and United Nations goodwill ambassador
Salman Ahmad, the leader of Junoon, Pakistan's most famous band, gives a concert and speaks about cross cultural understanding and peace.
Dr. Susannah Heschel, Dartmouth College : A Nostra Aetate Lecture
Dr. Heschel of the Department of Religion at Dartmouth College, speaks in Riggs Library about the current state of Catholic-Jewish relations and the continuation of interfaith understanding.
Kjell Magne Bondevik, Former Prime Minister Norway: A Nostra Aetate lecture
Kjell Magne Bondevik, former Prime Minister of Norway, speaks in Riggs Library about the possibility of interreligious understanding in the 21st Century.
A Common Word: Panel Four: Where Do We Go from Here?
A summary and wrap-up discussion of the previous four panels, the moderators invite participants to reflect on the issues explored and the future of inter-faith dialogue between Muslims and Christians. How are traditional theological foundations for love of neighbor interpreted and applied in response to neighbors in today?s global community? In what ways has this understanding informed Muslim-Christian relations in the work of major international NGOs?
Charter for Compassion Launch: (with Karen Armstrong)
On November 12, 2009, the 'Charter for Compassion' was unveiled to the world, and the Berkley Center hosted a roundtable discussion with Karen Armstrong as part of the Charter's global launch. The 'Charter for Compassion' is an interfaith initiative that seeks to apply shared moral principles to foster global interreligious understanding.
Engaging Religious Communities Abroad: (with the Chicago Council on Global Affairs)
On February 23, 2010, The Chicago Council on Global Affairs Task Force on Religion and the Making of U.S. Foreign Policy released its final report, which focuses on strategies for better incorporating an understanding of religion into the U.S. foreign policymaking framework. The Task Force is comprised of high level and influential policymakers, academics, constitutional lawyers and religious leaders.
Policy Changes Facing Mexico: Session Six
Georgetown University hosts a series of six panel discussions entitled, ?Law, Justice, and Public Security: Challenges for Mexico and Its Neighbors.? The purpose of the seminar is to promote a deeper understanding of the root causes of public insecurity in Mexico and the prospects for reform in the remaining three years of President Felipe Calderon?s administration?and beyond.
Policy Changes Facing Mexico: Session Five
Georgetown University hosts a series of six panel discussions entitled, ?Law, Justice, and Public Security: Challenges for Mexico and Its Neighbors.? The purpose of the seminar is to promote a deeper understanding of the root causes of public insecurity in Mexico and the prospects for reform in the remaining three years of President Felipe Calderon?s administration?and beyond.
