...Geo-Engineering: Controlling the Climate and Weather Recall the pleasure derived from the last time you took a walk through a park on a day when the weather was perfect. The sunshine was bright, the temperature was perfect, and perhaps there was a slight breeze that left you the ultimate feeling of refreshment as it caressed your face. Or perhaps you can remember the last time you enjoyed the sounds and smells of a light April shower that left the trees and grass looking so green and the air so fresh that you just couldn’t resist taking a deep cleansing breath. No doubt everyone can remember times such as these or similar instances when the weather was responsible for bringing them a lift in spirit. Now imagine that you had the ability to control the weather and climate. Perhaps your first response to this idea is that such a thing is, and always will be, impossible. But you would be wrong in your assumption. In our modern world there is a science called Geo-Engineering that has become a political issue. Geo-Engineering is the ability of scientists to control the climate and weather in various areas and for various reasons. The issue we are all faced with is whether or not having this control is a good thing or a bad thing. First of all we must answer the question of whether Geo-Engineering is a reality. Without question it is, and has been for decades. Scientists have successfully demonstrated in numerous ways the ability to be able to control the climate...
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...15 Table of Figures Figure 1 GSV 5 Figure 2 Refueler and Depot 7 Figure 3 Refueling Scenario 8 Figure 4 RSV 14 Table 1 Distribution of active satellites 4 Table 2 GEO Servicing opportunities 4 Table 3 GSV mass breakdown 6 Table 4 Power Budget 9 Table 5 Cost of Refueler/Depot 11 Executive Summary Launching a satellite into space with a mission to service other satellites is a plausible idea. Servicing a satellite means to somehow make it so a satellite’s design life is lengthened. This can be accomplished by refueling, assisting in orbit placement, and/or performing mechanical repairs. Satellite servicing has been done already in the past during manned space missions. The problem arises when the attempt is to be made on satellites outside of human intervention like those in High Earth Orbits (HEO). The ESA and d NASA have both put forth their ideas on how to service satellites in space. The Refueler/Depot idea suggested by NASA has the plan to launch a large satellite into space in two parts. One part is the Refueler, which is agile and movable and can dock with cooperating satellites. The other half is the Depot which stores the hydrazine fuel but remains in a constant orbit above the GEO belt. ESA’s idea is of a single satellite that will do it all: refueling, mechanical manipulation of satellites, and orbit manipulation. This idea may take longer to catch on because of the extra challenge...
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...is one thing about the colonial heritage of Australia that indigenous Australians might celebrate along with John Howard it must surely be the fact that upon the shoulders of the English settlers or invaders-call them what you will, came the common law of England and with it the civilised institution of native title. What more redemptive prospect can be painted about our country's colonial past?(65) From this perspective, the black armband view of history is a strand of 'political correctness'-the dominant but erroneous view of how we see ourselves and what we see as worthwhile in our culture. Historical understanding cannot be fixed for all time, Out of the present emerge new problems that require a re-examination of the past. The question we must ask is not “does history have to be rewritten?” but “does the re-evaluation of history lead to the discovery of historical truth?” In other words, does the re-evaluation of history deepen our understanding of the past and its relationship to the present, thus providing a more complete explanation of he course of history Howard’s bitter sentiments towards are in fact By the end of Mr Howard's first nine months as Prime Minister, it was clear that the desire to project a largely proud, heroic and benign version of Australian history was at...
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...Meter: 10 Objectives/Aim: 11 CHAPTER 2 12 LITERATURE REVIEW 12 The Global Perspective: 12 Subcontinent Perspective (India): 17 Local Perspective (Pakistan): 19 CHAPTER 3 21 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY 21 Research Design 21 Procedure 21 Measurement/Instrument Selection 21 Methodology 22 Sample 22 Software Employed 23 CHAPTER 4 24 People Meter Vs Gallup: Secondary Data Analysis 24 Gallup & People Meter Reach Comparison between Satellite & Terrestrial Channels 25 Gallup & People Meter Rating Comparison between Satellite & Terrestrial Channels 27 Gallup & People Meter Reach & Ratings Comparison for Top 10 Channels 29 Ratings Analysis of Altaf Hussain’s Speech on 9th September 2011 31 GEO NEWS ANALYSIS: 31 DUNYA NEWS ANALYSIS: 33 ARY NEWS ANALYSIS: 34 SAMAA TV ANALYSIS: 35 PTV ANALYSIS: 36 Reach Analysis of World Cup 2011 37 Gallup Vs People Meter: Primary Data Analysis 39 Media Agencies Perspective 40 Advertisers Perspective 48 Broadcasters Perspective 52 Findings of Secondary Data Analysis 59 Findings of Primary Data Analysis 61 Media Agencies 61 Advertisers 63 Broadcasters 64 CONCLUSION 65 Recommendations for Further...
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...Report Turkmenistan-AfghanistanPakistan-India Gas Pipeline: South Asia’s Key Project The biggest pipeline issue in South Asia currently is the proposed Trans-Afghanistan Pipeline or TAPI, as it is known. This report gives a breakdown of the history of the project as well as the pertinent issues. T he Trans-Afghanistan Pipeline (TAP or TAPI) is a proposed natural gas pipeline being developed by the Asian Development Bank. The pipeline will transport Caspian Sea natural gas from Turkmenistan through Afghanistan into Pakistan and then to India. The abbreviation comes from the first letters of those countries. Proponents of the project see it as a modern continuation of the Silk Road. The Afghan government is expected to receive 8% of the project’s revenue. The original project started in March 1995 when an inaugural memorandum of understanding between the governments of Turkmenistan and Pakistan for a pipeline project was signed. In August 1996, the Central Asia Gas Pipeline, Ltd. (CentGas) consortium for construction of a pipeline, led by U.S. oil company Unocal, was formed. On 27 October 1997, CentGas was incorporated in formal signing ceremonies in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan by several international oil companies along with the Government of Turkmenistan. In January 1998, the Taliban, selecting CentGas over Argentinian competitor Bridas Corporation, signed an agreement that allowed the proposed project to proceed. In June 1998, Russian Gazprom relinquished...
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...As Bernard Rosenberg once said, “Man is a biodegradable but nonrecyclable animal blessed with opposable thumbs capable of grasping at straws.” (Bernard Rosenberg. p. 96) Human Nature consists of an evolving body and an immaterial mind that has an essence which is the result of a highly complex brain; Both the body and mind die, however, while living, they make their own choices and create their own outcomes because of their immaterial mind; The memory and body are what makes a person who they are and without either of them, the same person does not exist; We make our own choices but without others, we would be unable to define ourselves. The Dualist view of human nature is similar to these ideas. Dualism is the “view that human beings are immaterial minds within material bodies.” (Velasquez. p. 105) The man that ran this show was René Descartes (1596-1650). He claimed that if we can conceive of one thing without the other, than they are not the same thing. He used this notion to state that the self and the body are different. From this, it can be reasoned that there is a soul, which endures. Human nature accepts the idea of an immaterial mind and a material body because of the fact that they can be viewed as separate things. In the words of Descartes, body is: …all that which can be defined by a specific shape: something which can be confined in a certain place, and which can fill a given space in such a way that every other body will be excluded from it; which can be perceived...
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...Influences 6 Economic Questions and Considerations 7 Psychological Considerations and Sociological Effects 9 Cultural Context and Media Influence 11 Environmental Implications 20 Moral and Ethical Implications 20 Conclusions 21 References 22 Appendices 0 Abstract This report is about Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs), It will explain what the technology is, how it developed from the observation of pea plants by a humble gardener at a monastery in Czechoslovakia in the middle of the 19th century to become the science of genetic engineering. The report will examine the influences the technology of GMOs has had on the political and legal systems where they have been introduced and how those political and legal systems are trying to reach some agreement on how to best use this technology. The report discusses the economic questions and implications, the psychological considerations, sociological effects, and the environmental, moral and ethical implications of genetically modified organisms. This report will also explain how the media has influenced the acceptance of some GMOs and the rejection of other and examine this technology and its cultural context. Connection to Technology and Science The emerging science/ technology of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) is a controversial subject raising social and cultural questions along with moral and ethical issues. Definition of Technology The question as to whether genetically...
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...The Mobile Landscape Insights for Advertising April 25, 2011 Table of Contents I. Introduction 3 II. Consumer Behavior Trends 4 III. Mobile Technology 7 Mobile Devices and Services Other mobile-relevant technologies of interest The Development of Native Apps vs. Web Apps IV. Mobile Advertising 16 Banner ads on mobile devices Mobile applications or apps Mobile gaming Mobile commerce Location-based services or LBS Mobile and Health Mobile Metrics and Analytics V. The Future of Mobile Media 30 VI. Conclusion 34 VII. Works Cited 35 Part I: Introduction As predicted nearly ten years ago in their article, “The Death of Advertising,” Roland Rust and Richard Oliver wrote, “the new media represent a vast ‘network of networks,’ now often referred to as the information superhighway. A technical reality, major parts of the information super highway are under construction all over the US (1994).” During the digital revolution of the last decade, modern humanity has experienced a shift in traditional media consumption habits, which is now culminating with mobile technology. In examining the emerging mobile landscape, two things are increasingly apparent. One, mobile technology is heading into uncharted territories. Two, this is happening at unprecedented rates. This landscape is so unpredictable that the introduction of a new highly...
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...the cultural conflicts involved 1) Introduction This study of Credit Lyonnais, one of the world's largest banks with offices in over 60 countries, examines the organisation and human resource management strategies thought necessary to survive the rapid market changes in international banking. Credit Lyonnais provides a particularly good example of a large bank which is determined to succeed through growth in services offered in existing markets and through extending into new markets. Credit Lyonnais has offices on all continents, and in the countries where it has operations, it applies one of two growth strategies: i) organic growth (increasing the activity of its branches and subsidiaries, or opening new branches) ii) acquisitions / mergers (involving either take-overs or purchase of minority interests in local banks). Credit Lyonnais now has 610 offices outside Europe and these are either subsidiaries (where the HRM has a majority shareholding) or associated companies (where the HRM has a minority shareholding). The Credit Lyonnais Group has grown very rapidly over the past few years and will continue to grow with planned expansions on all Continents and in all areas of business. Realizing at an early stage of its expansion that its service and market strategies required an equally strong human resource strategy Credit Lyonnais set out to implementing HRM policies to achieve its business goals. 2) An International Corporation The Credit Lyonnais Group has grown very...
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...Assignment #4 Internet Technology, Marketing and Security Professor Demetrius Carolina, Sr. Bus 508-Contemporary Business March 2, 2013 An online presence is vital for today’s businesses the use of internet and social networking in the workplace has grown substantially over the last few decades. Because of this, individuals are now using the internet in various ways. Technologies such as social networking sites, blog sites and other innovations give individuals a chance to interact with one another. With that being said, having a social media marketing strategy is vital for a business to determine how you’ll communicate utilizing the internet. The purpose of this assignment is to determine the impact of social media and social media marketing on businesses today. Evaluate the reasons Social Media Marketing has become exceedingly popular among businesses of all sizes. Social media marketing is a new advertising strategy that businesses can use to appeal to a much wider and far more relevant market audience. This concept began as one that would promote social interaction but has now extended into the business sphere as social media marketing. When the social media craze first began, it was viewed primarily as a way for people to have fun online by communicating with one another about a diverse variety of topics. It didn’t take long for companies to realize the opportunities available for using social media for business. The participation in social media...
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...HOROSCOPES Aries (Mar. 21- April 19) : Aries have ramlike eyebrows and smug expressions. They should not be quite so smug because they are constantly clunking themselves in the skull. Cat Stevens' "Hard Headed Woman" was probably an Aries. Aries rarely say one thing and do another. They usually do the wrong thing and don't discuss it. Never point this out to an Aries unless you want your kidneys pulled out through your sinuses. Aries folks love Pisceans because Pisces people make them feel well-grounded. Aries love to laugh at the funny moon-people who suck their thumbs at age 35. Aries use guns to describe philosophical concepts. Whether you live in a palatial estate or a cardboard tepee, you will insist until death that it is exactly what you always wanted. Most Aries were concrete parking bumpers in at least two of their past lives. Aries are never born. They skip gaily from their mothers' wombs. This may even involve rollerblades. The Aries makes life decisions as a toddler. Aries marry several times for funnies but never divorce. Their spouses have many freak accidents resulting in death or crippling injury. Being infallible, God is probably an Aries. This would make Satan an Aquarius. Aries always hold management positions. If one is assigned to clean toilets, he will form a one-man union. Then he will go and picket in the parking lot. All of you think you're Lech Walesa. People run away when an Aries comes around. They know that if they do not, the Aries will set them...
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...This article was downloaded by: [Texas A&M University-Commerce] On: 05 January 2015, At: 16:08 Publisher: Routledge Informa Ltd Registered in England and Wales Registered Number: 1072954 Registered office: Mortimer House, 37-41 Mortimer Street, London W1T 3JH, UK Geopolitics Publication details, including instructions for authors and subscription information: http://www.tandfonline.com/loi/fgeo20 Rethinking Climate Change, Conflict and Security Jan Selby & Clemens Hoffmann a a b Department of International Relations, University of Sussex, Brighton, UK b Department of International Relations, Bilkent University, Ankara, Turkey Published online: 30 Oct 2014. Click for updates To cite this article: Jan Selby & Clemens Hoffmann (2014) Rethinking Climate Change, Conflict and Security, Geopolitics, 19:4, 747-756, DOI: 10.1080/14650045.2014.964866 To link to this article: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/14650045.2014.964866 PLEASE SCROLL DOWN FOR ARTICLE Taylor & Francis makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of all the information (the “Content”) contained in the publications on our platform. However, Taylor & Francis, our agents, and our licensors make no representations or warranties whatsoever as to the accuracy, completeness, or suitability for any purpose of the Content. Any opinions and views expressed in this publication are the opinions and views of the authors, and are not the views of or endorsed by Taylor & Francis. The accuracy of the Content should not be relied upon...
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...Intercultural Ethics 1 Intercultural Ethics: A Constructivist Approach Richard Evanoff This article originally appeared in the Journal of Intercultural Communication 9:89-102 (2006), published by the Society for Intercultural Education, Training, and Research (SIETAR)–Japan. Copyright © 2011 Richard Evanoff. Abstract While a considerable amount of research in the field of intercultural communication has been devoted to empirical and theoretical studies on cultural differences, comparatively little work has been devoted to normative studies which consider how problems which arise because of cultural differences might be resolved (see, however, Evanoff 2004 for a bibliography of recent publications in this area). Normative research differs both from empirical research, which is basically concerned with describing existing patterns of beliefs, values, and behavior through the use of statistical data, interviews, case studies, and the like, and from theoretical studies, which attempt to make generalizations about cultural differences and how people respond to them by abstracting from such data. The methodology of ethics is neither empirical nor theoretical, but rather normative, which means that it basically concerns itself with a consideration of what beliefs, values, and forms of behavior might be plausibly adopted. Metaethics concerns itself with broader issues of how such decisions can be reasoned about, justified, and, indeed, debated across cultures. Intercultural...
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...International Business Linked to globalization Globalization 1. What is it ? It is a process where the world is moving away from independent countries to interconnected counties 2. Status ( where we are + measurements) Wave of globalization after WOII * 50 – 60 domination of the US (“free market wave”) The trade rules are set by the US * Now domination China, Asia US domination is gone, different countries dominate the world The demographics of the world economy has changed How do you measure globalization? * University of zurich * http://globalization.kof.ethz.ch/ The KOF Index of Globalization measures the three main dimensions of globalization: 1. Economic globalization * Actual flows (37%) * Trade (percentage of GDP) * Foreign direct investement, flows (percentage of GDP) * Portfolio investement (percentage of GDP) * Income payments of foreign nationals (percentage of GDP) * Restrictions * Hidden import barriers * Mean tariff rate * Taxes on international trade (percentage of current revenue) 2. Social (39%) * Data on personal contact * Data on information flows 3. political. (25%) * Embassieses 3. Types of globalization 1. Globalization of products 2. Globalization of markets Active vs passive globalization Globalization can also be passive. Companies that do not want to globalize...
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...Futures and Foresight November 2010 Social Networks The next generation Contents Foreword Introduction 2 Chris van der Kuyl 3 David Smith Executive summary 1. 2.1. 2.2. 3.4. 3.5. History of social networks in the digital age in the UK. The present state of social networks. Innovative uses of social networks in today’s society o B2C - Business to Consumer o B2B - Business to Business o P2P - Person to Person (Peer to Peer) o G2C - Government to Citizen Key trends shaping the future of social networks 1. Broadband penetration 2. Rise of mobile technologies 3. Ambient technology - the 'internet of things' 4. 24/7 lifestyle 5. Data expansion 6. The future of the net: web v apps 7. Geo-spatial and augmented reality technologies 8. New era of mass communication 9. New business era 10. Trust 11. Education 12. Older social networkers 13. Gaming and virtual reality 14. Government intervention Tomorrow’s consumer o B2C - Business to Consumer o E-Government and the 'Big Society' o Educational networking o Social studies o Gaming and virtual worlds The evolution of social networks o Technological progress o Business models and revenue streams o From the web to the street o Privacy/security/ permissive marketing o Digital Asset Management o Longevity of digital assets o Impact on advertising Changing Britain Conclusions Timeline About the Author References 3.1. 3...
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