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We're kicking off a new series on Earth Matters, Nature Reads, a show where we explore the stories behind books that bring us closer to nature and the world around us. Every month, we team up with the good folks at independent bookstore Sunda Shelves, and in this first episode, we explore the storybook called Sen'oi Serog, published by the Tropical Rainforest Conservation & Research Centre. It's a rich, collaborative work inspired by the oral traditions and ecological wisdom of the Temiar people in the Belum-Temengor forest of Hulu Perak. Together with co-host Surin Suksuwan (biodiversity conservationist and co-founder, Sunda Shelves) we speak to Lucy Wong and Hairul Abdullah, both also biodiversity conservationists and the book's co-writers and producers. We'll talk about indigenous knowledge, forest taboos, fruiting seasons, and the deep relationship between people and place.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lawmakers around the world are setting their sights on ‘dark patterns’, the way consumer choice is manipulated wholesale by companies for profit – either directly by upselling and herding them into higher yielding decisions, or locking them into services, or “data grabs” that can be monetised indirectly. Australia is next off the rank, and businesses should take action now, starting with UX design, according to Chandni Gupta, Deputy CEO of influential think tank the Consumer Policy Research Centre, who’s work underpins key planks of the ACCC’s regulatory overhauls and which holds sway in Canberra.Dark patterns are “entrenched” across the digital economy – with companies “reverse engineering” the “nudge” principles of Daniel Kahneman’s behavioural economics to serve profit rather than help people make better choices, says Gupta. Already, the likes of LinkedIn, Amazon, TikTok, Meta and Epic Games have run afoul of regulators, while ticketing platform StubHub has conducted experiments that show the double-digit profit impact of manipulating consumer choice via hidden costs. Gupta, back from a global tour or regulators, lawmakers and enforcement bodies, and armed with a fresh report on her findings, says the practice is so widespread across the digital economy that most young adults have probably never lived in a world where they are not being manipulated. AI risks “supercharging” the practice – and making dark patterns darker still.But Gupta warns businesses to prepare for regulation, enforcement and redress, with the Australian government committed to a ban on unfair business practices – and a strong overlap between dark patterns and the Privacy overhaul now gearing up for its second act. She sees profit upside for those that overhaul UX design now “to put the person and their wellbeing at the centre” rather than “waiting to be caught”.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Felix Schulz speaks to Professor Melanie Laroche and Jonathan Michaud from the University of Montreal about how the concept of just transitions is understood and implemented in Quebec, Canada. In the episode, they cover the province's unique industrial relations system, proactive and reactive union strategies for addressing the climate crisis, and challenges in equipping union representatives with climate expertise. This project is funded by the Hans Böckler Foundation – Just Transition: Aktivitäten im internationalen Vergleich 2021-582-2. Visit the project webpage. This podcast episode was recorded remotely in December 2024. If you would like to get in touch regarding this podcast episode or the project, please contact research.lubs@leeds.ac.uk. A transcript of this episode is available. You can listen to the rest of the episodes in this series. About the speakers: Felix Schulz is an interdisciplinary researcher at Lund University Centre for Sustainability Studies (LUCSUS). Prior to joining LUCSUS, he worked as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Centre for Employment Relations, Innovation and Change (CERIC), the Digital Futures at Work (digit) Research Centre and the Hans-Böckler-Foundation funded Competence Centre on social-ecological transformations at the University of Leeds, where he remains as Visiting Research Fellow Melanie Laroche is a professor at the Université de Montréal's...

The Nimbus Research Centre, based at MTU's Bishopstown campus in Cork, is proud to announce the launch of its state-of-the-art Research & Innovation Facility, designed to accelerate advances in human-centred digital technologies. This facility features dedicated spaces for systems prototyping, extended reality research and cybersecurity, providing an immersive environment for researchers, students, and collaborators, including industry and civil society. The development of this facility was supported by MTU and through a strategic partnership between the Nimbus Research Centre and Cyber Explore Research Group, and was supported by Cyber Innovate, co-funded by the Government of Ireland and the European Union through the ERDF Southern, Eastern & Midland Regional Programme 2021-27. The Nimbus Research Centre is a leading hub for research in digital technologies, including Future Networks, Trusted Digital Ecosystems, Human Centred Design, Data Analytics, Virtual Worlds & Cybersecurity. With a focus on delivering impactful research and collaborating with industry leaders, Nimbus is at the forefront of technological advancement nationally and globally. The new lab represents Nimbus and MTU's continued commitment to fostering excellence in technology and digital innovation and will position MTU as a leader in the digital landscape and a key player in the development of Ireland's digital economy. The Systems Prototyping lab which focuses on resilient cyber-physical systems (CPS) is a cutting-edge facility designed to research, develop, and prototype end-to-end CPS solutions. It integrates capabilities across hardware, firmware, software, communications, networking, and end-user applications to create robust and reliable systems. The lab leverages advanced tools and methodologies to address challenges in the co-design of physical and computational elements, ensuring seamless interaction and optimal performance aligned with industry standards and needs. The Extended Reality Innovation Suite consists of the latest Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR) and Mixed Reality (MR) technologies to support and grow our innovation capacity and service the needs of Industry. Nimbus takes a collaborative and co-creative approach with industry clients and research partners, creatively exploring, designing, developing, and testing the latest advancements in Virtual Worlds. Immersive Extended Reality experiences can be custom designed, developed, and built by our multidisciplinary team (VR/AR/MR developers, UX researchers, multimedia designers, software developers, systems integrators) based upon requirements. In response to the growing global demand for robust cybersecurity solutions, the Cybersecurity Prototyping Lab features cutting-edge Cyber Range infrastructure comprised of advanced tools and technologies. This supports research into next-generation security solutions, threat management, and digital resilience, addressing the increasingly complex challenges faced by businesses, governments, and individuals in safeguarding their digital assets. The launch of the Nimbus Research & Innovation Facility in partnership with Cyber Explore is part of MTU's ongoing effort to strengthen collaboration between academia and industry. This facility will provide a dynamic environment where researchers can collaborate with industry partners to accelerate the development of new technologies and solutions. MTU has already established strong connections with leading tech companies, government agencies, and research organisations, and the lab will serve as a vital hub for these partnerships. Professor Maggie Cusack, President of MTU, welcomed the launch commenting, "We are delighted to officially open the Nimbus Research & Innovation Facility. This will be hugely beneficial for both our research community and industry partners locally, nationally and internationally. This new facility will greatly enhance research and innovation in a number of emerging sec...

Amidst conflict in Sudan, the world-leading Mycetoma Research Centre in Khartoum has been destroyed. We talk to the centre's founder to find out what this means for research into the neglected disease and the struggle to proving ongoing support for patients. As the Pan American Health Organization put into action lessons from the Covid-19 pandemic they share with us new telehealth services designed to reach the most remote communities across the Americas. Also on the show, a reversible and non-hormonal male contraception implant has proven effective in trials lasting two years. Plus, how does the body respond when switching from a Tanzanian heritage diet to a more processed diet? And can gradual exposure to peanuts desensitize adults with severe peanut allergies? Presenter: Claudia Hammond Producer: Hannah Robins Assistant Producer: Katie Tomsett Studio Managers: Emma Harth and Dyfan Rose

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Recently, while speaking at the Startup Mahakumbh in New Delhi, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal said that startups were not innovating enough and were limiting themselves to grocery delivery. Are Indian startups not scaling up on innovation? Here we discuss the question. Guests: Thillai Rajan, Professor and Head, Research Centre on Startups, Indian Institute of Technology, Madras; P.K. Jayadevan, author, communications professional, and former journalist Host: Ashokamithran T. Edited by Jude Weston

I'm delighted to bring you Episode 4 of Season 3 of The Luke Coutinho Show, featuring Dr. Maulik Parekh—a leading Interventional Cardiologist, Head of the TAVR and Structural Heart Programme, and Consultant at the Sir H. N. Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre.Tune in to discover:Dr. Maulik's journey into cardiology: From aspiring architect to pioneering cardiologist, and healing through groundbreaking structural heart interventions for all agesUnderstanding the rising incidence of heart diseases: Why India is facing an alarming rise in heart issues among the young, driven by genes, lifestyle, and stressGenetics vs. Epigenetics: How can you outsmart your family history with the right choicesPreventive heart health: Recommended screenings for all age groups and mindful use of health tracking devicesImpact of chronic stress and emotions on heart health: How stress and emotions can disrupt rhythms, weaken muscles, and turn minor plaques into major heart attacksMeditation and body awareness: Learn to deepen your connection to heart health by enhancing sensitivity to your body's pulse and cardiovascular stateVaping, stimulants, and heart health: Vaping and stimulants hijack your heart's natural rhythm, leading to long-term cardiac stress and dysfunctionAnd much more…Chapters:00:00 - Introduction and Dr. Maulik's Journey06:55 - Rise in Young Heart Attacks10:35 - Genetics vs. Epigenetics13:23 - Essential Heart Health Screenings20:09 - Health Gadgets: Helpful or Stressful?23:51 - Dr. Maulik's Personal Health Routine30:26 - How Stress Damages Your Heart34:38 - Broken Heart Syndrome Explained37:06 - Meditation and Body Awareness40:28 - Vaping, Stimulants & Heart Health44:26 - The Four C's for Heart Health

Vassy Kapelos is joined by CTV US Political Analyst Eric Ham to unpack the 90-day temporary pause on reciprocal tariffs for everyone but China and what the political ramifications of that might be moving forward. On today's show: CTV's Abigail Bimman, Rachel Aiello, and Mike Le Couteur provide updates from the campaign trails with the three main parties Talk Science to Me with Dan Riskin The Daily Debrief Panel with Robert Benzie, Queen's Park Bureau Chief, The Toronto Star; Laura Stone, Queen's Park reporter, The Globe and Mail Marcus Maloney, Assistant Professor in the Research Centre in Postdigital Cultures, Coventry University in Coventry, UK, weighing in on the impact of the new series Adolescence and the reaction from parents about teen boys' use of social media and socialization issues

“We are obsessed with patient experience and outcomes. EBITDA is just a byproduct.”This philosophy has guided MOC Cancer Care and Research Centre to profitable growth while delivering exceptional chemotherapy care through 24 community cancer centers. Founded by four medical oncologists, MOC began with a vision to bridge the massive gap between expensive private hospitals and overcrowded government facilities. Today, MOC is India's largest network of purpose-built centers that focus exclusively on delivering standardized, high-quality cancer care closer to patients' homes.MOC's model built on the two cornerstones of enhancing the cancer patient's journey and improving the medical oncologist's experience has proven remarkably successful. What's even more impressive is their roster of 48 medical oncologists with zero attrition - unheard of in an industry where doctor mobility is the norm.In this conversation with Mayank Khanduja (Partner, Elevation Capital), co-founders Dr Vashisht Maniar, Dr Ashish Joshi and COO Manish Jobanputra discuss their journey of creating a standardized, patient-centric cancer care delivery system.In this episode, you will gain insights on:> Identifying the structural inefficiencies in India's cancer care system> Scaling standardized care across multiple centers> Creating a dual focus on patient journey and caregiver experience> Building doctor satisfaction through autonomy and support> Achieving growth through patient outcomes

The view of a Chinese vessel in our waters highlights our complicated relationship with the country. The visit has been approved by the New Zealand Government, as part of a NIWA research project. Although its movements have been approved, Australia is not the biggest fan, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese saying he would prefer it wasn't off Victoria's coast. NZ Contemporary China Research Centre Director Jason Young told Mike Hosking we have a complicated relationship. He says that while New Zealand does have a very important trading relationship with China, some of their actions in the Pacific go against our interests. Young says both Australia and New Zealand need to be able to manage those areas of difference, while maininting the positive aspects of the relationship. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In order to operate safely and efficiently, lithium-ion batteries rely on battery management systems to monitor their state and to control their operation. An essential part of this process is modelling battery behaviour under different conditions to predict performance and prevent failures. To do this efficiently, it is crucial to simplify the underlying physical processes, while sacrificing as little accuracy as possible. Through their research, Dr. Luc Raijmakers and colleagues at the Jülich Research Centre, Germany, compare various different approaches to simplifying simulations. Their results could make it easier for battery operators to decide which approach is best suited to their requirements for accuracy and computational efficiency.

Bítið á Bylgjunni með Heimi, Lilju og Ómari   Dagmar Valsdóttir, fyrirtækjaeigandi í Grindavík, ræddi við okkur um stöðuna. Jóhann G. Jóhannsson, meðstofnandi og stjórnarformaður Alvotech, meðstofnandi og partner Aztiq og Björn Zoega, framkvæmdastjóri á King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre, ræddu við okkur um stafrænar lausnir í heilbrigðiskerfinu.   Ólafur Ísleifsson og Ólafur Arnarson ræddu um pólitík, stýrivexti og RÚV. Þórarinn Ingi Pétursson, alþingismaður Framsóknar, nefndarmaður í atvinnuveganefnd og bóndi á Grund í Grýtubakkahreppi, er með hugmynd.   Valdís Marselía Þórðardóttir, tannlæknir ræddi við okkur um tannheilsu og -vernd. Eva Ruza tók lagið í beinni

he Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week...With over 17 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and the Sunday 7 won a Gold Award as “Best Conversation Starter” in the International Signal Podcast Awards If you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps...Today's episode includes the following guests:Guests Dr Nicola Fox - Associate Administrator for NASA's Science Mission Directorate Joel Kearns - Deputy Associate Administrator for Exploration at NASA Jason Kim - CEO of Firefly AerospaceWill Guyatt - The Smart 7's Tech Guru Sharon Chinthrajah - Associate Professor of Medicine at the Sean N Parker Centre for Allergy and Asthma Research Annabelle Terry - Patient at the Sean N Parker Centre for Allergy and Asthma Research Martin Wilkes - Climate Change Councillor at Durham County CouncilRichard Bond - Innovation and Services Director at the Mining Remediation AuthorityDr Josef Koresh - Director of the Optimal Aging Institute at NYU's Langone Health Doctor Jessica Caldwell - Director of the Women's Alzheimer's Movement Prevention and Research Centre at the Cleveland Clinic John Edwards - UK Information Commissioner Julian Drinkall - CEO of the GLF Schools Academy TrustBen Lamm - CEO and Founder of Colossal Biosciences Contact us over at X or visit www.thesmart7.comPresented by Jamie East, written by Liam Thompson and produced by Daft Doris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever considered how deeply ingrained the culture of alcohol marketing is in your life? Today your host, Anna explores the fascinating world of gendered alcohol marketing, alongside guest expert, Professor Carol Emslie, the co-director of the Research Centre for Health at Glasgow Caledonian University and co-chair of the Scottish Alcohol Research Network.They discuss the intriguing and often controversial world of alcohol marketing, and its societal impact. They look at how it is carefully crafted and targeted towards different genders. From the lucrative realm of pink drinks to sponsorships in sports, discover the profound effects of market dynamics on our perceptions and drinking behaviors. Don't miss this enlightening discussion.Here are the highlights:00:00 Introduction04:29 Research on alcohol aims to inform policies to reduce harm.06:52 The emergence of marketing alcohol to women.11:49 Brands align with causes like International Women's Day.14:42 Alcohol advertising subtly influences everyone.17:14 Women navigate identity through their drink choices.21:25 Brands aim to emotionally resonate with consumers.28:15 Women (particularly mothers) associate alcohol with taking a timeout.33:24 Alcohol references are frequent in Six Nations rugby matches.40:43 Challenge societal views on alcohol by increasing awareness of pervasive marketing and ingrained beliefs.44:22 #DontPinkMyDrink campaign to highlight how alcohol advertisers cynically target women.To further explore your relationship with alcohol, check out Anna's programme, The Big Drink Rethink Experiment: https://www.thebeliefscoach.com/the-big-drink-rethink-experimentFor the free resources accompanying this series, please head to https://www.thebeliefscoach.com/registrationIf you're loving the podcast and would like to give Anna a warm, fuzzy feeling of appreciation, then you can buy her a coffee:https://buymeacoffee.com/bigdrinkrethinkAbout the host Anna:Anna is a certified Alcohol Mindset Coach, trained by Annie Grace of This Naked Mind. Drawing on her own journey out of alcohol addiction, she now helps others explore and control their drinking. With a career spanning 25 years as a Strategist in the Advertising industry, she combines her own lived experiences, with great insight into what makes us tick and what influences us to behave the way we do. Connect with Anna:Website: thebeliefscoach.comLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/annadonagheyInstagram: instagram.com/bigdrinkrethinkProduced by winteraudio.co.ukAbout Professor Carol EmslieProfessor Carol Emslie is co-Director of the Research Centre for Health at Glasgow Caledonian University and is co-Chair of the Scottish Alcohol Research Network. Her applied research aims to understand the social context of drinking and explore ways to reduce alcohol harm. She has been interviewed by BBC Panorama,...

What seems to create the link between elite male hockey players and sexual assault allegations? In spite of increasing awareness of violence against women and work to support victims of sexual assault, it seems that conditions continue to exist to perpetuate sexual violence in sports against women. Delving into this and seeking a path forward, Evan is joined by Dr. Walter S. DeKeseredy, professor and Anna Deane Carlson Endowed Chair of Social Sciences, director for the Research Centre on Violence - Sociology at West Virginia University, to discuss what can be done to increase athlete accountability.

For the second CTRS seminar of 2025, we were joined by Dr Antonia Pizzey, the Postdoctoral Researcher at the Research Centre for Studies of the Second Vatican Council at the Australian Catholic University, who gave a paper entitled: Imagining Church: Mystery, Imagination, and Metaphor. This seminar forms part of the Catholic Theology Research Seminar Series (CTRS). The CTRS is a regular forum for scholarly discussion of pertinent issues in the Catholic traditions of theology and Church. The seminar series ranges across the traditional theological disciplines (scriptural, historical, philosophical, systematic, liturgical, ethical and practical/pastoral), Catholic social thought and practice, and social-scientific approaches to Catholicism.

Barry Snell talks to Dr Peter Simcock, from Birmingham City University (BCU), about an exciting new education and research centre, which hopes to address the issue of dual sensory loss. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

New research from the Massey University's Financial Education and Research Centre has found less than $500,000 saved for retirement could be enough. Financial Advice NZ CEO Nick Hakes spoke to Corin Dann.

DOES NUCLEAR WIN THE ENERGY WARS? WITH GERARD HOLLAND OF PAGE RESEARCH CENTRE COMMANDING THE NARRATIVE EPISODE 57 Steven Tripp is joined by Gerard Holland, the CEO of the Page Research Centre. Page Research Centre seeks to inform and influence policy that delivers positive outcomes for rural and regional Australia. As the CEO of Page, Gerard outlines his views on how rural communities are underrepresented in Australian politics, despite contributing to much of the wealth of the Nation. Through the research from Page, Gerard dives deep into Australia's energy grid and explains why renewables are driving up energy prices, while at the same time making our energy security far more vulnerable. Gerard advocates for coal and nuclear energy and discusses how both forms of energy can contribute to our electrical generation. This is a superb interview with Gerard, who showcases' his knowledge and expertise as one of Australia's leading authorities on our energy grid. To contact or follow Gerard Holland, visit: https://x.com/gerardgholland https://www.instagram.com/thegerardholland To contact or follow the Page Research Centre, visit: https://www.page.org.au To sign up to the Australians for Better Government for FREE, visit: https://www.australiansforbetter.com/join KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL OUR PODCASTS AND ARTICLES, visit: https://www.commandingthenarrative.com SHOW YOUR SUPPORT for Commanding the Narrative by donating – your support is much appreciated! https://www.commandingthenarrative.com/donate https://www.buymeacoffee.com/commandingthenarrative TO GET YOUR ‘Commanding the Narrative' merchandise, head to: https://xcandidates.tshirts.net.au CONTACT US BY EMAIL: commandingthenarrative@outlook.com steven.tripp@australiansforbetter.com Hosted by: • Steven Tripp - Internationally published political commentator https://x.com/RealStevenTripp https://www.facebook.com/theRealStevenTripp https://spectator.com.au/author/steven-tripp Follow Commanding the Narrative on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4GIXhHBogM1McL5EPGP3DT Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/ExCandidates Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CommandingTheNarrative Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/commandingthenarrative X: https://x.com/commandthenarra YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@commandingthenarrative Gettr: https://gettr.com/user/commandingthenarrative Truth Social: https://truthsocial.com/@ExCandidates Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/commanding-the-narrative/id1631685864 Please share and spread the word! #AusPol #nswpol #interview #podcast #politics #commentary #narrative #minorparties #libertarian #onenation #uap #liberal #nationals #labor #greens #steventripp #australia #teals #senate #commanding #narrative #CtN #pageresearch #gerardholland #nuclear #coal #renewables #wind #solar

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PREVIEW: SOUTH KOREA: East Asia Research Centre analyst Tara O identifies leading presidential candidate Lee Jae-myung's anti-U.S. and pro-PRC positions ahead of South Korea's elections. More tonight. 1904 Korea

In October this year, the social media giant META, took down a Russian network of social media accounts spreading disinformation on the War on Ukraine. META says it is the largest network of its kind, the company disrupted since the war in Ukraine began. More specifically, identified social media accounts were sharing false information by relaunching fake articles published on 60 websites impersonating legitimate news organisations. Articles published on these websites were shared on social media and messaging apps, such as Facebook, Instagram, Telegram and Twitter. On this episode of Europe Talks Back, host Alexander Damiano Ricci interviews Marìa Dios, editor at Europe Talks Back, about the pro-Russian disinformation operation taken down by META and Trisha Meyer, Professor of Digital Governance and Participation at the Brussels School of Governance of the Vrije Universiteit Brussel. Professor Meyer leads the Research Centre for Digitalisation, Democracy and Innovation, the BA in Communication and Public Relations, and the Jean Monnet Winter and Summer Schools on EU Policy-Making.Join us on our journey through the events that shape the European continent and the European Union.Production: EuropodFollow us on:LinkedInInstagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The world's first fabrication and design of a silicon chip without direct human input has been completed by researchers at Lero, the University of Limerick-based Research Centre for Software, heralding the possibility of creating a new high-tech export-based industry in Ireland. Professor of Machine Learning at the University of Limerick Conor Ryan led the research team which has just filed a patent for the totally Irish-designed process that came from a project entitled "Automatic Design of Digital Circuits' (ADDC) funded by Research Ireland. "This is the first time ever anywhere in the world that machine learning has been used to design and fabricate a silicon chip entirely from scratch. This could pave the way for a new era of automated digital circuit design with Ireland at its centre, creating a new export industry with many well-paying jobs. "The patent secures the proprietary methods and novel approach to automating silicon chip design's traditionally manual, complex, and error-prone process. The techniques created by Lero replace traditional methods with an entirely automated flow, reducing the need for human intervention and minimising the risks of design errors," said Prof Ryan, a lead researcher at Lero. The Limerick-based team plans to work with selected global chip design and fabrication companies following the successful manufacture of a Lero-designed chip by world-leading chip foundry TSMC, paving the way for a new era of automated digital circuit design. Prof Ryan said their patent covers the use of a grammar-based optimisation engine that ensures all generated designs are manufacturable and ready for production and opens the door to smarter, faster, and more sustainable hardware design, with potential applications in consumer electronics, healthcare, automotive, and more. "The system combines cutting-edge machine learning with industry-standard tools and workflows, ensuring the results are compatible with modern manufacturing processes. "It radically reduces the time and financial resources required to produce integrated circuits, democratising access to advanced hardware innovation. Our process also eliminates an entire step in the traditional verification process," he added. Prof. Ryan acknowledged that the project was made possible through partnerships with leading experts and organisations, utilising TSMC's world-class fabrication facilities. The process is protected under European Patent Application No. 24213734.7, which is held by the University of Limerick and the Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest, and covers Digital Circuit Creation Tool and Method.

What prevents women from seeking safe, legal abortions? Studies show that the awareness about abortion and its legality is very low among people. To add to the confusion, the implementation of the Pre-Conception and Pre-Natal Diagnostic Techniques Act, 1994 or PCPNDT Act which makes sex selection illegal gives anti-abortion messages.  This is the fifth and final episode of a series Matter of Choice, a series that explores how women face medical, legal and social barriers to abortions. Suno India's Menaka Rao spoke to Saraswati Sahu, a leader with the Chhatisgarh Mahila Mukti Morcha that works on the rights of workers, who talks about her own abortion stories and how she used to feel abortion was illegal, and that she had to undergo abortion surreptitiously. Menaka also talked to Pritam Potdar, the managing director with the Pune-based non-profit, Samyak Communication and Research Centre, which works on gender rights. Menaka also spoke to Vinoj Manning, the CEO of the international non profit Ipas Development Foundation and his colleague, Samina Parveen who works as a specialist in the research and evaluation team at IPAS which recently released a survey on the attitudes of Indians about abortion.  This podcast is supported by Pulitzer center References Trends in selective abortions of girls in India: analysis of nationally representative birth histories from 1990 to 2005 and census data from 1991 to 2011 - PubMed Pre-Conception & Pre-Natal Diagnostic Techniques Act, 1994 | India Code At 914, child sex ratio is the lowest since Independence - The Hindu https://www.masum-india.org.in/images/Sex%20selection%20and%20safe%20abortion.pdf Doctors wary of conducting abortions after 12 weeks | Mumbai news - Hindustan Times Illegal sale of abortion pills: Drug inspectors raid seven medical stores in Beed | Mumbai News - Times of India Private detectives to check sex determination tests in Punjab | Chandigarh News - Times of India Why getting a safe abortion by a registered gynaecologist has become almost impossible (PDF) " If a woman has even one daughter, I refuse to perform the abortion " : Sex determination and safe abortion in India (PDF) Evaluating the relative effectiveness of high-intensity and low-intensity models of behaviour change communication interventions for abortion care-seeking in Bihar and Jharkhand, India: A cross-sectional study Improving care seeking behavior of young women for sexual and reproductive health in Assam and Madhya PradeshSee sunoindia.in/privacy-policy for privacy information.

ADAPT, the Research Ireland Centre for AI-Driven Digital Content Technology, with the support of Google, today announced the launch of its new online training course, AI Literacy in the Classroom. This interactive 90-minute course is designed to empower post-primary educators with essential AI literacy skills, equipping them to guide their students in the safe, ethical, and responsible use of AI in schoolwork. The course offers two key modules, AI Literacy and AI and Ethics. Through engaging activities and expert insights, it helps teachers and school leaders navigate the evolving role of AI in education. Participants will gain practical tools to integrate AI literacy into their teaching practices, ensuring that students are well-prepared to engage with AI technologies responsibly. AI Literacy in the Classroom is coordinated by ADAPT's award-winning Education and Public Engagement team. The course is built on expert input from leading academics in Media Literacy, AI and Ethics, and Digital Learning from ADAPT and Dublin City University. Guidance from a teacher co-creation panel helped ensure the course aligned with teachers' needs. This online course complements ADAPT's AI Literacy in the Classroom workshop series, providing flexible learning opportunities for teachers across Ireland. The inaugural workshop in the series was held in November at The Foundry, Google Dublin, where the first cohort of post-primary teachers explored ethical approaches to AI integration in the classroom. Feedback from participants highlighted the importance of fostering AI literacy as an essential skill for both educators and students. Laura Grehan, Head of Education, Engagement and Societal Impact with ADAPT at DCU, stated: "AI is becoming a pervasive part of everyday life, including the field of education. This course provides teachers with the knowledge and confidence they need to support their students in using AI tools effectively and responsibly. By focusing on ethics and practical application, we aim to empower educators to lead the way in fostering a new generation of AI-literate students." This initiative underscores ADAPT's commitment to enhancing education through cutting-edge research and collaboration. By integrating the expertise of educators, researchers, and industry partners like Google, AI Literacy in the Classroom bridges the gap between technology and learning, ensuring that classrooms remain spaces for innovation and ethical growth. Ryan Meade, Public Policy & Government Affairs Manager at Google Ireland, noted: "At Google, we want to equip Ireland's young people and educators with the skills needed to understand and navigate this transformative technology. Our support for ADAPT underlines our commitment to making AI literacy accessible across Ireland, ensuring that students are prepared to shape an AI-enabled future that benefits all." How to Access the Course The AI Literacy in the Classroom online training course is now available for post-primary teachers and school leaders nationwide. For more information and to enrol, visit adaptcentre.ie/ai-literacy-in-the-classroom.

Improving technology-enabled home care for older people to help Ireland reduce the annual €500 million impact on the economy from people falling - especially those over 65 - is one of the goals of a new interdisciplinary research programme at Lero, the University of Limerick-based Research Centre for Software. A two-year €140,000 research programme focussing on technology-enabled care (TEC) in home environments is being part-funded by Shannon-headquartered Ei Electronics, one of Ireland's leading indigenous electronics manufacturing and exporting companies, employing 1,250 worldwide. Lero researcher Associate Professor Katie Crowley said that while technology-enabled care (TEC) in home environments currently has support items such as motion sensors and panic buttons, the innovative development and use of technology can help people function safely and remain at home longer. Dr Crowley, who is also attached to The Ageing Research Centre (ARC) at the University of Limerick (UL), added: "One example of this is in relation to falls. The National Health Service in the UK report that approximately 1 in 3 adults over 65 years and half of people over 80 will have at least one fall a year. "In Ireland, the economic impact of falls is €500 million annually, according to data from the Health Service Executive. For the elderly, having a fear of falling significantly increases the chance of having a fall, and emerging evidence suggests that having monitoring technology reduces this fear, leading to improved mobility for the older person," added Dr Crowley, who lectures in the Department of Computer Science and Information Systems at UL. Lero lead researcher Prof. Ita Richardson believes a growing need exists to modify and integrate occupational home practice with innovative technology and software, changing homecare significantly for older people who often have cognitive, physical, caregiving and healthcare needs. "Initially, we need to understand how older people's lives and the lives of their formal and informal carers could change through TEC," said Prof. Richardson, who also shares her expertise with ARC. The Lero team also includes Dr Ann-Marie Morrissey, who brings occupational therapy expertise to the project. Ei Electronics head of research and development Mike Keegan said they are delighted to work with Lero, whose work in connected health, driverless vehicles, smart communities, and other areas is world-leading. "At Ei Electronics, we are all about deploying dependable technologies to improve people's living environment today and into the future. Where lives are at risk, especially among older adults living independently, nothing can be left to chance, and we hope this programme can make life less stressful for those living by themselves and those supporting that independence," he added.

In this episode of Lung Cancer Considered, Dr. Aakash Desai moderates a discussion in Hindi on management of non-small cell lung cancer and small cell lung cancer in the Indian context. The group discusses advances in immunotherapy in resectable NSCLC and other new treatments on the horizon. Host: Dr. Aakash Desai is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the O'Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of Alabama in Birmingham, Alabama. He is the Co-Chair, Lung Cancer Working Group, and Associate Director, Phase 1 and Precision Oncology Program. Guest: Dr. Navneet Singh is a Professor, Department of Pulmonary Medicine, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER) in Chandigarh, India. Guest: Dr. Sewanti Limaye is the Director of Medical & Precision Oncology and Director of Clinical and Translational Oncology Research at the Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre in Mumbai, India. She is the Co-Chair of the Asia Pacific Coalition Against Lung Cancer.

In this episode Danny Houlihan travels out from his Research Centre in North Kerry Ireland to the Banks of Loughderg to the famous Brookfield Farm with his friends in Brilliant Ballybunion and the 2024 Filed Exchange. This is the second in the outside broadcast series recorded live on location in Ireland by Danny Houlihan. The Field Exchange is pioneering the rebirth of our old Irish customs and and culture linking with the creative artistic talents with a strong emphasis on climate change and the re development of forestry and local food producers in Ireland and the relationship with our land and our agricultural sector who are developing a new strategy to become more eco based within their local area and being self sufficient in many aspects. This is being funded by Creative Ireland who are supporting many of these unique journeys. Danny Houlihan met some of the participants on the day and recorded just a sample of the event it was inspirational and this episode will give us all food for thought. so sit back and put on the kettle and enjoy another taste and it is just only a taste of a unique Irish Experience once more.

This week Nicola and Di chat with the entertaining and multi-talented Tottie Goldsmith. Tottie has been part of the Australian performing arts industry for 4 decades, with an incredible career that spans music, film, television, radio and theatre. In the 80s, Tottie became known as Melbourne's IT girl, and was part of the pop group, The Chantoozies. Over the next few decades she appeared on so many iconic Australian TV shows including Young Doctors, Prisoner, Neighbours, and The Sex/Life series to name just a few. Tottie is also a proud mum, a marriage celebrant and the niece of our beloved Olivia Newton-John. In 2020 Tottie was awarded an OAM for her contribution to charity and the performing arts.  In this episode, we hear all about Tottie's unconventional upbringing and some of the incredible stories from her childhood. She was born in the 60s to a legend of the Australian nightclub industry, Brian Goldsmith and the model and actress Rona Newton-John. We hear the heartbreaking story of how Tottie's mum left her and her 2 siblings, when Tottie was only 2.5, to pursue a career overseas and the huge impact that had on Tottie's life.  Tottie opens up about the absolutely beautiful relationship that she had with her aunt Olivia, who was always looking out for her and loving her in ways that her mother wasn't able to. Olivia was a true angel in Tottie's life.  Not only that, but we hear some fun stories from Tottie's love life and the lessons she's learned along the way through the relationships she's had. Tottie is someone who really has done a lot of work on herself, and is committed to continuing to learn and grow. It's inspiring to listen to. We had so much fun in this chat with Tottie - it was absolutely like having another girlfriend with us over the back fence. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did.  Follow Tottie on IG here Support the Olivia Newton-John Cancer Wellness and Research Centre here Find out more about Tottie's work here Follow Nicola and Di on IG hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With ESMO 24 firmly in the rearview mirror, the dust settling, and the end of the year closing in, Michael and Josh take one final look at the trials that may change practice, direct research, or are just generally interesting. This week, we interviewed Dr Geoffrey Chong, a medical oncologist specialising in gastrointestinal cancers who currently holds appointments at the Olivia Newton-John Cancer Wellness and Research Centre and the Northern Hospital.Enjoy!Links to studies discussed in this episode (subscription may be required):APOLLOLEAP-012CABINETINTERAACT-2MOONLIGHTNICHE-2NICHE-3TOPGEARRAMTASSOLARISFor more episodes, resources and blog posts, visit www.inquisitiveonc.comPlease find us on Twitter @InquisitiveOnc!If you want us to look at a specific trial or subject, email us at inquisitiveonc@gmail.comOncology for the Inquisitive Mind is recorded with the support of education grants from our foundation partners Pfizer, Gilead Pharmaceuticals and Merck Pharmaceuticals. Our partners have no editorial rights or early previews, and they have access to the episode at the same time you do.Art courtesy of Taryn SilverMusic courtesy of AlisiaBeats: https://pixabay.com/users/alisiabeats-39461785/Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. If you are unwell, seek medical advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More than 400,000 people have fled to Syria to escape Israel's military operations in Lebanon, according to the United Nations. With the numbers expected to grow as Israel steps up its offensive, neighbouring Turkey, already home to the world's largest number of refugees, fears a new wave of people seeking sanctuary. Over 405,000 people – both Lebanese and Syrian – have crossed into Syria from Lebanon since the start of Israel's offensive, according to figures from UN refugee agency UNHCR.Approximately 60 percent are under 18, UN spokesman Farhan Haq said on Thursday, and most are struggling to meet basic needs.The returnees are mainly people who had sought sanctuary in Lebanon from the civil war in Syria, now in its 13th year. "In Lebanon, there have been nearly one million Syrian refugees just since 2011," says Metin Corabatir of the Research Centre on Asylum and Migration, an Ankara-based NGO.He warns this could be just the beginning of the exodus if the fighting in Lebanon continues, threatening to overwhelm Syria."We are not talking only about Syrian refugees going back to Syria, but the Lebanese population is moving, crossing the border to Syria. And Syria would either try to close the borders or force them to go north to the Turkish borders," Corabatir told RFI."This really would lead to a catastrophic situation for people, for countries and may pull Turkey into more tensions with Israel."Anti-refugee backlashPeople fleeing Lebanon have been arriving at refugee camps in north-east Syria, close to the Turkish border. But Turkey, already hosting an estimated five million refugees, including over three million Syrians, is facing growing public backlash over their presence."Turkey basically cannot handle more refugees," warns Ozgur Unluhisarcikli, head of the Ankara office of the German Marshall Fund of the United States, an international think tank.Earlier this year, tensions spilled over into violence against refugees in the provincial city of Kayseri. The issue has become a significant political liability for the government, with opinion polls routinely finding large majorities wanting refugees to leave.Even if the country has the practical capacity to take more people in, "I don't see Turkey accepting a massive new wave of refugees", predicts Unluhisarcikli. Turkey's Syrian refugees face local hostility as economic problems mountBorder barricadesIn the last couple of years, Ankara has constructed a wall along its border with Syria in a bid to prevent more refugees from entering Turkey. Murat Aslan, of the pro-government Seta Foundation for Political, Economic and Social Research, believes such efforts will only continue as the war in the Middle East threatens to trigger a new exodus."Turkey does not want any further waves coming from another region because Turkey is just experiencing and mending an economic crisis," he says. "Inflation is currently under control, and we expect a decrease in it."What does another wave of refugees mean? A lot of spending, a lot of inflation, and other than this, societal insecurity. That's why Turkey will not tolerate another wave."  But such a stance will likely be tested if Israel continues its offensive, creating more refugees and with them, the risk of Turkey facing a humanitarian crisis on its border.Turkey continues to host more refugees than anyone else, but for how long?

Two men have been charged with murder after a man was stabbed to death in Canterbury city centre. Emergency services were called to the high street but the victim died at the scene – the two suspects are due in court today. Also in today's podcast, there are fears some people living in a Kent village are missing out on medical services after a GP surgery closed more than two years ago. It means more than 7,000 residents are already having to travel to neighbouring areas for an appointment with hundreds more homes planned for the area in the coming years. A community say they're “living in fear” after an escaped dog mauled a Chihuahua to death in the street. The Staffordshire bull terrier had escaped from a nearby yard and had no lead or collar. An abandoned research centre will go up for auction this month. The site in Sittingbourne includes laboratories and workshops and is expected to fetch more than three-quarters of a million pounds. And in football news you can hear from the Gillingham boss and defender Max Ehmer after their loss to Accrington Stanley over the weekend. Mark Bonner was left disappointed by the performance and says his team were too easy to create chances against. 

The wine industry is hoping a new programme will help double production. The Government is investing $5.6 million over seven years into the programme, Next Generation Viticulture. It aims to grow vines more efficiently, turning sunlight into grapes. NZ Winegrowers Research Centre CEO Dr Juliet Ansell says it will redesign canopy management. "It enables the vines to capture as much sunlight as they can - and encourage that sunlight to be transformed into fruit, rather than leaves or vegetative growth." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More than 80 years ago, the Fall of Singapore and the War in the Pacific touched almost all Australian households in some way. With Victory in the Pacific (VP) Day recently commemorated on August 15, we are joined by expert military historian Prof. Peter Stanley.Peter is a prize-winning historian and author of more than 40 books, who spent 33 years working at the Australian War Memorial (where he was Principal Historian) and the National Museum of Australia (as the inaugural head of its Research Centre).In this episode, Peter takes us on a journey through the invasion and occupation of Borneo and Singapore by the Japanese during the Second World War, and what we can expect to experience on a visit to these significant sites today.Academy Travel is a leading specialist in small-group cultural tours, allowing you to travel with like-minded companions and learn from internationally renowned experts. Like our podcast, our tours are designed to appeal to travellers with a strong interest in history, archaeology, architecture, the visual arts and the performing arts.Learn more here - https://academytravel.com.au/

In this imperfectly perfect conversation, I talk with Dr Ash Brockwell who is Associate Professor and Problem-Based Learning Lead at London Interdisciplinary School (LIS) We start with Ash's journey into education. He is an interdisciplinary educator, writer, and consultant. He holds an MBiochem degree in Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry from the University of Oxford, an MSc in Environmental Anthropology from the University of Kent, and a PhD in Education for Sustainability from Wageningen University and Research Centre in The Netherlands. We also discussed belonging and othering and the rise of the Extreme Right in Europe. Finally we talked about Ash's latest book and the language we use to talk about us humans as not separate from nature and that we are all inter and intra connected. And so much more... I loved every minute of this dialogue and I invite you to listen in. I am sure you won't regret it.

Welcome to the fifth season of the ISTAART PIA Relay Podcast, brought to you by Dementia Researcher. In this six-part series, members of ISTAART professional interest areas (PIAs) take turns interviewing their colleagues about the latest research in Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. This episode features a Caitlyn Fastenau, a PhD candidate from the University of Texas Health Science Centre interviewing Dr Jessica Caldwell, a neuropsychologist and director of the Women's Alzheimer's Movement Prevention and Research Centre at Cleveland Clinic. Dr Caldwell discusses her pioneering work at the world's only clinic designed specifically for women to reduce their Alzheimer's risk, focusing on sex and gender differences in the disease. She highlights the critical role of menopause, stress, and hormonal changes in Alzheimer's risk and shares insights into the importance of diverse research populations and the unique challenges faced by women caregivers. Tune-in as explore hot topics of sex and gender differences in Alzheimer's research, including the impact of menopause, the need for gender-diverse studies, and the initiatives of the ISTAART Sex and Gender PIA and what they have planned for AAIC. Whether you're a researcher, clinician, or someone affected by Alzheimer's, this episode offers valuable perspectives on the intersections of gender, health, and dementia. -- The Alzheimer's Association International Society to Advance Alzheimer's Research and Treatment (ISTAART) convenes the global Alzheimer's and dementia science community. Members share knowledge, fuel collaboration and advance research to find more effective ways to detect, treat and prevent Alzheimer's and other dementias. Professional Interest Areas (PIA) are an assembly of ISTAART members with common subspecialties or interests. -- There are currently 30 PIAs covering a wide range of interests and fields, from the PIA to Elevate Early Career Researchers to Biofluid Based Biomarkers and everything in between. To sign-up to ISTAART and a PIA visit: http://www.istaart.alz.org Note: ISTAART Membership is free for students worldwide, and for researchers of all levels based in Low- and Middle-Income Countries. -- To book your place at this year's AAIC (In-person and online) visit: http://www.aaic.alz.org You can also enjoy this show as a video on our YouTube Channel at: https://youtu.be/E0NWtCyJtzI -- Find more information on our guests, and a full transcript of this podcast on our website at: www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/podcast -- The views and opinions expressed by guests in this podcast represent those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect those of NIHR Dementia Researchers, PIA membership, ISTAART or the Alzheimer's Association.

En este episodio del podcast dedicado al sueño entrevistamos al Dr. Javier Albares, un reconocido especialista con años de experiencia investigando y tratando diversas alteraciones del sueño. Su libro "La ciencia del buen dormir" ha ayudado a miles de personas a mejorar su calidad de vida a través de mejores hábitos de sueño. Con él hablamos sobre curiosidades y datos que todos deberíamos saber sobre cómo dormir mejor.

Can ghosts interact with each other? Why do some objects seem to carry 'energy'? Where's the best place to keep a cursed object? Ask Neil Packer! He owns the Haunted Antiques Paranormal Research Centre, in Hinkley UK. ***ANOTHER LIVE SHOW DATE!***We Can Be Weirdos will also be recorded LIVE on 17th June 2024, at the Underbelly Boulevard, London. Another wild night to ignite the suppressed bit of batsh*t in you.Head here for more info and tickets: https://underbellyboulevard.com/tickets/we-can-be-weirdos-live/

In the UK, a general election has been called - and around the world, ½ the global population will be voting this year; so in this episode we'll be talking about how elections and health intersect. Firstly, what are the UK parties' plans for health? Abi Rimmer, The BMJ's UK features editor joins us with the latest information. The world's largest democracy is polling, so how are Indian politicians talking about health?  Sanjay Nagral, surgeon and director of the Department of Surgical Gastroenterology at Jaslok Hospital & Research Centre in Mumbai takes us through the campaign promises. And finally, Jody Heymann is founding director of the WORLD Policy Analysis Center at UCLA and explains why this is the most consequential US election for woman's health in a generation.   01:30 Election Fever and NHS Plans 07:35 Impact of Elections on Health in India 21:20 Women's Health in the US Elections   Reading list Feature: The untold health toll of voting Editorial: Workplace rights around pregnancy and childbirth

No terceiro episódio da série “O amanhã, hoje.” em parceria com a GWM Brasil, tive um bate-papo sobre o papel fundamental que a revolução "verde" do hidrogênio está causando, as mudanças da nossa matriz energética, sustentabilidade e energia renovável. Minha convidada dessa vez é a Coordenadora do Grupo de Pesquisa em Bioenergia (GBIO), IEE/USP, Pesquisadora do Research Centre for Greenhouse Gas Innovation da USP e Professora sênior da USP, Suani Coelho. Ouça agora mesmo esse episódio na íntegra.     #energia #hidrogenioverde #energialimpa #energiasustentavel #gwm #hellotomorrow #economia #ricardoamorim #palestras  Gostou do episódio? Avalie e mande o seu comentário aqui na plataforma.    MINHAS REDES SOCIAIS:   - Instagram: http://bit.ly/ricamnoinsta   - Telegram: https://t.me/ricardoamorimoficial   - Twitter: http://bit.ly/ricamnotwitter   - Youtube: http://bit.ly/youtubericam   - Facebook: http://bit.ly/ricamnoface   - Linkedin: http://bit.ly/ricamnolinkedin   E-MAIL   Mande suas sugestões para gustavo@ricamconsultoria.com.br    COTAR PALESTRA:   https://bit.ly/consulte-ricam   CRÉDITOS:   ricamconsultoria.com.br

A new research centre will draw on the traditional practices and knowledge used by generations of Indigenous communities to care for Australian land and maintain cultural heritage.

Matai Medical Research Institute - a not-for-profit research and innovation centre - first opened its doors in Gisborne-Tairawhiti in 2019. Five years later, it has a brand new purpose-built campus and is being hailed a world-leader in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

Das Austrian Centre in London Eine exil-österreichische Institution (5) Das Austrian Centre in London war ein Fixpunkt der Exilszene in Großbritannien und eine exilösterreichische Institution. Über dessen Ende spricht zu Beginn Sonja Frank, die Enkelin der Young Austrian-Mitglieder Fanny und Ludwig Grossmann. In weiteren Interviews sind Jana Waldhör, Literaturwissenschaftlerin und Charmian Brinson, Germanistin und Mitbegründerin des Research Centre for German & Austrian Exile Studies zu hören - Sendung vom 17.5.2024

Das Austrian Centre in London Eine exil-österreichische Institution (3) Das kulturpolitische Engagement des Austrian Centre in London - Mit Charmian Brinson, Mitbegründerin des Research Centre of German & Austrian Exile Studies un dem Regisseur Otto Tausig - Sendung vom 15.5.2024

In this episode of Quakers Today, we ask, “What does it mean to be welcomed in a space?” Peterson Toscano (he/him) and Miche McCall (they/them) discuss the concept of feeling welcome. Miche describes their sense of safety under a blanket while podcasting from Logrono, Spain, during their Camino de Santiago pilgrimage. They explore how welcoming spaces can be challenging for individuals with unique identities, especially in religious settings, and emphasize that genuine inclusivity often differs from mere proclamations of welcome. To see our full show notes and transcript visit www.quakerstoday.org Rhiannon Grant  "If the Quaker community were a household, who would be the owners and who would be the guests?" Peterson Toscano chats with Rhiannon Grant (she/her) from Woodbrooke Quaker Learning and Research Centre about her article, “A Family of Friends,” which explores the importance of creating welcoming spaces within Quaker communities. Rhiannon, a lifelong Quaker and member of various faith communities, uses the metaphor of a household to explore the roles and feelings of welcome within Quaker meetings. She also discusses how implicit signals can create exclusion and emphasizes the significance of creating spaces where diverse theological beliefs are openly discussed and valued. Learn more about Rhiannon Grant Rhiannon Grant is Woodbrooke's Deputy Programme Leader for Research and Programme Coordinator for Modern Quaker Thought. Rhiannon's work at Woodbrooke spans academic and practice-based approaches to Quakerism. She teaches in Woodbrooke's short course program, supervises research, and teaches postgraduate students within the Centre for Research in Quaker Studies. Outside Woodbrooke, she researches and writes about Quakers for both academic and general audiences, as well as writing fiction and poetry. Her interests center on British Quakerism in the 20th and 21st centuries, especially Quaker theology, ways of speaking about God, and the developments in practice and religious diversity.  You can follow Rhiannon as @bookgeekrelng on X and on Facebook. Watch a YouTube video of her keynote address about Deep Hospitality. Read her Pendle Hill pamphlet Telling the Truth About God: Quaker Approaches to Theology, and look out for a new one entitled Deep Hospitality.   Lisa Graustein on What is a Welcoming Space? Lisa Graustein (she/her), a diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) facilitator, discusses creating truly welcoming spaces in Quaker meetings by ensuring physical accessibility and accommodating diverse needs. She emphasizes the importance of inclusivity, recognizing varied contributions, and continually evaluating if all voices are being heard and needs met. This approach requires ongoing effort and reflection to foster genuine inclusivity. This is a short excerpt from a QuakerSpeak video featuring a variety of voices. The video is entitled What's the Difference Between a Welcoming and an Inclusive Space? See more videos like this on the QuakerSpeak YouTube channel or at QuakerSpeak.org. Learn more about Lisa Graustein. Lisa Graustein is a teacher, facilitator, and artist who holds an MEd in racial justice education. For 20 years, she taught in public middle and high schools. Currently, Lisa works as a DEI facilitator and trainer with schools and nonprofits throughout the northeast. She has been a facilitator for Beyond Diversity 101. A Univeralist Friend, she is part of a group of Quakers founding Three Rivers Meeting, a Queer, Christian Quaker meeting. A solo mom and potter, Lisa lives in an intentional community on the unceded Neponset Band of the Massachusetts land. Reviews More than a Dream: The Radical March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom by Yohuru Williams and Michael G. Long provides an in-depth look at the 1963 March on Washington, highlighting the crucial roles of activists like Bayard Rustin. This makes it ideal for middle school students. The book has been longlisted for the 2023 National Book Awards in the category of Young People's Literature. The First Day of Peace by Todd Schuster and Maya Soetoro-Ng, illustrated by Tatiana Gardel, tells the story of two communities coming together to help each other, illustrating the concept of peace and welcome for children. More than a Dream: The Radical March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom reviewed by Gwen Gosney Erickson The First Day of Peace reviewed by Katie Green See all of the May 2024 Reviews on Friends Journal Closing  Peterson and McCall discuss their upcoming participation in the 2024 Friends General Conference at Haverford College, where Miche will lead earth-centered worship with Quaker Earth Witness and Peterson will conduct interviews for the podcast.  You can now follow Quakers Today on Instagram, TikTok, and the platform now known as X.  Question for next month Who is a historical figure whom you admire but whose actions and words also trouble you? Historians, activists, and content creators help us gain a fuller, more balanced view of often revered historical figures. We learn that the heroes of old were not perfect.  Leave a text or voice memo with your name and the town where you live. The number to call is 317-QUAKERS, that's 317-782-5377. +1 if calling from outside the U.S. You can also comment on our social media or email us podcast@friendsjournal.org.  Quakers Today is the companion podcast to Friends Journal and other Friends Publishing Corporation (FPC) content online. It is written, hosted, and produced by Peterson Toscano and Miche McCall with assistance from Christopher Cuthrell. Season Three of Quakers Today is sponsored by American Friends Service Committee.  Do you want to challenge unjust systems and promote lasting peace? The American Friends Service Committee, or AFSC, works with communities worldwide to drive social change. Their website features meaningful steps you can take to make a difference. Through their Friends Liaison Program, you can connect your meeting or church with AFSC and their justice campaigns. Find out how you can become part of AFSC's global community of changemakers. Visit AFSC.org.  Feel free to send comments, questions, and requests. Email us at podcast@friendsjournal.org. Call our listener voicemail line: 317-QUAKERS.Music from this episode comes from Epidemic Sound.

It's hoped a massive new water tank will give a big boost to the seafood and marine industries. The new, $2 million flume tank has been installed at Plant & Food's research centre in Port Nelson. Samantha Gee was at the launch.

To what extent can a computer network be actively managed and defended by intelligent autonomous agents? In this episode, Ed talks to Vasilios Mavroudis and Chris Hicks explore this question and more.  Vas and Chris lead the Turing's AI for Cyber Defence (AICD) research centre which seeks to fundamentally transform the way in which we secure digital systems through the development and application of cutting edge, deep-learning based approaches to intelligent agents.    Find more information about AICD here   Don't forget to explore our shorter AI in the news podcast - too long didn't read

How do you solve a problem like CO2? As the curtain closes on the world's most important climate summit, we talk to a scientist who was at COP 28 and is working to solve our carbon dioxide problem. Professor Mercedes Maroto-Valer thinks saving the planet is still Mission Possible - but key to success is turning excess of the climate-busting gas, carbon dioxide, into something useful. And as Director of the Research Centre for Carbon Solutions at Heriot-Watt University and the UK's Decarbonisation Champion, she has lots of innovative ideas on how to do this. She also has a great climate-themed suggestion for what you should say when someone asks your age… Presenter: Jim Al-Khalili Producer: Gerry Holt Audio editor: Sophie Ormiston Production Co-ordinator: Jonathan Harris

Indonesia's ambitious plan to move the administrative headquarters of its capital city from Jakarta to a new location on the island of Borneo, in the East Kalimantan province, is nearing the completion of its first phase. Known as Nusantara, the new city's inauguration is scheduled to coincide with Indonesia's Independence Day on 17th August, the date of the final term of office for the current President Joko Widodo. The project has been deemed necessary as Jakarta is considered no longer fit for purpose. Located on the island of Java, it ranks as one of the most densely populated cities in the world and it is reported to be sinking by around 17 centimetres a year in some areas, due to a combination of environmental pollution and climate change. With four more phases to go, around two million people are expected to inhabit Nusantara by the planned completion date of 2045, but that remains dependent on a number of factors and the schedule has already hit some challenges. Future development is reliant on billions of dollars from foreign investors and currently the Government is struggling to secure much commitment. Furthermore, with Presidential elections due next month, there are concerns about whether a new leader will be inclined to continue with the vision announced by the outgoing President Joko Widodo. So this week on The Inquiry, we're asking ‘Can Indonesia pull off relocating its capital?' Contributors: Dr Athiqah Nur Alami, Head of Research Centre for Politics, National Research and Innovation Agency, Indonesia. Dimas Wisnu Adrianto, Assistant Professor, Department of Urban and Regional Planning, Brawijaya University, Indonesia Sulfikar Amir, Associate Professor of Science, Technology and Society, School of Social Sciences, Nanyang University, Singapore Julia Lau, Senior Fellow and Co Coordinator, Indonesian Studies Programme, ISEAS, Yusuf Ishak Institute, Singapore Presenter: Charmaine Cozier Producers: Matt Toulson and Jill Collins Editor: Tara McDermott Technical Producer: Nicky Edwards and Toby James Production Co-ordinator: Tim FernleyMain image: Indonesia's President Joko Widodo speaks about the planned new capital Nusantara, at Ecosperity Week in Singapore June 7, 2023. Image credit: Dimas Ardian/Bloomberg/Getty.