The document discusses how digital culture represents both a rupture from and consolidation of past cultural forms. It is a time of flux and decentralization as well as centralization and slowing down. This paradoxical state creates both opportunities for change and entrenchment of existing structures.
This document discusses the debate around full body scans at airports. It describes how a pilot, Michael Roberts, refused a full body scan and pat down because he believes it violates his rights as an American. Roberts was not allowed to fly and could lose his job as a result. The document outlines arguments both for and against full body scans, with opponents arguing it presents an invasive view of the naked body, while proponents say the images are not stored and the viewer cannot identify the traveler. Sources on both sides of the debate are referenced.
Biometric passenger identification system is installed in airports to ensure that the same person who checks in is the same person who boards the aircraft. The technique exploit human's unique physical or behavioral traits in order to authenticate people.
The document discusses biometrics, which uses physical or behavioral characteristics to identify individuals. It describes various biometric modalities like fingerprints, facial recognition, iris scans, and voice recognition. These are increasingly used for security applications like building access, computer login, and banking. Biometrics provides stronger authentication than passwords or ID cards, but has concerns around privacy and implementation costs. Overall, the document argues that multi-modal biometric systems offer greater security and are likely to see continued growth and adoption.
The document compares security measures at Changi International Airport in Singapore and Johannesburg International Airport in South Africa. It outlines the different types of security checks at each airport, including immigration, customs, and passenger and baggage screening. It notes that Changi Airport has more advanced screening technology and monitoring systems compared to Johannesburg Airport, which faces issues like a lack of screening equipment, understaffing, and poor infrastructure and coordination between security agencies. The document also discusses future plans to implement new passenger screening technologies at airports to enhance security.
The document outlines the requirements for an airport security program according to Annex 17 of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). It states that each country must require airports serving international flights to establish a written security program to meet national requirements. It also requires the establishment of an airport security committee to help coordinate security controls. The document then discusses the objectives and sources of regulations for security programs, the relevant security authorities, and provides an overview of security measures, training, and emergency response procedures that must be included.
The document discusses an airport operations and aviation security fellowship program that aims to go beyond expectations. It notes that activities were conducted not just at the airport but also outside of it through various programs and initiatives. However, no specifics are provided about the programs, initiatives, or activities discussed.
This document outlines the objectives and content of an aviation security course taught by Dr. Paul Mears. The 5-day course aims to teach participants how to ensure passenger and crew safety, identify and manage security threats, and work as a team to maintain security. It covers topics such as security mindsets, passenger profiling, restraint techniques, and how to handle various inflight incidents. Participants conduct workshops where they must apply their skills to mock aircraft scenarios and respond appropriately to security issues while minimizing flight disruption.
Radiation dose assessment of persons undergoing the soter rs security screeni...Leishman Associates
This document summarizes a study on the radiation dose assessment of a security screening device called the Soter RS. It finds that the effective radiation dose per scan is approximately 3 microsieverts, which is much lower than other medical imaging techniques like chest x-rays. While the risk to any individual is low, frequent or indiscriminate use could result in unnecessary radiation exposure. Proper training and regulatory controls are needed to ensure safe operation and optimize the security benefits versus radiation risks.
The document discusses biometric technologies for airport security. It outlines an ideal security system as being foolproof, non-evasive, fast, accurate, and user-friendly. It then examines different biometric methods like fingerprint recognition, face recognition, and iris scanning. Implementations at airports in London, New York, Israel, and Delhi are highlighted. The document concludes that evaluating one's security needs is important before choosing a system, and that using multiple biometrics provides the best option.
The document provides an overview of plumbing systems and utilities. It discusses the history and practice of plumbing in the Philippines, components of plumbing systems including water supply and distribution. It also covers water sources, treatment and purification methods, wells and pumps. Storage tanks, valves and controls are also summarized.
Egyptian national, 45 years old, environmental researcher at the Egyptian Ministry of Environment since 2005
He participated in many international and local conferences such as the International Conference on Ecotourism, the Medical Waste Conference at Mansoura University, the World Conference on Sustainable Development in India, the Conference on Sustainable Management of Plastic Waste in India, the Gender Equality Conference sponsored by the Rural Development Authority, Dedan University in India, and the New Republic Youth Forum and Climate 2022
He also held many seminars in cooperation with Mansoura University, Al-Azhar, schools and companies such as GASCO, the Arab Contractors, the UNESCO Club, the International Organization for the Protection of Wildlife (CITES), the United Nations Office in Cairo, the Arab Federation for Sustainable Development and the Environment, the Agricultural Professions Syndicate and civil society organizations.
He obtained many accredited certificates from international and local bodies, such as a certified trainer from the International Federation of Sustainable Development Experts in England, and one of the five best ambassadors for sustainable development from King Hussein University in Malaysia, and the environment and climate ambassador from GECCI in Nigeria for two years 2022 to 2024 and the best teacher An environmentalist from the ETC Center in Sweden, and one of the most influential figures in 2020 from the Al-Ahram International Center, a sustainability specialist and writer of the scientific material for the play The Tale of a Planet
He also received the medal of an initiative researcher from the platform of scientists, researchers and experts, and a member of the International Federation for Sustainable Development, and a member of the platform of scientists, researchers and experts and the Sustainable Development Network in Malaysia
This document provides an overview of food wastage and strategies to reduce it. It defines food wastage and outlines the major impacts of wastage on natural resources. Various tips and policies are presented to help prevent wastage at different stages of the food supply chain from production to consumption. Reducing wastage can help conserve resources and make more food available.
Micro-organisms play crucial roles in both causing and mitigating climate change through their use and production of greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide. Climate change is increasing risks from microbial diseases by expanding the ranges of disease vectors. However, managing microbial processes through approaches like improved agricultural practices and biofuel production could help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and help human societies adapt to climate impacts.
Microorganisms have influenced global climate for billions of years by regulating greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide and methane. They play key roles in carbon and nitrogen cycles by photosynthesizing, decomposing organic matter, fixing nitrogen, and denitrifying. Changes to these microbial processes, driven by human activities like agriculture and land use, are altering Earth's climate. Understanding microbes' roles in climate change is crucial as they will continue influencing the climate even after fossil fuel usage ends.
This document provides an introduction and overview to lessons on nutrition and healthy diets. It aims to help people understand the connection between diet and health by providing basic information on food and nutrition. The lessons are designed to improve everyday skills in making good food choices, planning nutritious meals, and establishing healthy habits and lifestyles. Over 140 activity sheets and fact sheets are included to make learning interactive and engaging through activities, exercises, investigations and analysis done individually or in groups. The lessons target middle and secondary students but can also be used by individuals and groups outside the classroom in non-formal settings.
The document provides guidance for facilitators and organizers of workshops to plan nutrition education curricula in schools. It outlines the purpose, participants, content, scheduling, information needs, and materials for the workshop. The workshop is divided into several phases: preparatory units to establish nutritional concepts, a situation analysis phase using collected data, and an action planning phase to develop nutrition education plans for schools and classrooms. The workshop aims to produce principled, evidence-based plans through collaborative participation of educators, health professionals, and other stakeholders.
Biometric passenger identification system is installed in airports to ensure that the same person who checks in is the same person who boards the aircraft. The technique exploit human's unique physical or behavioral traits in order to authenticate people.
The document discusses biometrics, which uses physical or behavioral characteristics to identify individuals. It describes various biometric modalities like fingerprints, facial recognition, iris scans, and voice recognition. These are increasingly used for security applications like building access, computer login, and banking. Biometrics provides stronger authentication than passwords or ID cards, but has concerns around privacy and implementation costs. Overall, the document argues that multi-modal biometric systems offer greater security and are likely to see continued growth and adoption.
The document compares security measures at Changi International Airport in Singapore and Johannesburg International Airport in South Africa. It outlines the different types of security checks at each airport, including immigration, customs, and passenger and baggage screening. It notes that Changi Airport has more advanced screening technology and monitoring systems compared to Johannesburg Airport, which faces issues like a lack of screening equipment, understaffing, and poor infrastructure and coordination between security agencies. The document also discusses future plans to implement new passenger screening technologies at airports to enhance security.
The document outlines the requirements for an airport security program according to Annex 17 of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). It states that each country must require airports serving international flights to establish a written security program to meet national requirements. It also requires the establishment of an airport security committee to help coordinate security controls. The document then discusses the objectives and sources of regulations for security programs, the relevant security authorities, and provides an overview of security measures, training, and emergency response procedures that must be included.
The document discusses an airport operations and aviation security fellowship program that aims to go beyond expectations. It notes that activities were conducted not just at the airport but also outside of it through various programs and initiatives. However, no specifics are provided about the programs, initiatives, or activities discussed.
This document outlines the objectives and content of an aviation security course taught by Dr. Paul Mears. The 5-day course aims to teach participants how to ensure passenger and crew safety, identify and manage security threats, and work as a team to maintain security. It covers topics such as security mindsets, passenger profiling, restraint techniques, and how to handle various inflight incidents. Participants conduct workshops where they must apply their skills to mock aircraft scenarios and respond appropriately to security issues while minimizing flight disruption.
Radiation dose assessment of persons undergoing the soter rs security screeni...Leishman Associates
This document summarizes a study on the radiation dose assessment of a security screening device called the Soter RS. It finds that the effective radiation dose per scan is approximately 3 microsieverts, which is much lower than other medical imaging techniques like chest x-rays. While the risk to any individual is low, frequent or indiscriminate use could result in unnecessary radiation exposure. Proper training and regulatory controls are needed to ensure safe operation and optimize the security benefits versus radiation risks.
The document discusses biometric technologies for airport security. It outlines an ideal security system as being foolproof, non-evasive, fast, accurate, and user-friendly. It then examines different biometric methods like fingerprint recognition, face recognition, and iris scanning. Implementations at airports in London, New York, Israel, and Delhi are highlighted. The document concludes that evaluating one's security needs is important before choosing a system, and that using multiple biometrics provides the best option.
The document provides an overview of plumbing systems and utilities. It discusses the history and practice of plumbing in the Philippines, components of plumbing systems including water supply and distribution. It also covers water sources, treatment and purification methods, wells and pumps. Storage tanks, valves and controls are also summarized.
Egyptian national, 45 years old, environmental researcher at the Egyptian Ministry of Environment since 2005
He participated in many international and local conferences such as the International Conference on Ecotourism, the Medical Waste Conference at Mansoura University, the World Conference on Sustainable Development in India, the Conference on Sustainable Management of Plastic Waste in India, the Gender Equality Conference sponsored by the Rural Development Authority, Dedan University in India, and the New Republic Youth Forum and Climate 2022
He also held many seminars in cooperation with Mansoura University, Al-Azhar, schools and companies such as GASCO, the Arab Contractors, the UNESCO Club, the International Organization for the Protection of Wildlife (CITES), the United Nations Office in Cairo, the Arab Federation for Sustainable Development and the Environment, the Agricultural Professions Syndicate and civil society organizations.
He obtained many accredited certificates from international and local bodies, such as a certified trainer from the International Federation of Sustainable Development Experts in England, and one of the five best ambassadors for sustainable development from King Hussein University in Malaysia, and the environment and climate ambassador from GECCI in Nigeria for two years 2022 to 2024 and the best teacher An environmentalist from the ETC Center in Sweden, and one of the most influential figures in 2020 from the Al-Ahram International Center, a sustainability specialist and writer of the scientific material for the play The Tale of a Planet
He also received the medal of an initiative researcher from the platform of scientists, researchers and experts, and a member of the International Federation for Sustainable Development, and a member of the platform of scientists, researchers and experts and the Sustainable Development Network in Malaysia
This document provides an overview of food wastage and strategies to reduce it. It defines food wastage and outlines the major impacts of wastage on natural resources. Various tips and policies are presented to help prevent wastage at different stages of the food supply chain from production to consumption. Reducing wastage can help conserve resources and make more food available.
Micro-organisms play crucial roles in both causing and mitigating climate change through their use and production of greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide. Climate change is increasing risks from microbial diseases by expanding the ranges of disease vectors. However, managing microbial processes through approaches like improved agricultural practices and biofuel production could help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and help human societies adapt to climate impacts.
Microorganisms have influenced global climate for billions of years by regulating greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide and methane. They play key roles in carbon and nitrogen cycles by photosynthesizing, decomposing organic matter, fixing nitrogen, and denitrifying. Changes to these microbial processes, driven by human activities like agriculture and land use, are altering Earth's climate. Understanding microbes' roles in climate change is crucial as they will continue influencing the climate even after fossil fuel usage ends.
This document provides an introduction and overview to lessons on nutrition and healthy diets. It aims to help people understand the connection between diet and health by providing basic information on food and nutrition. The lessons are designed to improve everyday skills in making good food choices, planning nutritious meals, and establishing healthy habits and lifestyles. Over 140 activity sheets and fact sheets are included to make learning interactive and engaging through activities, exercises, investigations and analysis done individually or in groups. The lessons target middle and secondary students but can also be used by individuals and groups outside the classroom in non-formal settings.
The document provides guidance for facilitators and organizers of workshops to plan nutrition education curricula in schools. It outlines the purpose, participants, content, scheduling, information needs, and materials for the workshop. The workshop is divided into several phases: preparatory units to establish nutritional concepts, a situation analysis phase using collected data, and an action planning phase to develop nutrition education plans for schools and classrooms. The workshop aims to produce principled, evidence-based plans through collaborative participation of educators, health professionals, and other stakeholders.
This document introduces a resource package for primary school nutrition education. It argues that nutrition, health, and education are essential pillars for development. School-based nutrition education can contribute to development by touching on all three pillars. The resource package aims to provide guidance on developing effective nutrition education programs in schools through a tripartite approach involving the classroom, school environment, and links to the family and community.
The document outlines the steps and requirements for earning the SNA Certificate in School Nutrition at three levels. Candidates must meet academic and CEU requirements, then apply by submitting documentation and paying a fee. CEUs can be earned through various trainings and courses. Certificates are valid for one year and must be renewed annually by completing additional CEUs and paying a renewal fee. Renewals are now aligned with USDA Professional Standards for continuing education.
Este documento trata sobre ciencia ambiental y tecnología. Explica conceptos clave como contaminación, recursos naturales y sostenibilidad. Además, presenta varios casos prácticos sobre temas como tratamiento de aguas, energías renovables y cambio climático. El objetivo es ofrecer una introducción a estos importantes temas ambientales de manera accesible.
This document discusses methods for analyzing yield gaps in field crops. It begins with definitions of different types of crop yields, including actual, attainable, water-limited, and potential yields. It then discusses scales of yield data collection and sources of data. Several approaches for quantifying yield gaps are presented, including analysis of high-yielding areas, boundary function modeling, crop modeling, and the use of remote sensing. Case studies applying these approaches to various crops and regions are described. The document concludes with recommendations for yield gap analysis.
This document summarizes the Egypt Human Development Report 2010, which focuses on youth in Egypt. Some key points:
- Youth are defined as ages 18-29, around 20 million people or 1/4 of Egypt's population.
- Egypt faces a youth bulge but opportunities are less promising than previous generations due to issues like unemployment, education mismatches, and population growth.
- The report examines opportunities and constraints facing youth using a human development framework, looking at education, health, gender, poverty, employment, and civic participation.
- It identifies the most pressing youth issues to formulate a vision for youth based on equity, opportunity and participation in development.
This document discusses how many current global issues are interrelated and cannot be solved by traditional approaches. It argues that agriculture is a central science that can help address problems like poverty, health, food prices, climate change, and soil degradation. As societies have become more artificial over time, moving away from natural systems, this has led to global challenges. However, agronomy incorporates many disciplines and has trained scientists to manage complex, interconnected issues. The author believes agronomy is well-positioned to help develop holistic solutions to problems facing the planet.
Nutrient pollution, defined as excess amounts of nitrogen and phosphorus in aquatic systems, is one of the leading causes of water quality impairment in the United States. This report compiles current information regarding the costs of nutrient pollution. Such costs may be of two broad types. Some costs are associated with reducing nutrient pollution at its sources. Other costs are associated with the impacts of nutrient pollution in the environment. The latter category of costs is referred to as “external costs” or “externalities,” because they are “external” to the owners of the farms, businesses, or facilities that generate them.