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Feb 2nd, 12 / 0 Comments

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Dr. Marcin Zaborowski – Director of The Polish Institute of International Affairs
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On the 12th of September on the occasion of the 10th anniversary of the September 11 attacks the Polish Institute of International Affairs organized a seminar under the title 9/11 TEN YEARS ON: Past Experiences and Future Challenges Different Perspectives on Countering Terrorism in the 21st Century.
The event was opened by the director of the Polish Institute of International Affairs Dr. Marcin Zaborowski who spoke about the fundamental changes in security policy following September 11 and the new types of threats that the world is facing today. In the keynote speech delivered by His Excellency Lee Feinstein, Ambassador of the United States to Poland the role of international cooperation in the fight against terrorism was addressed with a stress on the tasks and challenges of the American society in this respect.
Guest speakers Ryszard Machnikowski from the University of ?ód?, Marcin Piotrowski Senior Analyst at PISM and Martina Strong Political-Economic Counselor at the United States Embassy in Poland shared their views on the achievements and failures of countering terrorism during the past ten years. Marcin Piotrowski presented the Asian perspective explaining the significant role South-Asia plays in the activity of al-Qaeda. Martina Strong outlined the three dimensions of the American war on terrorism: military, ideological and that of broad international cooperation, pointing also to the lessons of the American experience in the interventions in Iraq and Afghanistan. Presenting the European perspective on the topic Ryszard Machnikowski emphasized the significance of the global character of the fight against terrorism and the implications of technological development on it.
In the last part of the seminar the floor was opened for the audience. During the several rounds of questions addressed to the guest speakers various issues were touched, for instance the financial aspect of anti-terrorism in the shadow of the global economic crisis, the consequences of the Norwegian terrorist attack for the future of global terrorism and Poland as a potential target of terrorist activities during the 2012 UEFA European Football Championship.

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Global Village at the XVIII International AIDS Conference
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www.witness.org – The International AIDS Conference is the premier gathering for those working in the field of HIV, as well as policy makers, persons living with HIV and other individuals committed to ending the pandemic. It is a chance to assess where we are, evaluate recent scientific developments and lessons learnt, and collectively chart a course forward.

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World Specialty Oilfield Chemicals Market Review Now Available at MarketPublishers.com

Jan 30th, 12 / 0 Comments

World Specialty Oilfield Chemicals Market Review Now Available at MarketPublishers.com











Market Publishers Ltd

London, UK (PRWEB) January 24, 2012

Following a short term fall in 2009 due to the global economic downturn, the global specialty oilfield chemicals market is showing some signs of recovery. Though declined in growth, the market stands stimulated with increase in natural gas and oil production, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region, Latin America, and Africa. Manufacturers are heavily dependent on non-traditional sources such as intense offshore waters and oil sands for natural gas and oil, promising healthy prospects for specialty oilfield chemicals.

New research report “Global Specialty Oilfield Chemicals Market by Types, Applications, Trends & Forecasts (2011 – 2016)” drawn up by MarketsandMarkets has been recently published by Market Publishers Ltd.

Report Details:

Title: Global Specialty Oilfield Chemicals Market by Types, Applications, Trends & Forecasts (2011 – 2016)

Published: January, 2012

Pages: 269

Price: US$ 4,650

http://marketpublishers.com/report/industry/chemicals_petrochemicals/global_specialty_oilfield_chemicals_market_by_types_applications_trends_forecasts_2011_2016.html

The study delves into extensive research and in-depth analysis of the world specialty oilfield chemicals market, categorizing it on the basis of types, applications, and geography. It forecasts revenues and analyzes trends in each of these submarkets. To contribute to a better understanding of the sector, the study gives detailed insights into major market drivers, challenges, opportunities, and key issues. Moreover, the competitive strategies and their initiatives taken by different companies to increase their market shares are also discussed in detail.

Report Contents:

1 Introduction

1.1 Key Take-Aways

1.2 Report Description

1.3 Markets Covered

1.4 Stakeholders

1.5 Research Methodology

1.5.1 Market Size

1.5.2 Key Data Points Taken From Secondary Sources

1.5.3 List of Secondary Sources

1.5.4 Key Data Points Taken from Primary Sources

1.5.5 Assumptions Made For this Report

1.5.6 List of Companies Covered During Primaries

1.6 Key Questions Answered

2 Executive Summary

3 Market Overview

3.1 Introduction

3.2 Global Specialty Oilfield Chemicals Market Landscape

3.3 Market Dynamics

3.3.1 Drivers

    3.3.1.1 Increasing crude oil production

    3.3.1.2 Increasing global deep drilling activity

    3.3.1.3 High demand for well stimulation process

3.3.2 Restraint

    3.3.2.1 Rising raw material costs

3.3.3 Opportunities

    3.3.3.1 Emerging economies

    3.3.3.2 Discovery of new oilfields in Asia-Pacific, Africa, and South America

    3.3.3.3 High demand for biopolymer in EOR

3.4 Burning Issue

3.4.1 Stringent Environmental Legislations

3.5 Winning Imperative

3.5.1 Increasing Trends Towards Oilfield Chemicals & Services Companies

3.6 Raw Material Analysis

3.6.1 Ethylene

3.6.2 Ammonia

3.6.3 Acrylic Acid

3.6.4 Phosphorus

3.7 Porter’s Five Forces

3.7.1 Competitive Rivalry

3.7.2 Threat From New Entrants

3.7.3 Threat From Substitutes

3.7.4 Bargaining Power Of Suppliers

3.7.5 Bargaining Power Of Buyers

3.8 Policy & Regulations

3.8.1 Ospar Commission

3.8.2 Reach

3.8.3 Biocidal Products Regulations (BPR)

3.8.4 Nea Strategy

3.9 Technology Trends

3.9.1 Directional & Horizontal Drilling

3.9.2 Coiled Tubing & Dual-Gradient Drilling (DGD)

3.9.3 Hydraulic Fracturing

3.10 Value Chain Analysis

3.11 Prices Trends

3.12 Patent Analysis

4 Specialty Oilfield Chemicals Market, by Types

4.1 Introduction

4.2 Specialty Chemicals

4.2.1 Corrosion & Scale Inhibitors

4.2.2 Biocides

4.2.3 Demulsifiers

4.2.4 Pour-Point Depressants

4.2.5 Surfactants

4.2.6 Others

4.3 Polymers

4.3.1 Natural Polymers

4.3.2 Synthetic Polymers

5 Specialty Oilfield Chemicals, by Applications

5.1 Introduction

5.2 Drilling Fluid

5.3 Well Stimulation

5.4 Production Chemicals

5.5 Cementing

5.6 Workover & Completion

5.7 Enhanced Oil Recovery

6 Specialty Oilfield Chemicals, by Geography

6.1 Introduction

6.2 North America

6.3 Europe

6.4 Asia-Pacific

6.5 Middle East & Africa

7 Competitive Landscape

7.1 Introduction

7.2 Mergers & Acquisitions

7.3 New Products Launch and Research & Development

7.4 Partnership/Collaboration/Joint Venture/ Agreement/Contract

7.5 Expansion

7.6 Investment

7.7 Others/Supply Contracts

8 Company Profiles

8.1 Akzonobel NV

8.1.1 Overview

8.1.2 Financials

8.1.3 Products & Services

8.1.4 Strategy

8.1.5 Developments

8.2 Albemarle Corporation

8.2.1 Overview

8.2.2 Financials

8.2.3 Product & Services

8.2.4 Strategy

8.2.5 Developments

8.3 Ashland Inc.

8.3.1 Overview

8.3.2 Financials

8.3.3 Product & Services

8.3.4 Strategy

8.3.5 Developments

8.4 Baker Hughes Incorporated

8.4.1 Overview

8.4.2 Financials

8.4.3 Products & Services

8.4.4 Strategy

8.4.5 Developments

8.5 BASF SE

8.5.1 Overview

8.5.2 Financials

8.5.3 Products & Services

8.5.4 Strategy

8.5.5 Developments

8.6 Canadian Energy Services & Technology Corp

8.6.1 Overview

8.6.2 Financials

8.6.3 Products & Services

8.6.4 Strategy

8.6.5 Developments

8.7 Champion Technologies Inc.

8.7.1 Overview

8.7.2 Financials

8.7.3 Products & Services

8.7.4 Strategy

8.7.5 Developments

8.8 Clariant AG

8.8.1 Overview

8.8.2 Financials

8.8.3 Products & Services

8.8.4 Strategy

8.8.5 Developments

8.9 Croda International Plc

8.9.1 Overview

8.9.2 Financials

8.9.3 Products & Services

8.9.4 Strategy

8.9.5 Developments

8.10 Dow Chemical Company

8.10.1 Overview

8.10.2 Financials

8.10.3 Products & Services

8.10.4 Strategy

8.10.5 Developments

8.11 E.I. Du Pont De Nemours And Company

8.11.1 Overview

8.11.2 Financials

8.11.3 Products & Services

8.11.4 Strategy

8.11.5 Developments

8.12 Halliburton

8.12.1 Overview

8.12.2 Financials

8.12.3 Products & Services

8.12.4 Strategy

8.12.5 Developments

8.13 Kemira Oyj

8.13.1 Overview

8.13.2 Financials

8.13.3 Products & Services

8.13.4 Strategy

8.13.5 Developments

8.14 Lamberti Group

8.14.1 Overview

8.14.2 Financials

8.14.3 Product & Services

8.14.4 Strategy

8.14.5 Developments

8.15 Messina Inc

8.15.1 Overview

8.15.2 Financials

8.15.3 Product & Services

8.15.4 Strategy

8.15.5 Developments

8.16 Newpark Resources Inc

8.16.1 Overview

8.16.2 Financials

8.16.3 Products & Services

8.16.4 Strategy

8.16.5 Developments

8.17 Rhodia SA

8.17.1 Overview

8.17.2 Financials

8.17.3 Products & Services

8.17.4 Strategy

8.17.5 Developments

8.18 Schlumberger Limited

8.18.1 Overview

8.18.2 Financials

8.18.3 Product & Services

8.18.4 Strategy

8.18.5 Developments

8.19 The Lubrizol Corporation

8.19.1 Overview

8.19.2 Financials

8.19.3 Products & Services

8.19.4 Strategy

8.19.5 Developments

8.20 Zirax Limited

8.20.1 Overview

8.20.2 Financials

8.20.3 Product & Services

8.20.4 Strategy

8.20.5 Developments

Appendix

U.S. Patents

Europe Patents

Japan Patents

List of Tables

List of Figures

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EU Development Policy and Poverty Reduction (The International Political Economy of New Regionalisms Series)

Jan 27th, 12 / 0 Comments

EU Development Policy and Poverty Reduction (The International Political Economy of New Regionalisms Series)

Analyses the poverty reduction effectiveness of certain aspects of the European Union’s (EU) development policy and suggests ways in which to enhance its effectiveness. This book focuses on three aspects of EU development policy: trade, agriculture and food security, and modes of policy-making and implementation.

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Tsunami Multi-Channel Warning System Enters Field Testing

Jan 24th, 12 / 0 Comments

Tsunami Multi-Channel Warning System Enters Field Testing











London, UK (PRWEB) January 17, 2012

eVigilo will integrate its Alert and Distribution Center (IADC) with the Global Disaster Alert and Coordination System (GDACS). IADC will receive Tsunami notifications from GDACS or from National authorities (e.g. Civil Protection) and will send automatically geo-targeted Internet and mobile alert messages across multiple channels such as : Push IP over fix and mobile networks, cell broadcast as well as TV, radio, sirens, billboards and pagers.

By using various channels to reach people at risk, the integration of the two systems will help maximize the number of people that can be directly alerted in case of a Tsunami. Thorough testing of the joint-system will be executed in Setubal (Portugal), 50km south of Lisbon, in collaboration with the local Civil Protection authorities and the local municipality, who have already developed a detailed evacuation plan in case of flooding due to a potential Tsunami.

eVigilo CEO Guy Weiss has said: “We are thrilled to become proactive members in this joint research project and happy to contribute from our knowledge. We are confident that our practical experience in designing national Tsunami alert and notification systems will contribute to this project and will serve as model for other countries.”

Through the Global Disaster Alert and Coordination System (GDACS), the JRC will provide scenario calculations and Tsunami analyses. In the event of an incoming tsunami wave, innovative software automatically calculates the results of tsunami propagation predictions and alerts via SMS or email the international responder community. GDACS could also directly alert people at risk by activating alerting devices such as the Tsunami Alerting Device’s (TAD). Alternatively the activation of the alerting devices could be decided by the local National authorities that then in turn would dispatch an alerting message through various channels, including TV, radio and devices such the TAD with one single command.

As part of the concept, eVigilo will enable the authorities to maintain interactive communication with the population through dedicated Smartphone applications. Those applications will enable the population to respond to messages received and send “Panic Messages” to the authorities when they are in distress. The authorities will be able to geo-locate those messages on a map using eVigilo IADC and execute required rescue efforts.

About eVigilo

eVigilo designs and develops the industry’s only fully-integrated mass alert platform that can reach millions of people in just seconds, to substantially improve personal safety and save lives. Supporting communication between multiple alert channels, eVigilo line of products are both holistic and flexible alert platforms. Thus, eVigilo provides the most effective and efficient turnkey solution for mass alert systems, used by governments, homeland security agencies, municipalities and industrial organizations. For more information please visit http://www.evigilo.net

About the JRC

The Joint Research Centre (JRC) is the European Commission’s in-house science service.

Its mission is to provide customer-driven scientific and technical support for the conception,

development, implementation and monitoring of European Union policies. The JRC serves

the common interest of the Member States, while being independent of special interests,

whether private or national. Through its Institute for the Protection and Security of the Citizen (IPSC) the JRC develops methods and technologies in support to crisis management operations.

For further information please visit http://www.jrc.ec.europa.eu


About GDACS

The Global Disaster Alert and Coordination System (GDACS), jointly developed by the JRC and the United Nations, is a web-based platform that sends an automatic email or SMS message to its users worldwide and instantly alerts them in case of disasters that require international humanitarian intervention. GDACS aims at consolidating and strengthening the network of providers and users of disaster information worldwide in order to provide reliable and accurate alerts and impact estimations after sudden-onset disasters and to improve the cooperation of international responders in the immediate aftermath of major natural, technological and environmental disasters.

For further information, please visit http://www.gdacs.org

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Q&A: Chancing of getting into a good grad school?

Jan 21st, 12 / 1 Comment

Question by igbochik: Chancing of getting into a good grad school?
I really want to go to a good graduate program (ideally a joint program MPP/MBA). But if not, I’m okay with getting an MA in Public Policy and going for an MBA afterwards. There only seems to be a handful of schools offering joint programs. All of them are top tier. Sadly, I can’t say my resume is super exciting. I worked in a number of administration jobs for the past three year. Currently, I am spending a year volunteering in South Africa and Nigeria. My internship in South Africa wasn’t terribly interesting. But it gave me good contact. And I haven’t started the internship in Nigeria, yet. To make matters worse, I have a 3.0 GPA from undergrad. Though, I must say that I went to a top tier university for my undergrad. I have taken my GRE but I plan on taking them again. I haven’t taken my GMAT yet. But to be honest, I’m quite scared of them. What can I do to get into a good grad program in the states…. the UCLA or University of Michigan? Or are there good second tier schools that I should be looking at? I’d like a public policy program that focus on international development.

Best answer:

Answer by Allent
3.5 GPA with a 2000 GMAT is average for a business grad school such as Harvard, Wharton, Yale, and so forth. I probably apply to every top 10 grad school with about 2000 GMAT and hope one says yes. I’m sure UCLA requirements are the same as Harvard, Wharton, Yale, and so forth. University of Michigan might be a little more lenient.

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The Plundered Planet with Paul Collier | The New School

Jan 18th, 12 / 3 Comments

THE NEW SCHOOL | www.newschool.edu Proper stewardship of natural assets and liabilities is a matter of planetary urgency it has the potential to transform the worlds poorest countries and to tear them apart. At the same time, the carbon emissions and agricultural follies of rich countries could further impoverish poor countries. The Plundered Planet, the new book by Paul Collier, author of the groundbreaking The Bottom Billion, charts a course between unchecked profiteering and environmental romanticism, offering realistic, sustainable solutions to the worlds dauntingly complex environmental problems. Grounded by his belief in the power of informed citizens, Collier proposes the adoption of a series of international standards to help poor countries better manage their resources, policy changes to increase the worlds food supply, and a clear-headed approach to climate change. Revealing how all these things are interconnected, The Plundered Planet describes a way to manage the natural world so that all its citizens have a prosperous future. MILANO THE NEW SCHOOL FOR MANAGEMENT AND URBAN POLICY | www.newschool.edu The event is moderated by David Andelman, Editor of the World Policy Journal with Sanjay Reddy, Associate Professor of Economics at the New School for Social Research as discussant. Paul Collier is professor of Economics, director of the Centre for the Study of African Economies at Oxford University, and a former director of development research at the World Bank …

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Should reducing worldwide poverty be part of the U.S. National Security Strategy? ?

Jan 15th, 12 / 5 Comments
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by CSIS: Center for Strategic & International Studies

Question by justagirl: Should reducing worldwide poverty be part of the U.S. National Security Strategy? ?
The 2002 National Security Strategy of the United States states: “A world where some live in comfort and plenty, while half of the human race lives on less than $ 2 per day, is neither just nor stable. Including all of the world’s poor in an expanding circle of development and opportunity is a moral imperative and one of the top priorities of U.S. international policy.”.

http://www.whitehouse.gov/nsc/nssall.html

Do you agree with this?

Best answer:

Answer by Thomas SR
No, it shouldn’t.

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Brazil, China, Germany and Russia’s Industrial Policies

Jan 12th, 12 / 2 Comments

The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) hosts a meeting to examine the policies that stimulate production and innovation in countries including Brazil, China, Germany and Russia. The meeting assesses the competitive impact of such policies in these countries and in the global economy as a whole. We also looked at particular policy approaches and what they signal about the role of the market in driving new growth, as well as the overall global trend in economic development and growth.
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can someone dumb down these job description for me, Please and thanks!?

Jan 9th, 12 / 1 Comment
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by CSIS: Center for Strategic & International Studies

Question by penpoint: can someone dumb down these job description for me, Please and thanks!?
“The Social Affairs Officer will be responsible for the following duties:  (1) Participates in the analysis of social development issues in selected areas at the global, regional and national levels; undertakes empirical research and analysis of trends and developments and related policy issues relevant to the unit/departmental mandate, including population and development, youth development, international migration and ageing.  (2) Develops indicators and methodologies for review and evaluation of specific topics including youth development, international migration and ageing.  (3) Assists in the planning, organizing and servicing of technical and ad hoc expert group meetings; drafting reports and preparing summaries of meetings.  (4) Represents the work unit at international and other meetings; organizes and participates in working groups, meetings, conferences, consultations with other agencies and partners on population and social development.  (5) Prepares or contributes to the preparation of various documents, including analytical reports, technical studies, background papers and parliamentary documents on population trends and policies, with particular emphasis on Western Asia.  (6) Provides support to intergovernmental processes dealing with population and social development issues by preparing inputs for reports to intergovernmental bodies; following intergovernmental meetings and preparing summary reports and assisting in the organization of panels, round tables, etc. for intergovernmental processes.  (7) Performs other related duties as required, including a variety of administrative tasks necessary for the final delivery of the work unit’s services.”

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Answer by Common Sense
If you need them dumbed down then you are not qualified.

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Licensing Executives Society International Hosts Member Society Delegates from Six Continents at Upcoming LESI Global Technology Impact Forum

Jan 6th, 12 / 0 Comments

Licensing Executives Society International Hosts Member Society Delegates from Six Continents at Upcoming LESI Global Technology Impact Forum











LESI Global Technology Impact Forum


Alexandria, VA (PRWEB) December 21, 2011

The Licensing Executives Society International, Inc. (LESI; http://www.LESI.org) announced today that it will host delegates from six continents at the upcoming LESI Global Technology Impact Forum (GTIF), taking place on January 23-25, 2012 in Geneva, Switzerland.

The Licensing Executives Society represents more than 10,000 individual members in over 90 countries. Delegates attending GTIF represent the following LES Member Societies: Andean Community, Arab Countries, Australia & New Zealand, Benelux, Brazil, Britain & Ireland, Chile, China, Chinese Taipei, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hungary, India, Israel, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Philippines, Scandinavia, Singapore, South Africa, Spain & Portugal, Switzerland, Turkey, and USA/Canada.

These delegates will discuss topics related to the management of intellectual property (IP) and technology transfer to further economic growth, as well as next generation IP market development.

Visit YouTube to hear more from LESI members: http://www.youtube.com/user/GTIForum/videos

“GTIF has become a focal point of discussion for policy makers and professionals seeking to advance the business of intellectual property on a global scale,” explained LESI President James E. Malackowski.

At present, over 25 leading global organizations, including the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), World Trade Organization (WTO) and the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), representing three interest groups – Intellectual Property Protection & Harmonization, Trade & Economic Development, and Technology Transfer & Standards – will participate.

More than 100 business and legal executives are also expected. GTIF is open to the public with registration found at http://www.gtiforum.org/register.

About the LESI Global Technology Impact Forum (GTIF)

The LESI Global Technology Impact Forum (GTIF) is an annual event, hosted by the Licensing Executives Society International, Inc. (LESI), developed to coordinate and publicize the efforts of premier global non-profit and non-governmental organizations dedicated to the promotion of IP licensing and technology transfer for the betterment of mankind. Invited organizations are representative of three interest groups: IP Protection & Harmonization; Trade & Economic Development; and Technology Transfer & Standards.

Founded in 1972, the mission of the LESI is to function as a non-profit professional organization supporting LES member societies in: setting and maintaining global professional standards for licensing executives; facilitating professional networking between members of LES societies; providing quality educational content for member societies; and serving as liaison between leading global organizations and policy forums concerning the significance and importance of licensing and other transfer of technology and intellectual property rights.

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