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ICSU Statement on publication practices and the role of peer review in research assessment
Progress in science, and confidence in the scientific process, depends on the accuracy and reliability of the scientific literature. This in turn depends on the rigour of the manuscript review process. In addition to ensuring the quality of scientific publications, independent peer review is also a critical part of the evaluation process for both individual scientists and research institutes. Some of the policies and practices currently being adopted by scientific institutions and journal publishers may inadvertently be undermining the integrity of the scientific literature. This is compounded by the uncritical use of publication metrics, as a replacement for independent peer-review, in evaluating scientific performance. Download |
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Announcement: The 11 th Pacific Science Inter-Congress in conjunction with 2 nd Symposium on French Research in the Pacific
France, French Polynesia, and the Pacific Science Association announced the 11th Pacific Science Inter-Congress, which is oriented around ....  |
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The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity
“The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity is about addressing “the value of nature” challenge, and making a comprehensive and compelling economic case for .... |
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Programmes of BICTAM for 2008-2010
The Beijing International Center for Theoretical and Applied Mechanics (BICTAM) announced its programmes for 2008-2010. The programmes include two symposia and two summer courses in 2008, .... |
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ICSU ROAP SCIENCE PLANNING GROUP ON SUSTAINABLE ENERGY MEETS IN KUALA LUMPUR
The Science Planning Group on Sustainable Energy met in Kuala Lumpur on 23 and 24 April 2008. It is the third Science Planning Group established by ICSU ROAP. .... |
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Malaysia Sub-Global Assessment : Scoping and Design Workshop
The Malaysian Sub-Global Assessment (SGA) Scoping and Design Workshop was held on 14 – 15 April 2008 in Kuala Lumpur. The meeting aimed to highlight the practical experience of .... |
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APFED Showcase Programme 2008
Asia Pacific Forum for Environment and Development (APFED) is a regional group of eminent experts that aims to address critical issues facing Asia and the Pacific region and to propose new models for sustainable development. To promote sustainable development in the region, APFED launched the APFED Showcase Programme as one of the main activities. The Programme is supported by the Ministry of Environment Japan.
The APFED Showcase Programme, grants up to US$ 30,000 to Asia Pacific projects that demonstrate innovative approaches. This year we are pleased to announce another round of proposals selection to be endorsed by the Programme.
Further information such as eligibility, how to apply, and proposal format can be obtained from the following websites:
The completed proposals should be e-mailed to: websites:
Deadline: 31 May 2008 |
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ICSU ROAP HOST MA SUB-GLOBAL ASSESSMENT MEETINGS
ICSU ROAP has just completed co-hosting three meetings related to the Millennium Ecosystem Assessment Sub-Global Follow-up Programme, as part of the activation of its work in its ecosystems priority area .... |
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Roundtable Discussion On Millennium Ecosystem Assessment Sub-Global Follow-Up In Malaysia - 11 March 2008
ICSU ROAP and its partners the United Nations University Institute of Advanced Studies (UNU IAS), Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia Institute for Environment and Development (LESTARI) and .... |
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Sixth Continent Initiative Fellowships (6CI)
The Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (SCAR), a subsidiary body of ICSU, has announced the launch of its 2008-09 Fellowship programme. This year .... |
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The Second GEOSS Asia-Pacific Symposium, 14 – 16 April 2008
Announcement
The 2nd GEOSS AP Symposium is being organized by the GEO Secretariat with the support of the government of Japan , and its goal is to exchange information and enhance common understanding for realizing .... |
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Opportunities at UNEP ECO-PEACE Leadership Centre
The UNEP Eco-Peace Leadership Center (EPLC) invites individuals from government and civil society organizations to apply to attend training programmes that should help them find solutions to environmental problems.... |
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IUTAM Vice President visits ICSU Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific
The Vice President of the International Union for Theoretical and Applied Mechanics (IUTAM), Emeritus Professor Keith Moffat ( University of Cambridge ), visited the .... |
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ICSU HOLDS REGIONAL CONSULTATION ON SCIENCE PLANS FOR ASIA AND THE PACIFIC
ICSU is holding a 2-day Regional Consultation to define the scope of its work in the short (3 years) and medium-term (6 years) in its priority areas. These are in: .... |
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SEISMOLOGIST WINS KYOTO PRIZE FOR WORK ON EARTHQUAKES
Emeritus Professor Dr. Hiroo Kanamori has been named the winner of the 2007 Kyoto Prize in the basic sciences category for his work on earthquakes.... |
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CSTAM CELEBRATES GOLDEN JUBILEE
The Chinese Society of Theoretical and Applied Mechanics (CSTAM) celebrated in Beijing recently, 50 years of its formation. In conjunction with this, the Society held its 2007 Congress on... |
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UNEP-ROAP GUIDE TO FUNDING SOURCES FOR BIODIVERSITY PROJECTS
The UNEP Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (ROAP) has just released an updated guide to funding sources available for biodiversity conservation and ecosystem studies. These include inter alia funding sources for projects, awards, research grants, bilateral funding sources, and scholarships.
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SRI LANKA PLANS ICSU NATIONAL COMMITTEE
The National Science Foundation (NSF) of Sri Lanka moves ahead in its plans to establish a National Committee of ICSU in Sri Lanka . The Hon. Minister of Science and Technology, Professor Tissa Vitarana, launched the NSF initiated Workshop to Establish an ICSU National Committee in Colombo on Friday 10 August 2007. ... |
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Detection of human influence on twentieth-century precipitation trends
Humans are responsible for the global changes in rainfall observed over the past few decades. The research was published last week in the journal Nature (26 July). ... |
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SCIENCE PLANNING GROUP ON ECOSYSTEM APPROACH MEETS IN KUALA LUMPUR
The ICSU Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (ROAP) Science Planning Group on Ecosystem Approach in Water Management and Food Systems met in Kuala Lumpur on 16 and 17 July to plan the agenda for research in Asia and the Pacific. ... |
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Regional Office Science Planning Group on Hazards and Disasters Meet in Kuala Lumpur
The newly established Science Planning Group on Hazards and Disasters of the ICSU Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific met in Kuala Lumpur to plan the agenda for a programme on hazards and disasters in Asia and the Pacific on 4 and 5 June 2007. ... |
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