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Climate Change
Third National Research Conference on Climate Change, IISc, November 3-4, 2012, Bangalore - Submit abstracts by September 14, 2012
Posted on 04 Sep, 2012 08:30 PMOrganizers: Indian Institute of Science Bangalore, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, Indian Institute of Technology Madras and Centre for Science and Environment
Venue: Indian Institute of Science,
Bangalore
Indian Climate Research Network is a collaboration of Centre for Science and Environment in New Delhi, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, Indian Institute of Technology Madras and Indian Institute of Science in Bengaluru. The main goal of the network is to enhance capacity for climate research and action in India.
"Water governance in Assam: Priorities for knowledge-based interventions" - Report of a consultation organised by Aaranyak, at Guwahati, Assam in June 2012
Posted on 17 Aug, 2012 03:35 PMAssam, the biggest of the seven North-eastern states of India, is a melting pot of various communities from various regions. The state with abundant natural resources and rich historic heritage, however, is faced with unique challenges.
A story of resurgence - A video featuring the revival of Doling lake, Sikkim
Posted on 17 Aug, 2012 03:26 PMIn an unique attempt by the Government of Sikkim, the lake that was once seasonal, now has water throughout the year.
Agritech interventions-harbingers of prosperity- A document by Indian Council of Agricultural Research (2010)
Posted on 10 Aug, 2012 08:42 PMThis document by Indian Council of Agricultural Research contains the impact of inspiring interventions in agriculture and its allied sectors.
Water crisis management under changing climate, Gugly Centre for Biological Research, November 16-17, 2012, Bhubaneswar-Call for papers, submit by August 20, 2012
Posted on 06 Aug, 2012 06:36 PMOrganiser: Gugly Centre for Biological Research
Venue
Gugly Centre for Biological Research,
Plot No. L-IV-146,
Dumuduma H. B. Colony
Bhubaneswar, Odisha
The Gugly Centre for Biological Research (GCBR) is one of the front line organization facilitating Biological and Environmental research in the state of Odisha. The online readers enjoy browsing various segments of GCBR that encompasses a holistic approach to identified areas of activity. Climate and Atmospheric science, Agriculture and Natural resources, Bioethics, Bioinformatics, Biology, Biophysics, Biotechnology, Cell biology, Cognitive Science, Ecology, Environmental Studies, Genetics, Immunology, microbiology, Molecular Biology, Aquatic Science, Environmental Auditing, Budgeting and Legislation and above all integrated farming systems are some of the areas of interest.
Biogas technology - Applications and benefits
Posted on 06 Aug, 2012 04:29 PMBiogas typically describes a gas created through the biological introduction to organic matter even without the oxygen. Organic waste for example dead plant and animal material, animal feces, and kitchen waste can become a gaseous fuel known as biogas. Biogas arises from biogenic material and is a kind of bio fuel.
Is mitigation of climate change in agriculture necessary ? - A lecture by Dr Eva Wollenberg, CCAFS at IARI, New Delhi
Posted on 03 Aug, 2012 08:32 AMIndia like many other developing countries has focused its agricultural policies on increasing agricultural production to meet food security.
School of Earth, Ocean and Climate Sciences, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) invites applications faculty positions at the level of Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor, Bhubaneswar
Posted on 02 Aug, 2012 04:17 PMIndian Institute of Technology Bhubaneswar came into existence in July 22, 2008, inheriting the brand name IIT. This fact itself charges the Institute not only to be worthy of its inheritance but also to be distinctive and distinguished on its own by scripting a path towards novelties. Presented below are the statements for Vision, Mission, Goals & Strategies (to achieve the Goals) and the Core Values of IIT Bhubaneswar.
Qualification
Ph.D. with first class or equivalent in the preceding degree in appropriate branch with a very good academic
Specialization
Physical Meteorology, Climate modeling, Air-Sea Interaction, Ocean Modeling, Physical Oceanography (with observational experience), Oceanographic/Meteorological Instrumentation (with observational experience), Remote Sensing and GIS (related to Ocean & Atmosphere)
Water and Land Management Training Research Institute (WALAMTARI) invites applications for senior technical coordinator, Hyderabad- Apply by July 25, 2012
Posted on 24 Jul, 2012 11:48 AMContent courtesy: DevNetJobs
WALAMTARI is one of the only four Apex Training Institutions in Andhra Pradesh. Being designated as Apex Institute gives one pride to work in. At the same time, it also places greater responsibility on us to work towards its sustained growth to deserve this designation. WALAMTARI started functioning from 1983 and had its glory reach a peak within a decade to be rated as one of the best among the WALMIs/IMTIs in India.
Description
Water and Land Management Training Research Institute (WALAMTARI) and International Water Management Institute (IWMI), South Asia located at Hyderabad are jointly anchoring the Australian Centre for International Agriculture Research (ACIAR) funded “Climate Water Forum- Andhra Pradesh”. The Forum will aim to consolidate, synthesize the climate change research initiatives of various projects implemented with the assistance of state and central ministries, bilateral agencies and prepare policy advocacy guidelines.
Impact of climate change on food security in India - A paper published in the journal Advances in Asian Social Science
Posted on 24 Jul, 2012 12:14 AMThis paper published in the journal Advances in Asian Social Science analyses the food security condition of India during the last few decades and the impact of climate change on food security of India.