Rowing Committee Selection Criteria and Activities for 2024 Season
The Rowing Committee's selection criteria and activities for the 2024 season are outlined, focusing on the process for selecting teams for various representative tasks sanctioned by the Danish Rowing Association (DFfR). The criteria serve as a starting point, with the committee having the discretion
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Social Conditions in the Sangam Age
The Sangam Age in Tamil Nadu saw a diverse society divided into regions based on landscape, with distinct occupations and deities. People in the Kurinji region were hunters, Mullai region herded animals, Marudham region focused on agriculture, Neydal region engaged in fishing, and Palai region strug
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Preventing Sexual Exploitation and Abuse in Humanitarian Work
Sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA) in humanitarian settings involves acts of gross misconduct by workers, including abuse of power for sexual purposes and engaging in sexual activities with minors. Six core principles guide the prevention of SEA, emphasizing the prohibition of sexual relationships
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Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) in COVID-19 Response
Amid the COVID-19 crisis, the risks of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA) are heightened, impacting vulnerable populations. It is crucial for humanitarian actors to uphold existing PSEA commitments and systems. SEA violates fundamental human rights, undermines trust, and has severe consequences for
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HyTrEc2: Advancing Hydrogen Transport Economy in the North Sea Region
HyTrEc2, a project under the Interreg VB North Sea Programme, aims to promote green transport and mobility by implementing innovative hydrogen transportation solutions. With a vision to stimulate hydrogen-fueled transport for a sustainable future, the project focuses on developing zero-emission solu
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Understanding Region PTAs and Their Leadership Structure
Region PTAs are arms of the State PTA that carry out state programs, strengthen local units/councils, and provide leadership training. Region PTA leaders, including Directors and Assistant Directors, play crucial roles in supporting local PTAs and guiding them towards success. This article explores
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Baltic Synchronization Plan and Frequency Stability Study
The Baltic Synchronization Plan explores the outcomes of the Frequency Stability Study, focusing on the effects on synchronous areas and the ENTSO-E procedure. It delves into scenarios involving existing and new HVDC links between countries like Poland and Lithuania, emphasizing the importance of th
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Understanding Policy Change in the Baltic Sea Region
Financial and fiscal bureaucracy in the Baltic Sea Region is examined, focusing on micro-level practices and routines within public sector organizations. Case studies from Estonia, Latvia, Sweden, Norway, Lithuania, and Southeast Asia are analyzed to understand the implementation of financial and fi
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Understanding the Impact of Snow on Sea Ice in Earth System Models
Snow on sea ice plays a crucial role in Earth System Models, affecting sea ice growth and atmospheric temperatures. While observational studies are limited, ongoing research aims to improve modeling accuracy by incorporating snow-ice interactions. Large-scale studies highlight the importance of Arct
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Supporting Marine Environment in the Baltic Sea: HELCOM.BLUES Project Overview
The HELCOM.BLUES project focuses on biodiversity, litter, underwater noise, and regional measures for the Baltic Sea. It aims to enhance regional capacity for developing effective measures to maintain a healthy marine environment. The project involves a consortium of 14 partners and over 7 subcontra
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Weather Forecast and Safety Implications for 41st Rolex Middle Sea Race Malta 2020
Lt. Col. Alessio Canessa from Aeronautica Militare provides insights on the predictability of weather, wind forecasts, and safety impacts for the start of the 41st Rolex Middle Sea Race Malta 2020. Uncertainty of predictions and the 7-day weather forecast for sailing conditions are discussed, highli
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Understanding Near-Surface Sea Temperature Development in NCEP GFS/CFS
This informative piece delves into the evolution of Near-Surface Sea Temperature (NSST) within the NCEP GFS/CFS, discussing its significance in Numerical Weather Prediction (NWP) systems, the utilization of sea surface temperature (SST), and the T-profile near the sea surface. It covers the role of
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Impact of Harvest and Post-Harvest Processing on Sea Cucumber Quality in Fiji Islands
Sea cucumbers, a valuable delicacy in Asian cuisine, have been harvested in Fiji for centuries due to their rich nutritional profile and health benefits. This study investigates the effects of different harvest and post-harvest processing methods on the quality of bche-de-mer, a dried form of sea cu
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Baltic Sea North Sea MSDI Working Group Report
The Baltic Sea North Sea MSDI Working Group report presents the group's history, current dormant state, and plans for the future. Following low activity in recent years, discussions among members concluded that the group may no longer add value to international work on MSDI. The group is set to rema
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Impacts of Climate Change on the Caspian Sea Basin
The Caspian Sea Basin is facing numerous consequences of climate change, including temperature and precipitation variations, sea level fluctuations, regional land degradation, changes in sea ice extent, and increased vulnerability to flooding. Various countries in the region are experiencing differe
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Deep Blue Sea Science Olympiad 2014 - Marine Life Exploration
Explore the fascinating marine world through images from the Deep Blue Sea Science Olympiad 2014. Identify sea turtles, creatures, fish, and more. Test your knowledge with fun quiz questions about marine life. Learn about tunicates, manatees, leatherback sea turtles, and their diets in this engaging
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Territorial Development in the Baltic Sea Region Programme 2014-2020
The Baltic Sea Region Programme 2014-2020 focuses on sustainable regional development through transnational cooperation projects, addressing territorial challenges, and fostering place-based growth. It covers 11 participating countries and aligns with the EU Strategy for the Baltic Sea Region, provi
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Advancing Electric Commercial Vehicles: SEA Electric's Innovation Journey
Explore the pioneering work of SEA Electric, a Victorian automotive technology company leading the charge in developing efficient 100% electric vehicle drivetrains for commercial use. With their SEA-DriveTM technology and exclusive models, SEA Electric is spearheading the transition towards sustaina
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ICES Advice for 2015 Sea Bass Stock Structure Uncertain
Sea bass stock structure remains uncertain in IVbc, VIIa, and VIId-h with total landings advised to be below 1,155 t. The stock faces challenges such as slow growth, late maturation, and vulnerable spawning aggregations. Urgent management action is needed to reduce fishing mortality and prevent furt
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EU Strategy for the Baltic Sea Region PA Energy Overview
The EU Strategy for the Baltic Sea Region focuses on enhancing regional energy cooperation and optimizing formats in Energy. Key elements include the BEMIP Joint Action Plan, promoting sustainable energy development, and enhancing energy efficiency. The Policy Area Energy reform aims to integrate th
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Transforming Social and Economic Structures in the Baltic Sea Region
Urgent cooperation is needed for Baltic Sea green growth initiatives and innovative research to address changing social and economic structures. Key themes include green growth, global climate change, economic growth, and innovation platforms. The shift towards the sixth wave and green growth presen
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Soft Security and Migration Management in the Baltic Sea Region
The conference in Helsinki addressed soft security and migration challenges in the Baltic Sea Region, emphasizing the integration of migrants and societal security paradigms. It highlighted the need for a consensual approach, dialogue, and promotion of social inclusion. The current migration system
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Recent Developments in Marine Geospatial Information Management
The Baltic Sea Hydrographic Commission and related activities highlight significant developments in marine geospatial information management, including upcoming council meetings, GEBCO initiatives, and UN-GGIM endorsements of integrated marine geospatial frameworks. These efforts aim to enhance data
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Guidelines for Preventing Sexualized Violence on Research Expeditions
Guidelines from the Baltic Gender initiative focus on creating a safe working environment at sea to prevent sexualized violence. The initiative defines sexualized violence, outlines prevention methods, and advises on how to respond if incidents occur. It emphasizes awareness, consent, speaking up, s
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CASCADE Project: Climate Adaptation & Development Support
CASCADE is a two-year project funded by DG ECHO aimed at developing a macro-regional approach for climate change risks in the Baltic Sea Region. The project focuses on risk assessment, treatment, and capacity building to enhance urban risk management related to climate change. It involves civil prot
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Implementation of Baltic Sea Action Plan Action S40 Overview
The Baltic Sea Action Plan aims for a healthy Baltic Sea environment by implementing 199 actions and measures by 2030. Action S40 focuses on identifying fish species needing better data by 2024 and implementing measures for good environmental status. Programs are established to record and report dat
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Reflection on Vilnius Declaration: A Vision for the Baltic Sea Region by 2020
Analysis of the Vilnius Declaration highlights progress in institutional strengthening, economic stability, energy sector advancements, and the importance of people-to-people contacts. However, challenges remain in areas like public-private partnerships, maritime policy coherence, socio-economic dis
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Enhancing Visibility of the Union of Baltic Cities in Brussels and Key Policy Focus Areas
Ideas and suggestions were presented to the UBC Board to increase visibility in Brussels by the EU offices of Turku, Zealand Denmark, South Norway, Pomorskie, and North Sweden. The focus includes positioning UBC as a relevant actor to the EU, branding through lobbying and clear communication, and su
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Explore the Wonders of the Baltic Sea
The Baltic Sea, located in Northern Europe, is a unique body of water known for its brackish nature and rich biodiversity. Stretching across various regions and basins, the sea is home to numerous islands and archipelagos, each adding to its charm and beauty. Discover the geophysical data, coastal t
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Endangered Flora and Fauna in Poland
Bees in Poland are facing threats from pesticides, lynx populations are at risk due to human activities and parasites, European bison are found in mixed forests, grey seals in the Baltic Sea are protected, Alpine edelweiss is rare in Poland, and the common yew is a slow-growing tree of value. These
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Exploring the Sea Turtle Project Introduction Studios
Dive into the world of sea turtles with the Sea Turtle Project Introduction Studios. Discover the importance of protecting these endangered creatures, learn about the risks they face from plastic pollution, and explore ways to help safeguard their habitats. Stunning visuals and informative slides pr
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Reconstructing Sea Ice Extent from Early Nimbus Satellites Research
Researchers at the National Snow and Ice Data Center, University of Colorado, are working on reconstructing sea ice extent using data from the 1960s Nimbus series satellites. By digitizing and processing old satellite data, they aim to extend sea ice records back to 1964, potentially adding 16 more
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History of Sea Level Variability Over the Past Million Years
Exploration of sea level changes over the last 1,000,000 years through research and data, including the post-glacial maximum sea level, exposed continental shelf during the last ice age, and rising sea level as ice caps melted. The analyses provide insights into the dynamics of sea level fluctuation
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Overview of Sea Ice Characterization and Validation Process
Sea ice characterization and validation process for cryosphere products involve three stages of validation maturity. It includes evaluating algorithm performance, analyzing required inputs, conducting quality flag analysis, and documenting error budget. The team members consist of experts from vario
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Overview of Open Governance in the Nordic and Baltic Regions
Explore the status of Open Government Partnership processes in the Nordic and Baltic countries, including challenges, partnerships, and responsible entities. Gain insights from Independent Reporting Mechanism results and national progress reports. Learn about the latest assessments, consultation met
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Addressing Sea Level Changes in the Maldives
The Maldives, a group of coral islands in the Indian Ocean, faces imminent threats from rising sea levels. With 80% of its islands less than 1m above sea level, 360,000 citizens might need to evacuate in the next 100 years. The impacts include forced migration, economic decline, and environmental de
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BARIN Baltic-Arctic Regional Information Network Overview
BARIN, a network focused on environmental monitoring and climate change research in the Baltic-Arctic region, is currently not running but has a significant interest. Established connections with over 50 research institutes and universities. Key areas of interest include carbon flux monitoring, clim
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History and Formation of Baltic Audiovisual Archival Council (BAAC)
The Baltic Audiovisual Archival Council (BAAC) is an independent non-profit organization established to foster cooperation among archives, broadcasting, TV archives, libraries, and museums holding audiovisual materials related to the Baltic States, Scandinavian countries, and the Baltic diaspora. Th
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Report on the Work of the IHO for the Period 2012-2016 by the Baltic Sea Hydrographic Commission (BSHC)
The report highlights the achievements of the Baltic Sea Hydrographic Commission (BSHC) during 2012-2016, including joint projects, database provisions, harmonized chart datum, and collaboration efforts. It also addresses the challenges faced by Lithuania as an Associate Member and emphasizes the pr
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Facing Higher Sea Levels and Coastal Flooding in New York City: Impacts and Resilience Strategies
The research highlights the increasing threat of higher sea levels and coastal flooding in New York City, exemplified by Hurricane Sandy. It discusses observed sea level rise trends, top coastal storm floods, and climate change projections. Initiatives like the New York City Panel on Climate Change
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