Enhancing Biosecurity in Barbados and the OECS: National Capacity for IAS Risk Assessments
Mrs. Natisha Duncan-Joseph and Mr. Columbus Philippe presented on improving biosecurity in Barbados and the OECS through enhanced national capacity to conduct IAS risk assessments. The country report of St. Lucia highlighted the organizational outlook for biosecurity operations, including the merger
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Diablo Canyon Power Plant Reactor Vessel Integrity Analyses Update
Updates on Diablo Canyon Power Plant's reactor vessel integrity analyses were presented by Philippe Soenen, Director of Strategic Initiatives, on June 29, 2023. The analysis includes background information, reactor vessel surveillance coupon withdrawal plans, and the request for Nuclear Regulatory C
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A-Level Design and Technology: Product Design (AQA) Preparation
Research and design tasks for A-Level Design and Technology students focusing on iconic chairs by designers like Charles and Ray Eames, Marcel Breuer, and Philippe Starck. Learn about their influences and create chair designs inspired by their works using the Jack Straw technique. Utilize resources
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A Parent's Journey for Effective Treatment: The Story of Lysiane
Philippe recounts his daughter Lysiane's challenging medical journey, diagnosed with a rare disease requiring specialized treatment with the Tübingen Palatal Plate. Despite facing insurance rejections, they persist in seeking healthcare options abroad for their child's well-being.
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Insights into Childhood: Language, Emotion, and Society
Explore the intricacies of childhood through the lens of language, emotion, and societal constructs. Delve into the evolution of childhood perceptions, from Philippe Ariès' historical analysis to Willem Koops' examination of children as products of societal imagination. Discover how cultural norms
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SPICA-VIS Design Review Summary and Project Update
The SPICA-VIS Design Review held on July 23-24, 2020, aimed to evaluate the design against requirements, identify issues, and finalize the mechanical study. The agenda included sessions on management/system, injection table, spectrograph, and software. The team, led by Philippe Berio, is working tow
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Evolution of Clinical Psychology: Early Pioneers and the Creation of Clinical Practice
The evolution of clinical psychology is traced from the 1700s to the early 20th century, highlighting key figures such as William Tuke, Philippe Pinel, Eli Todd, and Dorothea Dix who advocated for humane treatment of the mentally ill. Lightner Witmer's establishment of the first psychological clinic
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Annual Report and Credentials Process Overview
The report from the Credentials Committee chaired by Jean-Philippe Billet highlights key committee members, deadlines for submissions, and statistics on credentials applications and annual reports. The document also provides insights into the recertification committee, responsibilities of program di
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French Government Rushes Tax Cuts and Minimum Wage Rise Amid Yellow Vest Protests
The French government is pushing through tax cuts and a minimum wage increase to quell the ongoing Yellow Vest protests, which have been dwindling after causing disruptions for a month. President Emmanuel Macron's proposed measures, worth billions of euros, are set for parliamentary discussion and v
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