Workshop on STI Policy for SDGs and Gender Equality
Approaches to STI policy-making in the context of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with an emphasis on open science and gender equality. It covers the importance of STI in achieving SDGs, interrelationships between goals, building a robust STI system, and the STI policy cycle. Key elements incl
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Decolonising Approach to Policy Impact: Lessons for Research Culture
Engaging with policy in Global South countries and addressing power imbalances and historical complexities is crucial in policy impact and research culture. The Institute for Policy and Engagement at the University of Nottingham focuses on decolonising policies and research practices to promote equi
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Practical Guide to Writing Policy Briefs for Research Engagement with Policy Makers
Effective communication with policy makers is essential for influencing policy decisions. This practical guide offers advice on creating high-quality policy briefs based on research evidence, providing tools and indicators to measure impact.
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Local Alcohol Policy Considerations and Background Overview
This briefing covers the background and policy considerations related to local alcohol policies, including the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012, harm minimization, appeals processes, community participation, and Supreme Court rulings. It also discusses the current policy context, lack of automati
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Gender Equity and Social Inclusion Policy Overview
This overview highlights the Gender Equity and Social Inclusion (GESI) Policy promoted by the Department of Personnel Management in Papua New Guinea. The policy aims to ensure fair participation of disadvantaged individuals in employment and opportunities, along with social inclusion to realize the
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Overview of Policy Service Node (PSN) Architecture
The Policy Service Node (PSN) architecture consists of various key components such as Policy Administration Node (PAN), Monitoring Node (MnT), Inline Posture Node (IPN), and Multi-Function Node. These components work together to enable efficient policy management and network monitoring within a netw
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Understanding Policy-Making Process for Health Improvement
Policy-making involves defining policy, recognizing its complex nature, identifying windows of opportunity, and framing health issues. The policy-making cycle includes stages like agenda setting, formulation, and implementation. Alignment of problems, policies, and politics is crucial for effective
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Effective Writing and Policy Briefs: Enhancing Impact in Policy-making
A policy brief is a compelling document designed to influence decision-makers by outlining policy alternatives and courses of action. Discover the value of policy briefs, effective characteristics, and strategies for agenda setting and policy formulation in this comprehensive module.
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Understanding Theories of the Policy Cycle in Policy Analysis
The policy cycle theory describes the evolution of policy issues from inception to evaluation, impacting scientific research and policy formulation. It outlines stages from the 1950s, influenced by Lasswell's seven-stage model, serving as a framework for organizing policy processes. Despite the line
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National Youth Policy 2030 Presentation to the Portfolio Committee
The National Youth Policy 2030 presentation provides an update on the approved policy, focusing on the youthful population in South Africa and the importance of youth development. The policy aims to address past injustices and current challenges, empowering young people to drive positive change. Pas
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Understanding Public Policy-Making Process in Government
Explore the intricacies of public policy-making in government administration, focusing on the importance of providing equal access to basic services for all citizens. Delve into the nature of public policy, factors influencing policy-making, and the procedural aspects involved, including planning, o
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Overview of Pragmatics and Deixis According to George Yule
Pragmatics and Deixis are crucial aspects of language understanding, as explored by George Yule. Pragmatics focuses on the use of language in context, while Deixis involves pointing via language to convey meaning based on the immediate context. Deictic expressions play a significant role in face-to-
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Options for Policy Development Committees in Sanitation and Hygiene
Various options are presented for forming policy development committees in the context of national sanitation and hygiene technical committees. These options include establishing a policy drafting committee with task teams, working with consultants, and partnering with NGOs. Each option has its adva
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Overview of Grammar Types and Chomsky Hierarchy
The four types of grammars are General, Context-Sensitive, Context-Free, and Linear grammars, each recognizing a specific set of languages. Chomsky Hierarchy categorizes these grammars into four levels, indicating subsets of languages they can recognize. Context-free grammars have specific productio
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Green Industrial Innovation Policy Making in Europe by Reinilde Veugelers
Shifting economies towards green industrial innovation in Europe is a significant transformation that requires reconciling various objectives like decarbonization, economic growth, job creation, and global competitiveness. The role of innovation in green industrial policy is crucial for delivering n
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Challenges in Policy Implementation and Lessons Learned
The content discusses the challenges faced in policy implementation, focusing on the gap between policy design and execution. It highlights key steps in policy-making, reasons for implementation failures, and factors influencing successful policy outcomes. Examples from Zambia's National Science and
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Understanding Context-Free Languages and Grammars
Context-Free Languages and Grammars (CFLs & CFGs) are essential in theoretical computer science, providing a framework for recognizing non-regular languages. This content explores the distinction between regular and context-free languages, delves into the construction of language recognizers using c
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PipeSwitch: Fast Context Switching for Deep Learning Applications
PipeSwitch introduces fast pipelined context switching for deep learning applications, aiming to enable GPU-efficient multiplexing of multiple DL tasks with fine-grained time-sharing. The goal is to achieve millisecond-scale context switching overhead and high throughput, addressing the challenges o
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Understanding the Context of Bible Stories and Church Teachings
Explore the importance of context in understanding Bible stories and church teachings, including discussions on Magisterium, Sacred Tradition, and the role of the Church in interpreting scripture. Learn how context enhances our comprehension of religious texts and traditions. Delve into examples hig
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Unpacking the RIA Process for Effective Policy Implementation
Delve deeper into the RIA process to understand its technical capacity and policy implications. This group exercise focuses on setting clear objectives, analyzing key policy issues, and creating a mock RIA process template tailored to the Indian context. Participants explore real-world problem-solvi
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Compass Commission: Public Policy in Chile Based on Rigorous Scientific Evidence
The Compass Commission, initiated by the Ministry of Planning of Chile in collaboration with J-PAL, aimed to identify social policy challenges in Chile and propose innovative public policies for evaluation through randomized control trials. The initiative involved academic members, international and
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Efficient Context Switching for Deep Learning Applications Using PipeSwitch
PipeSwitch is a solution that enables fast and efficient context switching for deep learning applications, aiming to multiplex multiple DL apps on GPUs with minimal latency. It addresses the challenges of low GPU cluster utilization, high context switching overhead, and drawbacks of existing solutio
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Implementation of Cell Phone Policy to Improve English Grades at Richwoods High School
Implementation of a cell phone policy at Richwoods High School was driven by the need to enhance English grades and academic performance. The policy aims to reduce distractions and disruptions caused by non-academic cell phone use in classrooms. Results from previous semesters showed significant imp
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Raw Materials Policy of the Czech Republic: History, Modernization, and Challenges
The Raw Materials Policy of the Czech Republic has undergone significant changes and challenges throughout its history. From the approval of the previous policy in 1999 to the recent modernization efforts in 2015, political and environmental factors have played a crucial role in shaping the current
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Theories and Strategies for Effective Policy Change
Explore the intricacies of strategic planning, outcome mapping, change theories, policy windows, and more in the realm of policy entrepreneurship and advocacy. Learn about key concepts such as large leaps theory, policy streams theory, and how think tanks can influence policy decision-making process
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Macroeconomic Policy for Development and Decent Work in South Africa
This research agenda delves into the core conclusions, policy context, and objectives of macroeconomic policy for facilitating development and decent work in South Africa. Key points include the need for structural transformation, challenges in job creation, and the link between macroeconomics, empl
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Life Insurance Policy Details - How It Works, Plan Specifications, Benefits, and More
This detailed document provides information about a life insurance policy, including premium payment options, sum assured details, policy benefits in case of death, maturity benefits, plan features, waiting periods, and more. It outlines the policy specifications, age limits, premium payment terms,
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Morality in UK Drug Policy: Policy Constellations Analysis
Morality plays a significant role in shaping drug policy in the UK, as revealed by the research conducted by Professor Alex Stevens at the University of Kent. The study investigates the moral commitments underlying different policy positions in UK drug policy debates, highlighting five ethico-politi
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Evolution of Public Policy: From Seeds Sown in 1940s to Academic Discipline in Social Science
The lives of citizens are shaped by public policies, often unnoticed. The analysis of current public policy in America carries a unique 20th-century essence. Beginning in the 1940s, these policy seeds have profoundly influenced government and academic institutions. By the early 1950s, public policy
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Industrial Policy: The Old and The New - Insights by Dani Rodrik
Industrial policy, as presented by Dani Rodrik in May 2019, emphasizes the importance of empirical work, the differences between old and new policies, and the targets industrial policy should focus on. The theoretical arguments for industrial policy highlight market imperfections, learning spillover
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Enhancing Policy Making: Options for Governments - An OECD Perspective
Various tools and approaches are discussed to improve policy making, including foresight, cost-benefit analysis, and regulatory tools. The changing context of policy challenges is highlighted, along with the OECD policy toolkit's modular approach. Strategies like talking to leaders, engaging stakeho
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Updated Petty Cash Policy Guidelines
Updated Petty Cash Policy Guidelines introduced by Andrea Sexton, Associate Director of Policy and Business Process at the University Financial Policy Office in April 2016. The key changes include new recommendations on the use and balances of petty cash accounts, streamlined procedures for account
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Understanding Government Tools for Economic Stability
The government uses fiscal and monetary policies to stabilize the economy. Fiscal policy involves Congress's actions through government spending or taxation changes, while monetary policy is driven by the Federal Reserve Bank. Discretionary fiscal policy involves new bills designed to adjust aggrega
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Issues in Watershed Management: Policy, Legal, and Community Participation
Policy and legal frameworks play a crucial role in enhancing community participation in watershed management. Understanding policy impacts, participatory processes, and implementation strategies are key for effective management planning. Definitions of policy, its components, and what it is not are
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Understanding Policy Formulation: Key Concepts and Approaches
Policy formulation is a crucial step in the policy-making process, involving identifying and crafting policy alternatives to address various issues. This phase requires participants to define policy problems, develop alternatives, and select the most feasible solutions based on criteria such as feas
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Policy Labs and Policy Prototypes 2024: How to Get Involved and Submit Bids
Explore opportunities to contribute to Policy Labs and Policy Prototypes in 2024. Engage in collaborative projects to find innovative policy solutions for local government challenges. Learn how to submit Bids and express your interest in leading or participating in these initiatives.
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Importance of Context in Statistical Machine Translation
Understanding the significance of context in machine translation is crucial for improving accuracy and disambiguating word sense. This research delves into the impact of target-side context for discriminative models in statistical machine translation, showcasing how context influences model performa
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Understanding Policy Making Process in Health Systems
Explore the stages of policy making, the role of policy champions, and opportunities for policy change in the health sector. Learn about the National Health Systems Resource Centre in India and its objectives in supporting policy development and implementation. Gain insights into the frameworks, div
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Microsimulation Modelling to Inform Policy Debate: The Case of SWITCH
This presentation discusses the usage of the SWITCH microsimulation model to inform policy debates by simulating the impact of tax and welfare policy reforms on household incomes and work incentives. It covers the areas investigated using SWITCH, selected users of SWITCH research, and the role of SW
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RAS Policy Group Overview and Work Plan
The RAS Policy Group, led by Robert Massey, consists of RAS Fellows with a focus on public affairs in astronomy, space science, and geophysics. The group advises on policy matters, including megaconstellations, and collaborates with key organizations. Their 2020 work plan includes budget considerati
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