Mois : mars 2011

Mindfulness Research Guide MRG

informing mindfullness research and practice

Overview of Mindfulness: Mindfulness is consciousness characterized by an accepting awareness of and enhanced attention to the constant stream of human experience. Being mindful increases engagement with the present moment and allows for a clearer understanding of how thoughts and emotions impact our health and quality of life … (Homepage 1/2).

A brief definition, by David S. Black;
Research Centers; Measurement; Interventions; Publications; Newsletter; Donate;
Contact.

Homepage 2/2: … Mindfulness can be developed through meditation techniques. Continuer la lecture de « Mindfulness Research Guide MRG »

School of Oriental and African Studies SOAS

(University of London)

The School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS) is a college of the University of London and the only Higher Education institution in the UK specialising in the study of Asia, Africa and the Near and Middle East. SOAS is a remarkable institution. Uniquely combining language scholarship, disciplinary expertise and regional focus, it has the largest concentration in Europe of academic staff concerned with Africa, Asia and the Middle East … (about 1/2).

Homepage;
A-Z Index; Research; Research online, eprints; Publications; Library; News; Events;
School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London, Thornhaugh Street, Russell Square, London WC1H 0XG, UK;
Contacts.

About 2/2: … On the one hand, this means that SOAS remains a guardian of specialised knowledge in languages and periods and regions not available anywhere else in the UK.  Continuer la lecture de « School of Oriental and African Studies SOAS »

Wenner-Gren Foundation for Antropological Research

supporting worldwide researcch in all branches of antropology

The Wenner-Gren Foundation for Anthropological Research, Inc. is a private operating Foundation that is dedicated to the advancement of anthropology throughout the world. Through programs of funding for research projects, conferences, symposia, fellowships, and publication, the Foundation aids basic research in all branches of anthropology and closely related disciplines concerned with human origins, development and variation … (about 1/2).

Homepage;
Programs; Grantees; Immage Library; Leadership; Staff; Wenner-Gren Mission; Professor Leslie C. Aiello; Annual Reports;
Address: Wenner-Gren Foundation for Anthropological Research, Inc., 470 Park Avenue South, 8th Floor, New York, NY 10016, USA;
Contact.

History: The Story and People of Wenner-Gren – The Foundation was created and endowed in 1941 as The Viking Fund, Inc. by Axel Wenner-Gren. In 1951 the name was changed to the Wenner-Gren Foundation for Anthropological Research, Inc.  Continuer la lecture de « Wenner-Gren Foundation for Antropological Research »

Plant Resources of Tropical Africa PROTA

in french and english

  • The Vision: People in Africa make the best utilization and conservation choices for improved livelihoods and sustainable management of plant resources.
  • The Mission: Developing and maintaining a user-oriented plant resource information system and widely disseminating and promoting its use through key strategic actions and partnerships. (Vision/Mission).

Frontpage; english Homepage; Sitemap;
Plant of the week Archive; ProtaBase; Strategy; How; Forum; Research Gaps;
News; Publications; Impact Stories; Gallery; Organization; Network; Get involved; Partners; Links;
Contacts: see PROTA Offices, but links work only on the Sitemap.

History: Background: In tropical Africa there are over 7000 plant species that are used for food, medicine, forage, fuel, clothing, and construction among other uses.  Continuer la lecture de « Plant Resources of Tropical Africa PROTA »

Agricultural Education and Training in Africa AET Africa

  • Welcome to the portal for Agricultural Education and Training in Africa.
  • This resource provides free access to up-to-date information on agricultural education and training (AET) for Sub Sahara Africa institutions with the aim to inform development work in the sector. The portal tracks student enrolment, faculty, courses and graduate output at over 400 member universities and technical training colleges awarding degrees, diplomas and certificates in agriculture and related disciplines in the region. (Homepage).

Academic Programmes; Institutions; Countries; Help;
Address: Information Training and Outreach Center for Africa, First Floor, Unit 3, Linel Building, Lenchen Street South, 0163 Centurion, South Africa;
Contact.

About: The Agricultural Education and Training (AET) Africa Portal is a public resource that provides free access to up-to-date information on agricultural education and training (AET) for Sub Sahara Africa (SSA) institutions with the aim to inform development work in the sector. Continuer la lecture de « Agricultural Education and Training in Africa AET Africa »