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  • Published on 01:07 GMT

    Plastic ban raises hopes for Kenya's sisal farmers

    By Kagondu Njagi KIBWEZI, Kenya, June 22 (Thomson Reuters Foundation) - K enyan farmer Sam Mung'ala once struggled to feed his family by growing cowpeas and sorghum. These days he is betting on a new type of merchandise: shopping bags. The farmer from …

    Source: Charleston Daily Mail
  • Published on Jun 21, 2018

    UMD Extension to host genetics literacy course

    Understanding genetics, at least at some level, is fundamental for making decisions in today’s world, said Leslie Pick, professor and chair of the University of Maryland Department of Entomology. “You need to know what you’re deciding about before you …

    Source: Carroll County Times
  • Published on Jun 20, 2018

    Multidisciplinary Human-Focused Research

    An interview with Prof. Arti Ahluwalia, conducted by Will Souter, MSc Please can you introduce yourself and the work you do at Centro E. Piaggio? My name is Arti Ahluwalia and I am a professor of biomedical engineering. I'm also the director of Centro …

    Source: News-Medical.net
  • Published on Jun 20, 2018

    Thanks to DNA technology, the time’s up for rapists

    There is only one you. Of the seven billion people in the world, there is no other who is exactly like you. You are unique. The recipe for making you is domiciled deep in every cell of the body, written in molecular language of four alphabets called …

    Source: Citizen
  • Published on Jun 20, 2018

    Kenya gears up for GMO cotton from next year

    By CHRISTABEL LIGAMI More by this Author Kenya is likely to start growing genetically modified cotton on commercial basis next year. The country will become the first in East Africa to grow GMOs in open fields, and fourth in Africa after South Africa, …

    Source: The East African
  • Published on Jun 18, 2018

    Thanks to DNA, time’s up for rapists

    By MARION MUTUGI More by this Author There is only one you. Of the seven billion people in the world, there is no other who is exactly like you. You are unique. The recipe for making you is domiciled deep in every cell of the body, written in molecular …

    Source: Nation
  • Published on Jun 13, 2018

    Does climate affect people's culture?

    Wednesday, June 13, 2018 19:53 By SCOTT BELLOWS A group of cultural dancers. Research says temperatures will affect the way people behave. FILE PHOTO | NMG   Why do some groups of people behave differently than other groups? What drives the variance …

    Source: Business Daily
  • Published on Jun 20, 2018

    Global Physician Dispensed Cosmeceuticals Strategic Market Report 2018 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

    The "Physician Dispensed Cosmeceuticals - Global Strategic Business Report" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, …

    Source: MarketWatch.com
  • Published on Jun 12, 2018

    Gates’ non-profit biotech for poverty diseases sets out its stall at BIO

    Chief executive Heaton says GatesMRI will be a place where translational science meets medicine The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation’s new non-profit biotech - the Gates Medical Research Institute - had its first public outing at the BIO meeting last …

    Source: Pharmaceutical Marketing
  • Published on Jun 11, 2018

    New Zealand to fund Sh90m dairy and moringa venture

    Monday, June 11, 2018 19:07 By BONFACE OTIENO Farmers are set to benefit from a dairy farming venture in Makueni. FILE PHOTO | NMG  The government of New Zealand is set to invest about Sh90 million in dairy farming and cultivation of moringa in Makueni …

    Source: Business Daily
  • Published on Jun 8, 2018

    FULL LIST Of New Parastatal Appointments Made By President Uhuru

    List of new appointments by Uhuru, Mt Kenya and Rift Valley dominate, zero hand shake effect. Check out full list Here is the full list of new parastatal heads and board members: 1. Charles Oyugi Owino, Chairperson, South Nyanza Sugar Company Limited 2. …

    Source: Kenya Today
  • Published on Jun 7, 2018

    Using forensic science to tackle sexual violence

    Credit: University of Leicester Researchers from the University of Leicester are using forensic DNA to help tackle sexual violence in humanitarian contexts—such as remote locations, displaced communities, conflict and post-conflict situations. The team …

    Source: Medical Xpress
  • Published on Jun 7, 2018

    Full list: New heads of parastatals and board members

    Charles Oyugi Owino, Chairperson, South Nyanza Sugar Company Limited Rita Kavashe, Chairperson, Kenya Roads Board Wanyala Iyaya, Chairperson, Consolidated Bank Limited Board Kariithi Kibuga Kinyua, Chairperson, National Oil Corporation of Kenya James Teko …

    Source: Business Daily
  • Published on May 25, 2018

    HOW DO SCIENTISTS HOPE TO SAVE THE NORTHERN WHITE RHINO USING IVF?

    While the death of Sudan marks a symbolic turning point in the fight to save the northern white rhino, in fact the survival of the species has been entirely reliant on untested IVF techniques for years. It was hoped that Sudan, his daughter Najin and …

    Source: Charleston Daily Mail
  • Published on May 24, 2018

    All you need to know before picking a fertility treatment centre in Kenya

    ALSO READ: What are the chances of you choosing your baby's sex? Dear Doctor, My husband and I are considering fertility treatment. We will need a donor for the procedure. Is this available in Kenya or will we have to go abroad? Alison   Dear Alison, …

    Source: Standard Digital News
  • Published on Jun 14, 2018

    Ethiopia approves GM cotton cultivation

    The ministry of environment, forest and climate change, Government of Ethiopia, has approved the cultivation of Genetically Modified (GM) cotton in the country. The ministry’s approval for “environmental release” or growing biotechnologically engineered …

    Source: Africa Leader
  • Published on Jun 14, 2018

    Agroecological Farming Key To Africa’s Futu

    [Global: Path To Africa’s Food Security] The global food crisis and how to stop hunger from escalating in the midst of the current economic crisis was the subject of a G8 meeting of Agricultural ministers, April 18-20, in Treviso, Italy. For now, the G8 …

    Source: Black Star News
  • Published on Apr 29, 2018

    Kenya's hopes of being declared polio-free dashed

    By AGGREY OMBOKI More by this Author Kenya’s hopes of being certified as a polio-free country have been dashed after the discovery of live polio viruses in sewage samples from Nairobi’s Eastleigh estate. On April 6, 2018, Kenya Medical Research Institute …

    Source: Nation
  • Published on Jun 12, 2018

    Boost for textile industry as GMO cotton planting starts

    The country’s textile industry is headed for a big boost after Genetically Modified cotton planting began locally. A journey of more than 15 years of developing the BT cotton reached the last stage yesterday, as the National Performance Trials for the …

    Source: Standard Digital News
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Packaged. The 7th Global Summit

Date: 25-Jun-18 to 26-Jun-18
Location: Amsterdam / Netherlands
The two day summit will explore the latest innovations in interactive packaging, nanotechnology and active packaging and discover the advances being made in materials for enhanced product safety and security. You will also learn how to reduce your cost per item by improving efficiency in your production line, reducing the size of your packaging and by using innovative new materials. Our world-leading innovative speakers will explain how you can create and implement sustainability policies that not only meet the demands of your consumer but that maintain and grow your profit margins too.

Medical Sensors Design Conference, San Jose, June 2018

Date: 25-Jun-18 to 26-Jun-18
Location: San Jose / United States
The Medical Sensors Design Conference creates unique educational and networking opportunities that drive sensor development and foster innovation in medical and healthcare applications. Co-located with Sensors Expo & Conference 2018, the Medical Sensors Design Conference provides the perfect context for design engineers and OEMs to learn about underlying sensor technologies and emerging applications. For sponsorship / exhibition enquiries, please get in touch.

VRX: Immersive Enterprise 2018

Date: 26-Jun-18 to 27-Jun-18
Location: Boston / United States
Immersive Enterprise 2018 (June 26-27, Boston) is the leading senior-level B2B event for executives from across industry looking at the business applications for immersive technology. Bringing together global business leaders from AEC, Automotive, Manufacturing, Engineering, Retail, Healthcare and more, Immersive Enterprise 2018 is purpose built for VR/AR professionals to network and share industry insights on how to drive VR & AR adoption across the enterprise. With leaders from the most pioneering enterprises and tech companies, you’ll identify where VR & AR content and technology are having a real impact on training, design, worker collaboration and sales & marketing. Plus you’ll get the latest market insights from top analysts and investors on where the opportunities are ...

Nuclear Asset Information Monitoring and Maintenance

Date: 26-Jun-18 to 27-Jun-18
Location: United Kingdom
n an increasingly competitive energy market, the nuclear sector is tasked with reducing asset life-cycle costs and improving operational efficiency against a backdrop of an ever more complex operational environment and stringent licensing and regulatory requirements. It is mission critical to maintain strict data integrity throughout the plant lifecycle and develop a clear view on critical asset documents and operational data to inform decision making. With the availability of advanced asset health monitoring, on and offline operational data gathering, diagnostic and asset modelling methods and tools comes the opportunity to optimise assets throughout their lifecycle, increase operational availability and effectively manage failure and maintenance. With this comes added complexity, ...

Palo Alto Networks: Cyber Tuesday – Cyber Range Level 1

Date: 26-Jun-18 to 26-Jun-18
Location: United States
Welcome to the next step in security training. Part immersive video game, part skills workshop and part team-building exercise, Cyber Range is the antidote to standard, dry-as-dust, snooze-fest training. If you’re looking for a fast-paced, high-tech, FUN way to learn the very latest security strategies and techniques, then look no further! At the  Cyber Range , you and your teams will: - Master skills and techniques  by identifying and preventing live attacks with best practices tips from our experienced instructors. - Create and test different strategies  by researching and responding to real-world threats. - Strengthen your execution  by building and testing end-to-end prevention processes while battling other teams during full-on cyberattack scenarios. What’s more, you’ll receive a ...

Palo Alto Networks: Cyber Tuesday – Cyber Range Level 1

Date: 26-Jun-18 to 26-Jun-18
Location: United States
Welcome to the next step in security training. Part immersive video game, part skills workshop and part team-building exercise, Cyber Range is the antidote to standard, dry-as-dust, snooze-fest training. If you’re looking for a fast-paced, high-tech, FUN way to learn the very latest security strategies and techniques, then look no further! At the  Cyber Range , you and your teams will: - Master skills and techniques  by identifying and preventing live attacks with best practices tips from our experienced instructors. - Create and test different strategies  by researching and responding to real-world threats. - Strengthen your execution  by building and testing end-to-end prevention processes while battling other teams during full-on cyberattack scenarios. What’s more, you’ll receive a ...

Palo Alto Networks: Ultimate Test Drive - Minemeld y Autofocus

Date: 26-Jun-18 to 26-Jun-18
Location: Spain
Minemeld y Autofocus   Palo Alto Networks le invita a un taller técnico gratuito de media jornada donde descubrirá como MineMeld, una aplicación de código abierto agiliza la agregación, el cumplimiento y el intercambio de inteligencia sobre amenazas. El objetivo del taller es que cada asistente ponga en marcha su propia instancia de MineMeld. Se requiere, por lo tanto, que cada asistente disponga de, como mínimo, acceso a alguna de las siguientes plataformas: - Acceso a un entorno ESXi / vCenter / Player con capacidad de arrancar el siguiente workload: - 2x 2Ghz CPU core - 2GB DRAM - 40GB HD - Acceso a un entorno Docker - Acceso a una subscripción Azure - Acceso a un entorno AWS EC2 Sobre los casos de uso: Atención: No olvide traer su PC.

Palo Alto Networks: Ransomware's Next Steps

Date: 26-Jun-18 to 26-Jun-18
Location: United States
THIS TRAPS SEMINAR WILL MAKE SURE YOU’RE UP-TO-DATE Promising huge profits from tiny effort or investment, ransomware remains an exceptionally popular tool for both advanced and novice attackers alike. In this seminar, you will learn how your organization can deploy Traps™ advanced endpoint protection to prevent ransomware attacks without sacrificing your teams’ productivity or resources. You’ll also get the latest intel on: - Trends and predictions - New attack vectors and payment schemes - Breaking down attacks

Palo Alto Networks: AWS Workshop

Date: 26-Jun-18 to 26-Jun-18
Location: Hong Kong
Concerns about security have many organizations taking a wait-and-see approach to migrating to the cloud. Join us for a no-cost, exclusive seminar on how to make your move to the cloud both simple and secure. We’ll show you how to protect your applications, data, users and infrastructure across all your environments by delivering consistent, automated security that removes human error – as well as malware and breaches – from the equation. Secure your spot and learn how to eliminate a wide range of risks across your environments. Bring your questions! Our experts will be happy to answer them. 2.30 p.m. Opening and Introduction by Palo Alto 2.40 p.m. Cloud Security: Consistent and Frictionless Prevention Everywhere by Palo Alto Networks, with Johnny 3.10 p.m. GDPR ...
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