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Wednesday, October 19, 2011
CfPs: Journal of Science Policy & Governance - Deadline Extended
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Time to apply for Erasmus Mundus South Asia mobility programmes
coordinated by Lund University and Mälardalen University
Swedish universities - Lund and Mälardalen - coordinate two of the five lots focusing on South Asia (Lot 12), and another two Swedish universities - Uppsala and KTH Royal Institute of Technology - are partners in Asia Regional lots (12 and 13).
Applications for the lots coordinated by Lund and Mälardalen can be delivered from 15th October till 1 December 2011.
More information and on-line application for the EMEA programme. http://www.emeuropeasia.org/
More information and on-line application for the IDEAS programme. http://www.idt.mdh.se/ideas/
Besides, KTH Royal Institute of Technology is a Swedish partner in the Lot 13 AREAS (Academic Relations between Europe and Asia) consortium, coordinated by Politecnico di Torino, Italy (with one South Asian partner university).
CfPs:: National Seminar on Processes of Exclusion and Adivasi Rights in India; 15-16 February 2012; at University of Hyderabad
15-16 February 2012
Organized by the Centre for Human Rights (CHR) in collaboration with Centre for the Study of Social Exclusion and Inclusive Policy (CSSEIP), University of Hyderabad, India.
Objectives
The proposed national seminar aims to: (1) explore different processes and actors responsible for Adivasi Exclusion in the post-independence period; and (2) critically review the Adivasi Rights and the sub-sequent policy initiatives that have not been properly addressed their exclusion.
Output
It is expected that the papers presented at the seminar and ensuing discussions will throw light on the nature of different processes and actors responsible for Adivasi Exclusion in the post-independence period, and also drawing critical inputs on the gaps in implementation of the Adivasi Rights. Selected papers from the seminar will be put together in a volume. It is expected that the volume will be of high quality and will be published by a reputed international publisher.
Themes
The seminar will cover the following broad areas. Since the major objective of the seminar is to explore various processes of Adivasi Exclusion, it is expected that the papers highlight the processes of exclusion and Adivasi Rights. The papers should be based on empirical facts having linkage with theory.
- Exclusion in Indian context – Theoretical Dimensions
- Poverty and Living Standards of Adivasi
- Education
- Health
- Forest and Agriculture
- Globalization, Land Alienation and Natural Resources
- Discrimination and Untouchability
- Governance in Adivasi Areas, Adivasi Rights and Policies
- Labour and Employment
- Culture, Language and Identity
Call for Papers
The delegates are requested to submit the title and brief abstract of their paper latest by 31st October 2011. The abstract should not exceed 250 words. The full length paper should be between 5000 to 8000 words, and be typed with double line spacing in Times New Roman 12pt. in MS-Word. The full length paper should be submitted to the Seminar Coordinator in a soft copy through e-mail. The following are important dates to remember to meet the deadlines of the seminar.
- Title of the paper and brief Abstract of 250 words - 31 October 2011
- Confirmation of acceptance of the Abstract - 8 November 2011
- Last date for sending the full/final paper - 26 December 2011
- Review & confirmation of final decision - 10 January 2012
Hospitality and Travel
The organizers of the seminar will make arrangements for food and stay for the delegates in the University Guest House from 14th evening to 17th morning February, 2012. We will try to reimburse the travel to the outstation delegates to the extent of funds availability. However, keeping the budget constraints, the delegates to the extent possible, are requested to make their own arrangements for their travel.
Saturday, October 15, 2011
Media article "Check Plagiarism in Science", by Pranav N Desai, Indian Express, 15th Oct. 2011
As the global trends suggest there are more scientific frauds with more science. With the increasing number of scientific institutions, journals and soaring publications, it seems that the established norms of science like organised scepticism and disinterestedness are fading and that normal checks and balances like peer review are losing efficacy. Recent scandals like Hwang Woo-Suk's fake stem-cell lines or Jan Hendrik Schön's duplicated graphs are some of the evidences proving that it is easy to publish fabricated data in prestigious journals. An investigative team from Korea found that Hwang' evidence supporting the existence of a human embryo clone was fake. Moreover, Hwang also indulged in the unethical practice of collecting his research material from his junior researchers. Schön, a young physicist working at Bell Laboratory, USA, published eight papers in a single year. He claimed a spectacular discovery of organic electrical laser, a triumph of nanotechnology and managed to win many prestigious awards. This turned out to be fraudulent. Science retracted all his papers and he lost his PhD too. This kind of incidents not only leads to wastage of resources but may pose a serious threat to human health.
Scientific misconduct would broadly constitute not only violation of standard code of scholarly conduct but also ethical behaviour in scientific research by various acts of commission and omission on the part of actors in the scientific enterprise. This would include communication or publication of fabricated research data, falsification or manipulation of data to prevent a certain result, plagiarism or act of taking credit of work of another or willfully suppressing citation of prior discovery.
India is no exception to this increasing global menace. In recent times, with a sudden expansion of scientific output, there are increasing reports of scientific misconduct. The majority of cases reported are of plagiarism as it is easy to detect and relatively cheaper technologies in terms of software are available to detect the same. However, there are many cases of misconduct like fabrication or falsification of data that go unnoticed not only because it involves cost but also in the absence of any regulatory authority, comprehensive studies, scientific accountability and awareness. The task is compounded by the fact that this phenomenon is reportedly not confined to younger scientists or mid-career professionals but to organisational heads of national institutes, IIT faculties, and vice-chancellors. Some of the widely publicised controversies are B S Rajput and colleagues in the field of theoretical physics. Rajput was vice-chancellor and was alleged of plagiarising old papers and also successfully published in prestigious international journals along with other colleagues. He resigned after the enquiry upheld the charges and maintained that the papers were published without his consent by his student. Hence, it is no wonder that scientists at subordinate level also get protected.
Yet another case involving a vice-chancellor was of Kalyan Kumar and colleagues at North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology. It was alleged that he plagiarised three papers that had similarity with some old work of IIT professors. P Chiranjeevi, a chemistry professor of Sri Venkateswara University was accused of plagiarising more than 70 research papers published between 2004 and 2007 and a disciplinary action was taken against him by the University Executive Council. More recently in August 2011, Sangiliyandi Gurunathan, head, Department of Biotechnology of Kalasalingam University was removed from his post as eight of his research papers were found to be manipulated and retracted and the university also revoked registration of his six PhD students. The list does not end here as some of the private practitioners were also observed to be involved in scientific misconduct. More recently some of the MNCs operating in the country, in order to influence policy, were reportedly involved in misconduct. A study conducted for the period 2001-2010 for the retracted papers by Indian scientists revealed an increasing rate of retraction of published papers in prestigious journals mainly due to plagiarism or self-plagiarism. The reported rate of retraction due to misconduct of 44 per 1,00,000 papers is also observed to be much higher than the world average for all retractions of about 17 per 100,000 papers.
Many prominent scientists have advocated a statutory body on the lines of the Office of Research Integrity in the USA. However it is debatable, especially in the context S&T structure in India, whether it is more suitable for India to have an independent research integrity office or locating it within the government department. Contrary to the US situation, public sector science is predominant with an overwhelming proportion of 84 per cent R&D investment as against only 26 per cent in the private sector. In the last decade or so, India has witnessed an unprecedented level of growth in scientific publication, patenting activity, an increased level of international collaboration, FDI investment in R&D and clinical trials for drug discovery. Along with this, there has been a heightened level of environmental and ethical consciousness with the emergence of bio- and nano-technologies.
The repercussions of scientific misconduct are more serious for human health and the misconduct reported is much higher in this sector as well. Though in India it is difficult to provide any such data with confidence, it seems that the misconduct reported is evenly spread in all fields of science rather than one or two areas or research institutes/universities. This is reflected in reported cases of misconduct posted on the Society for Scientific Values (SSV). A society like SSV devoid of any legal powers to take action against scientific misconduct does provide moral pressure to act against any omission or commission leading to comprises of scientific standards and ethics. The influence of such voluntary organisations is also reflected in the fact that three directors of national institutes were removed following indictment by SSV.
The cost involved in frauds, its investigation and remediation is not simply in terms of financial and human resources but also in terms of time energy and more importantly in terms of prestige of a scientific organisation or a nation as a whole. Hence, to promote scientific excellence and to bolster the image of Indian science a question arises whether India has the adequate mechanism to deal with the issues of scientific misconduct in a rapidly expanding scientific activities. Moreover, is it high time for evolving an independent regulatory agency with adequate infrastructure and legal power to strengthen standards and ethical practice of Indian science?
Pranav N Desai is professor, Centre for Studies in Science Policy, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi.
Source: http://expressbuzz.com/opinion/op-ed/check-plagiarism-in-science/323406.html
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
National Himalayan Winter Trekking Expedition 2011-12 at Dalhousie
National Himalayan Winter Trekking Expedition 2011-12 at Dalhousie
19 December 2011 to 05 January 2012 (any 6 days)
Youth Hostels Association of India is organizing National Himalayan Winter Trekking Expedition in the Dalhousie region of Western Himalayas for the last 18 years. On a popular demand from our members we are once again organizing this expedition from Dec., 2011 to Jan., 2012. Come and see that lies beyond the hills, peep into the unseen and have a feel of snow. You are welcome to join this trail on any day during the scheduled period.
Purpose of our Programme
The purpose of the programme is to expose the YHAI members to a greater adventure and to rough out the rigours of plodding through snow with a sense of love for nature and outdoor recreational activity aiming at promoting national integration
Programme Schedule & Route
- Day 1: Reporting Point is Banikhet C/o Hotel Sahara Inn, Bus stand Banikhet. Tel. No: 01899-254527.(Banikhet 6000 Ft. is just 5 Km before Dalhousie)
- Day 2: Trek to Dalhousie – 5 Km/ 2hrs.
- Day 3: Trek to Kalatop – 8 Km/5 hrs
- Day 4: Trek to Khajjiar – 11 Km/7 hrs
- Day 5: Trek to Mangla – 11 Km/6hrs
- Day 6: Transfer by Bus to Banikhet. Participants may plan their return journey after 11 am on Day 6.
Note: Programme schedule/route is subject to change with or without prior notice.
Fees
Participation fee Rs.2750/- per head will cover stay in tented accommodation, simple nutritious vegetarian food, guidance, equipments and insurance. You will however, bear the to and fro travel expenses from your hometown to the base camp and back.
Imp. YHAI Group insurance cover is for accidental death or permanent disability only. You are advised to take insurance cover for your journey and other related matters.
Dates
You may choose to report at the base camp Banikhet on any day from 19th Dec., 2011 to 5th Jan., 2012
How to Apply
Member desires of joining this programme may apply on a prescribed Registration Form duly supported by a Medical Certificate, along with DD of requisite amount in favour of "Youth Hostels Association of India" payable at New Delhi. You can apply online also.
N.B. Without admit card do not claim your registration as confirmed.
How to reach Base Camp
Last Rail Head: Pathankot/Chakkibank on Main Delhi/Howrah-Jammu Section of Northern Railway. Bus Service: Regular Bus services are available from Pathankot, Delhi and other parts of Punjab. Pathankot/Chakki Bank to Banikhet is 75 kms (3 to 3.5 hrs by bus). Roadways buses and Private Taxis are available.
Things to Bring Along With You
Rucksacks (if you have one), shirts, pants/jeans, Track suit, woolen jersey, thick jacket, woolen muffler/balaclava, gloves, inner garments(Woollen/Cotton), light raincoat, 3 pairs of thick woollen socks, water bottle, lunch box, enameled or steel mug or tumbler, plate, spoon, water purifying tablets, pen-knifs, needle, thread, spare buttons goggles (other than blue glasses), cold cream or Vaseline, soap, toilet paper, towel, medicines which you normally use at home.
Certificate
Participants, who successfully complete the trek and abide by the discipline of the programme, will be awarded certificate.
Cancellation
In case you are unable to join the trek after paying the participation fee, you will get a refund of 50% provided your request is received directly in the National Office at least 7 days in advance from the date of your reporting. No refund will, however, be admissible if such notice is short of 7 days. Any unforeseen event/strike or natural calamity will not be considered as a cause of cancellation.
Safety
Extensive and painstaking preparations have gone into the planning of trek routes for your safety. Our field staff and experienced camp leaders have been visiting the area to check all details. While every care has been taken to ensure safety, Youth Hostels Association of India cannot be held responsible for any accident, illness and such other unforeseen eventualities.
Smoking, use of alcohols and narcotics of any description are strictly prohibited during the course of the programme.
Deviating from the set route of the programme is not permitted. If participants desire to join any other activity, they may do so at their own responsibility and risk only after finishing the trek and checking out.
Special Casual Leave
The Trekking Expedition organized by Youth Hostels Association of India have the approval of Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, (Deptt. Of Personnel and Training), Government of India, vide office Order No.280016/89-Estt(A), dated 25th October, 1989. Participants working in Central Government organizations can apply to the authorities concerned for availing special casual leave for the duration of the expedition. This leave can be sanctioned by their office up to 30 days in calendar year
Your Attention
Please note that this is an environment friendly trek. Do not litter any wrappers or spoil the trail in any way. In case you find any wrapper, plastic bag or anything left by trekkers on the way, please carry the same with you and deposit at the base camp.
Burning of wood during camp fire is strictly prohibited. Import of any Bio Non-Degradable Material in Himachal Pradesh is an offence.
Adventure Scholarships for the Handicapped Youths
YHAI announces 50 adventure scholarships of 50% each to handicapped youths including deaf and dump for this expedition. Deserving participants may apply to the National Office, YHAI on a plain paper supported by relevant medical certificate.
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Nehru Memorial Museum and Library (NMML) invites applications for fellowships (Senior Fellow/ Fellow/ Junior Fellow)
Teen Murti House, New Delhi-110011
The Nehru Memorial Museum and Library (NMML) offers fellowships to scholars to pursue research in (i) Modern Indian History and Contemporary Studies (ii) Perspectives in Indian Development (social economic and cultural) and (iii) India and Changing Trends in World Economy and Polity.
The fellowships are offered at three levels: Junior Fellow, Fellow and Senior Fellow. The emoluments, including allowances, will correspond to that of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor and Professor of Central Universities, respectively. CPF/GPF facilities will be extended only to scholars having permanent jobs who take up the fellowship after taking leave without pay from their parent departments. Fellowships offered are for a duration of two years only. Fellows will be based in Delhi except for a maximum of five fellows who may be permitted by the Selection Committee to be based outside Delhi.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Senior Fellow: Scholars of eminence who have made a significant contribution to the knowledge in their respective fields and preferably have experience of conducting and guiding research.
Fellow: Good Academic record, a Ph.D. or equivalent published work and at least five years teaching/post doctoral research experience.
Junior Fellow: These positions are open to candidates with a good academic record and/or scholarly publications, and preferably a Ph.D. degree.
Interested scholars are requested to send an application along with a note of about 2,000 words on the proposed project to be undertaken with the following information in an envelope clearly marked "Application for Fellowship" to the Director, Nehru Memorial Museum and Library, Teen Murti House, New Delhi – 110011. 1) Name. 2) Address. 3) Date of Birth. 4) Academic Record from High School onwards. 5) Details of post-graduate work and list of publications with copies of at least two recent publications. 6) Details of how employed so far and 7) Recommendations from two referees. Candidates in employment should apply through proper channel.
Applications for the current round of fellowship should reach the NMML on or before October 30, 2011. The NMML however reserves the right to accept applications that may come in even after the last date. In general, applications can be sent at any time of the year and they shall be retained on file for consideration periodically. The NMML reserves the right to invite any scholar who may not have applied to, to accept fellowships at any level to pursue research on any project in the three areas broadly defined. Those who applied in response to the last advertisement for fellowships in October 2010 need not apply again as their applications will also be considered.
CfPs:: International Seminar on Institution, Structure and Organization in Globalizing India; 20-21 Jan 2012; IITB
20-21 January 2012
Venue: Indian Institute of Technology Bombay
Call for Paper
Globalization has changed the workings of core structures and institutions and introduced new forms of organization. We need to understand how government works now. We need to understand how large educational and research institutions, science and technology institutions, corporations, judicial bodies, international intergovernmental organizations (IOs) and large non-governmental organizations have adapted their modes of functioning or created new modes of work, regulation and systematization with the new technologies and processes of globalization. The seminar will focus on new economic regulatory structures, structures of law or governance, Indian state mechanisms for infrastructure development through partnership with the private sector, state deregulation and disinvestment policies; macro-level employment schemes, the institutions of the corporate world and the new relationships with workforce.
Last date for receipt of abstracts: 23 October 2011
Contact Person:-
Rowena Robinson
Professor of Sociology
Department of Humanities and Social Sciences
Indian Institute of Technology Bombay
Powai, Mumbai 400076
Email: rowena@iitb.ac.in
Wednesday, October 5, 2011
CfPs: National Workshop on Using Different Metrics for Assessing Research Productivity; at ISI Delhi; 16-17 February 2012
16-17 February 2012
Organised by: Indian Statistical Institute, New Delhi
About the Workshop
Metrics-based research evaluation is gaining increasing importance in assessing research performance at national, international and institutional levels. There is a growing need to design and operationalize standardized quality metrics/indicators. This workshop is intended to take stock of present methods of evaluating research productivity of countries and individual scientists. An endeavour will be made to examine the methods which are followed in different scientometrics/bibliometrics studies which are generally used in the assessment of research productivity. This workshop will include both invited and contributed papers and lectures by eminent keynote speakers.
Objectives
To bring together scientists, policy makers and information scientists/librarians to discuss the various issues related to the topic.
To identify best practices and tools for measuring and assessing the research productivity
Themes and Sub-themes
- Research evaluation: Evaluating research performance at macro, meso and micro-levels; Evaluation indicators for research productivity and other science related practices; Assessing research quality in India and case studies in Indian context
- Indicators of research performance: Quantitative and qualitative indicators; Composite indicators, Limitations of indicators; Quality versus quantity, two sides of the coins of research productivity; New bibliometric indicators of research performance; Using metrics for arriving at conclusions: Best Practices; An open and consistent measurement system; Issues, problems in research measurement
- Software tools for bibliometric analysis: Tools for measuring research performance; Data sources and tools for data capturing
- Institutional roles in research measurement: Role of Academic/Societies/Governmental bodies in research measurement studies; Role of University/Special libraries in supporting research measurement studies; Moving beyond the existing practices: search for value addition parameters
Call for papers
The workshop invites unpublished conceptual and empirical research papers and case studies on the themes and sub-themes of the workshop. Please note that papers presented in the workshop will be published in proceedings or edited book.
The manuscripts should be in (.doc format) sent to the Organizing Secretary at khatri@isid.ac.in, khatri52@hotmail.com
Important Dates
- Last date for submission of Theme/Title of the Paper: 15th October 2011
- Last date for submission of full paper: 15th December 2011
- Notification of acceptance of paper with comments: 7th January 2012
- Last date for sending filled in registration form: 15th January 2012
Monday, October 3, 2011
Call for Research Concept Notes: Economics of Natural Resource Use and Environmental Change
Economics of Natural Resource Use and Environmental Change
Deadline 7 November 2011
The South Asian Network for Development and Environmental Economics (SANDEE) is a regional network that provides research support to South Asian researchers and institutions interested in the inter-connection among development, natural resource use and the environment. SANDEE is currently inviting research concept notes on the Economics of Natural Resource Use and Environmental Change in South Asia. Concept notes, if accepted, will lead to an invitation to submit a full research proposal.
SANDEE requests research concept notes in the areas of natural resources and environmental economics. Research topics can cover a variety of issues, ranging from the economics of climate change (mitigation and adaptation) to pollution management; valuation of environmental services to ecotourism; and, urban and coastal resource management to fragile mountain concerns. Research on macro considerations such as trade and the environment, comprehensive wealth and income accounting and evaluation of economic and environmental policies will also be considered. While SANDEE's focus is on environmental management, proposals should include a strong economics component. Multi-disciplinary projects are encouraged. Institutional affiliation is required for receiving support. Concept notes will be evaluated on their academic merit and policy significance.
SANDEE will collect proposals throughout the year. However, to be considered for our next research competition, please send concept notes by 7 November 2011. The average grant size in recent years has been 20,000 USD for one to two year projects. Larger grants will also be considered only if a multidisciplinary team of natural and social scientists are involved and there is a clear identification of roles and tasks. Please upload concept notes on SANDEE's website by visiting http://www.sandeeonline.org/research_workshop_application_form.php where a set of guidelines for developing research concept notes is posted. For additional queries, please contact us at research@sandeeonline.org or info@sandeeonline.org
Thursday, September 29, 2011
2011 Emerald Digital Usage Award, in partnership with Student Competitions: Call for recommendations relating to online usage of academic publications
2011 Emerald Digital Usage Award, in partnership with Student Competitions
Call for recommendations relating to online usage of academic publications
Emerald Group Publishing Limited, in association with Student Competitions, is offering three cash prizes for business plans that contribute to the development of library electronic resources by analysing and developing practices which will increase online usage. Academic publishing is currently undergoing major changes, as print materials are converted to electronic format.
Emerald is dedicated not only to increasing usage but also to increasing the citation of research based on relevancy and practical implications, rather than on traditional rankings alone.
The winning business plan should actively promote and uphold the use of Library Electronic Holdings.
There will be one award of £1,000 for the winning business plan, and two awards of £500 each for highly-commended runners up.
Winners will also receive a certificate and a winners' logo to attach to correspondence. Ideas from the winning business plan will be disseminated to libraries globally to support the management of electronic holdings and the communities which use them.
Judging Criteria
Entries should:
- Recommended strategies for increasing low usage;
- Include ideas for promotion at journal and/or database level;
- Outline replicable strategies to increase usage of electronic holdings within college/university libraries and corporate and public sector organisations;
- Demonstrate originality and innovation;
- Specify the expected timescales;
- Outline projected costs.
- Consider a range of traditional and non-traditional marketing techniques.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the Award, the lead researcher must be a current student or have completed a course of study no earlier than 2006.
Submission requirements
Applicants must be submitted online using the application form at: http://ww2.emeraldinsight.com/awards/usage.htm
The following documents will be required electronically:
- A business plan providing potential solutions to increase the efficiency and decrease the cost of Library Electronic Holdings. It should not exceed 2,000 words (tables, notes, figures, appendices and reference lists, if provided will not be counted on total words);
- A covering letter containing contact information of all contributors to the business plan, indicating who will be the main contact
Key Dates
- The closing date for applications is 27 January 2012.
- Winners will be announced in March 2012.
Monday, September 26, 2011
Just Published: Climate Change related Books by Dr. Pawan Sikka, former Advisor, DST
- Sikka, Pawan (2011). Climate Change - India in Focus: Mitigating Impacts of Global Warming. New Delhi: Uppal Publishing House, 2012. ISBN: 978-81-7658-0663. Price: INR 1295. Further Details
- Sikka, Pawan (2010). Global Warming: India's Response to Climate Change, Disaster Mitigation & Adaptation. New Delhi: Uppal Publishing House, 2010. ISBN: 978-81-7658-0595. Price: INR 2500. Further Details
Other Books
Sikka, Pawan (2010). Chandrayaan and Beyond: Indian Space Exploration Programme – New Findings about the Moon. New Delhi: Uppal Publishing House, 2010. ISBN: 978-81-7658-0533. Price: INR 1195. Further Details
Sikka, Pawan (2009). Nuclear-Powered India: NSG-Clearance Indo-US Deal: Ushering in a New Dawn of the 21st Century. New Delhi: Uppal Publishing House, 2009. ISBN: 978-81-7658-025-60. Price: INR 1995. Further Details
Sikka, Pawan (2009). India's National Policies: A Vision of a New World. New Delhi: Uppal Publishing House, 2009. ISBN: 978-81-7658-0496. Price: INR 1450. Further Details
Sikka, Pawan (2008). Science Policy: New Strategies for India's Modernization. New Delhi: Uppal Publishing House, 2010. ISBN: 978-81-7658-0595. Price: INR 1995. Further Details
Call for Proposals – Rainfed Agriculture: Action Research on Support Systems
Call for Proposals – Rainfed Agriculture: Action Research on Support Systems
The RRA Network invites action research proposals for evolving and pilot testing robust support systems to stimulate inclusive growth in sustainable agriculture, livestock, fisheries and other production systems in rainfed areas.
The proposed pilot initiatives must have a sizeable scale of impact and be embedded into ongoing government programmes such as RKVY, BRGF, IWMP, MGNREGS, NRLM and others. Innovative collaboration with these mainstream programmes to demonstrate a relevant paradigm of rainfed agriculture is desired.
Scale of impact and policy relevance are the important criteria for selection. The field-level pilot will complement the mainstream programme of the partner organisation, by building in action-research and analytical capacity. A budget of not more than Rs 1 crore must accompany each proposal.
Deadline for receiving proposals: 15 October 2011
Download guidelines for application here. Download format for proposal here.
Send in completed proposals by email to secretariat@rainfedindia.org or rainfedindia@gmail.com . You can also send the proposal in hard copy to:
The RRA Network
Secretariat - WASSAN
House No. 12-13-450, Street No. 1, Tarnaka, Secunderabad 500 017
ANDHRA PRADESH
Friday, September 23, 2011
Research Training Course in Women's Studies: Concepts and Debates; at CWDS Delhi; 01 Nov - 09 Dec 2011
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| Venue | : Centre for Women's Development Studies |
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| Introduction and Rationale for the Proposed Course: Structure of the Course: The course will be structured around interactive sessions with CWDS and guest faculty, library consultation, assignments and preparation of a research proposal. The course follows a cluster approach, and is structured around 10 thematic clusters or units. Each of these clusters consists of a number of interactive sessions, library work and assignments to students, who will make presentations on the theme at the end of each cluster. At an early stage of the course each student will identify his or her area of interest and begin working on a research proposal. At the end of the course, each student will make a presentation of their proposal to the entire group and receive critical feedback. The course will be conducted over a period of six weeks, five days each week (with the exception of holidays). Each day will consist of at least two interactive sessions with the concerned faculty, in the morning and afternoon, including library consultation and reading. The broad themes of the course are as follows: I. Introduction to Women's Studies in the Social Sciences and Humanities: Questions of disciplines, interdisciplinarity and transdisciplinarity. Women's studies and the Women's Movement. II. History – its significance and criticality for gender and feminism. III. Concepts in Women's Studies: Patriarchy, Gender, Sexuality, Femininity and Masculinity, Feminism, and so on. IV. State, Citizenship and Rights: V. Development: VI. Labour, Class and Gender VII. Culture and Representation VIII. Caste, Community, Family IX. Law, Justice, Equality X. Health and Disability | |
International Workshop on Sciences and Narratives of Nature: East and West; 12-14 December 2011; Manipal, India
12-14 December 2011; Manipal, India
Sponsors and partners:
- Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC) Aid to Research Workshops and Conferences grant
- Manipal University, Manipal, India
- Situating Science Strategic Knowledge Cluster
- Institute of Southeast Asian Studies (ISEAS)
- University of New South Wales (UNSW)
Hosted in Manipal, India, this workshop marks the second stage in a multi-stage collaborative initiative between Canadian, Indian and Southeast Asian scholars in the field of Science and Technology Studies (STS). Following the successes of the "Circulating Knowledge: East and West" workshop held at the University of King's College in July, 2010, the workshop will adopt a comparative approach to examine the rise of science and concepts of nature in the "East" and the "West".
Last date for the submission of applications: 30 September 2011
Thursday, September 22, 2011
CfPs: 1st Biennial Congress on Urban Green Spaces (CUGS 2012), New Delhi
15 - 17 February 2012 at New Delhi, India
Organized by: Aravali Foundation for Education; Delhi Government; UNESCO
CUGS2012 will take critical look at the interface between urban human habitation and urban green spaces to build upon our understanding of the elements of urban green spaces and their interconnectedness with quality of life in our fast expanding cities. The Congress will deal with physical, spatial, economics, environmental, aesthetic, and other characteristics of urban green spaces under the following sub-themes:
- Climate Change Mitigation and Energy Use Optimisation
- Water Conservation and Pollution Control
- Biodiversity, Livelihoods, Economics and Valuation
- Civil Society and Educational Linkages
- Technology, Management and Design - Options and Challenges
- Policy, Planning and Governance
CUGS2012 will also have, as participants, students pursuing professional programs in the areas like urban planning, environmental science, forestry, floriculture, architecture and other relevant academic by way of poster session during the congress.
CUGS2012 will also provide an opportunity to private\public sector organizations involved in providing equipment and service relevant to management of urban green spaces to showcase their institutional strengths by way of participating in the CUGS exhibition during the course of the congress.
Call for Papers
We invite anyone interested or working on the issues relating to Commons to participate in the Conference. We encourage scholars and practitioners to submit abstracts for panels, individual papers, poster and videos. The panels, papers, poster and video abstracts should be submitted to the Conference Committee through the online submission process.
Paper Abstracts: Word Limit: 300 words. Identify the Conference Sub-Themes the abstract is relevant to (academic reviewers of your abstract will be assigned based on the sub-theme you indicate); provide a title for the abstract/paper; names and contact information for all contributing authors; 5 keywords (i.e. describing methods, region of study, etc). Note: Final paper should be received no later than January 31, 2012. It should not be more than 7,000 words.
Poster Abstracts: Word Limit: 300 words. Identify the theme or provide a title for your poster; indicate if your poster will present a project, conceptual work, or results from an empirical study, etc. In your abstract, you may include key elements of the script of your poster. Note: All Posters should be exactly 48 InchesX 36 Inches. Orientation can be Landscape or Portrait as per presenters discretion. Final posters should, preferably, be submitted a week before the start of the congress.
For each type of abstract, authors should indicate their Name, Title and Organizational Affiliation for all contributing and presenting authors, as well as the contact details for the corresponding author/presenter.
The Academic Review Committee Members will select papers based on quality and appropriateness to the Conference. Interested participants are encouraged to submit an abstract on their topic of expertise that will be suitable for discussion and debate, even if it does not necessarily fit in the stated sub-themes.
Funding for Participants
We are hopeful that CUGS may be able to partially fund a small number of participants. If you wish to be considered for partial funding, you must indicate this in your abstract during the online submission.
Last date for submission of abstracts with request for travel support : November 15, 2011
Last date for submission of abstracts without request for support : November 30, 2011
Submission of Abstracts: http://www.cugs.in/abstractForm.html
Further Details: http://www.cugs.in/abstracts.html
Monday, September 19, 2011
CfPs: National Seminar on the Status of Agri-Business in India; 18-19 Nov; Presidency University, Kolkata
18-19 November 2011
Organised By Department of Sociology, Presidency University, Kolkata
Call for Papers
Last Date for Submission of Abstract of the paper 31st October, 2011
Abstract may be emailed to drsamitkar@gmail.com or couriered to Dr Samit Kar, Convener, National Seminar, Department of Sociology, Presidency University, Kolkata 700 073.
CfPs: "ICRA Bulletin: Money & Finance"
The ICRA Bulletin: Money & Finance invites original, previously-unpublished research papers on topics related to macroeconomics, money, banking and finance for publishing. The text of the paper should be comprehensible to the non-specialist reader; mathematical and technical details, if any, in support of the analysis and policy conclusions in the text may be placed in an appendix. Authors will receive an honorarium of Rs. 25,000 for every paper that is published in the journal. The word count for a paper, including the abstract, notes and references, should not exceed 11,000. All graphs and charts accompanying a paper should have been prepared in MS Office (Word/Excel).
Please send your paper, along with an author bio, to
Prof. Mihir Rakshit, Editor-in-Chief, at proj_monfin@hotmail.com [preferred],
or
at Director, Monetary Research Project, ICRA Limited, B 245, Lake Gardens, Ground Floor, Kolkata 700045.
The decision of the Editor-in-Chief on whether or not to publish any research paper will be final.
CfPs: ISEE 2012 Ecological Economics and Rio +20:Contributions and Challenges for a Green Economy
12th Biennial Conference of the International Society for Ecological Economics
29 May - 1 June, 2012 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
2012 ISEE Conference Call for Papers
ISEE is a nonprofit, member-governed organization dedicated to advancing understanding of the relationships between the economy, ecology and society, for the mutual well-being of people and nature. ISEE conferences are transdisciplinary and have been held biennially since 1990. ISEE 2012 has been conceived to dovetail with the Rio+20 UNCSD Earth Summit. The Earth Summit has been charged with developing a road map for international cooperation toward a "Green Economy" and for promoting institutions necessary for sustainable development. ISEE 2012 will address UNCSD themes as well as other key debates within ecological economics and environmental policy. It will promote dialogue with the Summit through a final ministerial panel and the participation of policy makers. The challenge for Ecological Economics at this Summit is to contribute to designing innovative alternatives, to address market and institutional failures, as well as to better understand ecological and economic systems.
Conference Themes
- Greening the Economy: Measuring green growth; The energy question; Sustainable consumption; (Un)sustainable cities?
- The Political Economy of Green Development: Food security: who sows? who reaps?; The economics and politics of climate change; Pollution and politics; Challenges of community resource governance.
- Environmental Justice, Ethics and Values: Global agreements: is convergence possible?; Balancing nature: people, biodiversity and resilience; Governing environmental behaviour; Mores and morals: toward an environmental ethic; Political ecology and ecological conflicts.
- Methodological Challenges: Feminist economics and ecological economics: can the twain meet?; Behavioural economics and economic behaviour: beyond homo economicus?; Economics and Ecology: transdisciplinary conversation.
Abstract Submission
There will be three tracks for abstract submissions: Panels (for long presentations), Roundtables (for short interventions) and Posters. Submissions can be in the form of individual abstracts or as full Panels and Roundtables. Full Panels/Roundtables require a cogent theme, a brief introduction giving the rationale, names of session chair(s), and abstracts/papers of all contributors. Alternative innovative formats, including performances, films and installations, would also be welcome for consideration.
Abstracts should be a maximum of 700 words and must be submitted online via the conference website: www.isee2012.org. All abstracts for Panels and Roundtables will be reviewed by an international review panel (see schedule below). Abstracts for poster presentations will be evaluated by the ISEE Local Organizing Committee.Acceptance of all abstracts will be based on relevance for ecological economics and the conference theme, originality, and overall quality. Official notification of abstract acceptance or rejection, or optional poster presentation will be emailed to the corresponding author on 15 December 2011.
Conference organisers will make every effort to seek funding to reimburse travel costs and participation fees of those from non-OECD countries and for student researchers (with proof of university attendance). Those needing funding must submit a full paper in advance.
Conference Deadlines
15 November 2011 – Session, paper, poster abstract submissions
15 December 2011 – Author notification
2 March 2012 – Pay registration fee online to ensure inclusion of abstract in conference brochure
29 May 2012 – Conference begins
CfPs: National Research Conference on Climate Change; at IITD; Nov 5-6, 2011
November 5-6, 2011
Venue: Indian Institute of Technology Delhi
Call for Papers
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IITD), Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM), and the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) are jointly organizing a National Research Conference on Climate Change to be held at IITD on November 5-6, 2011 which is supported by the Shakti Sustainable Energy Foundation.
We invite abstracts from faculty and other researchers, students, and practitioners in the areas relevant to climate change. Selected abstracts will receive a slot for presentation or for the poster session. There will also be panel discussions involving invited speakers from a range of backgrounds.
Submissions should include title, author affiliation(s), contact details, and an abstract of less than 250 words. Submissions should be sent to nccconf@gmail.com by September 30, 2011.
Limited funding is available for travel and local expenses for suitable candidates (including junior scholars).
- Abstract submission deadline: September 30, 2011
- Acceptance notification: October 15, 2011
Monday, September 12, 2011
"AANCHAAR: An Innovation!" by S. Fayaz Ahmad
Theoretically any new product which finds a place in the market becomes innovation.
by S. Fayaz Ahmad
Greater Kashmir, 24 August 2011
To many, Kashmir is not an innovative state; rightly so. If we take some parameters to gauge the innovative performance of the valley; consider R&D spending, patent data and product output, then the results are very depressing. But at the same time if we try to study and explore the informal sector in Kashmir then the story is not that bleak. It is rather very different.
There are many good innovations in Kashmir which go unnoticed, thus remain unprotected under the current Intellectual Property Regime. One such example is our Anchaar or Achaar (Pickle). Anchaar - a traditional Kashmiri pickle is not something which is only traditional but it has a great significance as a good innovation. Now the question is how this is an innovation and how it contributes to the economic growth of the valley?
Joseph Schumpeter known as the father of innovations and one of the most original social scientists of the 20th century defines innovation as the introduction of new products, new methods of production, new sources of supply, new ways of doing business and new methods to exploit the market. Similarly Kanter (1983) defines innovation as the generation, acceptance and implementation of new ideas, process, products or services. Innovations can be of many types, it can be incremental or what we call marginal innovations which basically are continuous improvements or radical innovations. Schumpeter further argues that innovation is the outcome of continuous struggle in historical time between individual entrepreneurs who are advocating novel solutions to particular problems and social inertia. He also added an important modification to the definition of innovation by calling 'imitators' as also innovators.
Contextualizing the Schumpeterian definition on Anchaar, one thing becomes clear that this is an innovation. People involved in this trade not only exploit the market but are also exploring new business methods. Anchaar is not a new product. But the way it is being exploited in the market makes it new for the consumers who willingly pay for it. Theoretically any new product which finds a place in the market becomes innovation.
The second part which deserves attention is that this traditional innovation - or call it traditional knowledge - like any other innovation needs to be protected under the modern IPR regime else China or some other country will start selling on our behalf. Pashmina is a good example, people sitting in Amritsar, Nepal and Beijing are violating the trade mark of "Kashmiri Pashmina" and we are happily purchasing them at Srinagar.
To recognize and respect our rich cultural heritage is inevitable. We can't dream of a developed state or a live nation by escaping it. Cultural heritage plays a decisive role in the rise and fall of nations. Even David Laudes, Harvard historian, who has spent much time of his academic life studying wealth and poverty in the world concludes by arguing that the rise and fall of nations is not determined by climate and natural resources, military might, financial muscle, technical expertise or even inherent biological traits but culture is the decisive factor, he says.
(S. Fayaz Ahmad is a Research Scholar at the Center for Studies in Science Policy, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi and author of forthcoming book "Unsung Innovators of Kashmir". He can be reached at fayazjustinternational@gmail.com)
Source: http://greaterkashmir.com/news/2011/Aug/24/aanchaar-an-innovation--15.asp
Sunday, September 11, 2011
CfPs: International Conference on Climate Change, Sustainable Agriculture and Public Leadership; 7-9 Feb 2012; New Delhi
7-9 February 2012
Venue: NASC-ICAR, Pusa Road, New Delhi, India
Organized by: Indian Council of Agriculture Research (ICAR) and National Council for Climate Change Sustainable Development (NCCSD)
Concept Note
India is identified as one of the countries that will have greater challenges from global warming (IPCC 4th Assessment report). Developing the countries are vulnerable to changes in climate change which will have a greater impact on food security not only to India, but also globally affecting poor and vulnerable people. The impact is already being felt increasingly on agricultural crops, on milk yields and on fisheries due to uncertain or delayed rainfall, floods, and increase in temperature. There is a need to start not only planning but also implementation on mitigation and adaptation measures to meet the challenges providing assured yields from agriculture, animal husbandry and fisheries to farmers, animal holders and fishermen and ensure that they are not thrown behind poverty line in the entire developing world.
The Government of India has initiated series of efforts in this regard. The overall goal of these efforts is : to have real impact in supporting low carbon solutions for economic development in India/assist India in meeting the challenge of climate change, and at the same time to contribute to reaching food security targets and to provide sustainable livelihood.
The implementation of National Mission on Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA) and ICAR's National Initiative on Climate Resilient Agriculture (NICRA) form part of this strategy. It is now further needed to evaluate :
- Adequacy of scientific information regarding the cause and effect relationships pertaining to global warming and climate change,
- Preparedness of scientific Institutions and communities to comprehend & develop locally relevant mitigation and adaptation measure.
- Institutional mechanism including capacity building to improve preparedness of stake holders to work in a concerted manner.
- Fiscal and non fiscal measures to support transitions to a resilient regime of production and consumption
- Identification and fostering of local institutions/community expertise to complement bottom-up and top-down initiatives by the Government at all levels, and
- Use of knowledge economy and successful experiences which already exist.
Conference Themes
- Sustainable Agriculture
- Eco agriculture
- Need for mainstreaming agriculture
- Climate Change & Agriculture: Impacts, Solutions & adaptations
- Knowledge economy
- Climate correlates & Carbon Credits
- Emerging trends of mitigation and adaptation
- Public Leadership
- Role of Agriculture and Sustainable Development in mitigating Global Warming Applications of Knowledge and Community Education
- Challenges ahead : Role of Entrepreneurial and Educational Leadership and Public Policy
- The deliberations would include presentation of research, experiments, experiences, policy analysis and new project ideas.
- Abstract of the Papers (400 Words Maximum) on the selected subject to be submitted before: 15 October 2011
- Abstract and Full paper to be submitted through email to info@climateagri.org
- Acceptance of the paper will be intimated by 1 November 2011
- Submission of the full paper has to be made before 15 December 2011
- Last date of registration along with the registration fee: 15 January 2012
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
FYI: MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers (7th edition)
by Modern Language Association (MLA), USA
Published: 2008
Reprint Publisher: Affiliated East-West Press Pvt Ltd., India
Price: Rs. 160
"The style bible for most college students."
—Newsweek
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The seventh edition is a comprehensive, up-to-date guide to research and writing in the online environment. It provides an authoritative update of MLA documentation style for use in student writing, including simplified guidelines for citing works published on the Web and new recommendations for citing several kinds of works, such as digital files and graphic narratives.
Can also buy online from Flipkart.
CfAs:: JENESYS East Asia Future Leaders Programme 2011 "Energy Security - Working Toward the Development of Sustainable Energy Management System"
"Energy Security - Working Toward the Development of Sustainable Energy Management System"
The Japan Foundation will organize an East Asia Future Leaders Programme to Japan in March 2012 under the Japan-East Asia Network of Exchange for Students and Youths (JENESYS) Programme. It is funded by the Japan-ASEAN Integration fund, and aims to deepen understanding of the different facets of the Japanese society including politics, diplomacy, economics and culture and to form the basis of future vision and construct firm solidarity among Asian countries which will promote mutual understanding of the future generation of the East Asia Community.
Implementation of this Programme will be officially approved by an outsourcing agreement with the ASEAN Secretariat expected in August 2011.
Duration: March 5-16, 2012 (12 days)
Place: Tokyo, Oita Prefecture, Okayama Prefecture, and Osaka
Participants: A total of about 27 people with one or two individuals each from the 10 ASEAN countries, South Korea, China, India, Australia, New Zealand, and Japan.
Targeted Candidates:
Young leaders who are taking active roles in "Energy Security" and "Sustainable Energy Management" in the Asia and Oceania region.
Public Administration: Central or local government policy makers or officials, international organization officials, politicians, etc.
Academia and Education: Educators working in schools, universities, and other educational organizations within communities, as well as researchers.
NGO/NPO and Community: Those promoting 'Disaster Prevention' through CSR, etc
Media: Journalists promoting energy security and sustainable energy management.
Application Deadline: before/on Friday, 28th October, 2011
CfPs:: Seminar on Building Competitiveness in a Globalised World: Lessons from India's Plantation Sector; 23-24 Jan 2012
23 - 24 January 2012
Organized by: Centre for Development Studies, Thiruvananthapuram, India
Call for Papers
Plantation sector is no more a mere foreign exchange earner but a key sector in India's inclusive development strategy. This is on account of its critical role in employment generation, (especially women labour) livelihood of small and marginal growers and backward communities, balanced regional development and in fostering environmental sustainability. This is, perhaps, the only sector where competitiveness determines decisively the ability to foster inclusive development on account of intense competition from desperate exporters with hardly any domestic market. However, our understanding on the varied constraints in the sphere of production, processing, marketing, trade, employment and innovation confronted by the sector is at best rudimentary which in turn undermines our ability to undertake informed policy making. The proposed seminar intends to take stock of these issues with special focus on plantation crops (preferably tea, coffee, spices and natural rubber). Comparative studies are especially welcome.
The seminar is being organized by the National Research Programme on Plantation Development (NRPPD) instituted by the Ministry of Commerce, Government of India.
The broad themes include, but not limited to;
- Production conditions (focus on small holders)
- Marketing, price formation and price trends
- Market integration and trade performance
- Labour related issues
- Innovations in plantation: organizational, institutional and technological
Important dates:
- Submission of detailed abstracts : 30th September 2011
- Intimation after peer review : 7th October 2011
- Submission of full papers : 10th January 2012
Saturday, September 3, 2011
2011 Emerald/IAM Indian Management Research Fund Award:: Call for Indian management research proposals
2011 Emerald/IAM Indian Management Research Fund Award: Supporting knowledge creation and dissemination for the social good in India
Call for Indian management research proposals
This year, Emerald and the IAM – Indian Academy of Management – are delighted to offer a research grant for an Indian project in the field of management research. There will be one award of £2,000 (approximately US$3,000 equivalent) for the winning research project, and two awards of £500 each for highly-commended runners up, to fund or part-fund these projects.
Applications should address the creation and dissemination of knowledge for the social good with a specific orientation toward benefit for India.
Eligibility
The main member of the research team must be based in India.
Judging criteria
Each application will be judged, by a panel of experts, on the criteria below. The research must:
- Be of significance, and in particular, illustrate how it will benefit the social good.
- Demonstrate originality and innovation.
- Make an outstanding contribution to theory and its application.
- Illustrate the appropriateness and application of the methodology.
- Demonstrate sound implications for theory and practice.
Application requirements
Each proposal must be submitted using the online application form at:
http://ww2.emeraldinsight.com/awards/indianmgmt.htm
The following documents will be required electronically:
- A summary stating specific goals, outcomes and benefits of the research. This should not exceed 2,000 words (note that tables, figures, appendices and reference lists, if provided do NOT count to the 2,000 word total).
- A covering letter containing full contact details (affiliation, full address, telephone number/s and e-mail address) for all researchers involved in the project. Please state clearly which researcher will be the main point of contact.
The 2,000-word summary must:
- Display clearly a statement of purpose and intent.
- State clearly the methodology(ies) applied and explicitly describe the research process.
- State expected research outcomes and expected impact and possible application.
- Specify the expected timescales of the research process.
- Outline projected costs and total research grant required.
Key dates
The closing date for applications is 1 February 2012.
Winners will be announced in April 2012.
Last year's winner
Last year Emerald was delighted to receive almost 60 research proposals of outstanding quality. The winning research proposal was "Development Of Rural Healthcare Provisions In India: From The Perspective Of Effectuation" by Niharika Garud, Indian Institute Of Management Bangalore, India
Nepal Conference on improving research infrastructures with social media; 31 October to 3 November 2011
Nepal Conference on improving research infrastructures with social media
31 October to 3 November 2011
From 31 October to 3 November 2011 the Focuss.Info Initiative, Integrated Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD), International Institute of Social Studies (ISS) and Nordic Institute of Asian Studies (NIAS) organise a conference in Nepal.
The overall objective of the Nepal Conference is to help institutes in Nepal, Bhutan and Northern India to develop effective 'infostructures' by promoting and inducing students, researchers and practitioners in the field of global development studies, knowledge intermediary and research how they can use the latest information sharing and collaboration tools. By giving the participants the skills and abilities to use these tools, the participants of the Nepal Conference can create cross-disciplinary, cross-cultural and cross-border networks in which the exchange of information and knowledge improves and the access - a fundamental human right that strengthens democracy - enhances.
The Nepal Conference will be set up as a back-to-back conference:
* 2-day conference for media, communication, information and knowledge professionals from Nepal, Bhutan and Northern India on 31 October-1 November 2011
* 2-day conference for academic and scientific professionals in global development aid from Nepal, Bhutan and Northern India on 2-3 November 2011.
On Tuesday 1 November the participants of both conferences will all meet during a social event in the evening.
If you want to become a participant during one of the two conferences, please apply for a ticket via our application form on http://www.focuss.info/nepal/
The deadline to apply for the Nepal Conference is on Monday 12 September 2011 at 12h00 (GMT +5:45)