[apeid.higher_education.bgk] Last call: Request for Use Cases of Micro-credentials in Asia-Pacific (15 July 2022)

Dear Colleagues,

 

Warm greetings from UNESCO Bangkok!

 

We are approaching a deadline to help UNESCO prepare a policy brief on micro-credentials in Asia and the Pacific. This effort builds on the Tokyo Convention Committee and global work published recently: Towards a common definition of micro-credentials. With support from the Japanese Funds-In-Trust (JFIT), we anticipate 8 individuals or small country teams from throughout the Asia-Pacific region will be selected and provided a modest contract (estimated 12-15 days of work each).

 

Could you please help us engage diverse experts and countries throughout Asia and the Pacific?

 

By 15 July, we hope to receive a brief proposal:

• An up-to-date CV (e.g. for 1 or more individuals involved);
• A brief technical proposal of 1-2 pages discussing the country selected in Asia-Pacific and approach/methodology to undertake the assignment (see the link below);
• A financial proposal (e.g. estimated 12-15 days of work). No-cost proposals are also welcome if funds are not needed.

 

Submit via this link: https://careers.unesco.org/job/Bangkok-Consultancy-for-Use-Cases-of-Micro-credentials/749461902/

 

UNESCO is committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities, as well as nationals from non-and under-represented Member States are equally encouraged to apply.

 

Warm regards,

 

Wes Teter

 

Section for Educational Innovation and Skills Development

UNESCO Asia and Pacific Regional Bureau for Education

920 Sukhumvit Rd., Bangkok 10110, Thailand

+ 66 (0)2 391 0577 ext. 371

unesco.org/bangkok

 

CfPs: Conference on Reproducibility, Replicability and Trust in Science: Improving the robustness of scientific research

Conference on Reproducibility, Replicability and Trust in Science: Improving the robustness of scientific research

7–9 September 2022

Wellcome Genome Campus, UK and Virtual

Summary
This meeting will bring together an international audience of researchers motivated to improve the robustness of scientific research. It will also include important stakeholder groups such as data and services providers, tool developers, publishers, institutions and funders that are developing policies relating to research reproducibility. The overarching theme of the 2022 conference is to position the challenge of reproducibility and replicability as a behaviour-change problem that, when addressed, can lead to culture change within research. The various approaches to effecting and supporting this culture change will be explored in this year's programme. Discussions will include topics such as the challenges of ensuring reproducibility and replicability in large, multicentre research collaborations, training researchers in reproducibility, the role of policy development, tools that support reproducibility and replicability, social and behavioural aspects of culture change, local challenges to reproducibility on a global scale, and improving reproducibility and replicability leads to better-quality, transparent and more equitable research outputs, building. The format will include presentations from international leaders with ample time for discussion and debate. Abstracts on all areas of the conference are welcome for a poster or oral presentation. The participation of early career researchers will be a strong and prominent thread throughout the conference. In addition to the plenary presentations and discussion, the conference will include a panel discussion on how we could better demonstrate and measure progress in delivering more reproducible and replicable research, giving all delegates an opportunity to contribute. This conference will be a hybrid meeting – with onsite or virtual attendance. Discussions will include multicentre research collaborations, training researchers in reproducibility, tools for supporting reproducibility, social and behavioral aspects of culture change and challenges in organizing reproducibility networks at national and global scales (which might be of particular interest for this list's audience). If you would like to be part of these discussions – either in person or virtually, consider submitting an abstract by July 12 and register by August 9 (in-person) or August 31 (virtual). Registration is free for delegates based in Lower and Middle-Income Countries in order to promote more inclusive scientific discussions.

Call for Abstracts
Abstract deadline: 12 July 2022
We welcome abstracts from all areas relevant to the main themes of the meeting, for both oral and poster presentations. Several oral presentations will be chosen from the abstracts submitted. Abstracts will only be considered from registered delegates. Please use our online abstract submission system and follow the instructions given to ensure your abstract is submitted correctly. All abstracts must be submitted by the deadline. You are welcome to submit a second abstract, please follow the instructions below. The scientific programme committee will assess your abstract after the deadline has passed and you will be notified whether you have been selected to present an oral or poster presentation. Poster boards onsite will accommodate 118 cm high by 84 cm wide (A0- portrait) of printed material. Accepted abstracts will appear in the conference programme book; poster board numbers will be allocated at the conference. If you have already completed your registration and subsequently wish to submit an abstract, please follow these instructions.

Abstract Guidelines | Further Details

CfPs: 16th International Conference on Webometrics, Informetrics, and Scientometrics (WIS) | 10-12 November, Bangkok

16th International Conference on Webometrics, Informetrics, and Scientometrics (WIS) 

and the 21st COLLNET Meeting 2022

10-12th November 2022, Bangkok, Thailand

Scope: The broad focus of the conference is on collaboration and communication in science and technology; science policy; quantitative aspects of science of science; and combination and integration of qualitative and quantitative approaches in study of scientific practices. The conference thus aims to contribute to evidence-based and informed knowledge about scientific research and practices which in turn may further provide input to institutional, regional, national and international research and innovation policy making.

Call for Papers
Papers are invited for COLLNET 2022. Please submit a Full Paper to collnet2022@gmail.com with a copy to slp@gmail.com. The conference will consider, but not be limited to, the following indicative Themes:

• Emerging issues in Scientometrics / Informetrics /Webometrics
• Scientometric Research on Covid19
• Science Policy and Collaboration
• Techniques for Collaboration Studies
• Informatics law and distributions
• Mathematical Models of Communication and Collaboration
• Quantitative Analysis of S&T Innovations
• Evaluation Indicators
• Collaboration in Science and Technology from both Quantitative and Qualitative Points of View
• Bibliographic Control
• Bibliometric Research
• Data Analysis and Data Mining
• Development and Assessment of Digital Repositories
• Development of Information and Knowledge Services
• Information and Knowledge Services
• Quality evaluation and metrics
• Technology & Innovations in Libraries and their Impact on Measurement on Learning, Research and Users

Important Dates

• August 1, 2022, Submission of final and full version of the paper
• November 1, 2022, Registration Deadline
• November 10-12, 2022, Conference

Full Paper Submission: The date for submission of full paper is 1st August 2022. Submit Full Paper to collnet2022@gmail.com or slp@gmail.com (not exceeding 4000 words)

Further Details

CfPs: SIS Annual Convention 2022 and Seminar on Information Science and Communication: Opportunities, Expectations and Strategies

SIS Annual Convention 2022 and Seminar on Information Science and Communication: Opportunities, Expectations and Strategies

14-15 October 2022, New Delhi

About the Seminar
The Society for Information Science (SIS) was formed during 1975 to promote interchange of information in the discipline of information science and its subdivision amongst the specialists and between specialists and the public. The Society aims to foster a sense of partnership amongst the professionals engaged in these fields. The Society is firmly committed to provide a congenial environment for interaction among information innovation, industry, technology management and services which are socially relevant in the interest of the Nation. The SIS functions through an Executive Committee consisting of experts from different institutions and assisted by various sub-committees for carrying out its programmes.
The SIS Annual Convention is a hallmark event of the Society. The Society is organizing this year's Annual Convention as the Seminar on 'Information Science and Communication: Opportunities, Expectations and Strategies'.
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought to the forefront the importance of information science and science communication. The Seminar will focus on the new opportunities, expectations, and challenges in the field of information science and communication.
We invite original contributions under the main theme and the following Sub-Themes of the Seminar:

• Emerging global and Indian landscapes of information science
• Software and databases in knowledge creation and management
• Communication, collaboration, and computation during COVID-19
• Open Science, Open Data, and Open Information Resources
• Multidisciplinary interrelations and information society

Papers of up to 3,000 words should be submitted as per schedule given below:

• Abstract (up to 300 words) submission: 31 July 2022
• Notification of acceptance: 15 August 2022
• Full paper submission: 30 September 2022
• PPT (Powerpoint) submission: 10 October 2022

Further Details

Vol. 2, No. 6: Get ready for #WLIC2022 ☘️

This month we share a range of insights to help you make the most of #WLIC2022 in Dublin and online!

June 2022 — Vol. 2, No. 6 View in your browser → The Irish National Committee is delighted to invite you all to the 87th IFLA World Library and Information Congress (WLIC) taking place from 26 to 29 July 2022 in Dublin, Ireland. The WLIC in Dublin enjoys local and national Government support, engagement from librarians across all sectors, plus great commitment and enthusiasm throughout the country. The event will facilitate the exchange of experience and best practice between local, regional and international members of the profession, thereby providing useful insights and global comparisons to advance library innovation at home. Furthermore, contacts made at WLIC will last a lifetime and greatly enhance personal professional development. Ireland has a large number and wide variety of libraries to visit and, being a relatively small island, libraries outside Dublin are easily accessible as well. We will be organising a range of guided tours – covering public, academic and special libraries, large and small, new and old. In addition, Ireland is an attractive destination for cultural tours and leisure activities more generally, for accompanying persons and for delegates wishing to extend their stay, either before or after the conference. This is the first time the WLIC has been held in Ireland. There is huge excitement locally and it promises to be a week-long celebration of libraries and librarians. Most importantly, all delegates are assured of our warm Irish hospitality, Céad Míle Fáilte – a Hundred Thousand Welcomes! ☘️ Philip Cohen Chair of the Irish National Committee and Past President of the Library Association of Ireland Marian Higgins Co-Chair of the Irish National Committee and Immediate Past President of the Library Association of Ireland Cathal McCauley Co-Chair of the Irish National Committee and President of the Library Association of Ireland IFLA is delighted to announce that former President of Ireland, Mary Robinson, will present the keynote address reflecting at the WLIC 2022 Opening Ceremony. A campaigner for social change and a passionate advocate for human rights, Mary Robinson is Adjunct Professor for Climate Justice in Trinity College Dublin and Chair of The Elders. She served as President of Ireland from 1990-1997 and UN High Commissioner for Human Rights from 1997-2002. A lawyer, politician and diplomat, she has been strongly committed to improving human rights in locations around the world and in areas of healthcare, migration, women's leadership, and corporate responsibility. Her work over the years has changed lives and societies, and it is an honour to welcome her to give the keynote address. 🗓️ Tuesday, 26 July, 09:00 - 10:30 IST After working at Harvard University Library as Executive Director, Helen Shenton, joined Trinity College as the first-ever female Librarian and College Archivist. Prior to this, she held leadership roles in the Conservation Department of the Victoria and Albert Museum, and worked as Head of Collection Care for the British Library. Her presentation is entitled "The intertwined digital and cultural heritage; a view from the Library of Trinity College Dublin" and will cover one of the most significant heritage projects currently underway in Ireland, the conservation and reimagination of the iconic Library of Trinity College Dublin and Book of Kells exhibition. Helen will also speak about the very ambitious Virtual Trinity Library, which will enable global access to some of the world's most valued, vulnerable and distinctly unique library collections. These two major and deeply intertwined programmes will be presented through the lens of early 'lessons learnt' and in the context of some of the societal challenges for libraries, including engaging communities, capitalising on post-pandemic opportunities, sustainability, and re-evaluation of national cultural and digital heritage. 🗓️ Wednesday, 27 July, 10:00 - 11:00 IST YOUR WLIC 2022 SCHEDULE ☘️ Can't wait to get started with planning? Registered delegates can already log into the iPlanner to start saving their preferred sessions and building their own schedule. In addition to traditional sessions and meetings, there will also be informal thematic conversations ('talking stick' sessions), early morning 'reading for wellness' slots, opportunities to gather with others for a walk along the Liffy and across its many historical bridges, and many more opportunities to network and connect with new people. We'll be ready for a chat and can't wait to see you there! Check the programme → THE FUN OF THE FAIR ☘️ After three years of virtual life, it's time to get up close and personal with new developments in the library and information field. Whether it is improvements to document scanners, enhancements to databases or enabling better services to library clients, the exhibitors at WLIC have many areas of innovation for you to discover! The exhibition opening takes place Tuesday, 26 July, 10:30 - 11:00 IST and the exhibition space stays open until Thursday afternoon — allowing plenty of time to wander, learn, experiment, and discuss. Our exhibitors are enthusiastic to hear about your own workplace needs and experiences, providing a great opportunity to exchange ideas and gain new inspiration and knowledge to take home with you. The exhibition space will also feature refreshments, including coffee, and exhibits which give delegates the chance to immerse themselves in Irish culture. See the exhibitors → PUBLIC LIBRARY OF THE YEAR AWARD ☘️ Systematic and IFLA are proud to present the Public Library of the Year (PLOTY) award once again in 2022. Please join us in congratulating this year's finalists! The four nominated libraries stand out, among other things, for the way in which they draw on the surrounding environment for their inspiration, and also for their use of modern and sustainable solutions in the design and daily running of the building. The winner will be announced on Tuesday 26 July, 10:45 - 12:15 IST, in the Dublin Convention Centre Auditorium and via livestream on IFLA's youtube channel. Read more → CULTURAL EVENING ☘️ Get ready for an unforgettable cultural evening at in Dún Laoghaire on Wednesday, 27 July at 19:00 IST. Our host will be Dlr Lexicon, one of Ireland's newest public libraries, set on the shores of the UNESCO protected biosphere of Dublin Bay (Cuan Bhaile Átha Cliath) with magnificent views out over the Irish Sea. Alongside fellow delegates from around the world, you will have the opportunity to learn about Irish history through literature, myths, legends, and spoken word performances. On the large outdoor area, you will be taken on a magical journey through the history of Irish music and dance. Read more → The Library Association of Ireland and Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council are proud sponsors of the WLIC 2022 Cultural Evening. If you haven't registered yet, there is still time – tickets are available at our Standard rate until 22 July. After that, registration is possible at the venue until 25 July. As an IFLA Member, you are eligible for a 25% discount. Read more → If you missed this unique session at Ballyfermot Public Library with hosts Stuart Hamilton and Erik Boekesteijn, you can now view it on IFLA's YouTube channel. Learn about projects and best practices from Irish libraries, as well as key information about the upcoming IFLA congresses in Dublin in 2022 and Rotterdam in 2023. Watch now → Thanks to OCLC, the Library Association of Ireland, the Local Government Management Agency and Dublin City Libraries for making this possible. POSTER SESSIONS ☘️ During the conference, don't forget to take a break from sessions to view the posters on display in the exhibition area. The posters form an incredible repository of shareable ideas that can be accessed throughout the day. Presenters will be present and ready to chat about their activities between 12:00 and 14:00 IST on Wednesday 27 and Thursday, 28 July. Come by and say hello! Read more → MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNTS ☘️ The World Library and Information Congress is a great networking opportunity, where delegates can share and learn alongside librarians from around the world. All IFLA members receive a 25% discount on registration fees. Become a Member → SIMULTANEOUS INTERPRETATION ☘️ Simultaneous interpretation will be available in English, Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Russian and Spanish for a selected programme via our dedicated virtual platform. Sessions are marked in the programme with "SI". You will need your own earphones and mobile device to access the service. There will be a limited amount of earphones for sale at the convention centre but, we ask that you bring yours along wherever possible. SOCIAL SPOTLIGHT ☘️ Keep up with and chime into realtime discussions about the Congress using the official #WLIC2022 hashtag, and let your peers know that you are attending via the event page! The IFLA World Library and Information Congress 2022 would not be possible without key sponsors who we recognise and gratefully acknowledge here: Platinum Sponsor – OCLC Silver Sponsor – CONUL – Consortium of National and University Libraries Bronze Sponsors – Baker & Taylor, Library Association of Ireland, Dublin City Council, ProQuest Associate Sponsors – Kildare Library Service, AXIELL, EBSCO, ISSN, Digital Science, IREL, Maynooth University, San José State University Our mailing address is: International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions Prins Willem-Alexanderhof 5 Den Haag, Zuid-Holland 2595 BE Netherlands Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe

Ocean protection: "We have less than 10 years to reverse the trend", warns Audrey Azoulay

UNESCO Press release

 

Ocean protection: "We have less than 10 years to reverse the trend", warns Audrey Azoulay

 

Lisbon, 28 June 2022 - At the United Nations Ocean Conference, the Director-General of UNESCO called on the international community to redouble its efforts "to better understand and protect the oceans".

 

In Lisbon, Audrey Azoulay, Director-General of UNESCO, Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, the President of Portugal, and Uhuru Kenyatta, the President of Kenya, convened the Ocean Decade Alliance. Established within the framework of the UNESCO-led Decade of Ocean Sciences for Sustainable Development (2021-2030), this forum enables increased international cooperation in ocean research, education and protection.

 

"Thanks to this Alliance, we have already raised 920 million dollars, which is financing around a hundred initiatives," Audrey Azoulay announced at the opening of the meeting. "But most of the work remains to be done. The ocean is still too often in the blind spot of public awareness and public policies. We do not understand it and we do not protect it sufficiently. It is urgent that we reverse this trend," she said, addressing public leaders and private sector partners.

 

Better understanding will lead to better protection

 

UNESCO's Director-General said the first priority was to "advance our state of knowledge". Oceanographic research accounts for an average of only 2% of national research budgets, while only 21% of the seabed is mapped. Yet this data is essential for understanding currents, and identifying fishery resources and geological hazards. UNESCO is committed to international efforts in this field. It aims to map at least 80% of the seabed by 2030.

 

The second priority is to better protect the ocean. "This means rapidly increasing the surface area of marine environments benefiting from safeguarding measures," advocated Audrey Azoulay. Thanks to UNESCO's world heritage sites, 20% of the world's blue carbon reserves are already protected: coral reefs, mangroves and seagrass beds that help limit climate change by storing massive amounts of CO2.

 

UNESCO also has more than 210,000 km² of biosphere zones: a programme devised in the 1970s, which, at the time, was a pioneering step towards sustainable development, and aims to achieve equilibrium between man and his environment. In the same spirit, the Organization safeguards indigenous traditions and know-how that must be passed on to the younger generations, particularly in the area of sustainable fishing.

 

Education as the keystone

 

"But for these efforts to succeed and for us to achieve tangible results, we also need to bring the whole of society on board. This is the major role of education, the foundation of UNESCO's mandate," recalled Audrey Azoulay.

 

The Organization has set a target for its 193 Member States: that they should all include environmental education in school curricula by 2030. It is also developing global awareness campaigns, such as "Generation Ocean", for which the Brazilian surfer Maya Gabeira became the spokesperson on Monday when she was designated UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador.

 

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Applications are invited for Personnel in NHRC-funded Research Project

Centre for Studies in Science Policy
Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi-110067

Applications are invited from candidates for the following assignment in a purely time bound research project undertaken in the Center for Studies in Science Policy, School of Social Sciences, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi.

Name of the position	Research Assistant Field Investigator
No. of vacancies	Research Assistant - 2 Field Investigator - 1
Title of the research project	Optimal design of questionnaire survey on awareness of clinical trials among different stakeholders
Sponsoring Agency	National Human Rights Commission
Appointment period	Research Assistant - 12 months/till project last Initial appointment will be done for six months, which is subject to extension up to 1 year based on the candidate performance review and position availability. Field Investigator - 6 months
Consolidated Salary	Research Assistant - 16000/- per month Field Investigator - 15000/- per month
Essential qualifications	Research Assistant  M.Sc. Life Sciences/Biotechnology/or any biological sciences or B Pharmacy or MTech (Minimum average marks of 55% in B.Sc./B Pharmacy and M.Sc., MTech degree) Field Investigator MA, MPhil, MTech, M.Sc. or B Pharmacy (Minimum average marks of 55% in BA, B.Sc./B Pharmacy and MA, MPhil, MTech M.Sc. degree)
Desirable qualifications	Research Assistant  Hands on experience of survey questionnaire development, data analysis and data analysis software. Knowledge of clinical trials, drug development, data interpretation Field Investigator Hands on experience of survey questionnaire administration, data collection. Willing to travel within the country
Age limit	32 years (can be relaxed as per GOI norms)

• Eligible candidates can send their latest CV and scanned copies of degree certificates, grade sheets/mark lists to anamikagulati[@]mail.jnu.ac.in latest by June 30, 2022.
• Candidates will be shortlisted for interview based on merit and need of the project, and will be informed through email.
• An online interview will be conducted for the short-listed candidates.
• The post is purely temporary and it would therefore, not confer any right/claim implicit or explicit for any attending the interview.
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview (which will most likely be online).
• Incomplete applications will be rejected.

Dr Anamika
Principal Investigator
Centre for Studies in Science Policy
Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi-110067

https://jnu.ac.in/career