scholarly journals A University-Government Partnership for Oceanographic Research

Eos ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 96 ◽  
Author(s):  
Deborah Smith ◽  
Jon Alberts ◽  
Annette DeSilva ◽  
Christopher Measures
Keyword(s):  
Academic Research ◽  
Laboratory System ◽  
Oceanographic Research ◽  
The Future ◽  
The University ◽  
The U.S

After 44 years of coordinating the U.S. academic research fleet and facilities, the University-National Oceanographic Laboratory System (UNOLS) gears for the future.

scholarly journals Knowledge Re-production and Transfer: Translating Practice into Theory

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ahmed Alaoui
Keyword(s):  
Professional Practice ◽  
Academic Research ◽  
Research Model ◽  
Leading Role ◽  
Academic Researchers ◽  
The Future ◽  
Practice Based Research ◽  
The University ◽  
Cross Fertilization ◽  
Positive Impacts

This paper argues that cross-fertilization among translation academic researchers, practitioners and trainers is needed for all the actors involved in the translation enterprise. It calls for a practice-based research model to materialize the mechanisms needed for the interaction and collaboration of the three stakeholders, which would have positive impacts on the translation landscape. Given that this cross-fertilization can only be beneficial if it is structured and sustained, then it has to be formalized and institutionalized. A plan will be proposed as to how this can be materialized. It is a thesis of this paper that professional practice needs academic research (theories) to shape it, and theory can only have functional dimensions through professional practice; therefore, there is a pressing need to bridge the gap between “knowing” and “doing” in translation. To the extent that this position is valid the university is invited to play a leading role in materializing this objective, with a view to shaping the future of the translation profession and preserving translation education in Arab universities.

Design Considerations for Oceanographic Research Vessels

2001 ◽  
Vol 35 (3) ◽  
pp. 8-13
Author(s):  
Sujata S. Millick
Keyword(s):  
Power Systems ◽  
Autonomous Vehicles ◽  
Information Technologies ◽  
Life Cycle Management ◽  
Research Vessel ◽  
Laboratory System ◽  
Oceanographic Research ◽  
The University ◽  
Efficient Power

As the oceanographic research vessel community prepares for updating its fleet of research vessels, they must consider vessel designs that improve the capability of the fleet to support science in the near and long-term. Advances in informational technologies have changed the "instruments" of science and resulted in the ability to study ocean processes in smaller time and space scales than before. While, networked structures on the ocean floor, remote sensing, and autonomous vehicles will allow oceanographers to synoptically measure the environment, ships will remain the "host-platforms" for such research. However, deployment and recovery of such systems, requires that future designs incorporate capabilities for increased speed, seakeeping, acoustic quietness, efficient power management systems, and lifecycle considerations. Consideration of such issues in the design phases will allow for the development of a technologically advanced ship that can serve the research community in the near and long-term.A major aspect of oceanography through the decades has been the availability of research vessels for science. However, the access to and the capability of such vessels under the University-National Oceanographic Laboratory System (UNOLS) must not be taken for granted. Changes in the oceanographer's ability to make measurements at smaller and smaller sampling scales are brought on by advents in computational and information technologies. These changes necessitate that the researcher's "host-platform" evolves to handle these new observing systems. This evolution can include, but is not limited to speed, seakeeping, efficient ship power arrangements, and acoustic quietness. While each subject can be the focus of detailed individual papers, this article presents a general discussion on four elements of oceanographic research vessel design—hull concepts, power systems, acoustics, and life cycle management.

scholarly journals A Bridge too Far or a Bridge to the Future? A case study in online assessment at Charles Sturt University

2007 ◽  
Vol 23 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Janet F. Buchan ◽  
Michael Swann
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Assessment Tool ◽  
Academic Research ◽  
Software Tool ◽  
Online Assessment ◽  
The Future ◽  
The University ◽  
Learning From History

<span>The in house development of an online assessment tool, OASIS, has provided a unique opportunity to research the use of online assessment in teaching and learning across the university. The developing relationship between IT staff, educational designers and academics serves as a model for integrated and evolving management systems which demonstrate how academic research is informing improvements in applying educational technology. A framework, the</span><em>Bridge Support Framework for Online Learning,</em><span> is proposed for the support and implementation of online learning systems. A case study in online assessment in a microeconomics subject describes the development of this framework in response to a 'systems' failure when using the online assessment software tool during a major assessment event for a large external student cohort. As the university moves towards an open source learning management system for 2008, the range of online assessment methods will increase. It is here that our case study and the proposed </span><em>Bridge Support Framework</em><span> have potential value in learning from history to improve processes and procedures for the future.</span>

The University-National Oceanographic Laboratory System (UNOLS)—The Academic Research Fleet and Oceanographic Facilities

2001 ◽  
Vol 35 (3) ◽  
pp. 18-22
Author(s):  
Jonathan M. Prince
Keyword(s):  
Academic Research ◽  
Science Research ◽  
Federal Agencies ◽  
Laboratory System ◽  
Ocean Science ◽  
Funding Agencies ◽  
Ship Scheduling ◽  
The Individual ◽  
The University ◽  
Research Facilities

The University-National Oceanographic Laboratory System (UNOLS) was formed by the U.S. academic oceanographic community in cooperation with the Federal funding agencies in 1971 to promote the goals of community-wide equal access to research vessels, cooperative ship scheduling, standardized operations, and uniform funding arrangements. The UNOLS organization has continued to be focused on these goals as well as planning for the renewal and technological upgrading of oceanographic research facilities. Acting together, scientists from all UNOLS institutions and the Federal Agencies that support the science and facilities have fostered a modern research vessel fleet and submergence vehicles that have provided the tools required for cutting edge ocean science research. This coordinated approach, with input from users and funding agencies, maintains the individual facility operations at a widely dispersed group of institutions and has promoted a healthy and innovative approach to providing facilities to all marine scientists. This paper will discuss the make up of the academic research fleet, the UNOLS organization and the challenges for the coming decades.

Case Study: Stability Testing of Oceanographic Research Vessels Reveals Trends in Weight Growth

2008 ◽  
Author(s):  
Matthew S. Miller ◽  
Thomas Althouse ◽  
Dirk H. Kristensen
Keyword(s):  
Service Life ◽  
Weight Management ◽  
Specific Weight ◽  
Laboratory System ◽  
Stability Testing ◽  
Stability Zone ◽  
Weight Growth ◽  
Oceanographic Research ◽  
The University

This paper describes The Glosten Associates' performance of stability evaluations on 16 vessels of the University-National Oceanographic Laboratory System (UNOLS) fleet. These evaluations established a consistent baseline to aid in managing mission specific weight change for each vessel to ensure the satisfaction of stability requirements. This dedicated and diligent weight management is essential for ensuring that vessels remain within a safe stability zone while not exceeding reasonable service life allowances.

ARLG in Brighton, UK 2014. Academic libraries: the final frontier

2014 ◽  
Vol 31 (9) ◽  
pp. 1-5
Author(s):  
Suzanne Anderson
Keyword(s):  
Academic Libraries ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Academic Research ◽  
Research Library ◽  
Narrative Approach ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Research Libraries ◽  
Research Library Group ◽  
The Future ◽  
The University

Purpose – This paper aims to give an overview of the Academic Research Library Group Study Conference hosted by the University of Sussex, in Brighton from the 23rd-25th of June 2014. Design/methodology/approach – A narrative approach was used to describe events. Findings – This was an exciting and action-packed conference that discussed topics surrounding the future of academic libraries. There were several networking opportunities, workshops and an exhibition of sponsors. Originality/value – This report outlines the events of the conference and looks at the themes and issues surrounding the future of research libraries.

Towards an interdisciplinary knowledge exchange model

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Santiago DE FRANCISCO ◽  
Diego MAZO
Keyword(s):  
Design Research ◽  
Knowledge Exchange ◽  
Academic Research ◽  
Innovation Process ◽  
The United States ◽  
Design Environment ◽  
Interdisciplinary Knowledge ◽  
One Year ◽  
The University ◽  
Common Situation

Universities and corporates, in Europe and the United States, have come to a win-win relationship to accomplish goals that serve research and industry. However, this is not a common situation in Latin America. Knowledge exchange and the co-creation of new projects by applying academic research to solve company problems does not happen naturally.To bridge this gap, the Design School of Universidad de los Andes, together with Avianca, are exploring new formats to understand the knowledge transfer impact in an open innovation network aiming to create fluid channels between different stakeholders. The primary goal was to help Avianca to strengthen their innovation department by apply design methodologies. First, allowing design students to proposed novel solutions for the traveller experience. Then, engaging Avianca employees to learn the design process. These explorations gave the opportunity to the university to apply design research and academic findings in a professional and commercial environment.After one year of collaboration and ten prototypes tested at the airport, we can say that Avianca’s innovation mindset has evolved by implementing a user-centric perspective in the customer experience touch points, building prototypes and quickly iterate. Furthermore, this partnership helped Avianca’s employees to experience a design environment in which they were actively interacting in the innovation process.

The Future of Global Great Power Competition after the Coronavirus

2020 ◽  
pp. 79-92
Author(s):  
Burhanettin Duran
Keyword(s):  
World War Ii ◽  
International System ◽  
Radical Change ◽  
Economic Effects ◽  
World War ◽  
Health Security ◽  
Self Sufficiency ◽  
The Future ◽  
Policy Agendas ◽  
The U.S

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the domestic and foreign policy agendas of all countries have been turned upside down. The pandemic has brought new problems and competition areas to states and to the international system. While the pandemic politically calls to mind the post-World War II era, it can also be compared with the 2008 crisis due to its economic effects such as unemployment and the disruption of global supply chains. A debate immediately began for a new international system; however, it seems that the current international system will be affected, but will not experience a radical change. That is, a new international order is not expected, while disorder is most likely in the post-pandemic period. In an atmosphere of global instability where debates on the U.S.-led international system have been worn for a while, in the post-pandemic period states will invest in self-sufficiency and redefine their strategic areas, especially in health security. The decline of U.S. leadership, the challenging policies of China, the effects of Chinese policies on the U.S.-China relations and the EU’s deepening crisis are going to be the main discussion topics that will determine the future of the international system.

Facts Between Pictographs and Photographs in Lester Beall's Rural Electrification Posters, 1937-1941

2015 ◽  
Vol 60 (1) ◽  
pp. 17-38
Author(s):  
Michael J. Golec
Keyword(s):  
Social Reality ◽  
Rural Electrification ◽  
Art And Design ◽  
Photographic Images ◽  
Governmental Agencies ◽  
Works Of Art ◽  
The Future ◽  
The U.S

In analysing Lester Beall's posters for the U.S. government between 1937-1941, Michael Golec demonstrates the twofold character of facts in art and design appearing even when they are applied to guarantee distinct messages. Commissioned by the governmental agencies to develop a series of posters to increase the electrification of rural farms, Beall introduces pictograms in his first series to represent electrification as “facts of the future.” Its simple forms facilitate the travelling of this facts without loss of their integrity. The same holds true for the use of photographic images for the second campaign of 1939. Following the revaluation of photography as a means for the documentation of social reality, as represented by the FSA photographers under the guidance of Roy Stryker, the medium served here as the authentication of facts. Golec holds, that Beall by reducing the complexity of the photographic images, to create a pictorial integrity of his posters, even despite of the use of a seemingly documentary medium, reinforces the ambivalent factual character of the pictures. So, paradoxically by heightening the communicative character of the design and hence stressing the idea of facts as integral realities outside of artworks, Beall's posters reveal the ambiguous character of pictorial facts creating their own specific qualities. Golec concludes, that facts in works of art and design have a twofold character resulting from their belonging to different spaces, which although meant to accomplish and address different facts, inevitably travel, overlap and bleed into each other. Thus oddly these facts refer or represent reality and simultaneously are a thing made (factum) that present and hold their own pictorial reality.

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