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The Future Of Humanitarian Demining, Andy Smith

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

At present, humanitarian demining in most affected areas begins with a United Nations(UN)-led emergency response, which is controlled by ex-pats, who usually have a military background and who are largely paid for by "ear-marked" donations from UN countries. Those donations sometimes take the form of staff and goods. At the same time, as the UN arrives (and sometimes before), the specialist charitably-funded clearance groups, which are funded by an individual government's aid budget or by trusts and donor charities, tend to move into the area. The HALO Trust makes a point of, whenever possible, being in dangerous areas first. The …

Using Public Nuisance Law To Protect Wildlife, Siobhan O'Keeffe

Buffalo Environmental Law Journal

No abstract provided.

Title Page, Buffalo Environmental Law Journal

Buffalo Environmental Law Journal

No abstract provided.

Wireless Communication Facilities: Siting For Sore Eyes, Laurie Dichiara

Buffalo Environmental Law Journal

No abstract provided.

Volume 16, Number 1, Department Of Church Relations

Pacific Church News

Edited by Jerry Rushford

Fall 1998

Nova Quarterly: The University Of Texas At El Paso, News And Publications Office, Utep

NOVA

Fall 1998, Vol. 35, No. 1; No. 135

Distinguished Alumnus

Closure To Discussion: Failure Case Studies And Engineering Ethics In Engineering Mechanics Courses, Norbert J. Delatte

Civil and Environmental Engineering Faculty Publications

No abstract provided.

From Downtown Plan To Central City Summit: Trends In Portland's Central City, 1970-1998, Carl Abbott, Gerhard Pagenstecher, Britt Parrott

Portland Regional Planning History

A report to Association for Portland Progress, City of Portland, Metro, Multnomah County, Portland State University and State of Oregon.

Department Of Mathematical Sciences Newsletter, Fall 1998, University Of Montana--Missoula. Department Of Mathematical Sciences

Newsletters from the Department of Mathematical Sciences at UM

Popular President’s Lecturer visits the Big Sky / Mark Kayll -- Notes from the Chair’s Desk / Gloria C. Hewitt -- 1997-98 Undergraduate Degrees Awarded in Mathematics -- Juggling math with passion / Gary Jahrig -- Thank you Mac and Virginia Johnson / Gloria Hewitt -- Graduate Mathematics Courses for Summer ‘99 / Jim Hirstein and Libby Krussel -- Profile of a Mathematician - Bill Ballard / Rudy Gideon -- Math Awareness Week Highlights / David Patterson -- 1998 Mathematics Scholarship and Award Winners -- πμε/MAA Math Club Corner

Grizzly Bear Digging: Effects On Subalpine Meadow Plants In Relation To Mineral Nitrogen Availability, Sandra E. Tardiff, Jack Arthur Stanford

Biological Sciences Faculty Publications

Grizzly bears (Ursus arctos horribilis) affect plant distributions and mineral nitrogen availability when they forage by digging for the bulbs of glacier lilies (Erythronium grandiflorum) growing in subalpine meadows of Glacier National Park, Montana, United States. Our working hypothesis is that grizzly bears structure plant communities and influence nitrogen availability when they selectively dig for preferred plants. In this paper, we report on differences found in recently disturbed digs (<5 yr old) when compared to adjacent, undisturbed meadow.

We used ion exchange resin bags to determine the availability of mineral nitrogen in grizzly bear digs compared to undisturbed meadow. Soil in digs contained significantly …

Effective Recovery Of Bacterial Dna And Percent-Guanine-Plus-Cytosine-Based Analysis Of Community Structure In The Gastrointestinal Tract Of Broiler Chickens, Juha H. A. Apajalahti, Laura K. Särkilahti, Brita R. E. Mäki, J. Pekka Heikkinen, Päivi H. Nurminen, William E. Holben

Biological Sciences Faculty Publications

A DNA-based, direct method for initial characterization of the total bacterial community in ileum and cecum of the chicken gastrointestinal (GI) tract was developed. The efficiencies of bacterial extraction and lysis were >95 and >99%, respectively, and therefore the DNA recovered should accurately reflect the bacterial communities of the ileal and cecal digesta. Total bacterial DNA samples were fractionated according to their percent G+C content. The profiles reflecting the composition of the bacterial community were reproducible within each compartment, but different between the compartments of the GI tract. This approach is independent of the culturability of the bacteria in the …

In Defense Of The Character Evidence Prohibition: Foundations Of The Rule Against Trial By Character, David P. Leonard

Indiana Law Journal

No abstract provided.

Marshall, Fall 1998, Marshall University

Marshall

No abstract provided.

Gatherings No. 19 Fall 1998, Friends Of The University Libraries

Gatherings: Friends of the University Libraries Newsletter

Complete issue of Gatherings no. 19. Edited by Laurel Grotzinger.

Myths, Mines, And Ground Clearance, Andy Smith

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

The following article deals with some common misconceptions about deminers, demining, and demining equipment. It is not an academic paper, but it is rather a discussion prompt. Some of the points are old enough to appear bearded to the field men--sorry about that--but newcomers still need to hear them. A few are contentious. To some extent, I am playing devil's advocate although all of the points raised in this article have arisen during my field work. I believe that they deserve an airing, and I would be interested to hear any well-reasoned, contrary opinions, or any words of support.

Montpelier: James Madison University Magazine, James Madison University

Montpelier Magazine- 1990-1999

Montpelier is an official publication of James Madison University and is produced quarterly for alumni, parents of JMU students, faculty, staff and friends of the university. The publication is named for the home of James and Dolley Madison. Montpelier is produced by the Division of University Advancement. Editorial and advertising offices are located at 27 Medical Arts West, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA 22807.

Strengthening Humanitarian Demining And Related Activities Through The Emphasis On Comparative Advantages, Joe Lokey

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

One of the foundations of contemporary economic systems is that expertise can create value. Based on this notion, it follows that economic efficiency results if every person does what he or she does best. Preferences, competencies, and resource capacity in the world of economics and trade drive these choices. In humanitarian pursuits, the trade aspects are less clear, and the financial aspects are less relevant, but the efficiencies gained from applying limited resources to a global crisis are still clear and relevant.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 74, No. 11, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Goetz, Kristina. Seating Plan Passed – Diddle Arena
• Lucas, Fred. Student Loan Rates Going Down
• Wilkins, Erin. Being All They Can Be – ROTC
• Stamper, John. Murray State University Fire Sparks Interest in Pricing Sprinkler Systems
• Harper, Molly. More Community Meetings Scheduled to Discuss Loop Plan – Roads
• Convenience Replaces Lives – Loop Road Plan
• Tabor, Chris. Editorial Cartoon re: Pedestrians
• Thompson, Francis. Students Receiving Quality Education at Low Costs
• Vos, Arvin & David Keeling. Committee Hid Athletics Review Report from Public
• Darr, John. Bands …

Ua66/8/3 Geogram, Wku Geography & Geology

WKU Administration Documents

Newsletter created by and about the WKU Geography & Geology highlighting activities of faculty, students and alumni.

The Rock, Fall, 1998 (Vol. 69, No. 3), Whittier College

The Rock

No abstract provided.

Using Narrative Picture Books To Build Awareness Of Expository Text Structure, Mary C. Mcmackin

Reading Horizons: A Journal of Literacy and Language Arts

For many students, reading in the content areas presents quite a challenge. The transition from an emphasis on narrative texts in the lower grades to expository texts in the upper grades is not always easy. This article describes a system I use for introducing expository text structure through the use of narrative picture books. My goal is to develop an understanding of expository text structure with simple texts so that students will be able to transfer these understandings to more cognitively dense content area materials.

Benefits Of Literacy Field Experiences: Three Views, Kathy Everts Danielson, Wilma Kuhlman, Jarene Fluckiger

Reading Horizons: A Journal of Literacy and Language Arts

Three professors of literacy education reflected upon their varied field experiences with preservice teachers enrolled in their reading/language arts methods courses. After describing each field experience and discussing its impact on classroom teachers, elementary students, college students, and college professors, authors offer some general conclusions regarding literacy field experience.

The Abiding Relevance Of Federalism To U.S. Foreign Relations, Jack L. Goldsmith, Curtis A. Bradley

Articles

No abstract provided.

Trade Secrets: How Well Should We Be Allowed To Hide Them? The Economic Espionage Act Of 1996, Rochelle Cooper Dreyfuss

Fordham Intellectual Property, Media and Entertainment Law Journal

No abstract provided.

The Role Of International Equity In A Sustainable Future: The Continuing Problem Of Third World Debt And Development, Todd Johnston

Buffalo Environmental Law Journal

No abstract provided.

Fanning The Flames Of Nimby: A Book Review Of The Promise And Peril Of Environmental Justice, Gary A. Abraham

Buffalo Environmental Law Journal

No abstract provided.

Table Of Contents, Buffalo Environmental Law Journal

Buffalo Environmental Law Journal

No abstract provided.

Western News, Oct. 1, 1998, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Floyd lays out vision; planning details for BOT, Student families on campus this weekend for annual Family Festival celebration activities, Nursing chair named for Lacey, Upton aide tapped for legislative affairs post, Coming Out Day marked, Africa's economic impact is visiting scholar's topic, Stoltman honored by national geography group, Day-long arts festival planned for Oct. 10.

Center For Grassland Studies Newsletter, Fall 1998, Volume 4, No. 4

Center for Grassland Studies: Newsletters

Contents:

Subirrigated Meadow Management Pratices by Jerry Volesky, West Central Research and Extension Center, UNL

Wildlife Habitat Incentive Program by Craig Derickson and Gerald Jasmer, USDA, Natural Resources Conservation Service

The Effect of Planting Date on Turfgrass Seed Production in the High Plains by Rebecca Harms, Turfgrass Project Coordinator, UNL

Beef Home Study Courses Begin Fifth Year

Plan Now to Attend SRM/AFGC Joint Meeting

Nebline, October 1998

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

Character Counts! for everyone
Growing hardy bulbs
Tree planting snafus
Timely care of hardy chrysantheums
Mole, mole, go away
Termite control options: baits vs. barriers?
Celebrate America Recycles Day
Household hazardous waste collection: November 7
It's time for your annual “pest-proof” check-up
Removing skunk odor
Temporary/emergency grain storage options
Control leafy spurge
Fall clean-up of warm-season grasses
The first frost, the last hurrah
Pasture weed control
What is this thing called winter desiccation?
Dormant planting grasses and legumes
Finding facts about vegetables and fruits
Healthy Eating: No-Crust Pumpkin Pie
Focus on Food
Preparing for the winter food olympics!
Family & …