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Community Leaders' Perceptions Of University And College Efforts To Encourage Civic Engagement, Richard A. Brisbin Jr., Susan Hunter

Civic Engagement

"Students who volunteer in the community often end up staying or coming back after they graduate because they find out they can make a difference;' reports one economic development director in West Virginia. He and other community leaders agreed that getting college students involved in community activities not only had short-term benefits for the community but that often their experiences led to long-term gains for community life. This finding is important in a time when scholars, politicians, and pundits argue that a crisis of civic disengagement affects American politics. As a partial remedy for this crisis, educators have linked partnerships …

Ursinus Magazine, Spring / Summer 2003, Wendy Greenberg, Dan Reimold, Joseph F. Pirro, Loretta Radeschi

Ursinus Magazine, 1995–Present

The Philip and Muriel Berman Museum of Art calendar • Hello ... Ursinus calling • Reading assignment • Meistersingers serenade Italy • Best Buddies goes virtual • Student achievement: Klim wins Watson • Students keep up with world events • Undergraduate science research sets Ursinus students apart • Another rousing theater season • A Costa Rica winter break • Ursinus in the news • Transitions • Alumni forum • A majestic commencement 2003 • The world at our doorstep: Study abroad takes off • Studying abroad: The flip side • Personal journal: A student's account of a semester abroad • …

Pharmacogenomics And Indigenous Peoples: Real Issues And Actors, Russel Lawrence Barsh

Cardozo Journal of International and Comparative Law

The article critically examines the ethical and scientific implications of genetic diversity research, particularly focusing on the Human Genome Diversity Project (HGDP). It highlights the tension between advancing scientific knowledge and addressing the ethical concerns of sampling vulnerable populations, such as indigenous and isolated communities. While the research aims to study genetic variation for medical and historical insights, it raises significant issues regarding informed consent, group rights, and the potential exploitation of these populations. The article emphasizes the need for balanced approaches that respect both individual and collective rights while ensuring equitable benefits from genetic research.

The Rhetoric Of Biopiracy, Paul J. Heald

Cardozo Journal of International and Comparative Law

The article critiques the rhetorical strategy of advocates for long-term occupant communities (LTOCs) seeking sui generis intellectual property rights to combat biopiracy. While their goals are admirable, the approach is ineffective due to widespread skepticism towards expanding intellectual property rights. The author argues that market-based solutions and alliances with corporations could better preserve biodiversity and compensate communities.

Ethnopharmacology, Patents And The Politics Of Plants' Genetic Resources, Remigius N. Nwabueze

Cardozo Journal of International and Comparative Law

The article critiques the exploitation of the South's biodiversity and genetic resources by the North, driven by self-interest and pharmaceutical needs, while highlighting the inequities perpetuated by international frameworks like TRIPS and the CBD. It argues that current legal systems, rooted in Western intellectual property principles, fail to protect indigenous knowledge and traditional practices adequately. The analysis proposes alternative approaches, such as compensation regimes and collective rights organizations, to address these disparities and ensure fair benefit-sharing.

Looking Beyond Intellectual Property In Resolving Protection Of The Intangible Cultural Heritage Of Indigenous Peoples, Robert K. Paterson, Dennis S. Karjala

Cardozo Journal of International and Comparative Law

The article examines the challenges indigenous peoples face in protecting their intangible cultural property, such as songs, legends, and ceremonies, under existing intellectual property (IP) and legal regimes. It argues that while indigenous claims for protection are legitimate, recognizing new IP rights may not be necessary or appropriate. Instead, the authors propose that existing legal frameworks, such as contract law, privacy, trade secret, and trademark law, could provide more effective and balanced solutions. They advocate for a nuanced approach that respects indigenous cultural heritage while maintaining compatibility with public domain interests and free expression.

Digital Propertization Of The New Artifacts: The Application Of Technologies For "Soft" Representations Of The Physical And Metaphysical, Mark Perry

Cardozo Journal of International and Comparative Law

The article explores how digital technology is revolutionizing the representation and ownership of artifacts, complicating traditional notions of intellectual property and cultural preservation. It argues that high-quality digital reproductions, such as MP3 files and digital images, challenge existing legal frameworks, highlighting the need for more flexible and culturally sensitive approaches to intellectual property rights.

Traditional Medical Knowledge, Intellectual Property Rights & Benefit Sharing, Gerard Bodeker

Cardozo Journal of International and Comparative Law

The article argues that there is a significant conflict between the exploitation of traditional medical knowledge (TMK) by commercial entities and the efforts of indigenous communities to protect their knowledge. This conflict stems from the clash between the intellectual property (IP) system, which often favors corporate interests, and the rights of indigenous peoples to their traditional knowledge. The article highlights the need for equitable legal frameworks to address issues of ownership, benefit sharing, and prior informed consent, particularly in the context of international agreements like TRIPS and the CBD.

Some Realism About Indigenism, Michael H. Davis

Cardozo Journal of International and Comparative Law

The article argues that the debate over using intellectual property (IP) rights to protect indigenous information is misguided. It posits that the core issue is not legal but economic—specifically, the poverty of indigenous communities. The author contends that IP regimes, particularly the Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS), exacerbate inequality and are inadequate for addressing the unique concerns of indigenism, which are rooted in economic disparities rather than legal frameworks.

Mango Production And Marketing In Zanzibar: Potential, Issues And Constraints, E. I. Niyibigira, V. Y. Lada, Z. S. Abdullah

All Peer-Reviewed Publications

The paper examines prospects and constraints in the production and export market of mango, particularly the Boribo Muyuni, a popular mango variety in Zanzibar. It identifies the steps undertaken by government and private sector in stimulating production and marketing. The main constraints include suitability of only a few varieties for export, seasonal variability in output; pests and disease problems particularly the Mango fruitfly, Ceratitis cosyra, high freight charges, limited cargo space and lack of technical know-how on scientific management practices. The paper also identifies the steps undertaken by government to remove the constraints to promote exports, such as expanding nurseries, …

Dead To Rights: A Father's Struggle To Secure Mental Health Services For His Son. Georgetown Journal On Poverty Law And Policy, April Land

Faculty Scholarship

This Article analyzes the gap between children's statutory rights and their actual access to services within the educational, medical and juvenile justice systems. This Article lays out the strong statutory rights and protections in the areas of special education and contrasts them with actual experience in trying to secure appropriate education, Medicaid and the juvenile justice system. The Article concludes that the agencies responsible for administering federal law must not be permitted to continue to avoid compliance with clear statutory mandates. They are failing to meet their legal responsibilities by asserting that services should be provided by other agencies, rather …

Using Computer-Based Case Studies For Developing Information Searching Skills And Implementing Evidence-Based Medicine In Patient Care Plans., Anthony J. Frisby, Daniel G. Kipnis

Academic Commons and Scott Memorial Library Staff Papers and Presentations

Since 1987 over 1,300 first year medical students at Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia, PA have completed a required Medical Informatics course. This course is the responsibility of the Library’s Education Services division. Designed to develop information-searching skills and teach methods for evaluating evidence-based medicine, the course employs a combination of self-paced online tutorials and case studies. The case studies in particular have proven to be a very effective learning tool. Course evaluations are consistently positive, with comments citing the interesting case studies and the effectiveness and appropriateness of the teaching method. This chapter describes the case development process, presents …

A Dynamic Institutional Theory Of International Law, Brett Frischmann

Buffalo Law Review

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Owning Enlightenment: Proprietary Spirituality In The "New Age" Marketplace, Walter A. Effross

Buffalo Law Review

No abstract provided.

Softening Pharaoh's Heart: Harnessing Altruistic Theory And Behavioral Law And Economics To Rein In Executive Salaries, Michael B. Dorff

Buffalo Law Review

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Institutions And The Urban Environment In Developing Countries: Challenges, Trends, And Transitions, Carlos A. Linares

Yale School of the Environment Publications Series

The paper discusses challenges, trends, and transitions in the urban environment field and offers an approach to meeting Millennium Development Goal (MDG) targets in water supply and sanitation in urban areas. It updates the author’s 1994 publication Urban Environmental Challenges: New Directions for Technical Assistance to Cities inDeveloping Countries, published by the World Resources Institute. This paper begins by describing governance, decentralization, and privatization trends and drawing lessons from international development experiences in cities in developing countries. It argues that pervasive governance problems have led to environmental service deficits, particularly amongst the poor, who, at the same time, have demonstrated …

Consequences Of Living On The Credit Card, Liz Gorham, Debra Pankow

SDSU Extension Extra Archives

We live in uncertain times, and stressful situations can catch us financially off guard. High medical bills without sufficient health insurance, loss of employment, a poor year of farming or ranching, a divorce, natural disasters, deployment in the military, or higher than expected college costs can force us into debt. We’re not alone. Household debt across the country increased more than 9% in 2002. This was the largest rate of increase since 1989, according to Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan.

Hand Washing Is Top Priority For Food Stands, Joan Hegerfeld, Barb Converse

SDSU Extension Extra Archives

Your church, club, group or organization may plan an activity that involves serving food outdoors or in locations where it can be difficult to keep the food safe and maintain proper sanitary practices. Good hygiene is crucial in preventing foodborne illness. To protect the public, workers in temporary food stands must make a special effort to wash their hands. Hand washing is an important task that many people fail to do.

Reproductive Assessment Of Horses During Post-Breeding Season, Koyla Kruse

SDSU Extension Extra Archives

PLANNING FOR NEXT SEASON In late summer, the large majority of breeding is completed for the year and if things have gone as planned, the mares have settled. This is a good time to begin planning for the next season in order to avoid the full schedule of a breeding season in progress. Early attention to the animals’ individual health can cause next year’s breeding season to be successful with less cost and frustration when spring comes again. A mare’s normal, biological breeding season starts in mid-April and often extends through October. But most breeding activity is completed in July, …

A Comparison Of The Level Of Anxiety And The Degree Of Acculturation Among Immigrant Esol And Mainstreamed-Esol Students In A Public, Rural High School In South Florida, Herminio Flores-Mulero

Graduate Student Dissertations, Theses, Capstones, and Portfolios

The level of anxiety and the degree of acculturation of a group of immigrant Haitian and Hispanic students who are enrolled in an ESOL program in a public, rural high school in South Florida were researched. The level of anxiety and the degree of acculturation of a group of immigrant Haitian and Hispanic students exited from the ESOL program and enrolled in English language mainstream classes were also researched. The purpose of this empirical study was to determine if there is a relationship between anxiety and acculturation among immigrant secondary students by investigating the level of anxiety and the degree …

On David Koplow's Smallpox: The Fight To Eradicate A Global Scourge, Lisa Donovan, David Alan Sapp

Reconstruction: Studies in Contemporary Culture

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The world is free from the variola virus, more commonly known to us as the virus responsible for smallpox -- or at least it is almost free from it. Since the World Health Organization's (WHO) successful eradication campaign ended officially on December 9, 1979, smallpox no longer exists in its natural state, yet it does remain in securely isolated freezers in two locations: the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention facility in Atlanta, Georgia, and the Russian State Research Center of Virology and Biotechnology near Novosibirsk. In Smallpox: The Fight to Eradicate a Global Scourge, David Koplow …

Inside Earth, Volume 6, No. 1, Summer 2003, Ronal C. Kerbo, Cave And Karst Program (U.S.)

Inside Earth

Contents: Thanks to Dale Pate -- Dust Deposition along the Candlelight Tour Wind Cave National Park -- Park Updates -- National Cave Karst Research Institute Update -- Contributors to this Issue

Weeds, Seeds & Deeds: Recent Skirmishes In The Seed Wars, Keith Aoki

Cardozo Journal of International and Comparative Law

The article examines the commodification of seed germplasm, tracing its evolution through technological advancements and legal frameworks that have transformed seeds from a shared resource into a corporate-controlled commodity. It critiques how intellectual property laws, particularly patent protections, have prioritized corporate interests over traditional farming practices and biodiversity. The analysis highlights the tension between private property rights and the commons, advocating for a balanced approach that considers both intellectual property and the preservation of genetic diversity.

Intellectual Property, Genetic Resources And Traditional Knowledge Protection: Thinking Globally, Acting Locally, Charles R. Mcmanis

Cardozo Journal of International and Comparative Law

The article explores the tension between global intellectual property rights and the preservation of biodiversity and traditional knowledge, highlighting the conflict between developed and developing nations. It discusses efforts to balance these interests through international agreements like TRIPS and CBD, and presents the ICBG-Peru project as a successful local model for fair benefit-sharing and traditional knowledge protection.

The Protection Of Folklore, Silke Von Lewinski

Cardozo Journal of International and Comparative Law

The article examines the challenges of protecting folklore under existing intellectual property laws, highlighting the limitations of current legal frameworks and advocating for a new international system that balances the rights of indigenous communities with the demands of commercial exploitation. It emphasizes the need for a comprehensive approach that considers the cultural, financial, and integrity interests of indigenous peoples, while addressing the historical failures of international efforts to establish effective protection for folklore.

The Relationship Of Mmpi-A Item Effectiveness To Item Content, Diagnostic Category, And Classification Accuracy, Kathleen D. Lynch

Psychology Theses & Dissertations

Archer, Handel, and Lynch (2001) recently compared the item endorsement frequencies for the MMPI-A normative sample against two adolescent clinical samples. Results showed that the MMPI-A contains a substantial number of items that do not show a significant difference in item endorsement frequency between normative and clinical samples. The current study extends Archer et al.'s (2001) research in three ways: (1) it examines the item endorsement frequencies of the Supplementary scales, Harris Lingoes subscales, and subtle-obvious items; (2) it examines the Basic, Content, and Supplementary scales, and Harris Lingoes subscales with two homogeneous diagnostic criterion groups (as suggested by Archer, …

Argentina: 2002 Article Iv Consultation-Staff Report, International Monetary Fund (Imf)

Documents

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Neiu Magazine- Summer 2003, Neiu Magazine Staff

NEIU Magazine

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English Maritime Law Update: 2002, Jane Andrewartha, Kate Borrowdale

Journal of Maritime Law and Commerce

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Communicator, Summer 2003, Wnec Alumni Association

Alumni Magazines

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