John Fleming for Congress

If you visit the website, www.flemingforcongress.com you will realize that this guy is tech savvy, and aware of recent technology developments. Not that I am saying the others are not, but we actually do not know if they are. Anyway, this kind of guy is what we need to send to Congress. Washington needs people that are attuned with technology, whatever that means.

Dr John Fleming is a practicing family physician and a candidate of choice for Louisiana’s 4th Congressional district which means he will be involved on various key issues involving health care. Although he is Republican, it is however clear no matter what his party affiliation is that he is someone that people need to represent them - John Fleming for congress.

Do you want to know more about John Fleming? Where he stand on the issues? His fight is for Controlling Illegal Immigration, Cutting Spending, Lowering Taxes, Defeating Terrorism, Protecting Right to Life, and Traditional Values, among other issues? Then visit his website at www.flemingforcongress.com

The United Nations University Institute of Advanced Studies seeks PhD& Postdoctoral Fellowships - Sustainable Development

The United Nations University Institute of Advanced Studies (UNU-IAS) is now accepting applications for its three fellowship programmes: UNU-IAS PhD Fellowships, UNU-IAS Postdoctoral Fellowships, and JSPS-UNU Postdoctoral Fellowships.

UNU-IAS is a multi-thematic, interdisciplinary, research and training centre located in Yokohama, Japan. The Institute’s fellowship programmes provide young scientists, policy makers, and developing country scholars with the opportunity to expand their intellectual vision beyond a single scientific field.


UNU-IAS PhD and Postdoctoral Fellowships are offered for a period of 10 months beginning in October 2008. JSPS-UNU Postdoctoral Fellowships are offered for 12-24 months beginning in November 2008.

Postdoctoral candidates must have completed a PhD degree, and PhD candidates must be at the advanced stage of their doctoral dissertation. Candidates’ current research must be closely related to one of the thematic areas of the Institute.

The closing date for applications is 25 April 2008.

Please see website for further details.

Get an online MBA Degree

When I was working overseas for around three years a few years ago, I contemplated of going back to school because an additional degree, that is, a Masters Degree, would have help me a lot in my job. If I had a Masters then, it would have afforded me a promotion and a higher salary.

So, if you are planning of going back to school for similar reasons, i.e. to further educate yourself, to get an Online MBA to improve your chances of promotion but you have a limited time to go back to school then the best suited to you, I guess, is an Online Degree through Regis University College For Professional Studies (CPS). With CPS, you can earn your Bachelors Degree or Bachelors Certificate as well as a Masters Degree/Masters Certificate online. They currently have seven campuses in Colorado and two in the state of Nevada.

In getting an online education, you must have it from an Accredited Distance Learning University because this indicates that their academic programs have undergone a rigorous review by the Department of Education’s accrediting agencies. The accreditation shows that the online degree program offered by the University has followed the academic guideline of Department of Education and thus accepted in the job market. In fact, the three schools of Regis University have an annual enrollment of over 16,000 students and more than 6,500 of these students earn their degree online. So, get it from Regis University College For Professional Studies (CPS).

PhD Student Position in Computer Science at University of Groningen

PhD student position in Computer Science - Intelligent Systems - Biologically motivated object recognition

Institute of Mathematics and Computing Science, University of Groningen

Topic of research
The objective of the project is to develop an object recognition technique that is motivated by the function of the visual cortex. Major aspects are representation and learning.

Type and level of the position
This is a temporary research position at the level of a PhD student for a period of maximum four years. The tuition fees will be waived and the student will receive a full scholarship. In this period the student will follow relevant courses and prepare and defend a PhD thesis. The position is embedded in the research group Intelligent Systems. The tradition of the group is that PhD theses are based on excellent papers in high imact journals so that our PhD graduates have a very strong competative position on the academic market. Thesis director and supervisor will be professor N. Petkov. The University of Groningen is a leading European research university.


Our requirements on your qualifications
You are a university graduate (at the level of diploma or master of science level) in one of the following disciplines: computer science, artificial intelligence, computational neuroscience, electrical engineering, biophysics, physics. You have a demonstrated interest in the neurosciences. You have an excellent academic record (GPA) and belong to the top 5% of the graduates of your year and preferrably have a graduation with a distinction such as honors or cum laude. You are fluent in English language and able to write scientific articles and reports (to be proven by your graduation thesis or another comparable report or co-authorship of published scientific articles).

How to apply
Send the following information:

an application letter with a CV,
a specification of GPA and transcript of records,
an indication of your position in the class and year (e.g. 1st in a class of 20),
evidence of excellence (e.g. graduation with honors) and a list of relevant awards,
proofs of involvement in research (e.g. co-authorship of scientific articles),
a description of your ideas for research in the specified area,
names and email addresses of three scientists (typically your former professors) who can give a reference for you.
to prof.dr. Nicolai Petkov (petkov[ at ]cs.rug.nl). Applicants will be asked to do a short assignment in order to demonstrate their research abilities. The position will be open until a suitable candidate is found.

Further information at the official website.

Limnology Internship

Carlander-Bachman Limnology Internship

The Iowa State University Limnology Laboratory (ISULL) is sponsoring an ongoing internship program for college and university students seeking research experience in the aquatic sciences. This is a paid, one-year program, and can carry academic credit from this Research 1 university. The deadline for application is March 15, 2008. Interviews will be conducted at the ISULL in Ames, IA Early April, 2008.

Under the direction and supervision of Professor John A. Downing, ISULL performs aquatic ecosystem research through its in-the-field sampling capabilities, analytical laboratory facilities, and professional data analysis. Successful applicants will work on a variety of aquatic ecosystems, from tiny lakes to large rivers. Our laboratory performs standard testing procedures for analysis of biological, microbiological, and nutrient, in lake, stream, river, and wetland ecosystems. We also use geographic information systems (GIS) and watershed models to analyze how practices in a watershed affect that watershed's lake or stream.

This program offers a unique opportunity to work under the mentorship of scientists and professionals to gain a broad range of practical field and laboratory experience in water quality research. The internship also provides an opportunity for students to develop and conduct individual research projects. At the end of the program, participants develop a poster, a presentation, and submit a written report of their work.

Both undergraduate and graduate students are eligible. Students receive a stipend for a 9 or 12-month internship. Candidates must have full-day availability and be available for overnight travel Monday through Thursday. Applicants with class and/or work experience with biological, water chemistry or habitat assessment sampling techniques are preferred. Students register for internship credits through Iowa State University (or their home institution).

Students interested in this internship should send a letter of intent, resume and unofficial copy of their transcripts, preferably by e-mail, to:
Kelly Poole
Iowa State University Limnology Laboratory
Department of Ecology, Evolution and Organismal Biology
207 Bessey Hall
Ames, IA 50011
515-294-6363
kpoole@iastate.edu

Research Assistant: Masters of Science in Environmental Science and Engineering

Description: The student will be responsible for field testing a phytoplankton-specific submersible field fluorometer and method and protocol development for ultimate remote instrument use. The area of study is the International Section of the St. Lawrence River, and the Great Lakes. Data collected and analyzed will form the basis of the masters thesis. A research stipend equivalent to $20,670 per year ($795 bi-weekly) and a tuition waiver will be provided.

The research is funded by grants from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (GL2007-60; see http://epa.gov/greatlakes/fund/2006fund/yeslist.html) and the Syracuse Center of Excellence in Environmental and Energy Systems (see http://syracusecoe.org/main/water.aspx).

Qualifications: A bachelor degree in environmental science, biology, chemistry, or engineering is required. The student should be in good physical condition, capable of field work on coastal research vessels and ships, and in possession of a Class D driver license. The candidate must be admissible to the Clarkson University graduate program in Environmental Science and Engineering see: http://www.clarkson.edu/ese/.

How to Apply: Send a cover letter, current resume, and names and contact information of three referees, and an unofficial copy of all academic transcripts to Michael Twiss, Great Rivers Center, Clarkson University,8 Clarkson Avenue, Potsdam, N, 13699-5805.

Contact: Michael Twiss, Associate Professor
Tel: 315-268-2359, Fax: 315-268-7118
Email: mtwiss@clarkson.ed

Do you need help warehousing, shipping, labeling, marketing your products on the web?

Do you have an online store and you need help in warehousing, shipping (they are also a wholesale book distributors), labeling, marketing your products on the web? If you are, then this post is a good opportunity for you. I would recommend that you visit the website of GDF Fulfillment Solutions. When you visit their website then you would know that their fulfillment center is what you are looking for. You would also know that they can be of great help in warehousing and distribution, and purchase order processing needs of your products.

Your products will be packaged using high-speed, custom automated machinery; capabilities include assembling, sorting and insertion. Also, if you need help with selling your products on the web then they can help you showcase and sell your products on the internet using their secure online catalog/shopping cart services. They also offer in-house Call Center to provide secure, customized and convenient services to your clients. So, what are you looking for, visit GDF Fulfillment Solutions now and check out the possibilities of what they offer.

Patek Philippe

Have you really made it? If you have, then cost does not really matter when it comes to owning luxury watches. Sometimes, success can be seen on the brand of watch on your wrist, and most successful people have them. Only those that have made it can tell the difference. They have a flair for style and quality. They choose their watches with as much care as they would choose a home or a car. That separates successful people from others.

A luxury watch attached to your wrist is a major enhancement to yourself. It sometimes intimidates people. It carries an air of prestige; command respect and admiration from everyone else. Brands of luxury watches like Rolex and Patek carry an air of prestige that truly exhibits the extent of a person’s success. The perfected craftsmanship of these watches is truly admirable. If you are looking for a Patek Philippe and other patek phillipe watches or other luxury watches, then visit this website: www.feelgoodwatches.com.

MSc/PhD Student Assistantship, Biogeochemistry

We are looking for two excellent candidates with a strong interest in the biogeochemical cycles of trace metals in aquatic environments. This project will address the impact of oil sands on the biogeochemical cycles of metals in the aquatic ecosystem. The project includes the set-up of laboratory and field-based experiments to investigate the physical and chemical forms of metals. Both students will be working at the Worsfold Water Quality Centre at Trent University (www.trentu.ca/wqc).

The positions would be based at Trent University as part of the Watershed Ecosystems Graduate Program. Financial support will be provided through a combination of research and teaching assistantships. Interested candidates should have a background in environmental chemistry and be able to develop and conduct independent scientific research. For more information on the graduate program please see http://www.trentu.ca/wegp/.

Used POS Equipment

POS equipment is very important in your business. If your business, as most, if not all, I guess, requires accurate accounting for sales and inventory, then you must have POS equipment. If you are a convenience store, retail store, beer and wine drive-thru, bar, restaurant, state liquor stores and other businesses; then having this equipment will not only be a tremendous help in accounting and inventory which will save you headaches; but also will attract repeat customers because of its ability to process credit card payments which would make transactions fast, scan the bar codes of the products which would provide accurate prices to your products, issue receipts etc., that would help in the inventory and management of your shop or business. This also makes the transaction fast and professional.

So, if you need POS equipment; obtain them from VisionPOS because they can provide you with various kinds and brands of POS equipments such as point of sale terminals, wireless inventory collecting devices, POS Scanners, Thermal POS Printers, POS Servers Bar Code Scanners etc. If you are looking for Fujitsu pos systems, ibm surepos pos or an NCR point of sale products they are available and you can buy these products from VisionPOS.

PhD position available within the project “Reservoir characterization using ensemble Kalman filter”

A three year position as research fellow (PhD position) is available within the project ”Reservoir characterization using ensemble Kalman filter”. The project is funded by the Research Council of Norway and several industry partners. The PhD education will be affiliated with the PhD programme at the University of Bergen and the research will be performed in close cooperation with the “Centre for Integrated Petroleum Research”, one of 21 Norwegian Centres of Excellence.

The main objective of the project is to develop methodology for petroleum reservoir characterization.

Possible research tasks include:

improve the uncertainty quantification provided by the ensemble Kalman filter
develop methodology for history matching in cases with complex geology
increase the understanding of the effect of model error.
The research present challenges from various disciplines including mathematics, statistics, computer science and reservoir engineering.

The successful applicant will spend one year as visiting scholar at the University of Oklahoma or the University of Tulsa.

Skills
The fellowship is open to candidates with a strong background in Mathematics, Physics or related fields. Candidates must hold a MSc degree or equivalent. Excellent academic track record, strong IT skills, familiarity with Unix/Linux and programming experience beyond Visual Basic are desired.

Personal qualities
You are creative, positive, curious, open minded, show initiative, and able to work well in multi disciplinary teams.

Application
The application must include a complete overview of education and professional activities (CV), scanned copies of diplomas and transcripts, a list of publications, and contact details of two or three referees. The application must be sent by e-mail to Kristin.Flornes[ at ]iris.no

Conditions
Starting salary at salary level 43 (code 1017) on the government salary scale (currently NOK 325 600 per year); following ordinary meriting regulations (wage levels 43/47). The successful applicant must comply with the guidelines that apply to the position at any time and satisfy the admission requirements for the PhD programme at the University of Bergen.

Unit: IRIS-Petroleum

Working Place: Bergen and Oklahoma

Deadline: 29.03.2008

Contact info: Chief Scientist Geir Nævdal
Research Director Kristin Flornes

To apply: www.iris.no/stilling

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