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Instrucción del Alcalde Alfredo Del Mazo el implementar programas que fomenten la actividad física
•Excelente opción prevenir el delito con la práctica deportiva: Enrique Tejeda
•Importante la motivación y la actividad física para evitar drogadicción y alcoholismo
Implementation, project management & support desk: Simon, Dale, Paul, Chris, Ged, Mark, Alan, Corinna, Tony, Nigel, Sam.
How Honduras managed to carry out genomic sequencing for the first time
June 2023
When microbiologist Soany Ávilez was selected to implement the genomic sequencing of the SARS-CoV-2 virus in Honduras, she was amazed. In the wake of the pandemic, Soany had started working at the National Virology Laboratory in 2020 performing PCR tests. At that time, genomic sequencing to detect circulating variants of the virus that causes COVID-19 was carried out outside the country. But a project to provide Honduras with the capabilities to do it in situ and obtain faster results was being developed with technical support from the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) and financial support from the United States Government.
Although she lacked knowledge on the subject, Soany remembers that she longed for the opportunity to work in sequencing. "When they chose us (her and her partner Karla Romero) to implement sequencing in the country and move the area forward, I couldn't believe it," she says.
Genomic surveillance allows us to know the evolution of viruses and other pathogens as they change over time. Knowing those changes or mutations that can modify its transmissibility and severity, allows us to guide public health measures. During the pandemic, it was a key strategy to monitor the behavior of SARS-CoV-2 and a technique that is being integrated into the surveillance of other pathogens.
Karla Romero, the other microbiologist in charge of genomic surveillance, acknowledges that the implementation of sequencing in Honduras has been "a great challenge" that required a lot of "sacrifice and commitment" both inside and outside the laboratory.
The sequencing area had to be created from scratch. In 2022, the authorities selected and conditioned a space within the National Virology Laboratory. With the support of PAHO, a sequencer, supplies, reagents, and furniture were purchased, and Soany and Karla were trained in bioinformatics and genomic sequencing at the Gorgas Memorial Institute in Panama.
“All with the aim of strengthening the capacities for genomic surveillance of SARS-CoV-2 and other pathogens in Honduras,” says Gabriela Rodriguez Segura, coordinator of the PAHO Project for the Consolidation of Genomic Sequencing Capacities in Honduras. Before these capacities were created at the local level, samples to determine the variants circulating in the country were sent to the laboratories of the Regional Network for Genomic Surveillance of COVID-19 (COVIGEN) created by PAHO to support countries without capacity to carry out sequencing in its territory.
In March 2023, the effort paid off and excitement took over the National Virology Laboratory when, after several attempts, the first sequencing of SARS-COV-2 in the country was successfully carried out. “We couldn't believe it,” says Soany. "We feel very happy because it was a great challenge and the result made us feel fulfilled."
On March 21, 2023, the results were obtained and it was the first time that the XBB sublineage of the omicron variant was detected in the country and by Honduran health professionals. For Karla, the key was “not to give up in the face of the biggest challenge”.
"It is a milestone for the country that genomic sequencing is being carried out," says Dr. Mitzi Castro, head of the National Health Surveillance Laboratory of Honduras. “It is a historic moment because we are starting from here to carry out future genomic surveillance of other pathogens of sanitary interest to the country,” she adds.
According to Dr. Castro, the country now has state-of-the-art technology. "The laboratory is at the forefront, and that is a success and a source of pride, for which we thank all those who have contributed their bit so that Honduras is not left behind."
“Transport Decarbonisation: Driving Implementation” project members meeting at the ITF in Paris, France, to help identify ways to cut CO₂ emissions in three hard-to-decarbonise areas of transport: aviation, shipping and heavy-duty road freight. Their successful transition to a low- and ultimately zero-carbon operation is vital to achieving the international community’s climate goals.
Implementation of Ana Dominguez Studio's graphic design throughout several supports (banners, wall labels, entrance vinyl, exhibition leaflet, public space, city transport, etc) for the exhibition “Panorama 21. Apunts per a un incendi dels ulls” (“Panorama 21: Notes for an Eye Fire”), MACBA Museu d'Art Contemporani de Barcelona, 22 October 2021–27 February 2022. Curated by Hiuwai Chu and Latitudes. Photos: Roberto Ruiz.
Ana Domínguez’s graphic design concept for the exhibition series Panorama, as well as its first edition, Notes for an Eye Fire, is an integral part of the projects’ communication, linking the physical exhibition with its online counterpart.
Domínguez worked closely with Lara Coromina for both commissions, along with Pau Geis and Ana Habash, all members of her studio’s team.
The Panorama identity is based on a customised version of the Du Nord Macba typeface and a stamp-like circular wordmark. Developed for the web and social media, the design expands the letters of “panorama” into a series of black-and-white switchbacks and arabesques that recall concrete poetry.
The graphic concept for Notes for an Eye Fire reflects the vitality and heterogeneity of the exhibition’s participants, and draws on some of the key refrains from Gabriel Ventura’s homonymous 2020 poetry collection — not least the notion of creative insurgency, the power of the word, and the thwarting of sight. Through a visual language of volcanic eruptions, billowing smoke screens, and motion lines, Domínguez and her team use illustration to break apart the title and fire off allusions to the exhibition.
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Valle del Cauca implementa programa de rehabilitación integral para personas en condición de discapacidad visual. Foto: Deywis Ayure Casas
Photos from CTA's workshop on "Implementing climate-smart solutions for next-generation ACP agriculture", from 22-25 January 2019, Wageningen, The Netherlands.
Yavya Jain
BFA Industrial Design 2023
Copper, shells
The dining implements aim to challenge the eating experience- slowing down the process of consumption and promoting mindful practices. The playful nature of the tools prompt you to use your mind and body while inviting conversations with the people around you.
This project was created in collaboration with Steinbeisser- an Experimental Gastronomy initiative based in Amsterdam.
Richard Corbridge, Chief Information Officer of the HSE, Mary Fitzsimons and Colin Doherty, Epilepsy programme, Beaumont Hospital, Dr Aine Carroll, National Director, Clinical Programmes
On December 15, the Refugee Exclusion Act (Bill C-31) will be fully
implemented.
* Mandatory detention: Many refugees deemed "irregular arrivals" or
"smuggled", including children over the age of 16, will face mandatory
detention upon arrival. Migrants will become one of the largest growing
prison populations with Harper's prison expansion plan.
* Denial of access to justice: Many refugees will be barred from accessing
the Refugee Appeal Division and all refugees face even more restricted
access to justice including a bar on certain legal avenues. All refugees
will face onerously short time lines to file their claims.
* Denial of permanent residency: Even if actually accepted as refugees
under this stringent refugee system, many refugees will still be denied
access to permanent residency for a minimum of five years. While pathways
to permanent residency for refugees, family members, and skilled workers
are shrinking, the number of temporary migrant workers is increasing.
* Discriminatory two-tier system: Minister of Censorship and Deportation
Jason Kenney can arbitrarily and unilaterally deem certain countries as
“designated country of origin” i.e so-called safe countries that Canada
will quickly deport refugees to. These refugees will also be denied basic
and including emergency healthcare while in Canada.
Migration is a Human Right
We are very pleased to report the successful implementation of a running water project for Drokri (Herijiao) Community (Ninxiu (Nyin phyug) Township Town, Zeku (Rtse khog) County Town, Huangnan (Rma lho) Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai Province).
A contribution of 129,800RMB from the Rotary Club of Beijing and 15,065RMB from the Rotary Club of Muenchen Blutenburg, plus a local contribution of 86,280RMB, ensured clean water to 240 Tibetan residents (37 households).
Before the project, Drokri Community’s biggest problem was a lack of water. Locals had to travel 5 to 9 kilometers (6 to 7 hours) to water livestock and fetch drinking water. Fetching water was culturally assigned to women who carried 25 kg of water in plastic containers on a daily basis. Donkeys, motorcycles, old tires, and tractors were also used to haul water. Due to lack of adequate water, villagers rarely washed clothes and showered. Consequently, locals were vulnerable to illnesses caused by poor personal hygiene.
This project brought water to both local people and livestock and has solved environmental degradation problems in the community. Livestock were driven once every two days to the distant water source. Much grass was damaged and could not feed the livestock that lived on it. This resulted in villagers needing to buy grass to feed livestock, which reduced their annual income. Now, with multiple water taps in the community, livestock no longer travel far across grassland to a single water source.
Furthermore, conflict was common between neighbor families and communities due to sharing the water source between households. Locals easily became involved in serious fighting. However, this issue no longer exists as multiple water taps are available adjacent to local households.
During project implementation, the local water bureau provided support and facilitated challenges of project designs. Volunteers from the Rotary Club of Beijing, especially Regula Hwangma and Robert Xing, also contributed helpful insights in project design. Local community contributed both labor and cash for trench digging and engaged the project throughout implementation. Many local men also learned basic water maintenance skills such as connecting pipes and repair.
Finally, we sincerely thank you for bringing this great gift to us.
A rusty old harrow makes a contrast along a stretch of country road just north of East Stroudsburg, PA.
The implementation of National registration requires Australian and New Zealand Nurses and Midwives to perform annual Continuing Professional Development. They must also document evidence of skills acquisition, activities, reflection, identification and prioritisation of their learning needs in a portfolio.
With the global trend towards e-Portfolios, many higher education institutions encourage the use of e-Portfolios as a tool to enhance learning and demonstrate career development.
Nursing and Midwifery Portfolios: evidence of continuing competence 2e has been thoroughly revised with a focus on e-Portfolios to provide tools to structure, reflect, plan, develop and communicate professional achievements for nurses and midwives. A new chapter on Reflection highlights the value of including reflection within portfolios as a critical element towards addressing learning needs for individuals.
“Transport Decarbonisation: Driving Implementation” project members meeting at the ITF in Paris, France, to help identify ways to cut CO₂ emissions in three hard-to-decarbonise areas of transport: aviation, shipping and heavy-duty road freight. Their successful transition to a low- and ultimately zero-carbon operation is vital to achieving the international community’s climate goals.
Jefe de Estado preside suscripción de convenio para implementar Modelo de Servicio Educativo Superior Tecnológico de Excelencia.
“Transport Decarbonisation: Driving Implementation” project members meeting at the ITF in Paris, France, to help identify ways to cut CO₂ emissions in three hard-to-decarbonise areas of transport: aviation, shipping and heavy-duty road freight. Their successful transition to a low- and ultimately zero-carbon operation is vital to achieving the international community’s climate goals.
Harinder Kohli, Founding Director, President, and CEO of Centennial Group International during the Annual Meeting 2017 - Day 2 - Special Panel on Accelerating Implementation of the Bank’s Ten Years Strategy with the High 5s Agenda and on the ADF Policy Lab on May 23, 2017, at Mahatma Mandir Exhibition-cum-Convention Centre in Ahmedabad, India.
Con la finalidad de fortalecer la gestión de todas las entidades que forman parte del sector, el Ministerio de Educación (Minedu) ha implementado un sistema nacional de evaluación que será un instrumento de intercambio de información para mejorar la toma de decisiones y la resolución de problemas.
Así lo señaló hoy el viceministro de Gestión Institucional, Juan Pablo Silva, al inaugurar la sesión ordinaria del Primer Directorio de Gerentes de Desarrollo Social, Gerentes de Educación y Directores Regionales de Educación, realizada en Lima.
Foto: Luis Ruiz / Prensa Minedu
Backwards pencil + needle + wrapped in thread 'til the end of the needle. Effective. Though it looks ghetto to an extreme.
The implementation of the weather index insurance project by the FAO working with a private firm -ZimNat Insurance Company has helped a number of households in Goromonzi District. Here farmers receive their pay outs from ZimNat through the text cash mobile money platform which also offered them an opportunity to be part of the banking system.
© FAO/BELIEVE NYAKUDJARA - 2014
The Social Mobilization Implementing Partners Forum, supported by Government of Sierra Leone, NERC, and UN, brought partners together to recognize social mobilization achievements in the Ebola response and to agree on the way forward which was held at the Country Lodge in Freetown, 30th January, 2015.
The forum focused on the next phase of the Ebola response in the country.