v IWMI’s new strategy shows the way forward for collective action on water security By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Mon, 03 Jun 2024 12:27:14 +0000 Strategy 2024–2030 sets course for the next stage of the organization’s research and innovation journey. The post IWMI’s new strategy shows the way forward for collective action on water security first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Press releases corporate strategy
v IWMI awarded for second consecutive year by the Project Management Institute in Sri Lanka By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Thu, 06 Jun 2024 04:09:37 +0000 The Climate Smart Governance (CSG) Dashboard is recognized for its contribution to national climate adaptation, planning and development. The post IWMI awarded for second consecutive year by the Project Management Institute in Sri Lanka first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article News climate governance digital innovation
v Aquaculture in small reservoirs in Ghana’s North-East Region By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Tue, 06 Aug 2024 06:18:29 +0000 The IWMI-led initiative is turning local dams into sources of growth and development. The post Aquaculture in small reservoirs in Ghana’s North-East Region first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Features aquaculture sustainable development
v IWMI is advancing use of high-res climate modeling for Middle East and North Africa’s small basins By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Wed, 14 Aug 2024 08:05:22 +0000 In a region battling worsening climate challenges, this groundbreaking, yet easily replicable climate forecasting model will transform local decision-making processes. The post IWMI is advancing use of high-res climate modeling for Middle East and North Africa’s small basins first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Features climate crisis hydrological and climate models
v A conversation with IWMI’s knowledge management team on enhancing agricultural research with FAO’s AGRIS and AGROVOC programs By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Wed, 04 Sep 2024 06:23:38 +0000 AGRIS is a comprehensive bibliographic database focused on agriculture and nutrition, while AGROVOC is a multilingual thesaurus covering a wide range of agricultural terms. The post A conversation with IWMI’s knowledge management team on enhancing agricultural research with FAO’s AGRIS and AGROVOC programs first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Features agriculture research knowledge management library publications
v What the attempts to clean the Seine reveal about water pollution worldwide By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Thu, 12 Sep 2024 02:30:00 +0000 Paris’s efforts highlight the difficulty cities face in cleaning waterways to preserve human, animal and ecosystem health. The post What the attempts to clean the Seine reveal about water pollution worldwide first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Features data monitoring water pollution water quality and health
v India Water Week 2024 underscores collective action for water security By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Wed, 02 Oct 2024 04:53:54 +0000 The forum explored the role of partnerships, technology and community engagement in securing India’s water resources. The post India Water Week 2024 underscores collective action for water security first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Features India Water Week 2024
v Dashboard to improve decision making on aquaculture expansion in Myanmar By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Wed, 16 Oct 2024 03:13:22 +0000 The Aquaculture Decision Support Tool shows climate hazards, suitability, land use and waterbodies, and supply and demand conditions. The post Dashboard to improve decision making on aquaculture expansion in Myanmar first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article News data & tools digital tool profile digital tools
v Partnerships the main driver at Cairo Water Week 2024 By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Mon, 04 Nov 2024 05:42:10 +0000 IWMI achieved a number of important milestones and showcased innovations for sustainable water management. The post Partnerships the main driver at Cairo Water Week 2024 first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article News cairo water week
v Data on continental-scale river discharge are crucial to address water demand By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 03:59:49 +0000 IWMI researchers assess the data gap, existing methods and technologies for river discharge estimation in Africa. The post Data on continental-scale river discharge are crucial to address water demand first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article News Climate change data & tools hydrological modeling
v IWMI is working with governments to build water resilience at COP29 By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Fri, 08 Nov 2024 08:46:00 +0000 IWMI women researchers are leading the way on actionable policy recommendations and implementation for water resource management. The post IWMI is working with governments to build water resilience at COP29 first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Features climate commitments climate negotiations COP29
v Severe summer weather ruins crops in Asia and Africa causing vegetable prices to skyrocket By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 07:55:55 +0000 Discover how IWMI researchers are using climate-smart agriculture to combat low crop yields in the Global South. The post Severe summer weather ruins crops in Asia and Africa causing vegetable prices to skyrocket first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Features Climate change climate smart agriculture floods and droughts
v Mental Effort: A Universal Struggle? By www.medindia.net Published On :: If someone says that thinking hurts, they might be right. Research published by the iAmerican Psychological Association/i indicates that medlinkmental Full Article
v Mental Health Services Expand Across India With Tele-MANAS By www.medindia.net Published On :: The national tele-mental health initiative in India was launched in October 2022 with the introduction of the Tele-MANAS toll-free number. Prataprao Jadhav, Full Article
v Zero Suicide Initiative to Support Youth After Suicidal Crises By www.medindia.net Published On :: As part of its Zero Suicide initiative, Nationwide Children's Hospital becomes the first pediatric hospital to adopt the Caring Contacts approach to support Full Article
v Machine Learning Model Revolutionizes Early Autism Detection By www.medindia.net Published On :: AutMedAI, a new medlinkmachine learning/medlink (ML) model, enhances early detection of medlinkAutism Spectrum Disorder/medlink (ASD) with minimal medical and background data. Full Article
v Hope Vs. Mindfulness: Impact on Stress Management By www.medindia.net Published On :: Hope tends to be more helpful than mindfulness in assisting people in managing their stress and maintaining their professional engagement during extended Full Article
v E-Cigarette Era: Depression Drives Teens to Vape By www.medindia.net Published On :: Australian high school students with severe medlinkdepression/medlink were more than twice as likely to be addicted to vaping e-cigarettes (medlinkelectronic Full Article
v Does Heavy Metal Cadmium Cause Memory Problems? By www.medindia.net Published On :: Cadmium, a heavy metal present in air, water, food, and soil, can affect mental health and cause memory problems, according to a new study. A new study Full Article
v Smartphone Addiction: A Growing Trend Among Sleep-Deprived and Cyberbullied Teens By www.medindia.net Published On :: Excessive smartphone use, lack of sleep, cyberbullying, and poor mental health are all interlinked issues affecting teens in today's digital era. Australian Full Article
v Suicide Risk in 80% of Transgender Youth Uncovered By www.medindia.net Published On :: Transgender and gender diverse (TGD) youth are over five times more likely to screen positive for medlinksuicide risk/medlink compared to cisgender Full Article
v Reality of Stigma Against LGBTQ Individuals By www.medindia.net Published On :: The medlinkLGBTQ/medlink individuals experience less stigma than anticipated, while people with mental health conditions continue to encounter greater Full Article
v Virtual Therapy Helps Manage Depression and Anxiety By www.medindia.net Published On :: Remote video consultations with medlinkmental health/medlink specialists lead to a small yet meaningful improvement in symptoms of depression and anxiety (!--ref1--). Full Article
v Adolescent Migrants: Increased Vulnerability to Psychosis By www.medindia.net Published On :: medlinkMigration/medlink can be an important risk factor in developing psychosis. The incidences of medlinkpsychotic disorder/medlink are greater Full Article
v Imagery Rescripting: New tool for Overcoming Hoarding disorder By www.medindia.net Published On :: A new study suggests that rehearsing alternative outcomes of discarding through imagery rescripting may be a promising treatment strategy for individuals with hoarding disorder (!--ref1--). Full Article
v Exploring the Genetic Roots of Adolescent Behavior and Mental Health By www.medindia.net Published On :: At Washington University in St. Louis, researchers used a comprehensive strategy to investigate how genetics affect youth behavior. By collecting a wide Full Article
v Indian Employees See Real Gains from Mental Health Initiatives at Work By www.medindia.net Published On :: A survey found that 39% of the Indian workforce has benefited from their company's mental health programs. These programs are helping employees improve Full Article
v Why Depression Heightens Negative Experience? By www.medindia.net Published On :: Depression changes brain circuits, over-activating neurons for negative stimuli and suppressing those for positive experiences as found by scientists Full Article
v ADHD in Adulthood: Personal Stories and the Need for Evolving Guidelines By www.medindia.net Published On :: h2From Character Flaws to Neurodivergence: Jia Sung's Journey to ADHD Diagnosis/h2 As a child, Jia Sung faced challenges in school. Her report cards Full Article
v From Dawn to Dusk: How Gut Microbes Regulate Stress Levels? By www.medindia.net Published On :: A groundbreaking study has revealed the essential role of gut microbiota in managing stress responses through its interaction with the body's circadian rhythms. Full Article
v Excessive Daytime Sleepiness: A Red Flag for Pre-Dementia Syndrome By www.medindia.net Published On :: Older people who feel sleepy during the day or show a lack of interest in activities due to sleep problems may be at a higher risk of developing a syndrome Full Article
v Cause and Effect | ‘Scientist’s job isn’t to negotiate, but to give evidence to govts’: Aditi Mukherji, IWMI By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Fri, 28 Jul 2023 08:55:24 +0000 The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, or IPCC, convened for a four-day session on Tuesday to begin the next round of what is known as the assessment cycle. The post Cause and Effect | ‘Scientist’s job isn’t to negotiate, but to give evidence to govts’: Aditi Mukherji, IWMI first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media aditi mukherji
v Decision Making On Scientific Data For Improved Water Resource Management Critical: IWMI By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Fri, 28 Jul 2023 08:59:20 +0000 This training was conducted through the World Bank funded Balochistan Integrated Water Resources Management and Development Project (BIWRMDP). The post Decision Making On Scientific Data For Improved Water Resource Management Critical: IWMI first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media mohsin hafeez
v Irrigation for rural development By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Wed, 02 Aug 2023 16:39:14 +0000 IWMI researchers call for careful planning, environmentally responsible water management and active community participation to ensure long-term success of irrigation projects in Nepal. The post Irrigation for rural development first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media tikaram adhikari
v El Niño event declared; impacts on countries in Southern Africa expected By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Tue, 08 Aug 2023 04:34:52 +0000 IWMI and CIMMYT call for action as multiple climate prediction centers concur that this El Niño event will reach a “strong” category in the northern hemisphere by the winter of 2023-24. The post El Niño event declared; impacts on countries in Southern Africa expected first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media cimmyt el niño limpopo basin malawi
v Youth seek climate-smart agri-solutions in innovation challenge By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:12:06 +0000 In celebration of International Youth Day, IWMI and BongoHive hosted a Demonstration Day in partnership with the Accelerating Impacts of CGIAR Climate Research in Africa (AICCRA) project in Zambia. The post Youth seek climate-smart agri-solutions in innovation challenge first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media inga jacobs-mata mirriam makungwe
v Save Water Save Money — Farmers In Odisha & Assam Benefit From Micro Irrigation Systems By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Wed, 16 Aug 2023 07:56:42 +0000 The 'Resilience' project, implemented by IWMI, aims to enhance the adoption of efficient micro irrigation systems, including sprinklers and drip irrigation, among smallholder farmers in the Indian states of Odisha and Assam. The post Save Water Save Money — Farmers In Odisha & Assam Benefit From Micro Irrigation Systems first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media assam cuttack ganjam golaghat odisha sivasagar smaranika mahapatra
v Indus to become ‘a seasonal river’ by 2050 if glaciers continue melting By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Tue, 29 Aug 2023 04:39:04 +0000 At an event co-hosted by IWMI and USAID, experts warn that rapid melting of glaciers in Pakistan's north could turn the Indus River seasonal, endangering 240 million lives. The post Indus to become ‘a seasonal river’ by 2050 if glaciers continue melting first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media azeem shah glaciers khadija begum novaira junaid shahid iqbal
v Seeds of Change: Navigating climate-induced challenges in farming and everyday life By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Fri, 22 Sep 2023 11:06:23 +0000 The seminar, organized by IWMI, looked at how climate change threatens Pakistan's agriculture-dependent economy, requiring adaptive measures like flood protection, drought-resistant crops, and public awareness. The post Seeds of Change: Navigating climate-induced challenges in farming and everyday life first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media muhammad tousif bhatti
v For everything to function, people need water By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Mon, 25 Sep 2023 06:55:04 +0000 IWMI supports research, such as hydro-geologist Maduo Dingalo's work on transboundary aquifers, which is looking to identify potential borehole sites to supply water to vulnerable communities. The post For everything to function, people need water first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media
v IWMI’s WRAP program to improve water governance in Pakistan By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Tue, 03 Oct 2023 05:59:51 +0000 IWMI Pakistan, with UKaid support, leads the WRAP program to address Pakistan's water challenges, improve management, and data collection. The post IWMI’s WRAP program to improve water governance in Pakistan first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media kanwal waqar mohsin hafeez
v How to harvest water from clouds of fog By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Fri, 13 Oct 2023 09:33:08 +0000 IWMI's Deputy Director General, Rachael McDonnell, spoke to NPR's Goats and Soda about fog harvesting, a traditional technique that is now being expanded. The post How to harvest water from clouds of fog first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media atmospheric water fog harvesting water scarcity
v Application with Geo-Goviya information system launched By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Fri, 20 Oct 2023 08:38:56 +0000 The new application, supported by IWMI, includes information about Sri Lanka’s land use, quantity of paddy land, number of farmers, land cultivated in one season and available yield, and emergency agricultural information. The post Application with Geo-Goviya information system launched first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media
v First book on Pak-Afghan shared waters unveiled in Islamabad By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Thu, 02 Nov 2023 04:14:34 +0000 "Afghanistan-Pakistan Shared Waters: State of the Basins" was funded by USAID through the Water Management for Enhanced Productivity program, implemented by IWMI. The post First book on Pak-Afghan shared waters unveiled in Islamabad first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media
v IWMI, IFPRI to transform Indus Basin for Sustainable Development Goals By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Wed, 15 Nov 2023 04:45:19 +0000 IWMI and IFPRI have joined forces to transform food, land, and water systems in the Indus Basin, aiming to enhance water productivity and advance SDGs. The post IWMI, IFPRI to transform Indus Basin for Sustainable Development Goals first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media
v Humming a new tune on World Toilet Day: Creating value through brown gold By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Fri, 24 Nov 2023 04:26:38 +0000 Work by IDS and partners, including IWMI, has looked at urban sanitation challenges in Nepal, India, Ethiopia and Ghana. The post Humming a new tune on World Toilet Day: Creating value through brown gold first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media
v IWMI announces development of a new, Google supported tool that will harness AI and satellite data for water reuse in the Middle East and North Africa By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Mon, 27 Nov 2023 03:57:05 +0000 IWMI will also develop an online dashboard that will provide accessible and comprehensive information on wastewater generation and recycling potential in Egypt, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. The post IWMI announces development of a new, Google supported tool that will harness AI and satellite data for water reuse in the Middle East and North Africa first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media AI water reuse
v IWMI unveils Google-backed AI tool for water reuse in MENA By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Mon, 27 Nov 2023 05:20:54 +0000 Researchers at IWMI will develop e-ReWater, a platform powered by artificial intelligence and earth observation data which uses remote sensing technologies to monitor land, seas and the atmosphere. The post IWMI unveils Google-backed AI tool for water reuse in MENA first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media AI water reuse
v IWMI announces development of a new, Google supported tool that will harness AI and satellite data for water reuse in the Middle East and North Africa By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Mon, 27 Nov 2023 05:33:05 +0000 The platform will use remote sensing technologies to monitor land, seas and the atmosphere. The post IWMI announces development of a new, Google supported tool that will harness AI and satellite data for water reuse in the Middle East and North Africa first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media AI water reuse
v AI to help drive Middle East water reuse By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Mon, 27 Nov 2023 05:44:26 +0000 IWMI is developing an AI platform to improve wastewater reuse in the Middle East and North Africa region, backed by a $1 million grant from Google. The post AI to help drive Middle East water reuse first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media AI water reuse