In-depth guide to genotyping complex genomes By their very nature complex genomes are complex to analyse. This new ebook looks at different ways of tacklin

Researchers went 'bioprospecting' in marine microbes, looking for those that can perform helpful functions like eating plastic or generating antibiotics.

Boost aquaculture efficiency with advanced tools for precise genetic differentiation, pathogen detection, and real-time health monitoring. Enhance fish hea

Scientists have used whole genome sequencing data from Norwegian infants to identify a genetic variant that almost totally prevents jaundice in 1 in 8 ...

There are different theories of aging, and scientists have found various ways to measure biological age. Mutations that happen in DNA as a result of exposu

What influence does cannabis legalization, whether medical or recreational, have on mental health prescription medications? This is what a recent study pub

A new study suggests that molecular mechanisms triggered by low-dose carbon monoxide (CO) could slow the progression of Parkinson's disease (PD).

These novel insights will hopefully lead to better treatments for lupus patients, now that we may know why the body attacks itself in this disease.

Scientists have used whole genome sequencing data from Norwegian infants to identify a genetic variant that almost totally prevents jaundice in 1 in 8 ...

There are different theories of aging, and scientists have found various ways to measure biological age. Mutations that happen in DNA as a result of exposu

Microplate readers play a crucial role in the life sciences and biotechnology industry due to their ability to measure biological, biochemical or chemical

How can oceanic microbes help produce antibiotics? This is what a recent study published in Nature Communications hopes to address as a team of researchers

Labroots’ virtual events are excellent ways to connect with great people and collaborate on research within your field. These events have attendees f

For many people, getting chickenpox is a rite of passage in childhood. About 95% of people carry the virus that causes it, known as varicella zoster virus (VZV)

Prokaryotes are ancient, simple forms of life that include bacteria and archaea, and lack membrane-bound organelles.

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Researchers went 'bioprospecting' in marine microbes, looking for those that can perform helpful functions like eating plastic or generating antibiotics.

Boost aquaculture efficiency with advanced tools for precise genetic differentiation, pathogen detection, and real-time health monitoring. Enhance fish hea

All complex life on Earth, including plants and animals, are made up of eukaryotic cells, which are more sophisticated than bacterial or archaeal cells..

Dec 1, 2024, 6pm EST

Venezuelan Films in Spanish movie screening: Ninos de las Brisas. The film will be shown in Spanish with English subtitles.

This is the third of three Venezuelan movies that make up this semester's Films in Spanish, a Department of Romance Studies DEIJ initiative that brings focus to social justice issues in the Hispanic world through film screenings.

Film #1: Hermano, October 20
Film #2: La soledad, November 17

Previous editions of Films in Spanish (FIS) include: queer FIS, disability FIS, Jewish FIS, Indigenous FIS, and domestic service FIS.

Building: Olin Center
Campus Location: Medford/Somerville campus
City: Medford, MA 02155
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus
Location Details: Room 0011
Open to Public: Yes
Primary Audience(s): Students (Undergraduate)
Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar/Talk
Subject: Social Justice/Human Rights
Event Sponsor: School of Arts and Sciences
Event Sponsor Details: Department of Romance Studies
Event Admission: Free

Nov 21, 2024, 6pm EST

Join us in experiencing The Fight for Black Lives, a powerful documentary that explores whether the persistently higher rate of Black maternal and infant mortality is inevitable because it is “located in the inferior body of the negro” or preventable because it is located in “inferior social conditions.”

Panel discussion with experts to immediately follow.

Register now!

Building: Tufts Center for Medical Education
Campus Location: Boston Health Sciences campus
City: Boston, MA 02111
Campus: Boston Health Sciences campus
Location Details: Room 114
Wheelchair Accessible (for in-person events): Yes
Open to Public: Yes
Primary Audience(s): Alumni and Friends, Faculty, Parents, Postdoctoral Fellows, Staff, Students (Graduate), Students (Postdoctoral), Students (Undergraduate)
Event Type: Community Engagement, Conference/Panel Event/Symposium, Lecture/Presentation/Seminar/Talk
Subject: Diversity/Identity/Inclusive Excellence, Education, Health/Wellness, Medicine, Politics/Policy/Law, Science, Social Justice/Human Rights, Theater/Dance
Event Sponsor: School of Medicine
Event Sponsor Details: Center for Black Maternal Health and Reproductive Justice
Event Contact Name: Judith Jeanty
Event Contact Email: Judith.Jeanty@tufts.edu
Event Contact Phone: 617-636-3847
RSVP Information: secure.touchnet.net…
Event Admission: In-person or virtually
More info: secure.touchnet.net…

Nov 17, 2024, 6pm EST

Venezuelan Films in Spanish movie screening: La soledad. The film will be shown in Spanish with English subtitles.

This is the second of three Venezuelan movies that make up this semester's Films in Spanish, a Department of Romance Studies DEIJ initiative that brings focus to social justice issues in the Hispanic world through film screenings.

Film #1: Hermanos, October 20
Film #3: Ninos de las Brisas, December 1

Previous editions of Films in Spanish (FIS) include: queer FIS, disability FIS, Jewish FIS, Indigenous FIS, and domestic service FIS.

Building: Olin Center
Campus Location: Medford/Somerville campus
City: Medford, MA 02155
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus
Location Details: Room 0011
Open to Public: Yes
Primary Audience(s): Students (Undergraduate)
Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar/Talk
Subject: Social Justice/Human Rights
Event Sponsor: School of Arts and Sciences
Event Sponsor Details: Department of Romance Studies
Event Admission: Free

Nov 13, 2024, 12pm EST

Join us for an insightful and compassionate webinar that addresses the often-overlooked aspect of caregiving: the emotional challenges faced by those who selflessly care for their loved ones. This webinar aims to provide practical strategies, emotional support, and valuable insights to help caregivers navigate the complex terrain of emotions that accompany their caregiving journey.

Open to Public: No
Primary Audience(s): Faculty, Staff
Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar/Talk
Subject: Health/Wellness
Event Sponsor: Tufts University
Event Sponsor Details: Tufts University Human Resources
Event Contact Name: Tufts University Human Resources
RSVP Information: Register online at us06web.zoom.us…
More info: my.kgalifeservices.com…

Chatbots are software applications designed to provide a conversational speech based interface to Web sites and services. Brian will be able to answer questions on the Workshop and this year's Workshop location, Bath. [2006-05-12]

Tom Franklin will be giving a plenary talk on "There Is No Such Thing As A Silver Bullet: CMS And Portals Will Not Solve Your Problems!". This talk is a replacement for the plenary talk by Mike Taylor which was advertised previously. [2005-05-31]

Many thanks to Patrick Lauke, University of Salford for making available his IWMW 2005 photographs. These black and white photographs of the workshop are available from the Flickr service. [2005-07-27]

Web content is increasingly produced by authors without extensive web design skills - whether by staff using CMSs, VLEs and courseware or by students publishing their coursework online. The challenge of making sure this content is as accessible as possible becomes much more significant, and inevitably a burden on the individual or institution. The quality of the authoring tool in supporting accessible content creation becomes critical - however support for the W3C's Authoring Tool Accessibility Guidelines (ATAG) by authoring tool vendors seems to be seen as a specific (and usually low priority) customer request rather than a fundamental quality of the tool. For institutions considering selecting a VLE, CMS or other tool that supports web content publication, how can they best express accessibility requirements so that the tool takes its share of responsibility for accessible output? And if existing tools fall short of ATAG conformance, how can the effect of this on the accessibility of content best be managed? The session was facilitated by David Sloan, University of Dundee.

Peter Scott is the Head of the Centre for New Media in the Knowledge Media Institute of the Open University. CNM protypes the application of new technologies and media to learning at all levels. Peter's current research interests range widely across knowledge and media research. Three key threads at the moment are: telepresence; streaming media systems; and agent research. He has a BA (1983) and PhD (1987) in Psychology. Before joining the Open University in 1995, Dr Scott lectured in Psychology and Cognitive Science at the University of Sheffield. He has a textbook in each of these subjects. He has managed dozens of major grants, and has a bucketful of research publications. Dr Scott is on the board of the company Corous.Com, a wholly owned subsidiary of Open University World Wide Ltd., specializing in the development of corporate education and training portals. He has acted as an Internet consultant to a range of multinational corporations. He is also the managing director of WebSymposia Ltd, an Internet multimedia webcasting company.

A photograph of the bag which will be provided to IWMW 2007 delegates is now available. [2007-07-12]

Paul Booth is involved in the design, and administration of the DISinHE web site. His main interests lie in the Internet and its application. He is interested in ways of applying Internet technology while maintaining administration of the accessibility to all - without loosing visual appeal or technical prowess. Paul is the author of several award winning web sites, including "The Scotsman" newspaper's "Most Sussed" website has had involvement in writing sites for academic departments, students unions, commercial business and even an Access Centre. Paul gave a talk entitled "Accessibility".

After studying Applied Psychology and then Cognitive Science and Intelligent Computing, Stephen Emmott went on to lecture in both Artificial Intelligence and Psychology. After two academic years he ventured into the commercial world with jobs in the emerging 'New Media' industry: Easynet, Cyberia, Netmare and finally Webmedia where he spent his last year as project manager for Which? Online. He joined King's College London as Web Editor in September 1997 and is currently exploring content management using XML. Stephen gave a talk entitled "Events Online".

Debbie Nicholson, Web Support Officer, University of Essex will show how putting quality measures in place can prevent getting a brief for a Web design job that reads "not blue, a bit random, and not too Scottish". Don't laugh, this actually happened! This hands on session will get participants thinking about how they can introduce quality assurance procedures within the web design process. It will cover establishing a 'quality loop', creating measurable standards and will introduce ways to enable clients to be better informed about what they want from their new Web site.

David Burden, Managing Director, DADENLIMITED and Marieke Guy, UKOLN will consider questions like: Can chatbots make sites more accessible or do they break fundamental usability rules? Do users like them, or find them irritating or even patronising? Are they the next best thing or a 5 minute wonder? Can they really benefit the education sector? Can a chatbot ever really learn?