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Washington Information Directory is the essential one-stop source
for information on U.S. governmental and nongovernmental agencies
and organizations. WID provides capsule descriptions that help
users quickly and easily find the right person at the right
organization. WID also features up-to-date contact information for
the high-level advisory positions or "czar" appointed by President
Obama that oversee: The auto industry Green energy Health-care
Technology Stimulus accountability WID provides contact information
for: Congress and federal agencies Nongovernmental organizations
Policy groups, foundations, and institutions Governors and other
state officials U.S. ambassadors and foreign diplomats
Waterlow's annual Solicitors' and Barristers' Directory is the
principal reference for legal professionals in England and Wales
Obtain detailed listings for legal professionals, firms and
chambers in a well-indexed, easy to cross-reference directory.
The twenty-fourth edition of this essential reference work covers
2,000 grant-making charities, each with the potential to give at
least GBP40,000 in total per year, collectively giving around GBP4
billion. With fully updated information supplied by the grantmaking
charities themselves, the entries include: geographical area
supported; concise contact details; what is and what is not funded;
type and range of grants made; examples of recent beneficiaries.
The extensive indexes - by geographical area, field of interest and
type of beneficiary, and type of grant - allow users to target the
trusts that are most relevant to their needs.
Exhaustively researched and updated, South Asia 2020 is an in-depth
library of information on the countries and territories of this
vast world region. General Survey Essays by specialists examine
issues of regional importance. Country Surveys Individual chapters
on each country, containing: - essays on the geography, recent
history and economy of each nation - up-to-date statistical surveys
of economic and social indicators - a comprehensive directory
providing contact details and other useful information for the most
significant political and commercial institutions. In addition,
there are separate sections covering each of the states and
territories of India. Regional Information - detailed coverage of
international organizations and their recent activities in South
Asia - information on research institutes engaged in the study of
the region - a survey of the major commodities of South Asia -
bibliographies of relevant books and periodicals. Additional
features - biographical profiles of almost 300 prominent
individuals in the region.
The Compendium of more than 100 company profiles provides a
comprehensive overview of suppliers of adhesive raw materials and
adhesives as well as equipment suppliers, research facilities and
service providers — supplemented by the latest legislation,
European standards, testing methods and statistical overviews. The
new "Adhesives Technology Compendium 2017", the English-language
version of the well-known "Handbuch Klebtechnik", is being
published in annual alternation with the German printed version,
enabling all those involved in adhesives throughout the world to
find the very latest information on the products and services of
the German adhesives industry. In addition to the printed version
of "Adhesives Technology Compendium 2017", the contents of the
compendium are also available in a virtual form as an e-book at
http://www.adhesivetechnologycompendium.de/. Keyword search
functions and bookmark functions enable decision-makers from all
over the world to obtain a fast and targeted overview of important
companies operating in the field of adhesives technology. The logos
that appear together with the individual company profiles are
directly linked to the company websites.
For over fifty years anyone needing information on British and
Irish libraries has turned to Libraries and Information Services in
the UK and the Republic of Ireland for the answer. This newly
updated directory lists over 2000 libraries and other services in
the United Kingdom, the Channel Islands, the Isle of Man and the
Republic of Ireland, with contact names, addresses, telephone and
fax numbers, email addresses and URLs. The listing is broken down
into the following main categories, fully indexed alphabetically:
Public library authorities, with entries for headquarters libraries
plus the main administrative, divisional, area and regional
Universities and institutes of higher education and other
degree-awarding institutions, with entries for major departmental
and site/campus libraries Selected government, national and special
libraries, together with schools and departments of information and
library studies.
Originally published by Stevenson, Inc., this practical resource
profiles over one hundred successful and profitable events for
nonprofit organizations. Examples of events profiled include: *
Donor luncheons * Community hospital days * Award ceremonies *
Fundraising auctions * Holiday events * Student dances * Cocktail
parties * Home tours * Athletic events * Boutiques partnerships *
Extreme fundraising events * Gambling events * Galas * College
nights * Women s nights * Singles events * Family-oriented events *
Fashion shows * Antique shows * Black-tie events Please note that
some content featured in the original version of this title has
been removed in this published version due to permissions issues.
PASA's Guide to Publishing in South Africa 2021 provides an
overview of the South African publishing industry and the latest
developments, including digital publishing, in the various sectors:
Education, Academic, Scholarly, Trade and TVET. This, together with
a comprehensive list of training providers and industry-related
bodies, including government department contacts, and a list of
international, African and local book fairs and festivals, will
enable publishing staff to make informed decisions about publishing
trends and issues, marketing opportunities and training providers.
Publishers, marketing staff and authors should also engage with the
section on selling international rights, written by an
international expert in the field, to maximise the potential of
their publications. Academics and (potential) authors should find
the sections on intellectual property and copyright, and
information on 'how to get published' and key publishing and design
terms, particularly useful. The comprehensive PASA membership
directory and index of publishers, their imprints and agencies, and
their areas of speciality, should prove to be invaluable to
booksellers, librarians and academics alike.
The Armed Conflict Survey 2022 provides an exhaustive review of the
political, military and humanitarian dimensions of 33 active armed
conflicts globally in the period from 1 March 2021 to 30 April
2022. The review is complemented by a strategic analysis of
national, regional and global drivers and conflict outlooks,
providing unique insights into the geopolitical and geo-economic
threads linking conflicts across the world, as well as into
emerging flashpoints and political risks. This edition includes a
special feature on climate security given the increasingly urgent
need to understand the complex interlinkages between climate
change, climate vulnerability and conflict amid accelerating global
warming. Reflecting the growing importance of geopolitical factors
in the current global conflict landscape, The Armed Conflict Survey
2022 features the IISS Armed Conflict Global Relevance Indicator,
which compares the global relevance of armed conflicts in terms of
their geopolitical impact, as well as their human impact and
intensity. This edition also includes maps, infographics and key
statistics, as well as the accompanying Chart of Armed Conflict.
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Now in its 70th edition, The Europa World of Learning is one of the
world's leading reference works. Updated to the highest editorial
standards, entries are sourced directly from the organizations to
ensure accurate and reliable information. The accreditation status
of every university and college is verified before its entry is
approved. Every type of academic institution is covered, including
over: 7,800 universities and colleges 5,800 research institutes
3,400 museums and art galleries 5,000 learned societies 3,600
libraries and archives 850 regulatory and representative bodies
Separate chapters for countries from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe each
feature an introductory survey of the country's higher education
system. A separate section covers international organizations
concerned with higher education and scholarship. Subscribers may
download these online at www.worldoflearning.com alongside an
archive of essays from past editions.
The definitive one-volume guide to all sub-Saharan African
countries, providing invaluable economic, political, statistical
and directory data. General Survey Thoroughly revised and updated
analytical articles written by experts on the region and covering
both continent-wide and sub-regional issues. Country Surveys
Individual chapters on every country incorporating: essays on the
physical and social geography, recent history and economies an
extensive statistical survey of economic indicators a full
directory containing names, addresses and contact details for key
areas such as the government, diplomatic representation, the media,
finance, trade and industry, and defence a useful bibliography,
providing sources for further research. Regional Information
Detailed information on regional organizations; commodities;
research institutes; and select bibliographies of books and
periodicals.
Washington Information Directory is the essential one-stop source
for information on U.S. governmental and nongovernmental agencies
and organizations. This thoroughly researched guide provides
capsule descriptions that help users quickly and easily find the
right person at the right organization. Washington Information
Directory offers three easy ways to find information: by name, by
organization, and through detailed subject indexes. It also
includes dozens of resource boxes on particular topics and
organization charts for federal agencies and NGOs. With more than
10,000 listings, the 2015- 2016 edition of Washington Information
Directory features concise organization descriptions and contact
information for: Federal departments and agencies Congressional
members, committees, and organizations Nongovernmental and
international organizations Courts and judiciary organizations As
well as contact information for: Governors and other state
officials U.S. ambassadors and foreign diplomats NEW to this
edition! Over 150 federal and nongovernmental organizations which
were not previously included Listing of contacts for nearly 200
House and Senate caucuses
Advances in Fluorine Science presents critical multidisciplinary
overviews for areas in which fluorine and fluoride compounds have a
decisive impact. The individual volumes of Advances in Fluorine
Science are thematic, addressing comprehensively both the science
and applications on topics including the Environment, Green
chemistry, Medicine, Health & Life Sciences, New Technologies
& Materials Science, Energy and the Earth Sciences.
For each subject the contributors will clearly inform the reader on
the nature of the problem (if any) and on the solutions, combining
knowledge from different scientific disciplines, that have been
proposed to solve each issue.
This volume covers a wide scope of important issues about our
atmospheric environment and contains contributions from both
chemists and environmental scientists. Articles review the origin
of fluorine-emissions either from natural or anthropogenic origin;
the chemistry of fluorine- and halogen-based species in the
atmosphere; the monitoring and characterization of atmospheric
pollutants; new generations of halocarbons and improved destruction
procedures of banned CFCs; the role of fluorides within both our
geosphere: volcanic magmas and natural fluorine emissions, and
effects on our biosphere: life cycle, plants and animals.
* Examines the role of fluorine and fluoride products in our
environment: from the geosphere to the atmosphere through the
biosphere
* Discusses the efforts of scientists and industry groups towards
the improvement of environmental and sustainability issues
* Multidisciplinary contributions from chemists, geologists,
biologists, environmentalists and industry staffs
Now in its sixty-fifth edition, this title continues to provide the
most up-to-date geopolitical and economic information for this
important world area. Key Features: - covers the Middle East and
North Africa from Algeria to Yemen - includes topical contributions
from acknowledged experts on regional affairs - accurately and
impartially records the latest political and economic developments
- provides comprehensive data on all major organizations active in
the countries of the region. General Survey - introductory essays
cover a wide range of topics relating to the region as a whole.
Country Surveys Individual chapters on each country incorporating:
- essays on the physical and social geography, recent history and
economy - an extensive statistical survey of economic and social
indicators, which include area and population, health and welfare,
agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining, industry, finance, trade,
transport, tourism, communications media and education - a full
directory with names, addresses and contact details covering the
constitution, government, legislature, political organizations,
election commissions, diplomatic representation, judiciary,
religious groups, the media, finance, trade and industry (including
petroleum and natural gas), tourism, defence and education - a
country-specific bibliography, providing suggestions for further
research. Regional Information - includes all major international
organizations active in the Middle East and North Africa; research
institutes specializing in the region; and select bibliographies of
books and periodicals.
Now in its 69th edition, The Europa World of Learning is one of the
world's leading reference works. Updated to the highest editorial
standards, entries are sourced directly from the organizations to
ensure accurate and reliable information. The accreditation status
of every university and college is verified before its entry is
approved. Every type of academic institution is covered, including
over: 7,800 universities and colleges 5,800 research institutes
3,400 museums and art galleries 5,000 learned societies 3,600
libraries and archives 850 regulatory and representative bodies
Separate chapters for countries from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe each
feature an introductory survey of the country's higher education
system. A separate section covers international organizations
concerned with higher education and scholarship. Subscribers may
download these online at www.worldoflearning.com alongside an
archive of essays from past editions.
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