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Trends in Science and Technology Relevant to the Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention

Summary of an International Workshop

By: National Research Council,International Union of Microbiological Societies,International Union of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology,IAPâ¬"The Global Network of Science Academies,Chinese Academy of Sciences

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Trends in Science and Technology Relevant to the Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention

Summary of an International Workshop

This report offers a summary of the substantive presentations during an international workshop, Trends in Science and Technology Relevant to the Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention, held October 31 - November 3, 2010 at the Institute of Biophysics of the Chinese Academy of Sciences. It is meant to provide scientists and other technical experts with factual information about the range and variety of topics discussed at the workshop, which may be of interest to national governments and non-governmental organizations as they begin to prepare for the 7th Review Conference of the Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention (BWC) in 2011. The Beijing workshop reflected the continuing engagement by national academies international scientific organizations, and individual scientists and engineers in considering the biosecurity implications of developments in the life sciences and assessing trends in science and technology (S&T) relevant to nonproliferation. The workshop provided an opportunity for the scientific community to discuss the implications of relevant developments in S&T for multiple aspects of the BWC. Trends in Science and Technology Relevant to the Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention follows the structure of the plenary sessions at the workshop. It begins with introductory material about the BWC and current examples of the types and modes of science advice available to the BWC and other international nonproliferation and disarmament agreements, in particular the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC). This report includes only a very brief description of the some of the post-presentation discussions held during the plenary sessions - and does not include an account of the small breakout groups - since these were intended to inform the committee's finding and conclusions and will be reflected in the final report.

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0309209323

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Growing Populations, Changing Landscapes

Studies from India, China, and the United States

By: National Academy of Sciences,Chinese Academy of Sciences,Indian National Science Academy

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Growing Populations, Changing Landscapes

Studies from India, China, and the United States

By: National Academy of Sciences,Chinese Academy of Sciences,Indian National Science Academy

As the world's population exceeds an incredible 6 billion people, governmentsâ€"and scientistsâ€"everywhere are concerned about the prospects for sustainable development. The science academies of the three most populous countries have joined forces in an unprecedented effort to understand the linkage between population growth and land-use change, and its implications for the future. By examining six sites ranging from agricultural to intensely urban to areas in transition, the multinational study panel asks how population growth and consumption directly cause land-use change, and explore the general nature of the forces driving the transformations. Growing Populations, Changing Landscapes explains how disparate government policies with unintended consequences and globalization effects that link local land-use changes to consumption patterns and labor policies in distant countries can be far more influential than simple numerical population increases. Recognizing the importance of these linkages can be a significant step toward more effective environmental management.

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0309170729

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Life Sciences and Related Fields

Trends Relevant to the Biological Weapons Convention

By: International Union of Microbiological Societies,International Union of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology,IAPâ¬"The Global Network of Science Academies,Chinese Academy of Sciences,National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Life Sciences,Committee on Trends in Science and Technology Relevant to the Biological Weapons Convention: An International Workshop

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Life Sciences and Related Fields

Trends Relevant to the Biological Weapons Convention

During the last decade, national and international scientific organizations have become increasingly engaged in considering how to respond to the biosecurity implications of developments in the life sciences and in assessing trends in science and technology (S&T) relevant to biological and chemical weapons nonproliferation. The latest example is an international workshop, Trends in Science and Technology Relevant to the Biological Weapons Convention, held October 31 - November 3, 2010 at the Institute of Biophysics of the Chinese Academy of Sciences in Beijing. Life Sciences and Related Fields summarizes the workshop, plenary, and breakout discussion sessions held during this convention. Given the immense diversity of current research and development, the report is only able to provide an overview of the areas of science and technology the committee believes are potentially relevant to the future of the Biological and Toxic Weapons Convention (BWC), although there is an effort to identify areas that seemed particularly ripe for further exploration and analysis. The report offers findings and conclusions organized around three fundamental and frequently cited trends in S&T that affect the scope and operation of the convention: The rapid pace of change in the life sciences and related fields; The increasing diffusion of life sciences research capacity and its applications, both internationally and beyond traditional research institutions; and The extent to which additional scientific and technical disciplines beyond biology are increasingly involved in life sciences research. The report does not make recommendations about policy options to respond to the implications of the identified trends. The choice of such responses rests with the 164 States Parties to the Convention, who must take into account multiple factors beyond the project's focus on the state of the science.

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National Academies Press

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0309210712

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9780309210713

Cooperation in the Energy Futures of China and the United States

By: Chinese Academy of Engineering,Chinese Academy of Sciences,National Research Council

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Cooperation in the Energy Futures of China and the United States

By: Chinese Academy of Engineering,Chinese Academy of Sciences,National Research Council

Today we recognize the importance of the pending transition in energy resource utilization in the coming century. Two major players in this transition will be two of the world's superpowersâ€"China and the United States. Cooperation in the Energy Futures of China and the United States focuses on collaborative opportunities to provide affordable, clean energy for economic growth and social development, to minimize future energy concerns, environmental threats to our global society, and the health and economic impacts on energy production and use.

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0309068878

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Preparing for the Challenges of Population Aging in Asia

Strengthening the Scientific Basis of Policy Development

By: Science Council of Japan,National Research Council,Indonesian Academy of Sciences,Chinese Academy of Social Sciences

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Preparing for the Challenges of Population Aging in Asia

Strengthening the Scientific Basis of Policy Development

By: Science Council of Japan,National Research Council,Indonesian Academy of Sciences,Chinese Academy of Social Sciences

Preparing for the Challenges of Population Aging in Asia discusses the challenges posed by a rapidly aging population and identifies needed research to help policymakers better respond to them. While the percentage of elderly people in nearly every nation is growing, this aging trend is particularly stark in parts of Asia. Projections indicate that the portion of the population age 65 and older will more than triple in China, India, and Indonesia and more than double in Japan between 2000 and 2050, based on data from the United Nations. Moreover, this demographic shift is coinciding with dramatic economic and social changes in Asia, including changing family structures and large-scale migrations from rural to urban areas. These trends raise critical questions about how nations can develop policies that best support health and economic well-being in large and growing populations at older ages. Governments in Asia still have time to determine the best ways to respond to the unfolding demographic transformation, but taking advantage of this window of opportunity will require new research to shed light on the status and needs of the aging population. Currently the research base on aging in this region is relatively underdeveloped. This book identifies several key topics for research to inform public policy, including changing roles in the family; labor force participation, income, and savings; and health and well-being of the public.

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0309159377

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9780309159371

English-Chinese, Chinese-English Nuclear Security Glossary

By: Chinese Scientists Group on Arms Control, Chinese People's Association for Peace and Disarmament,National Research Council,Policy and Global Affairs,Committee on International Security and Arms Control,Committee on the U.S.-Chinese Glossary of Nuclear Security Terms

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English-Chinese, Chinese-English Nuclear Security Glossary

The U.S. National Academies Committee on International Security and Arms Control (CISAC) and the Chinese Scientists Group on Arms Control (CSGAC) of the Chinese People's Association for Peace and Disarmament have jointly produced a Chinese - English English - Chinese Nuclear Security Glossary. This glossary of approximately 1000 terms is built on 20 years of joint discussions on nuclear arms control, nuclear nonproliferation, nuclear energy, and regional security issues and is intended to remove barriers to progress in exchanges and diplomatic, cooperative, or other activities where unambiguous understanding is essential.

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0309119316

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China Internet Development Report 2018

Blue Book of World Internet Conference

By: Chinese Academy of Cyberspace Studies

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China Internet Development Report 2018

Blue Book of World Internet Conference

By: Chinese Academy of Cyberspace Studies

This book is an important outcome of the Fifth World Internet Conference. It provides a comprehensive review of China’s Internet development, especially the new practice and achievement in 2018. And it offers a systematic account of China’s experience in Internet development and governance. This year, the book improves China’s Internet Development Index System, optimizes the algorithm model, and enhances data collection, to assess and reflect Internet development more comprehensively, objectively and scientifically.

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Springer Nature

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9811540438

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The Power of Renewables

Opportunities and Challenges for China and the United States

By: Chinese Academy of Engineering,Chinese Academy of Sciences,National Research Council,National Academy of Engineering,Policy and Global Affairs,Committee on U.S.-China Cooperation on Electricity from Renewable Resources

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The Power of Renewables

Opportunities and Challenges for China and the United States

The United States and China are the world's top two energy consumers and, as of 2010, the two largest economies. Consequently, they have a decisive role to play in the world's clean energy future. Both countries are also motivated by related goals, namely diversified energy portfolios, job creation, energy security, and pollution reduction, making renewable energy development an important strategy with wide-ranging implications. Given the size of their energy markets, any substantial progress the two countries make in advancing use of renewable energy will provide global benefits, in terms of enhanced technological understanding, reduced costs through expanded deployment, and reduced greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions relative to conventional generation from fossil fuels. Within this context, the U.S. National Academies, in collaboration with the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) and Chinese Academy of Engineering (CAE), reviewed renewable energy development and deployment in the two countries, to highlight prospects for collaboration across the research to deployment chain and to suggest strategies which would promote more rapid and economical attainment of renewable energy goals. Main findings and concerning renewable resource assessments, technology development, environmental impacts, market infrastructure, among others, are presented. Specific recommendations have been limited to those judged to be most likely to accelerate the pace of deployment, increase cost-competitiveness, or shape the future market for renewable energy. The recommendations presented here are also pragmatic and achievable.

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0309160006

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9780309160001

All About Chinese Culture

An Illustrated Story of China in 10 Cultural Relics

By: The Chinese Academy of History

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All About Chinese Culture

An Illustrated Story of China in 10 Cultural Relics

By: The Chinese Academy of History

This book invites senior experts and scholars from the fields of Chinese archaeology and history to describe ten influential “national treasure-level” cultural antiquities. Spanning from the Neolithic Age to modernity and with content ranging from the origin of civilizations to the red cultural relics, the book covers cultural antiquities, including: the Clay Figurine, the Painted Pottery Plate with Coiling Long Pattern (from the Neolithic Period), the Turquoise-inlaid and Long-shaped Bronze Object (of the Xia Dynasty), the Ivory Goblet Inlaid with Turquoise (of the Shang Dynasty), the He Zun (Ritual Wine Vessel), the Ox-shaped Zun (Wine Vessel), the Arm Protector with Animal and Clouds (and embroidered with the Chinese characters meaning “five stars appear in the East, which is a sign of Chinese victory over the Qiang”), the Beast-head-shaped Agate Cup (of the Tang Dynasty), the Imperial Gilt Gold Mesh Crown with Two Upright Wings (of the Ming Dynasty), etc. The text features not only scientific rigor but is also enjoyable to read and thought-provoking.

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9819934516

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9789819934515

Personal Cars and China

By: Chinese Academy of Engineering,National Academy of Engineering,National Research Council,Policy and Global Affairs,Development, Security, and Cooperation

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Personal Cars and China

By: Chinese Academy of Engineering,National Academy of Engineering,National Research Council,Policy and Global Affairs,Development, Security, and Cooperation

This collaborative study between the NRC and the Chinese Academy of Engineering (CAE) addresses the problems facing China in the next twenty years as it attempts to provide personal transport desired by millions of Chinese, while preserving the environment and the livability of its cities. According to Song Jian, president of the CAE, the decision has already been taken to produce a moderate cost family car in China, which will greatly increase the number of vehicles on the roads. This study explores the issues confronting the country, including health issues, the challenge to urban areas, particularly the growing number of megacities, environmental protection, infrastructure requirements, and technological options for Chinese vehicles. It draws on the experience of the United States and other countries and review model approaches to urban transportation and land use planning. Recommendations and policy choices for China are described in detail.

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030908492X

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9780309084925

Energy Futures and Urban Air Pollution

Challenges for China and the United States

By: Chinese Academy of Sciences,Chinese Academy of Engineering,National Research Council,National Academy of Engineering,Policy and Global Affairs,Development, Security, and Cooperation,Committee on Energy Futures and Air Pollution in Urban China and the United States

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Energy Futures and Urban Air Pollution

Challenges for China and the United States

The United States and China are the top two energy consumers in the world. As a consequence, they are also the top two emitters of numerous air pollutants which have local, regional, and global impacts. Urbanization has led to serious air pollution problems in U.S. and Chinese cities; although U.S. cities continues to face challenges, the lessons they have learned in managing energy use and air quality are relevant to the Chinese experience. This report summarizes current trends, profiles two U.S. and two Chinese cities, and recommends key actions to enable each country to continue to improve urban air quality.

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0309178835

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9780309178839

Urbanization, Energy, and Air Pollution in China

The Challenges Ahead: Proceedings of a Symposium

By: Chinese Academy of Sciences,Chinese Academy of Engineering,National Academy of Engineering,National Research Council,Policy and Global Affairs,Development, Security, and Cooperation

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Urbanization, Energy, and Air Pollution in China

The Challenges Ahead: Proceedings of a Symposium

By: Chinese Academy of Sciences,Chinese Academy of Engineering,National Academy of Engineering,National Research Council,Policy and Global Affairs,Development, Security, and Cooperation

In October 2003, a group of experts met in Beijing under the auspices of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, Chinese Academy of Engineering, and National Academy of Engineering (NAE)/National Research Council (NRC) of the National Academies to continue a dialogue and eventually chart a rational course of energy use in China. This collection of papers is intended to introduce the reader to the complicated problems of urban air pollution and energy choices in China.

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0309182123

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Trends in Science and Technology Relevant to the Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention

Trends in Science and Technology Relevant to the Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention

Growing Populations, Changing Landscapes

Growing Populations, Changing Landscapes

Life Sciences and Related Fields

Life Sciences and Related Fields

Cooperation in the Energy Futures of China and the United States

Cooperation in the Energy Futures of China and the United States

Preparing for the Challenges of Population Aging in Asia

Preparing for the Challenges of Population Aging in Asia

English-Chinese, Chinese-English Nuclear Security Glossary

English-Chinese, Chinese-English Nuclear Security Glossary

China Internet Development Report 2018

China Internet Development Report 2018

The Power of Renewables

The Power of Renewables

All About Chinese Culture

All About Chinese Culture

Personal Cars and China

Personal Cars and China

Energy Futures and Urban Air Pollution

Energy Futures and Urban Air Pollution

Urbanization, Energy, and Air Pollution in China

Urbanization, Energy, and Air Pollution in China

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