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Creating the Culture of Peace

A Clarion Call for Individual and Collective Transformation

By: Anwarul K. Chowdhury,Daisaku Ikeda

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Creating the Culture of Peace

A Clarion Call for Individual and Collective Transformation

By: Anwarul K. Chowdhury,Daisaku Ikeda

The culture of peace and non-violence is essential to human existence, development and progress. In 1999, the United Nations General Assembly adopted by consensus the norm-setting, forward-looking “Declaration and Programme of Action on a Culture of Peace”. Governments, institutions, NGOs, other civil society entities and, in particular, individuals – all are encouraged therein to contribute to the global movement for the culture of peace. Related to this vision, this rich and varied dialogue discusses how the culture of peace can be achieved in the world. Based on the extensive personal and professional experiences of two high-profile thinkers and activists, they analyse the challenges unfolding at local, national and global levels and how these relate to humanity's quest for peace, human security and happiness. Although coming from very different positions – one a Buddhist philosopher, educator and leader; the other a UN diplomat renowned for his international work in peace, development and human rights – these interlocutors are united in their search for justice and better quality of life for all and their conviction that women and young people are the most effective means to achieving positive change in the world. The dialogue provides ideas on the key challenges that face our planet: poverty and deprivation, war and violence, nuclear weapons and small arms, climate change and environmental degradation, weak governance and financial crises, marginalization of women and alienation of youth and the relentless drive for materialism. They also invite us to consider how the culture of peace can be practically achieved through an individual, collective and institutional transformation. Recognizing that global citizenship, multilateralism, women's equality and value-creating education are central and inter-linked themes, this dialogue also underscores the inherent strength of spirituality, compassion, empathy, forgiveness, respect for diversity and empowerment that comes from the trials and tribulations of life.

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Bloomsbury Publishing

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1786725703

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9781786725707

The New India

Citizenship, Subjectivity, and Economic Liberalization

By: K. Chowdhury

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The New India

Citizenship, Subjectivity, and Economic Liberalization

By: K. Chowdhury

This book looks critically at various constructions of the Indian citizen from 1991 to 2007, the period when economic liberalization became established government policy. Examining differing images of citizenship and its rules and rituals, Chowdhury sheds light on the complex interactions between culture and political economy in the New India.

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Springer

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0230117090

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9780230117099

Surgical Treatment of Chronic Constrictive Pericarditis

By: Ujjwal K. Chowdhury,Lakshmi Kumari Sankhyan

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Surgical Treatment of Chronic Constrictive Pericarditis

By: Ujjwal K. Chowdhury,Lakshmi Kumari Sankhyan

This book provides comprehensive information and clarity on all aspects of diagnosing and managing constrictive pericarditis. The operative procedures for constrictive pericarditis are presented in detail with technical tips supplemented by surgical videos. Further, it explores and guides on issues with mixed opinions like the role of corticosteroids, timing of the operation, choice of the operative procedure, terminologies to describe the extent of decortication, and the requirement of cardiopulmonary bypass. Despite experience spanning over 100 years, there is no fool-proof formula in the published literature that can be used in selecting an optimal surgical approach for a given patient. The terms "radical", "total", "extensive", "complete", "subtotal", "adequate", "near-total" and "partial" pericardiectomy also have been variably used in the literature, often without a precise definition of the limits of pericardial resection. Providing an update on the latest advancements and long-term results of pericardiectomy appeals to all clinicians managing constrictive pericarditis. For the trainees, it offers insights into surgical techniques' relevant anatomy and foundation. The book will be beneficial to MBBS, MD, MS, M.Ch (CTVS), DM (Cardiology), Diplomate of National Board (Cardiology and CTVS), FRCS, FRACS, MD (USA, Canada, and in all developing and developed countries).

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420

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Springer Nature

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9819958083

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9789819958085

Activated Carbon

Solutions for Improving Water Quality

By: Zaid K. Chowdhury

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Activated Carbon

Solutions for Improving Water Quality

By: Zaid K. Chowdhury

Many books have been written about granular activated carbon. Some focus on the theory of performance and removal mechanisms while others focus on design features. This book focuses on solutions. It describes the challenges facing water providers to provide safe water that is acceptable to their customers, utility experiences using activated carbon, activated carbon applications, and design and procurement approaches. The appendices include detailed case studies and a life-cycle assessment demonstrating favorable sustainability considerations for activated carbon when compared to other treatment technologies. Never before has all of this information been together in one location. The what, why, and how of activated carbon are connected in this book and demonstrate why this treatment technology has maintained its status as an integral treatment technology in the quest for pure water over millennia"--

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American Water Works Association

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1583219072

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9781583219072

Removal of MTBE with Advanced Oxidation Processes

By: Michael Kavanaugh,Zaid K. Chowdhury,S. Kommineni,S. Liang,J. Min,J.-P. Croue,N. Corin,Gary Amy,E. Simon,W. Cooper,P. Tornatore,M. Nickelsen

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Removal of MTBE with Advanced Oxidation Processes

By: Michael Kavanaugh,Zaid K. Chowdhury,S. Kommineni,S. Liang,J. Min,J.-P. Croue,N. Corin,Gary Amy,E. Simon,W. Cooper,P. Tornatore,M. Nickelsen

The purpose of this project was to perform a careful evaluation of the technical and economic feasibility of advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) for methyl tertiary butyl ether (MTBE) removal. Specifically, the first objective of this project was to identify and fill data gaps related to the implementation and operation of AOPs with respect to MTBE removal. The second objective was to select and optimize the design of the most promising AOP(s) as a function of water quality parameters. The third objective was to determine conceptual-level engineering costs for these selected AOPs. The AOP technologies that were evaluated as part of this study included ozone/peroxide, continuous wave UV/peroxide, pulsed UV/peroxide, and E beam. The AOP technologies were compared with treatment costs, qualitative factors (e.g., technology reliability, flexibility), and influent and treated water quality considerations. Based on the comparative analysis, it was concluded that all the AOP technologies that were evaluated in this study are capable of removing MTBE at 95% or higher efficiencies. Ozone/peroxide and continuous UV/peroxide appear to be the most feasible technologies for AOP treatment of MTBE in drinking water sources. Originally published by AwwaRF for its subscribers in 2003

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IWA Publishing

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1843398613

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9781843398615

Contribution of Wastewater to DBP Formation

By: Stuart W. Krasner,Paul Westerhoff,Baiyang Chen,Gary Amy,Seong-Nam Nam,Zaid K. Chowdhury,Shahnawaz Sinha,Bruce E. Rittmann

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Contribution of Wastewater to DBP Formation

By: Stuart W. Krasner,Paul Westerhoff,Baiyang Chen,Gary Amy,Seong-Nam Nam,Zaid K. Chowdhury,Shahnawaz Sinha,Bruce E. Rittmann

In addition to water recycling and reclamation programs, indirect potable reuse of wastewater has occurred as upstream wastewater treatment plants discharge water into rivers or lakes that serve as downstream drinking water supplies. Wastewater treatment plants are sources of DBPs, if chlorine disinfection is practiced, and DBP precursors. Many different biological, physical, and chemical unit processes are employed by wastewater treatment plants, which can produce a wide range of treated water qualities. The objectives of this project were to (1) determine the formation, occurrence, and control of disinfection by-products (DBPs) and DBP precursors in wastewater and their impact on downstream drinking water sources; (2) evaluate the fate and transport of wastewater-derived DBPs and precursors in receiving waters, as well as their removal through different drinking water unit processes; and (3) evaluate treatment strategies at wastewater and drinking water treatment plants to reduce DBPs that best balance societal benefits. The researchers (1) conducted a full-scale survey of wastewater and drinking water plants, as well as effluent-impacted rivers, lakes, and groundwaters; (2) compiled a database of first-principle fate-and-transport parameters for DBPs; (3) performed DBP and DBP precursor fate-and-transport bench-scale experiments; (4) evaluated the treatability of EfOM with drinking water treatment processes.; (5) used simple and advanced NOM characterization techniques; (6) measured regulated and emerging DBPs, as well as conducted formation potential tests; and (7) analyzed for a pharmaceutical (primidone) that is a conservative tracer of wastewater influences in drinking water supplies. This report will be available as a Pay-Per-View item only

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IWA Publishing

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1843392119

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9781843392118

Communicating the Value of Water

An Introductory Guide for Utilities

By: Edward G. Means,Zaid K. Chowdhury,G. Westerhoff,L. Passantino,J. Ruettan

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Communicating the Value of Water

An Introductory Guide for Utilities

By: Edward G. Means,Zaid K. Chowdhury,G. Westerhoff,L. Passantino,J. Ruettan

Communication, both within the utility and with external stakeholders, is essential for the long term sustainability of utilities. One of the biggest challenges that utilities face is the ability to obtain the finances necessary to complete projects related to water quality and water quantity. If the utility can effectively communicate the value of the water services it provides and the value of water as a life-sustaining resource, customers may be more prudent in their use of water and more willing to pay higher rates, city decision makers will be more likely to approve rate increases, and the utility will be more likely to gain the finances needed for long term sustainability. The goal of this project was to develop practical guidance and tools that can be used by water officials to properly communicate the value of water. The specific objectives were as follows: Research available studies related to communication with customers and stakeholders both in the water utility field as well as other organizations that require public support to glean “lessons learned” Supplement the available studies with surveys and workshops that are directly related to communicating the value of water Develop a branding strategy that builds public trust and communicates the utility value proposition to the customer and stakeholder Develop specific guidelines, plans, and processes, along with communication tools, that can be used by water utilities to devise a communication program for their water utility The approach for completing this project started with an extensive literature search on the topic of communicating the value of water followed by several workshops, meetings, focus groups, and interviews to help identify key messages to be used in communications plans. The information collected in these project activities was summarized and used to develop a step-by-step model for communications planning. The model incorporates aspects of strategic planning, communications gap analysis, behavioral gap analysis, branding, and national communications efforts. An electronic Communications Toolkit providing various tools and example communications materials to assist utilities was also developed.

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IWA Publishing

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1843396262

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9781843396260

Institutional and Welfare Aspects of the Provision and Use of Information and Communication Technologies in the Rural Areas of Bangladesh and Peru

By: Shyamal K. Chowdhury

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Institutional and Welfare Aspects of the Provision and Use of Information and Communication Technologies in the Rural Areas of Bangladesh and Peru

By: Shyamal K. Chowdhury

Information and communication technologies, henceforth ICTs, have received enormous attention in recent times. During the decade of the 90s, there was a significant expansion in ICT infrastructure both in the context of industrialized and developing countries. Notwithstanding these facts, a _digital divide_ exists between industrialized and developing nations and between urban-rich and rural-poor within nations. The present study addressed this issue under four research questions. The first is why access to ICTs is important. The second is how to provide access for the households living in rural areas of developing countries. The third is what are the direct welfare implications of the use of telecommunications. And the fourth is what are the indirect welfare implications of the use of telecommunications. The study addressed these four issues under two aspects: institutional aspects and welfare aspects. The study focused on these two aspects in the context of rural areas of Bangladesh and Peru. The empirical findings of the study are based on household surveys that were conducted in the rural areas of the two study countries.

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Peter Lang Gmbh, Internationaler Verlag Der Wissenschaften

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3631501617

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9783631501610

Case Studies of Modified Treatment Practices for Disinfection By-Product Control

By: S. Krasner

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Case Studies of Modified Treatment Practices for Disinfection By-Product Control

By: S. Krasner

Utilities must decide whether to modify their existing treatment practices to achieve compliance with the D/DBP regulations. A regulatory impact analysis predicted that up to 70% of large surface-water systems would need to make some treatment modifications. Meeting multiple water-quality objectives plays an important role in the decision-making process of water utilities. Utilities must meet other regulatory requirements and secondary drinking-water standards. In addition, there are operational, financial, and engineering issues that affect the selection of treatment technologies. Because of the uncertainty of how stringent certain regulations will be and the high costs of advanced treatment technologies, many utilities have implemented treatment modifications in stages. Most utilities have made treatment modifications that have been cost-effective to meet their site-specific needs and objectives, while continuing to study or implement long-term treatment changes to meet more stringent future regulations. Utilities must factor in other regulatory requirements and secondary drinking-water standards when selecting a treatment modification for compliance with the D/DBP Rule. Some utilities chose advanced treatment processes (e.g., ozonation, membranes) that would enable them to satisfy other current and anticipated future regulations or other water quality objectives. Some systems chose ozone, in part because of its ability to destroy taste-and-odor-causing contaminants. Likewise, granular activated carbon was added to filters for taste-and-odor control. In addition, space and retrofit considerations affected technology choices. Many utilities have implemented treatment modifications in stages. To meet Stage 1 of the D/DBP Rule, most utilities have made treatment modifications that have been cost-effective to meet their site-specific needs and objectives, while continuing to study or implement long-term treatment changes to meet more stringent future regulations. The major disadvantage to staged implementation was that the treatment process was re-optimized each time treatment modifications were made. However, this problem was minimized if the full range of changes in treatment was envisioned in advance and if incremental modifications were made that were part of and consistent with long-term modifications.

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International Water Assn

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1843398540

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9781843398547

Book's by K. Chowdhury

Creating the Culture of Peace

Creating the Culture of Peace

The New India

The New India

Surgical Treatment of Chronic Constrictive Pericarditis

Surgical Treatment of Chronic Constrictive Pericarditis

Activated Carbon

Activated Carbon

Removal of MTBE with Advanced Oxidation Processes

Removal of MTBE with Advanced Oxidation Processes

Contribution of Wastewater to DBP Formation

Contribution of Wastewater to DBP Formation

Communicating the Value of Water

Communicating the Value of Water

Institutional and Welfare Aspects of the Provision and Use of Information and Communication Technologies in the Rural Areas of Bangladesh and Peru

Institutional and Welfare Aspects of the Provision and Use of Information and Communication Technologies in the Rural Areas of Bangladesh and Peru

Case Studies of Modified Treatment Practices for Disinfection By-Product Control

Case Studies of Modified Treatment Practices for Disinfection By-Product Control

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