Africa Diaspora Scientific Conference

Jun 28, 2009 to Jun 30, 2009
Location: Paris, France
Latest Activity: Jan 20, 2020

The African Scientific Institute (ASI) and UNESCO are presenting a conference /workshops on June 29 - 30, 2009 in Paris, with the 3rd day scheduled to be held at a university. The theme of this event is "The African diaspora scientific community mobilization for Africa" (Adiascom Africa) initiative. The purposes of this conference are: * To bring together African Diaspora scientists, futurists and technology experts who can assist towards alleviating structural poverty. * To address developing infrastructures within Africa. * To increase networking within the African Diaspora, and also link notable black people with the next generation of black scientists and technologists. Topics covered will include -Defining Africa's Infrastructure Needs -Determining Africa's Human Resources -Africa’s Raw Materials Minerals, Water, Land, Fuel -Environmental Impacts on Africa -Potable Water -Health Conditions and Healthcare Delivery Systems -Food Security: production and distribution; satisfying domestic consumption requirements -Waste Handling and Treatment: Solid and Liquid (Residential/commercial garbage, collection and handling, landfills, waste water treatment systems (urban and rural); Non-point sources (storm drainage systems, agriculture by-products) -Roads and Transportation (Domestic vehicles -private and public; ships for international trade -Communication (Printed media; Internet (email, www, blogging, distance learning); Telecommunication: hardwire, wireless (ground based cell, satellite) -Mining -Energy (Sources: carbon base, alternative/renewable, hydroelectric; electrification, heating/cooling, vehicle fuel; Distribution to population centers -Education -Funding Projects For more information, contact Lee O. Cherry, ASI President and CEO asi@quixnet.net

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