The Acronym Institute works with policy makers and non-governmental organisations to promote non-proliferation and nuclear disarmament by disseminating information and maximising negotiating opportunities in all available fora. When arms control measures become blocked, as at present on treaty ratification and the proposed ban on the production of fissile materials, the Acronym Institute will work to promote constructive dialogue and alternative approaches.
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Advisory Board for Biotechnology
The main duties of the Advisory Board are the promotion of communication between the users of biotechnology and gene technology and the promotion of the research in the fields. It follows the development of environmental effects and risk assessment in biotechnology, as well as advances information and education in the fields of bio- and gene technology, and in particular promotes the ethical perspective in gene technology.
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African Biological Safety Association (AfBSA)
The African Biological Safety Association (AfBSA) seeks to engage and promote biosafety, including biosecurity… AfBSA represents professionals working in the field of biosafety and endeavors to make biosafety a recognized profession with well defined tasks and qualifications. To achieve these objectives, AfBSA is currently developing initiatives towards training its members to attain the necessary skills in Biosafety and Biosecurity.
Agricultural University Of Athens (AUA)
The Agricultural University Of Athens “act[s] as valued advisor to the Greek State and other national organizations, as well as to the European Commission and other European and UN Agencies on agricultural issues, and to conduct a wide array of advent-garde rural development projects. AUA contributions address a wide range of issues related to diet and environmental protection significantly affecting the daily lives of Greek and Europeans citizens: food quality and safety, water resource conservation, biological farming, alternative energy sources, biotechnological applications in agriculture. Read More »
Akademi Sains Malaysia
The Akademi Sains Malaysia pursues, encourages and enhances excellence in the fields of science, engineering and technology, for the development of Malaysia and the benefit of mankind. In order to do this, the Akademi provides advice to Government, fosters a culture of Excellence in Science, assists in upgrading the technological capability and competency of Malaysian industries, promotes public awareness of the importance of science, and facilities and coordinates International Collaboration and Cooperation.
- July 19, 2010
- | Filed under Asia/Pacific, Academia, and National Academy