Pacific Science Association - Upcoming Meetings in the Asia-Pacific Region

UPCOMING scientific MEETINGS, CONFERENCES, and Training Courses IN THE asia-PACIFIC Region

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January 2012

None yet listed. If you know of a science or social science conference or meeting either held in the Asia-Pacific, or directly related to the region, please contact the PSA Executive Secretary, Burke Burnett.

February 2012

The Inaugural Asia Pacific Science Policy Studies (SPS) Research Conference
"Constructing National Wellbeing through Science and Innovation"
Date: 8 - 10 February 2012
Location: Wellington, New Zealand
Venue:Victoria University of Wellington
Organized by: New Zealand Association of Scientists; the School of Government, Victoria University of Wellington; Environmental Science and Research Ltd; and Landcare Research Ltd; with the support of the Royal Society of New Zealand and staff of the NZ Council for Educational Research and the British High Commission
Key Dates: Paper Abstracts Due: 15 October 2011.
Chair/discussant and Innovation Space expressions of interest due: 15 October 2011.
Corresponding authors/contributor notified of review decision: 15 November 2011
Registration deadline for authors/presenters: 15 December 2011
Paper presentation submissions due: 15 January 2012
Online early bird registration is now available.
Please visit the meeting website for further details.
Description: The aim of this conference is to showcase the latest international thinking in the field of Science Policy Studies and to support emerging SPS scholarship in the Asia Pacific region. If you are concerned about the future of science and technology, and if you have ideas about how science policy systems work best, you should be part of this event.
The Flyer for the conference is available here.

Gendered Responses to Climate Change and Disaster Risk Reduction
Date: 13 - 24 February 2012
Location: Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Organized by: International Institute of Rural Reconstruction
Key Dates: TBA
Description: Gender mainstreaming puts premium on gender equality as a strategic objective of development. While much effort has been given towards mainstreaming gender within various phases and contexts of development work, much needs to be done in integrating gender equality programming in climate change (CC) and disaster risk reduction (DRR). Program planners and policy-makers have acknowledged the need to further their understanding between the critical linkages of gender and CC and DRR. The course will focus on disaster mitigation and adaptation to climate change responses within a gender framework, leading to a more gender responsive CC and DRR programming and planning. The course builds on the capacity of program managers and policy makers to integrate gender equality and women’s empowerment concepts in efforts to decrease disaster risks and adapt to the impacts of climate change. Gender concepts, methods, tools and analysis will be explored within the context of CC and DRR.

March 2012

April 2012

53rd AIAA/ASME/ASCE/AHS/ASC Structures, Structural Dynamics and Materials Conference
20th AIAA/ASME/AHS Adaptive Structures Conference
14th AIAA Non-Deterministic Approaches Conference
13th AIAA Gossamer Systems Forum
8th AIAA Multidisciplinary Design Optimization Specialist Conference
Date: 23 - 26 April 2012
Location: Honolulu, Hawaii, USA
Venue: Sheraton Waikiki and the Hawaii Convention Center
Hosted by: The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA)
Sponsored by: The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA)
Key Dates: TBA
Description: TBA

May 2012

June 2012

Rio+20
United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development
Date: 4 - 6 June 2012
Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Organized by: United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UNDESA)
Participation & Key Dates: NGOs and other Major Groups’ organisations that are NOT yet accredited to the United Nations and wish to participate in the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development Conference (Rio+20) will be offered a one time opportunity to become accredited to Rio+20.It is envisioned that the General Assembly will deliberate during the month of November and agree to open an accreditation process in line with established procedures for UN Conferences.
Description: The United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development (UNCSD) is being organized in pursuance of General Assembly Resolution 64/236 (A/RES/64/236). The Conference will take place in Brazil on 4-6 June 2012 to mark the 20th anniversary of the 1992 United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED), in Rio de Janeiro, and the 10th anniversary of the 2002 World Summit on Sustainable Development (WSSD) in Johannesburg. It is envisaged as a Conference at the highest possible level, including Heads of State and Government or other representatives. The Conference will result in a focused political document.

The objective of the Conference is to secure renewed political commitment for sustainable development, assess the progress to date and the remaining gaps in the implementation of the outcomes of the major summits on sustainable development, and address new and emerging challenges.

The Conference will focus on two themes: (a) a green economy in the context of sustainable development and poverty eradication; and (b) the institutional framework for sustainable development.

World Vaccine Congress Asia 2012
Date: 11-14 June 2012
Location: Singapore
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Description: World Vaccine Congress Asia 2012 is the largest Asian vaccine conference which brings together the entire value chain of the vaccine industry. Hear from leading governmental stakeholders, NGOs, pharmas, biotechs, academia, and astute investors to discuss the best innovations and business strategies, and forge strategic partnerships for international success.

July 2012

The 12th International Coral Reef Symposium
Date: 9 - 13 July 2012
Location: Cairns, Australia
Organized by: International Center for Coral Reef Studies; ARC Centre for Excellence for Coral Reef Studies; James Cook University
Key Dates:
Call for Mini-Symposia Closes: 1 December 2010
Mini-Symposia Announced: 1 June 2011
Abstract Submission Open: 1 July - 1 October 2011
Registration Open: 1 August 2011
Description: The five day program will showcase the latest coral reef science in over 1500 talks and posters, as well as offering short and longer field trips to the Great Barrier Reef, a trade exhibition, and providing exciting social events. The meeting comes at a critical time for the world’s coral reefs and the people who depend on them, and we especially encourage the important role of the 12th ICRS in promoting dialogue between coral reef researchers, reef managers and policy makers.

August 2012

32nd International Geographical Congress 2012 (IGC 2012)
Date: 26 – 30 August 2012
Location: Cologne, Germany
Venue: University of Cologne
Organized by: International Geographical Union (IGU)
Key Dates: Deadline for Submission of Session Proposals: 1 April 2011.
Abstract Submissions: 1 July 2011 to 15 December 2011
Session proposals can be submitted via the online system at www.igc2012.org. All submitted session proposals will be reviewed and selected by an international Scientific Committee in May 2011.Please visit the meeting website for further details.
Description: The 32nd International Geographical Congress 2012 (IGC 2012) is the quadrennial meeting of the IGU Commissions and Task Forces. The programme 2012 is enhanced by sessions focusing on four key topics. These sessions are open to all geographers worldwide and will complement the sessions by Commissions and Task Forces. The four key topics are: 1. Global Change and Globalisation; 2. Society and Environment; 3. Risks and Conflicts; 4. Urbanisation and Demographic Change. For further information on the congress and for the submission of proposals please visit the IGC 2012 website.

September 2012

October 2012

Fête de la Science
Date: 10 – 14 October 2012
Location: Papeete, Tahiti
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Organized by: La Délégation Régionale à la Recherche et à la Technologie et l'association Proscience Te Turu 'lhi
Key Dates: TBA
Description:Cette collectivité d'outre-mer peuplée de quelques 260 000 habitants, composée d'environ 120 îles volcaniques et coralliennes, dispersées sur environ 5 millions de km2 soit à peu près l'étendue de l'Europe, couvre une superficie émergée de 4000 km2.
Les objectifs de la Fête de la Science en Polynésie française visent à renforcer les liens entre la science et la société polynésienne, à susciter des vocations chez les jeunes dans les métiers de la recherche et du développement, à valoriser le travail des chercheurs et des techniciens ainsi que les activités d’innovation des entreprises et les efforts de la communauté éducative et associative.
En 2011, la Polynésie française a choisi de célébrer la chimie et de dévoiler une vitrine sur les outre-mer français. Comme à son habitude, cette manifestation s’attache à vulgariser la science, afin de permettre aux petits et grands de comprendre la chimie. C’est à travers des stands, des expositions, des conférences et des journées portes ouvertes, que le grand public va découvrir une science qui peut lui paraître très abstraite et réservée à une élite. De plus, pour cette vingtième édition, les visiteurs pourront également découvrir ou redécouvrir les outre-mer français à travers des expositions qui les feront voyager à travers les océans.

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July 2013

The 12th Pacific Science Inter-Congress
Date: 8 – 12 July 2013
Location: Suva, Fiji
Venue: Suva Campus, University of The South Pacific
Organized by: University of The South Pacific and the Pacific Science Association (others TBA)
Key Dates:
Deadline for Abstract Submissions: TBD
Deadline for Grant Submission: TBD
Announcement of Abstract Submissions: TBD
Grant Announcements: TBD
Early Bird Registration closes: TBD
Accommodation Bookings close: TBD
Description: The upcoming 12th Pacific Science Inter-Congress will be held at the campus of the University of the South Pacific in Suva, Fiji from 8 – 12 July 2013. The theme of the Inter-Congress is "Human Security in the Pacific", which reflects the UNDP 1994 Human Development Report definition of human security. Sessions will be based on the following provisional sub-themes which will be linked to the main theme of human security: Biodiversity, ecosystem services, and development; Governance; Information and Communications Technologies (ICT) for development; Capacity-building in science and technology; Food and health security; Trade and economic integration; Women, peace, and human security; Public policy; Climate change and sustainable development; Performing arts and maintenance of cultural traditions and resources; and Sustainable development of ocean resources.

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