Sentences with phrase «local process studies»

For processes such as boundary layer turbulence that are computable in limited areas if sufficiently high resolution is available, parameterization schemes are increasingly also tested with data generated computationally in local process studies with high - resolution models (e.g., large - eddy simulations), likewise at only a few locations.

Not exact matches

Ukwazi is working on a project feasibility study for a local iron - ore project, where, for example, the company recommended that the client change the location of the processing plant to save significant capital and operational costs while greatly improving efficiency.

Olin J. Murdick, «A Study of the Policy Process as it Relates to the Catholic Educational Mission at the Local Level.»

Henry Pierce Stapp, «Quantum Mechanics, Local Causality, and Process Philosophy,» edited by William B. Jones, Process Studies 7/3 (Fall, 1977), 173 - 82.

One of its cutting - edge studies is the measuring of food loss and waste at all stages — from production and post-production to processing, distribution and consumption — in order to identify the origin and cost of food waste and loss at the local, regional and global level.

In the past couple of years, he said, she's secured $ 162,000 in grant funds, benefiting flood analysis studies and other town projects, which include streamlining a solar application process, and finalizing a six - figure FEMA hurricane claim to pay local contractors who have been waiting four years for reimbursement, among other accomplishments.

The study suggests that an understanding of how human use of the landscape interact with climate and ecosystem processes is important for organizations that want to develop strategies for climate change adaptation, biodiversity conservation and local development in one of the world's poorest regions.

Soto says the discovery came about when the team was studying the local freezing mechanism at the interface between the liquid and the substrate, using a thermal high - speed camera that revealed rapid effects during the cooling process that would have been impossible to see at longer timescales.

In this latest study, the team of researchers applied empirical and process - based models, to analyze local areas, as well as the global surface, and the effect of temperature and water availability variations on carbon exchange between the atmosphere and the terrestrial biosphere.

«The complementary evidence of electrocorticography, fMRI, and brain stimulation will make it possible to study not only the effects of brain stimulation on the local neural networks that process face information, but also how they broadcast their information towards other regions in the brain.»

The findings support the results of previous studies that have suggested that genetic differences in height result principally from their effect on local regulation of the growth of long bones, rather than on broader, systemic processes.

This detailed study of carbon chemistry dynamics highlights the need to incorporate local effects of nearshore oceanographic processes into predictions of coral reef vulnerability and resilience.

Although the ERP study by Koelsch and colleagues11 controlled for the possibility of processing musical sequences in a strictly local fashion, the precise neuro - functional basis of processing non-local dependencies in music nevertheless remains unknown.

The current study was thus conducted to assess the functional basis of processing non-local dependencies in music in the human brain, whilst controlling for local transition probabilities.

Thus, while roaming the virtual world, students can linger in places that catch their attention and learn more about what they see and how it is related to the subject matter being studied (for example, the chemical processes local rock is subjected to and their consequences).

Behind the scenes, our dedicated staff works in local schools to implement one - computer - per - child initiatives and study the complex process of technology integration in schools.

As part of an intensive planning and self - study process, teams of parents, educators, community members, and older students in each school received training from Institute for Responsive Education staff, then conducted focus groups and interviews with local constituent groups, asking these questions.

the process of using the local community and environment as a starting point to teach concepts in language arts, mathematics, social studies, science and other subjects across the curriculum.

Dr. McCann has more than 15 years of experience designing and implementing evaluation studies for federal, state, and local - level contracts with a general focus on examining factors that influence school improvement processes and practices.

While a formal civics course is not offered until high school, kindergarten students learn to «identify personal traits, such as courage, honesty, and responsibility» and third - graders learn to «explain how local government officials are chosen, e.g., election, appointment,» according to the Idaho State Department of Education's social studies standards.22 By the time students reach 12th grade, they are more prepared to learn civics - related topics, such as the electoral process and role of political parties; the methods of public participation; and the rights and responsibilities of citizenship, than students with no prior exposure to a civics curriculum.

The purpose of the study was to develop case studies that would explore the process of inclusion and exclusion within a school or group of schools set in its local and national context.

Even those doctors who followed due process — apprenticed under local doctors, went to medical colleges and studied hard, practiced often and kept as up - to - date as possible with the latest innovations — still struggled with the medical limitations of the day.

But the process, which took nearly two years of study and meetings, provides a promising template not only for other island communities but also for any region where environmental restoration efforts have to mesh with local economic concerns.

Good practices and lessons learned in adaptation planning processes addressing ecosystems, human settlements, water resources and health, and in processes and structures for linking national and local adaptation planning: a synthesis of case studies.

Smartronix (CA & MD) 08/2004 — 12/2008 S6 Information Systems Coordinator • Serve as Section Chief and Contract Lead at the MCNOSC providing overall support for the MCNOSC IT Systems • Manage the network, servers, switches, applications, and information and infrastructure security • Utilize DoD applications for network scanning and remediation of the classified and unclassified networks • Develop plans, procedures, and policies to directly support and defend the MCNOSC Network from security threats • Oversee the MCNOSC's PKI (public key infrastructure) and integration with the MCNOSC services with the coordination of recovery strategies with the Alternate Network Operations and Security Center (AltNOSC) • Determine minimum processing requirements for recovery site and provide guidance for recovering infrastructure processing • Provide technical input to the Contingency of Operations (COOP) Plan ensuring all activities, resources and procedures required to recover critical IT infrastructure processing are accurate • Manage the day to day support of the MCNOSC Infrastructure, supervising a team of IT service contractors • Perform complex repairs, upgrades, hardware configuration, and end user training • Serve as project manager for the transition and deployment of the MCNOSC's NMCI plan • Oversee the planning and build out of the network and MCNOSC's new Headquarters and Operations Center • Coordinate with local contractors to ensure timely delivery of the network • Design and coordinate the build out of the MCNOSC Internal Data Center, Server Room, and Testing Lab • Coordinate the movement to the MCNOSC's newly built Operations Center and Head Quarters • Install cabling, servers, racks, environmental controls, a / v systems, and other technical equipment • Develop the MCNOSC IT Lifecycle management for the LAN and other IT devices • Serve as project manager for the MCCDC (Marine Corps Combat Development Center) Studies and Analysis Division and the MCCLL (Marine Corps Center for Lessons Learned)

The Chasm Group, LLC and Chasm Institute, LLC (San Bruno, CA) 1997 — 2008 Business Operations Manager • Managed all daily operational tasks for leading multi-million dollar high - tech market strategy consultancy, while providing executive administration to C - level executives and venture capital partners • Developed and managed the firm's annual budget, proposing and implementing expense cuts, producing monthly reports and financial statements, and coordinating with CPA firm for accurate and timely filings • Oversaw all client relationship management efforts while cultivating new business efforts from concept to implementation, providing high - quality service in sales efforts while utilizing new lead tracking system • Negotiated and managed all contracts, stock grants, and financing arrangements, working closely with outside counsel to draft legal documents and resolve LLC - and proprietary - related issues • Led three office space build - outs and two office relocations, managing all aspects of each process under aggressive timeline and budget expectations • Reduced firm telecom expenses by 22 % by streamlining IT objectives, including migration to VOIP phone system, software / hardware purchases, domain renewals, and outsourced technical support • Directed all phases of staff recruitment while creating and implementing all HR policies and programs, including comprehensive employee benefits plans • Supervised multiple administrative staff members, conducted performance appraisals and wage / salary surveys in comparison to incentive program guidelines, and maintained HR files in accordance with legal mandates • Produced all out - going client invoices in an accurate and timely fashion to increase, cash flow and reduce aging receivables, providing consistent attention to overhead costs and vendor arrangements • Administered all company insurance policies, including E&O, general liability, bonds, partner life and disability, conducting annual benefits reviews and employee / company insurance audits • Obtained necessary certificates for consulting contracts while processing federal, state, and local business reporting requirements to maintain licenses and incorporation status • Directed all marketing efforts and oversaw logistical aspects of national educational workshop series, utilizing sponsorship arrangements to offset production costs • Transformed «brochure» website into a dynamic tool to better illustrate company opportunities through relevant case studies, as well as maintaining all other promotional media, including press kits and video Association of California School Administrators (Burlingame, CA) 1993 — 1997 Issues and Planning Committee Coordinator • Executed all phases of event planning and implementation for a membership - driven organization including 23 state committees, 5 task forces, 6 strategic planning conferences, and a conference of 1,500 attendees • Focused on facility evaluations, bid requests, site visits, contract negotiations, and all pre - and post-conference planning processes • Produced statistical and financial reports, including budget projections and cost monitoring for developmental training efforts • Oversaw all participant - level responsibilities, including inquiries, eligibility, registration, correspondence, and billing statements • Managed all legal professional standards calls for Northern California regions, including the processing of attorney authorizations, the preparation of legal assistance letters, and liens on cause of action • Served as second point of contact for computer inquiries and troubleshooting efforts as well as provided back - up executive administrative support for Executive Director, Committee Chairs, and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction • Held responsibility for software installation and hardware configuration while performing weekly AS / 400 backup and report generation

This case study describes how a consortium of voluntary sector organisations worked in partnership with the local authority in Bromley to deliver the Independent Support Service with a clear focus on providing support and guidance to parents / carers and young people going through the Education, Health and Care (EHC) Plan process.

Some local programs use this type of data - driven process to plan for the flow of parents into their program, even outside of the study.

With these criteria in place, the selection process resulted in 20 local programs not already participating in MIHOPE enrolling in the study.

To provide context for understanding the types of families and local programs described, the report also details the process by which the study team recruited local programs for participation.

The study will also examine rich information on local implementation processes.

The study is looking for local programs that can recruit eligible families to be entered into a lottery - like process called random assignment to select half of the families to enroll in home visiting services.

A review of over 50 empirical studies of coherence suggests robust findings of local bias in ASD, with mixed findings regarding weak global processing.