Bauman 2005-eng Blok To the Contestants and Guests of the
Descartes Prize for Science Communication
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- Marie Curie Fellowships 1
- Youth Programme 2
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- European Young Investigator
- • science policy and European citizens
- • responsible science at the heart of policy making
- Konstantin E. Demikhov
- Exhibition location plan 17th European Union Contest for Young Scientists
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Descartes Prize for Science Communication. The objective of this prize is to stimulate interest in scientific journalism and, in general, to improve the art of communicating science to the public. Five outstanding projects from different scientific fields were selected among 19 finalists in 2004 for their outstanding contribution to stimulating interest in science among the European public. More information on the Descartes prizes can be found on:
Direct financial support for training and mobility at the pre- and post doctoral level is offered through the
scheme. These fellowships are for research work that can be located in academic and industrial settings in EU Member and Associated States to encourage young researchers to spend time outside their own country to complete their training. The scheme particularly encourages participation of female researchers. In a more general sense mobility and non-formal education is also supported by the Youth Programme 2 , which targets young people aged between 15 and 25 years and offers possibilities to young people in the form of both exchanges and voluntary work. This programme is complemented by the Socrates
, which promotes European co-operation in all areas of education including schools and teaching. From 21-25 November 2005, young people can take part in the European Science & Technology Week 4 . The Science Week supports a programme of activities that, although aimed at the broad general public, focus very often on the participation of the younger generation. There are few constraints on the types of activities that can be funded and the Week has been very successful in identifying innovative concepts that have a real impact on improving young people’s awareness of science. In 2002, the European Young Investigator (EURYI) Award has been created, which is the initiative of 20 European Union Research Organisations from 16 countries and also contributes to the goals of the European Research Area. The purpose of EURYI is to attract outstanding young researchers from anywhere in the world to work in Europe and lead their own Young People, Science and Society The history of Moscow State Textile University named after A.N. Kosygin dates back to the times of creation of higher textile education in Russia. During its 85 years life the University has graduated thousands of specialists for the textile and relevant branches of industry. The faculty of Applied Arts is the only higher education faculty in Russia that educates professionals in the wide range of specialties dealing with the art design of suite, knitted wear, foot wear, leather goods and textile, jewelry, as well as computer graphics and marketing aspects of textile and light industry. The faculty is famous for the high level of education it gives in the sphere of apparel art design and Textile Products Art Design which is proved by the victories in both international and national contests and the acknowledgement of the leading designers of the world. That is why the faculty is very popular with art-gifted youth. The textile traditions of a powerful scientific school preserved in the University combined with innovative ideas and experimental art creativity are the reason, why the MSTU was chosen to be the host organization of a prestigious national contest within the framework of the International Scientific and Engineering Fair for Young Scientists “Step into the Future”, the branch of Applied Art. Due to many years of effort on behalf of students, teachers, and employees of the University the “Fashion and Design” section of the fair has found a perfect venue for the creativity contest of Young Russian talents. Early-held conferences end with National Fair of Young Fashion Designers and a bright gala performance of the “Step into the Future” winners’ best works. The participation in the Contest is a starting point for many gifted young people who represent even the most remote regions of our country. Kosygin Moscow State Textile University
But society is always evolving More so than ever before, however, the pace of change in our modern societies is quickening – largely as a result of the rapid advances being made in science and technology. The use of scientific knowledge and its exploitation through technology have become so important to the way that our societies are developing that we must ensure that the needs of society itself continue to be our prime consideration. For far too long it has been presumed that science generates knowledge that is automatically converted into applications that society will automatically accept and use. Therefore, in December 2001 the Commission produced the Science and Society Action Plan 4 to strengthen the links between the development of science and society. This Action Plan is a part of a broader strategy launched by the Commission in 2000 to create a European Research Area. Many of the 38 actions set out in the Plan are being implemented within the three key areas identified: •
All possible avenues will be explored to promote science among European citizens. Special events and publicity campaigns will be organised to raise awareness and stimulate debate. Research organisations, the media, business and the general public will be encouraged to get involved in discussing the issues. • science policy and European citizens; Action will be taken to broaden and diversify scientific perspectives. This will be done by inviting contributions from different actors, encouraging girls and boys to take up science, and supporting women scientists. Multidisciplinary research will be encouraged to develop greater diversity in scientific ideas. • responsible science at the heart of policy making. Scientists will be supported to make their work more accessible so that they gain and maintain public trust. Because scientific progress is essential for our future quality of life, policy makers will be given access to the best possible scientific expertise before taking decisions. Resulting directly from this action plan and on the basis of preparatory work being undertaken this year a major pan-European initiative will be launched to support science teaching in schools. The aim is to make science more attractive to young people so that they continue their science studies and pursue worthwhile and rewarding careers both on a personal level and in terms of the contribution that they make to society as a whole. Other information: Stages The European Commission offers short-duration in- service training periods 5 (stages) for young university graduates and public service employees. These training periods involve work experience in one of the Commission’s departments, and typically entail writing minutes of meetings, research on a particular topic, assessment of economic, financial and technical co- operation projects or programmes at a level suitable for junior executive officers. With a view to contributing to the European education and vocational training of young people and to enabling them to understand the way in which the institution functions, the European Parliament also offers each year a number of traineeship options within its Secretariat 6 . 27 The EU Contest for Y oung Scientists in Russia research teams. Scientists submit proposals and if they are successful, they are given the resources to pursue an independent research career, and if appropriate, to establish and develop a research group. It encourages young researchers from all over the world to work in a European environment thus benefiting the development of European science and creating a platform for the next generation of leading European researchers. Another interesting EU project has been the establishment of independent research organisations known as Science Shops. The concept grew from the student movement in the early 1970s when a group of Dutch chemistry students decided to put their heads together to help non-profit clients solve scientific problems. They work for the local community and carry out scientific research in a wide range of disciplines – usually free of charge – on behalf of citizens. In 2004, the Directorate-General for Research launched
initiative. This collaborative effort between 50 European science centres, top research institutions, universities and other organizations is designed to enhance science teaching in schools all over Europe, thereby motivating children to pursue scientific careers. The Nucleus programme is an integrated set of projects that link schools, laboratories, science centres, academia, national and international teaching festivals. It delivered a major web portal for science teaching resources, an international journal for science teachers, opportunities for training, and new methods for using science related films in the classroom. By bringing these elements together, Nucleus aims to bridge the gap between formal and informal education, cutting-edge research and the classroom. Xplora, a web portal aimed at teachers, students, scientists, science communicators and science educators, is supported by one of the Nucleus projects. Operated by a network of 28 Ministries of Education across Europe, the portal provides members with a wealth of resources, including science education news, tips for teachers, innovative practical science approaches and projects, and a database of websites and digital learning resources for science education. Xplora also enables users to create online communities and join online discussions. More information on the Xplora initiative can be found on: http://www.xplora.org/ww/en/pub/xplora/. 26 Young People, Science and Society
28 The Exhibition of the EU Contest in Russia More information about the EU European integration has delivered half a century of stability, peace and economic prosperity. It has helped to raise standards of living, built an internal market, launched the euro and strengthened the Union's voice in the world. The process started shortly after the devastation of the 2nd World War and was launched on 18 April 1951 with the signing of the Treaty establishing the European Coal and Steel Community (ECSC) which would involve six countries: Belgium, Germany, France, Italy, Luxembourg and the Netherlands. On 25 March 1957 the Treaty of Rome was signed establishing the European Economic Community (EEC) in order to promote the free movement of people, services and capital. A major revision of the Treaty of Rome was signed on 17 February in Maastricht, which would lead to the strengthening of the economic and monetary ties between the members and define what we now call today the European Union. Over the years membership grew: in 1973: Denmark, Ireland and the United Kingdom joined, Greece, Spain and Portugal followed in 1981, and 1986. And in 1995 Austria, Finland and Sweden brought the membership up to 15 Member States.The entry of eight central and eastern European countries together with Cyprus and Malta into the European Union on 1 May 2004 was a historic achievement, ending centuries of division. The European Union is based on the rule of law and democracy. It is neither a new State replacing existing ones nor is it comparable to other international organisations. Its Member States delegate sovereignty to common institutions representing the interests of the Union as a whole on questions of joint interest. All decisions and procedures are derived from the basic treaties ratified by the Member States. Principal objectives of the Union are: • Establish European citizenship; • Ensure freedom, security and justice; • Promote economic and social progress; • Assert Europe's role in the world. If you want to know more about the EU, please visit the EUROPA portal at: http://europa.eu.int/ 1 The The Marie Curie Fellowship scheme is run by DG Research, Directorate Human Mobility and Marie Curie Actions. Full information is posted on: www.cordis.lu/improving/fellowships/home.htm 2 The Youth and Socrates Programmes are run by DG Education and Culture. Full information is posted at: http://europa.eu.int/comm/youth/program/index_en.html and http://europa.eu.int/comm/dgs/education_culture/index_en.htm 3 The “Science and Society Action Plan” can be obtained in any of the 11 official EU languages writing to RTD-sasap@cec.eu.int. 4 The European Science and Technology Week is run by DG Research, Directorate Science and Society. Full information is posted on: www.cordis.lu/scienceweek. More general information is posted on www.cordis.lu/science-society 5 More information is available from Traineeships Office - B-100 01/7, European Commission, B-1049 Brussels and http://europa.eu.int/comm/stages/index_en.htm 6 European Parliament, Bureau des stages, KAD 02C007 L-2929 Luxembourg, Stages@europarl.eu.int Young People, Science and Society Konstantin E. Demikhov Executive Head of the Fair of the 17th EU Conetst for Young Scientists, First Vice-Rector – Vice-Rector in Scientific Work of the Bauman Moscow State Technical University Today we can see two polar tendencies being melted together: one of them gives birth to processes of fundamental specialization of professional knowledge, the other one creates scientific products that synthesizes natural, technical, and humanitarian knowledge. A new view of the world shows itself through human creative work as the result of this melting, a world in which scientific work becomes the main source of cultural amenities. It is thereby rather symbolic that the European Union Contest that has gathered the youth of science with so many different scientific predilections is hosted in Alma Mater of Russian Engineering School – Moscow State Technical University named after Bauman, the University that gave the World so many creators and whose scientific schools have a long lasting tradition of supporting all kinds of manifestations a creative personality can have in science, art, and life. These schools also instill taste for creative self-expression to the coming generations. Within the Bauman University there is a continuous system of academic qualification of youth starting from school, through the years of student life, and finally to the post- graduate education. The key role in organizing this work belongs to the Office of “Educational and Scientific Youth Programmes and Projects”. It arranges scientific and educational events of the “Step into the Future” programme, such as fairs, conferences, contests, and seminars, supports student and scientific-educational seminars and design bureaus, holds contests of student works and the al-university conference “Student Scientific Spring” (the latter includes 64 specialized sections). The Office also coordinates the work of the Zhukovskiy Students’ Scientific and Technical Society and the Board of scientific work with youth of the University. The scientific infrastructure of the University provides every facility for efficient scientific work for both young people who are entering the spheres of knowledge creation as well as the specialists who create unique samples of modern technical systems. In 2004 scientific research works of the University participated in 45 fairs, 13 of which were organized on the University basis. During only the past year the researchers of the University have been awarded 12 gold and silver medals at the IV International Fairs and the Grand Prix at 2nd International Fair in Seoul (South Korea). It is beyond any doubt that the European Union Contest for Young Scientists hosted by the Bauman University possesses every opportunity to become a significant scientific event, while we hope that 35 countries present are able to make special contribution into the development of European and World Science. We wish our young colleagues the best of luck and creative inspiration! 30 Exhibition location plan 17th European Union Contest for Young Scientists The plan indicates ground, first and second floors of the Cultural Centre of the Lecture and Laboratory Building Plan of Exhibition Hall 33 32 1 Austria
Philip Babcock 18 M AT1/1 1 Biology DNA – as a Molecular Computer 2 Austria Susanne Cernak 16 F AT 2 abc/2 2 Biology MiHyP – Microbiological Hydrogen Production 3 Austria Markus Metz 20 M AT 2 b/2 2 Biology MiHyP – Microbiological Hydrogen Production 4 Austria Felix Faschinger 18 M AT 2 c/2 2 Biology MiHyP – Microbiological Hydrogen Production 5 Austria Nikolaus Ederer 19 M AT 3 ab/3 3 Engineering Visual Testing of Boards for Sigmatek Control Units 6 Austria Christian Streitwieser 19 M AT 3 b/3 3 Engineering Visual Testing of Boards for Sigmatek Control Units 7 Belarus Vladzimir Pashkevich 17 M BY 1/4 4 Computer Heuristic Algorithms for the Generalized Traveling Salesman Problem 8 Belarus Aliaksei Kazlouski 18 M BY 2/5 5 Space Gravitation Model of Relativistic Jet Curving of Active Galactic Nuclei 9 Belarus Ann Mukhortava 17 F BY 3 ab/6 6 Physics Solitary Waves in Shallow Water: Procedure for the Wave Front Research 10 Belarus Alena Abramava 17 F BY 3 b/6 6 Physics Solitary Waves in Shallow Water: Procedure for the Wave Front Research 11 Belgium Mira Van Thielen 18 F BE 1/7 7 Biology The influence of gravity on the functioning of the heart 12 Belgium David Eskenazi 19 M BE 2 abc/8 8 Physics The Handmade Tesla Coil 13 Belgium Nicolas Innocenti 19 M BE 2 b/8 8 Physics The Handmade Tesla Coil 14 Belgium Antoine Paulus 19 M BE 2 c/8 8 Physics The Handmade Tesla Coil 15 Bulgaria Hristo Nikolaev Kolev 18 M BU 1/9 9 Chemistry A Fuel Cell Based on Biochemical Reactions 16 Bulgaria Sonya Hadzhieva 17 F BU 2/10 10 Physics Mechanics of super bouncing 17 Bulgaria Petar Georgiev Todorov 19 M BU 3/11 11 Physics The variable star RZ Cassiopeiae. An investigation on the hypothesis of a third companion 18 China
Nan Wu 16 F CN 1/12 12 Environment Research for the Properties of the Low-cost Adsorbent Materials of Heavy Metal 19 China
Dongyue Huang 18 M CN 2/13 13 Biology Hypoglycemic Activity of Cordyceps Militaris on the Rat Model of Type II Diabetes Mellitus 20 Czech Republic Zuzana Tvarůžkova 18 F CZ 1/14 14 Biology New Possibilities to Control Fungal Diseases of Wheat and Barley by Use of Plant Extracts 21 Czech Republic Zdeněk Janovský 19 M CZ 2/15 15 Environment Vegetation dynamics of the small forest and open-landscape ponds and its historical causes 22 Czech Republic Alexandr Kazda 20 M CZ 3/16 16 Mathematics Graphs and Mappings: Generalising Graph Colouring 23 Denmark Helle Roager Jensen 19 F DK 1/17 17 Biology Genetically modified organisms 24 Denmark Gitte Ahlguist Jonsson 19 F DK 2/18 18 Medicine Aid for putting on and taking off stockings for handicapped persons 25 Estonia Kaidi Karu 19 F EE 1 ab/19 19 Biology Orchids of different industrial landscapes around Kohtla-Järve 35 Contestants Download 0.98 Mb. Do'stlaringiz bilan baham: 
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