Food & Warming in a Warming World. Webinar: September 15, 2021 1:00-2:00 ET

 

Food and Farming in a Warming World Tomorrow, September 15, 2021 - 1:00-2:00 p.m. ET All journalists welcome   The dire projections in the IPCC’s latest climate science report made major headlines – but what do they mean for key sectors like agriculture and food production? Ahead of the 2021 UN Food Systems Summit, we’re bringing together policymakers, experts, and journalists covering food, farming, and climate to discuss the questions, science, and story ideas that will engage your editors and your audience.    This webinar is the second in a four-part series providing journalists with background, tools, and tips on covering this year’s major international climate moments. Join us on September 15th from 1-2PM ET for a deep dive into the future of global food systems in a rapidly changing climate.   Moderator: ·    Chris Clayton, Ag Policy Editor, Progressive Farmer-DTN   Panelists: ·    Channing Arndt, Development Economist, Researcher and Director of the Environment and Production Technology Division, International Food Policy Research Institute ·    Martin Frick, Deputy to the UN Secretary-General's Special Envoy for the 2021 Food Systems Summit ·    Esther Honig, Freelance Reporter, 11th Hour Food and Farming Journalism Fellow, University of California, Berkeley   Register here   A recording of the webinar will be emailed to registrants and posted on SEJ.org.     SEJ is grateful for the UN Foundation's support of this #SEJ2021 webinar series. Click here to watch part one, "The Future Is Here: Climate Science and Covering the IPCC 6th Assessment Report" on demand.     Connecting you to the UN, Collaborating for impact.

$$ Get paid to participate in Chronic Hepatitis C Liver Disease Study with the National Institute of Health (NIH). September 2021

 

 

To learn more about this NIH study # 18-DK-0091, or other studies, please call us at 866-444-1132. Chronic Hepatitis C Liver Disease Understanding complications of liver disease after cure of hepatitis C infection. Doctors at the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases are conducting a study to better understand complications that can occur after the hepatitis C virus has been cured.  Researchers want to determine why cirrhosis, liver cancer and other liver related complications may occur after treatment.  What the study involves: 12 week treatment of hepatitis C infection Monitoring the health of your liver with blood tests and liver imaging Liver biopsy to assess the amount of scar tissue Continued outpatient monitoring by an NIH liver physician There is no cost for study-related visits, medications, or tests Compensation may be provided You can participate if you are: At least 18 years of age Diagnosed with chronic hepatitis C in the last 6 months In good general health Not infected with the HIV virus Not currently pregnant or breastfeeding   The NIH Clinical Center, America’s Research Hospital located in Bethesda, MD Metro red line (Medical Center stop) For more information: NIH Clinical Center Office of Patient Recruitment 866-444-1132 For those who are Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, or Speech Impaired TTY/ASCII 800-877-8339 Email: prpl@cc.nih.gov Online: https://go.usa.gov/xV8Nj NIH Study: 18-DK-0091

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Webinar September 22 – Public Safety: Community Engagement and Services

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Webinar September 22 – Public Safety: Community Engagement and Services
This webinar will focus on keeping populations informed with a quick text opt-in service, provide safety information to attendees, and provide updates on major events.
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Food and Farming in a Warming World. SEJ2021 Webinar. Sept 15, 2021

 

Register: Plant Biosafety for Laboratorians, Greenhouse Safety and Support Personnel at Universities, Startup and Agricultural Companies September 29 - 30, 2021 | 11:30 pm – 04:00 pm (EDT)

 

Register Now for our Upcoming Webinar!     4V – Plant Biosafety for Laboratorians, Greenhouse Safety and Support Personnel at Universities, Startup and Agricultural Companies September 29 - 30, 2021 | 11:30 pm – 04:00 pm (EDT)   Register Now!   Plant research is the backbone of both genetically modified, disease resistance, and breeding of both academic and biotechnology research. This course will provide participants with an overview of APHIS, BRS, and VS permitting. It will also cover the NIH Guidelines as it relates to environmental release and financial loss. The course will offer a variety of advanced scenarios and interactive exercises that demonstrate the range of biological, genetically modified, and other risks and hazards routinely encountered in the greenhouse, fields and labs supporting plant research. Participants will be guided through strategies for identifying potential hazards, assessing the magnitude and extent of induced risks and cost, and developing effective control measures to protect the safety of workers, plants, and the environment. The course employs “real world” examples to improve understanding of greenhouse and field operations.   Course Faculty   ·    The webinar will be presented by Deborah Howard, MPH, CBSP(ABSA), BASF, Efland, NC & Kirt Poulsen, Utah State University, Logan, UT   Objectives   ·    Review basic import permits, hazard identification, and risk assessment techniques as they apply to research involving genetically modified (GM) plants ·    Paraphrase how to incorporate effective hazard and exposure control strategies into GM and arthropod lab, greenhouse design, and research facility management procedures ·    Identify ways that safety professionals can work with plant program personnel to address common research safety issues and environmental issues   Target Audience   ·    All Safety Professionals ·    All Biosafety Professionals   Download Brochure - Tips for a Successful Virtual ABSA Professional Development Course (PDC) Experience     Future Webinars 1V – IBC Basics October 1, 2021 Register Now       ‌     ‌ ‌