Tuesday, October 30, 2007
Lecture - Former president Kalam at Rice University
Aeronautical engineer and former Indian president A.P .J.Abdul Kalam presented his vision for the future of space in a lecture at Rice University in Houston, TX., on Oct. 18. Speaking to near-capacity audience in the Stude Concert Hall at Alice Pratt Brown Hall, Rice University, Kalam present ed his "World Space Vision 2050," - a vision for using space as a stimulus for international cooperation and problem-solving. To achieve his World Space Vision 2050, Kalam proposed establishing a World Space Council. "The World Space Council, with global participation, could oversee the planning and implementation of exploration, space security and societal missions," Kalam said"Such a unified approach will enable the world to see a quantum jump in the progress in space science and technology for the benefit of all the nations of the world."
Results Kalam believes are possible by 2050 which include the distribution of energy throughout the world via solar power and solar-powered satellites, worldwide electronic connectivity through a constellation of communication satellites, provision of safe drinking water using technology designed to desalinate seawater through solar power and development of an industrial complex on the moon and an alternate habitat on Mars.
image and article source:www.newsindiatimes.com
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Tuesday, October 23, 2007
AKSHARDHAM - Font of science and spirituality
Built by the Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS), the Akshardham Temple represents a unique tradition of the Swaminarayan faith - that of straddling the continuum of spirituality and science.The restaurant caters to a wide variety of traditional dishes. Groups can book snacks and meals in advance.
¦ Respectable' attire is expected. Winter (November to March): Weather is mild and pleasant. Light clothes for the day, a comfortable sweater or shawl for the evening. Summer (April to June): Weather is hot and sunny. Light cotton clothes.
Monsoon (July to October): Umbrellas recommended.
¦ Photography and filming are strictly prohibited. Special permission is required for media representatives or students photographing the complex for personal or commercial use. Photographers can be chastised if their work or presence is causing a disturbance for other visitors.
¦ Charity: Utilize the donation boxes or contact the reception.
TIPS FOR FIRST-TIMERS ¦ You are not allowed to carry food inside the premises. Pure, fresh vegetarian food and snacks are available at Premvati Refreshments located in Sahajanand Vun. The restaurant caters to a wide variety of traditional dishes. Groups can book snacks and meals in advance. ¦ Respectable' attire is expected. Winter (November to March): Weather is mild and pleasant. Light clothes for the day, a comfortable sweater or shawl for the evening. Summer (April to June): Weather is hot and sunny. Light cotton clothes. Monsoon (July to October): Umbrellas recommended. ¦ Photography and filming are strictly prohibited. Special permission is required for media representatives or students photographing the complex for personal or commercial use. Photographers can be chastised if their work or presence is causing a disturbance for other visitors. ¦ Charity: Utilize the donation boxes or contact the reception.
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