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An embarrassment of riches: the ontological aspect of meat and fat harvesting among subarctic hunters

If we hypothesize that Pleistocene hunters un- derstood animals to be self-aware other-than-hu- man persons, as contemporary hunter-gatherers tend to do, what evidence of this kind of rela- tionship might appear the material record? While the “turn to ontology” within anthropology has mainly used, as evidence, a group’s consciously held ideas, part of a people’s assumptions about reality are unconscious, and revealed only in be- havior. The chapter examines the potential of the ethnographic analogy, using the example of some contemporary North American subarctic hunters. In particular, I look at how their ontological as- sumptions are reflected in their material culture, such as in their treatment of animal bones, their pictographs and other decorations, their venera- tion of particular rocks, and the significance they attach to certain colors.The symposium and the volume "Human-elephant interactions: from past to present" were funded by the Volkswagen Foundation

Le pouvoir et les peuples du quart monde

Le pouvoir et les peuples du quart mondeCet article examine le concept de pouvoir dans sa version sociologique classique en le confrontant à la situation des minorités indigènes enserrées dans les États postcoloniaux. Ce pouvoir défini par les concepts d' «indigénéité » et d' « autochtonéité » est devenu une ressource symbolique après avoir été tramé par une longue histoire de subordination. Il est exercé au travers des frontières culturelles qui sont redéfinies constamment. L'article note l'usage de ce pouvoir dans les revendications d'identité ethnique et de droits.Power and the Peoples of the Fourth WorldThis paper examines the classic sociological concept of power. in the context of indigenous minorities encapsulated within postcolonial nation-states. This power. based on the concepts of aboriginality and indigenousness. and coming oui of a history of subordination, is now used as a symbolic resource. It is exercised across cultural boundaries which are continually being called into question. The paper traces the use of this power in claims over ethnie identity and rights

Gather, Educate, Prepare: Libraries as Champions to Build Informed and Climate-Resilient Communities

The past few years have witnessed increasing numbers of discussions and programs about the impacts of climate change, addressing topics from the devastating wildfires in California, relentless heat waves in Europe, to the accelerating thaw of the ice sheet in Greenland. The media has described the social atmosphere using such terms as climate angst, ecological grief, and existential crisis. Weighed down by a steady stream of climate news, some people have sought professional help for guidance on tackling emotional responses to natural disasters and climate trauma. Meanwhile, many of us are wondering what can be done. As a central player to build vibrant communities, libraries can assume an active role in educating people about climate change, its ramifications, and practical counteractions. Doing so is especially fitting given that ALA has added sustainability as a core value of librarianship. This presentation aims to inform the audience of how public and academic libraries have organized outreach events to raise their user communities’ understanding of climate and related issues in terms of sustainability, resilience, and regeneration. Presenters will identify resources and potential partners that libraries can consider when planning such events and relevant services. Examples and information provided by this presentation will illuminate how libraries can actively contribute to the well-being of their user communities by serving as catalysts, connectors, and conveners. They will also demonstrate how librarians can put the core value of sustainability into practice and help users prepare for the consequences of climate change

Potential of subdermal solar energy harvesting for medical device applications based on worldwide meteorological data.

SIGNIFICANCE Active implants require batteries as power supply. Their lifetime is limited and may require a second surgical intervention for replacement. Intracorporal energy harvesting techniques generate power within the body and supply the implant. Solar cells below the skin can be used to harvest energy from light. AIM To investigate the potential of subdermal solar energy harvesting. APPROACH We evaluated global radiation data for defined time slots and calculated the output power of a subdermal solar module based on skin and solar cell characteristics. We assumed solar exposure profiles based on daily habits for an implanted solar cell. The output power was calculated for skin types VI and I/II. RESULTS We show that the yearly mean power in most locations on Earth is sufficient to power modern cardiac pacemakers if 10 min midday solar irradiation is assumed. All skin types are suitable for solar harvesting. Moreover, we provide a software tool to predict patient-specific output power. CONCLUSIONS Subdermal solar energy harvesting is a viable alternative to primary batteries. The comparison to a human case study showed a good agreement of the results. The developed code is available open source to enable researchers to investigate further applications of subdermal solar harvesting

Libraries in the Doughnut Economy

This chapter unpacks the principles behind Doughnut Economics and explains how libraries can lead a long overdue social transition by incorporating the principles into their policies and operations. The actualization of Doughnut Economics will bring about a positive transformation of people’s behavior, which in turn will shift the focus of the economy from unfettered growth and opportunistic monetization to the well-being of people and biodiversity on the planet. In addition, libraries can help facilitate a redistribution of wealth in its various forms by supporting and promoting knowledge sharing. The chapter concludes with a discussion of five simple acts that drive home the need to put people’s well-being and sustainability at the center of our economic model

Libraries as Sustainability Leaders: ALA\u27s Special Task Force

This article discusses the work of the American Library Association (ALA) Special Task Force on Sustainability, which identified 52 recommendations, including the adoption of sustainability as a core value of librarianship. The group aims to promote libraries as catalysts, connectors, and conveners to promote sustainability, resilience, and regeneration. The Task Force is guided by the concept of the triple bottom line, which states that an organization\u27s practices must be not only economically feasible but also socially equitable and environmentally sound. The article also provides examples of how libraries engage in sustainable practices to support the cities and towns they serve

Libraries as Sustainability Leaders: ALA’s Special Task Force

This article discusses the work of the American Library Association (ALA) Special Task Force on Sustainability, which identified 52 recommendations, including the adoption of sustainability as a core value of librarianship. The group aims to promote libraries as catalysts, connectors, and conveners to promote sustainability, resilience, and regeneration. The Task Force is guided by the concept of the triple bottom line, which states that an organization’s practices must be not only economically feasible but also socially equitable and environmentally sound. The article also provides examples of how libraries engage in sustainable practices to support the cities and towns they serve