| Training News November 2003 |
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A free e-mail news service provided by AquaTT on European Education & Training in Aquaculture
Please submit any relevant information for dissemination in the newsletter to news@aquatt.ie
INTRODUCTION TO TRAINING NEWS
EDUCATION
- New Career Profiles on PISCESTT.COM
COLLABORATION
- NEW 6th Framework Calls Announced - Scientific Support to Policies (including aquaculture specific projects)
- Funding to go abroad on Student Work Experience Placement & Trainer Study Visits
ANNOUNCEMENTS
- VALUE ADDED SEAFOOD - Adding value to maximise the opportunities created by increasing demand, Crowne Plaza, St James, London, 17-18th November 2003
OTHER
- CORDIS Express - A weekly briefing on what's new in European research and innovation
- Recommended website – FAO SIPAM: Information system for the promotion of aquaculture in the Mediterranean
- Post your Student placement and Msc/ PhD vacancies on WWW.PISCESTTJOBS.COM
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EDUCATION
New Career Profiles on PISCESTT.COM
WWW.PISCESTT.COM, the European forum for Education and Training in Aquaculture is constantly being updated. Latest content includes new career profiles and case studies on individuals working in the aquaculture industry. These features demonstrate the options available to those interested in entering the aquaculture sector professionally . To view the career section click; http://www.piscestt.com/pisces/careers/
This section is intended to be a resource; if there is something you would like to see, or if you would like to provide a relevant Occupational Profile/Case Study contact AquaTT: aquatt@aquatt.ie
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COLLABORATION
NEW 6th Framework Calls Announced - Scientific Support to Policies (including aquaculture specific projects)
Identifier: [FP6-2003-SSP-3]
Budget 83.1 Million Euros
Specific programme: [Integrating and Strengthening the European Research Area]
Activity area(s): [Policy-orientated research]
The European Commission has published a call for proposals in the area of 'scientific support to policies' under the Sixth Framework Programme's 'policy support and anticipating scientific and technological needs' activity. This is one of the areas covered by the 'integrating and strengthening the ERA' specific programme.
In specifying the instruments to be used in these areas, the call requests the use of coordination actions, specific support actions, and specific targeted research projects. Proposers are advised to consult the full call text at the address below in order to find out the particular instruments requested for each area.
The total indicative budget for this call is 83.1 million euro.
The deadline for submitting proposal documents is 13th January 2004.
To see the call text, please visit: http://fp6.cordis.lu/fp6/call_details.cfm?CALL_ID=83
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Funding to go abroad on Student Work Experience Placements & Trainer Study Visits
The European Communities Leonardo da Vinci Vocational Training Programme provides funding for students and trainees to undertake a work experience placement in a participating European country. Leonardo da Vinci also provides funding for vocational trainers, guidance counsellors and those involved in curriculum development or human resources to undertake a study visit in a participating European country.
A grant of up to €5000 per person is available for the maximum duration. Applications are only accepted from educational bodies or organisations involved in vocational training.
The next deadline for project applications is 13 February 2004
For more information visit; http://europa.eu.int/comm/education/leonardo/leonardo2_en.html
Applications need to be submitted to a national agency in each applicant’s respective country. AquaTT would be happy to give advice on how to submit a proposal to send either students or trainers on such placements. AquaTT has previously helped over 400 individuals in the past under Leonardo Da Vinci. AquaTT is unable to coordinate such a program centrally due to the EC change in policy regarding LDV.
Please contact Caoimhe Boylan – aquatt@aquatt.ie or telephone; +353 1 644 9008
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Capitalising on Innovation in the Curriculum in European Higher Education promise and practice in the disciplines of Agriculture, Forestry, Aquaculture and Environmental Sciences, Gent, Belgium, 8-10th January 2004
The conference is hosted by AFANet and the Inter-university Consortium for Agricultural and Related Sciences in Europe (ICA) at the University of Gent, Belgium.
AFANet, the Socrates Thematic Network for Agriculture, Forestry, Aquaculture and the Environment, has over the past years developed a number of projects which provide models for the development of inter-institutional co-operation. These models have been developed by staff at the grass roots within higher education departments. The models have wide applicability within AFANet’s disciplines.
Aim
The Conference will provide a forum in which to share examples of innovative practice in harmonising European higher education, whilst retaining beneficial diversity, in the disciplines of Agriculture, Forestry, Aquaculture and Environmental Sciences with the aim of stimulating institutions in further developing a European dimension to their teaching and learning environments.
Programme
The conference will first focus on the institutional benefits, for the institution, the staff and the students, from developing a European dimension to teaching and learning. There will also be a presentation on the support that is currently available from the EU Commission.
Theme 1 – Developing a European dimension in the curriculum
Theme 2 – Managing the implementation of the European teaching and learning experience
Theme 3 – Strengthening the institution’s preparedness for international participation
Following the formal presentations under each theme there will be a breakout session for extended discussions and brainstorming in small working groups.
A full copy of the invitation to participate is available on the PISCESTT website; visit; http://www.aquamedia.org/pisces/educational/intro_en.asp
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4th EAST WEST FISHERIES CONFERENCE , Tallinn, Estonia13-14th November 2003,
"Trade and Investment in a Changing Europe"
ORGANIZERS: Eurofish and Agra Europe in association with FAO Globefish
- Eight countries in Central & Eastern Europe (CEE) become members of the EU on 1 May 2004.
- This will impact fish trade in all of Europe in terms of trade conditions, market developments and investment opportunities.
- A marketplace of over 350 million people, CEE will generate huge demand for new and more diverse fish and fish products.
- Focus will be on the accession countries, Russia, Romania and Croatia.
This conference will provide a unique opportunity to meet suppliers and buyers from all over the world
SPEAKERS INCLUDE:
Robert Thomas, Directorate General for Trade, European Commission
Michael Roitman, Directorate General for Fisheries, European Commission
Peter Milthorp, World Trade Organisation
Urmas Paavel, European Bank of Reconstruction and Development
Dominique Sire, Auchan, France
Knut Kvisvik, Formerly of Rimi Supermarket, Latvia
Krzysztof Szymborski, Rieber Foods Polska SA, Poland
William Kuckuck, Marine Harvest, Norway
Jon Sigurdarson, Bara Ltd, Iceland
Liana Constantinescu, UniCredit Bank, Romania
Poul Torring, Utzon N.P.LTD, Denmark
Beat Weber, Weber &Partner Consulting AG, Switzerland
Vlasta Francievic, Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, Croatia
Nikolay Ovchinnikov, Managing Director, Raptika Fish Processing, Russia
Juri Sakkeus, KPMG, Estonia
Conference Chair: Victor Hjort, Eurofish, Denmark
Visit the following website; www.eurofish.dk or click this link: For more information and/or to register click here
Tel:+ 45 35467183 Fax:+ 45 35467181
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VALUE ADDED SEAFOOD - Adding value to maximise the opportunities created by increasing demand, Crowne Plaza, St James, London, 17-18th November 2003
Following the huge success of Seafood International’s first Value Added Seafood in 2002, this year’s conference will provide a full update on the dynamic market for value added products across Europe.
This conference gives you the chance to hear an assessment of key national markets from local experts. Each speaker looks at the range of products already on the market, trends in flavours and formats and the opportunities for growth. This is your chance to spot your niche.
Speakers Include:
Jez Horton, Youngs Bluecrest, UK
Emmanuelle Rigot, SIF France S.A.S, France
Magni Thor Geirsson, Icelandic, UK
Stefan Bergleiter, Naturland, Germany
Philip Smith, Nutreco, The Netherlands
Hilary Khawam, Marine Stewardship Council, UK
Richard Donnelly, BIM, Irish Fisheries Board, Ireland
Kevin Fitzsimmons, American Tipalia Association, USA
Iqbal Ahmed OBE, Seamark plc, UK
Dave Hammond, Shetland Smokehouse, UK
Lutz Asbeck, Frozen Fish International, Germany
For a full list of speakers and conference highlights go to http://www.agra-net.com/NASApp/cs/ContentServer?pagename=agra/showEvent&id=20001014930 or see the attached brochure.
REGISTER TODAY!
Phone: +44 (0) 1892 511807, Fax: +44 (0) 1892 527758, Email: conferences@heighway.com
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OTHER
CORDIS Express - A weekly briefing on what's new in European research and innovation
The service is designed to highlight the most significant recent developments, as reported on CORDIS, the European Commission's Research and Development Information Service.
Top billing is given to the week's most important news stories, while our 'Research & FP6' section features the latest information on the Sixth Framework Programme and other developments in the research world. 'Focus on Innovation' provides details on European entrepreneurial initiatives and policy, while ‘Around Europe’ features research and innovation updates from the countries and regions of Europe.
Major events are highlighted, as are a selection of calls and tenders before we focus on how the Framework Programmes are impacting at the micro level. The CORDIS services for Partners, Projects and emerging technologies provide an insight into the various stages of a research project, from laboratory through to marketplace. CORDIS Express devotes three sections to this content, offering a snapshot of research and innovation activity on the ground.
Visit http://www.cordis.lu/express/home.html
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Recommended website – FAO SIPAM: Information system for the promotion of aquaculture in the Mediterranean
Highlights include; Databases on statistics; directories (aquaculture experts, research institutes, production centres); virtual library; photo library
Visit: http://www.faosipam.org/
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Post your Student placement and MSc/ PhD vacancies on WWW.PISCESTTJOBS.COM
PISCES TT Jobs, an exciting and valuable free online service provided by AquaTT UETP Ltd. to employers and potential employees in aquaculture and related science sectors, was launched on 20th May, on the web at www.piscesttjobs.com. Using a secure and innovative site format, employers and job searchers can post job vacancies and CVs, respectively, thus facilitating human resource development in the industry.
"PISCES TT Jobs is a resource to connect employers with qualified candidates specifically interested in pursuing work in aquaculture or related sciences," said David Murphy, AquaTT Manager.
Upon registration, companies can post and instantaneously edit job vacancies, including permanent, temporary, MSc/PhD and student placement positions. Companies will only receive CVs of those applicants who are qualified for the position requirements. To ensure privacy and lessen the hassle of unsolicited calls and queries, company/organisation contact details will not be published online.
Prospective employees can use the online registration facility to obtain a username and password, post and edit their employee profile, upload a CV and apply online for positions.
If you are interesting in posting a job vacancy or registering for the service, please contact erin@aquatt.ie
AquaTT, the European Network for Education and Training, is providing the site as an additional service to compliment their flagship project, PISCES TT, found on the web at www.piscestt.com and host to a comprehensive education database, occupational profiles, virtual tours, a discussion forum, and marine sciences activities for children.
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Introduction
The European Education Area is developing at a rapid pace. In the coming years education systems throughout Europe will have to adapt to the new structure, curriculum and accreditation of courses.
AquaTT through its extensive network has realised that essential information on upcoming changes is not being effectively disseminated to all parties. Thus, AquaTT is producing this free news service “TRAINING NEWS” specifically for the Aquaculture industry. The newsletter is intended to keep you informed of developments in Education & Training and related areas. Support material will be available on the new European Education Forum website www.piscestt.com . All old Training News will be archived on the piscestt site.
The main target audience for this newsletter is teachers, trainers and students in the aquaculture area but will also be of interest to policy makers, companies and associations.
AquaTT welcomes any feedback regarding content, presentation and user-friendliness of the newsletter. Please forward this mail to any colleagues that may be interested. Please submit any relevant information for dissemination in the newsletter.
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