By lending access via the Internet to biodiversity data in open data infrastructures, biodiversity informatics worldwide allows anyone, anywhere to access and analyze data about all types of life on Earth. In applying common standards, research not previously possible is enabled, and better decisions to conserve and sustainably use the biological resources of the planet made possible.

In this symposium an overview of present and future opportunities will be given alongside recent research presentations and demonstrations of up-to-date tools for providing and acquiring information, handling data and presenting results.

The symposium is arranged as an Oikos Satellite Symposium but is open to anyone, i.e. also those not attending the Oikos conference can register for the symposium.

This symposium is organised by Swedish LifeWatch, GBIF Sweden and Department of Ecology at SLU and it will take place on February 6 2017, in Ecology Building, Sölvegatan 37, Lund, Sweden.

For more information, please visit the official event's page: http://www.slu.se/biodiversity-informatics

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Teri Garr, the quirky comedy actor who rose from background dancer in Elvis Presley movies to co-star of such favorites as “Young Frankenstein” and “Tootsie,” has died. She was 79. Garr died Tuesday of multiple sclerosis “surrounded by family and friends,” said publicist Heidi Schaeffer. Garr battled other health problems in […]

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“We didn’t play well enough to deserve the win, and they did.”

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The Texas-raised neo-soul singer gave Boston a performance that was both intimate and jubilant.

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Michele and her husband, George, saw their incomes triple and double respectively. Michele learned to trust God instead of her paycheck and the results have led to prosperity, joy, and satisfaction. These positive things can be yours too!

Leaving issues for someone else to handle could result in catastrophe.

The new BoschTools.com is live.

OX Tools announced that it is working with Royd Tool Group on a potential acquisition of its Tracer Tools business.

An important part of responsible power tool ownership is to appropriately dispose of rechargeable batteries at the end of their service life. Yes, lithium-ion batteries have revolutionized power tools and other devices by providing long-lasting, reliable power. However, no battery lasts forever.

Festool released the CSC SYS 50 cordless table saw in 2023 and wants to give customers an opportunity to test it out themselves. Tradespeople can test out the tool and share their product photos and video reviews with Festool and other colleagues in the industry.

If you’re like a lot of busy contractors in the walls and ceilings industry, every day can be bid day if you’re working up multiple bids at the same time. 

Following the launch of its first-of-its-kind ExoActive Exoskeleton, Festool announced on Aug. 20 its lineup of fall products that blend power, efficiency and organization. The launch includes a new cordless rotary hammer drill, the KHC 18, new energy sets and Systainers, jigsaw and oscillator saw blade sets, and limited-edition DOMINO kits.

Milwaukee Tool continues its commitment to disruptive innovation, expanding its PACKOUT Modular Storage System with eight new PACKOUT Toolbox Attachments. These new solutions securely lock onto the PACKOUT system’s metal-reinforced corners, allowing professionals to carry more and quickly access tools, parts and materials, enhancing job site productivity.

Dan Corry says funding mechanisms guarantee competition not collaboration, contracts promote short termism and there is a 'real absence of data'

Disadvantaged areas 'lack the capacity to take on the process of asset ownership', according to a Localis publication

These are testing times for trustees, but do we expect too much of them?

Offer too little and you risk failing to attract the right candidates. Pay too much and you risk a backlash from donors and beneficiaries. Peter Stanford debates how to determine the right salary for your chief executive

The importance of training when it comes to new technology.

For many walls and ceilings contractors, the days of estimators working with full-size plans and a single digitizer are a thing of the past.

Technology seems to be simultaneously disrupting and driving change in today’s preconstruction industry.

First, the good news: construction employment has remained steady in 2019—despite recession fears and stock market jitters.

Bon’s line of contractor-grade hand tools and materials for the building trades has been expanded to nearly 6,000 products and includes more than 200 new items in the company’s 2013 Master Catalog.

Selections from Armstrong Ceiling & Wall Systems, BASF, Parex USA Inc., Chicago Metallic, and HAL Industries.

Selections for the Walls & Ceilings Toolbox.

Check out November's Toolbox products!

The December Toolbox features measuring tools and more.

May's Toolbox offers some great solutions.

Tools from Alpine, Miller/Honeywell, Kraft Tool Co., and Trim-Tex.

Toolbox selections from Firestone Building Products, MFM, and more.

The Toolbox feature products from Parex USA, Owens Corning, and more.

This Toolbox features products from CertainTeed Gypsum, Baresque, Trim-Tex, and more!

April's Toolbox features products from Continental Building Products, WoodTrac, Omega Products International, and more.

August's Toolbox features products from Kirei, Plastic Components, USG, and more.

The November Toolbox features products from Benjamin Obdyke, Genie, and more.

The July toolbox features a variety of products from Demilec, DeWalt, ZipWall, and more!

The August Toolbox features products from Ryobi, ATAS International Inc., and more.

The September toolbox contains tools from Milwaukee Tool, USG Corp., and more.

The October Walls and Ceilings Toolbox features product selections from Armstrong Ceiling Solutions, MFM Building Products, and more.

The November Toolbox includes a selection of great walls and ceilings products, including drywall estimating software, scaffolding, and more.

The November Toolbox includes a selection of great walls and ceilings products, including insulation, work boots, and more.

The February 2019 Toolbox features handy selections for contractors from Dan-O-Tools, TYPAR, and more.

The April 2019 Toolbox features a selection of tools for walls and ceilings contractors from manufacturers like QUIKRETE, Marino/WARE, and more.