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Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Science, Energy and Technology, Hilary Alexander (right), makes a point to Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Ambassador Yukiya Amano. Occasion was the opening ceremony for the first co-ordination meeting for a regional project entitled: ‘Strengthening Cradle-to-Grave Control of Radioactive Sources in the Caribbean Region’. The event was held at the Knutsford Court Hotel in New Kingston on Monday (April 4).
Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Science, Energy and Technology, Hilary Alexander (right), makes a point to Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Ambassador Yukiya Amano. Occasion was the opening ceremony for the first co-ordination meeting for a regional project entitled: ‘Strengthening Cradle-to-Grave Control of Radioactive Sources in the Caribbean Region’. The event was held at the Knutsford Court Hotel in New Kingston on Monday (April 4).

Caribbean Moves to Strengthen Management of Radioactive Sources

The Caribbean is moving to improve the regulatory framework for the management of radioactive sources used in medicine, industry, agriculture and for other beneficial purposes. Through support from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the region has designed a ‘cradle-to-grave’...
Executive Director of the Scientific Research Council (SRC), Dr. Cliff Riley (left), presents the most outstanding tertiary institution trophy to Mico University College (MUC), at the SRC’s Science and Technology Fair 2016 held recently, at the Girl Guides Headquarters in St. Andrew. The students (from left) are: Shavaun Blaine, Larey Graham, Monique Reid, Rodaine Hall and John Ross Turnbull.
Executive Director of the Scientific Research Council (SRC), Dr. Cliff Riley (left), presents the most outstanding tertiary institution trophy to Mico University College (MUC), at the SRC’s Science and Technology Fair 2016 held recently, at the Girl Guides Headquarters in St. Andrew. The students (from left) are: Shavaun Blaine, Larey Graham, Monique Reid, Rodaine Hall and John Ross Turnbull.

Students Display Innovations at SRC Technology Fair
Minister of Energy, Science, and Technology, Dr. the Honourable Andrew Wheatley (left), presents a tablet computer to teacher at the Hayes Primary School in Clarendon, Tracy-Ann Williams (right); and students Willward Robinson (2nd left); and Rahiem Cunningham. The occasion was a tablet handing over ceremony staged by Jamalco on March 23, at the Wembley Centre of Excellence in Hayes, Clarendon.
Minister of Energy, Science, and Technology, Dr. the Honourable Andrew Wheatley (left), presents a tablet computer to teacher at the Hayes Primary School in Clarendon, Tracy-Ann Williams (right); and students Willward Robinson (2nd left); and Rahiem Cunningham. The occasion was a tablet handing over ceremony staged by Jamalco on March 23, at the Wembley Centre of Excellence in Hayes, Clarendon.

Tablets in Schools Security Measures to Be Strengthened Kingston
Senior Technology Officer, National Commission on Science and Technology (NCST), Patricia Lewin (left), is shown information on a phone by President of the Small Business Association, Hugh Johnson, at a recent workshop for nutraceutical enthusiasts, hosted by the NCST. Mr. Johnson presented on: ‘Organising for success – formalising your business and organisational practices’.
Senior Technology Officer, National Commission on Science and Technology (NCST), Patricia Lewin (left), is shown information on a phone by President of the Small Business Association, Hugh Johnson, at a recent workshop for nutraceutical enthusiasts, hosted by the NCST. Mr. Johnson presented on: ‘Organising for success – formalising your business and organisational practices’.

NCST Hosts Workshop for Nutraceutical Enthusiasts
Training Manager at the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM), Cheryl Nichols, addresses a JIS Think Tank today (March 15).
Training Manager at the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM), Cheryl Nichols, addresses a JIS Think Tank today (March 15).

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Jamaica to Save US$2 Million per Year from Internet Exchange Point

Jamaica is expected to realise savings of US$2 million per year from the establishment of an Internet Exchange Point (IXP) facility locally. The IXP will allow Internet traffic to be routed within Jamaica for processing, instead of through overseas providers, as currently obtains. In addition to the cost savings, the initiative is expected to boost the ease and speed of...
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More Research Needed In Alternative Energy – PS

Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Energy, Science and Technology, Hilary Alexander, is calling on Jamaicans, particularly students, to conduct more research in the field of alternative energy. She said these sets of research, which may yield positive results, will augur well for the country, especially in the application of new technology, and diversifying the country’s fuel mix, which will...
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Energy Expo April 7-8

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Entries Invited For “Vybzing” Animated Music Video Challenge

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Fuel Inspectorate to be Established

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National Science and Technology Fair March 21

The Scientific Research Council (SRC) is hoping to unearth some innovative talents at the National Science and Technology fair, on Monday, March 21. The fair, to be held at the Girl Guides Headquarters, at 2 Waterloo Road, in Kingston, will see students from primary, secondary and tertiary educational institutions competing for prizes in six main categories. Categories include Education and...
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KingstOOn Animation Pitch Competition Winners (from left): Kevin Jackson, Dele Adams and Corretta Singer being presented with their prize by Assistant Registrar in the Syllabus and Curriculum Division at the Caribbean Examinations Council, Dr. Annette Piper, at the Awards Ceremony of KingstOOn Animation Conference and Film Festival, on March 13, at The Edna Manley College for the Visual and Performing Arts. The festival was held from March 12 to 13 at the College, with the aim of seeking to engage unattached or at risk youth to expose them to opportunities that the animation industry can offer them.
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KingstOOn Animation Festival Attracts Large Crowd

The two-day staging of the second inaugural KingstOOn Animation Festival, in Kingston,  attracted a large crowd of animation enthusiasts and experts in the field. Animation competition entrants from over 15 countries, experts and animation educators, as well as sponsors enjoyed a successful festival at the Edna Manley College for the Visual and Performing Arts, from March 12 to 13. After...
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