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2009 Holiday Science & Tech Fair

Date: 
12/29/2009 - 4:30pm - 7:00pm
Location: 

Japanese Cultural Center, Manoa Grand Ballroom, 2454 S. Beretania Street

HPR Wayfinder Series: Paul Zorner on Bioenergy Research

Date: 
09/17/2009 - 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Location: 

Hawaii Public Radio, Atherton Studio, 738 Kaheka Street, Honolulu 96814

Third lecture in a series co-produced and -hosted by Burt Lum and Beth-Ann Kozlovich, HPR’s Talk Shows Executive Producer.

A Database of the Safety and Benefits of Biotechnology

The CropLife Database of the Safety and Benefits of Biotechnology is a searchable index of peer-reviewed and approved scientific articles discussing the safety and benefits of agricultural biotechnology.  Studies recording, demonstrating and quantifying the benefits of biotechnology exist, they can be difficult to find - the database allows you to quickly and easily locate and access credible scientific information about the demonstrated benefits of agricultural biotechnology products and the safety implications associated with their use.  Numerous papers relate to Hawaii, found u

Waikiki Aquarium

The mission of the Waikiki Aquarium is to inspire and promote understanding, appreciation and conservation of Pacific marine life.

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5th Hawaii State Science Olympiad - State Finals

Date: 
03/07/2009 - 8:30am - 4:00pm
Location: 

Leeward Community College (Oahu)

30 teams from Division B (grades 6-9) and Division C (grades 9-12) will compete. Registration for student participation is now closed. Winners will advance to the National Science Olympiad at Augusta, Georgia in May 2009.

The public is invited to attend the exhibits, selected tournament events, and the awards ceremony. Some events, such as Elevated Bridge, Egg-O-Naut, and Trajectory, are open to the public. Laboratory events are closed to the public for safety reasons. The competion will run from 8:30 a.m. to about 2:15 p.m. with the awards ceremony to follow shortly afterward.

Participating Organizations: 

Phi Delta Kappa Hawaii (PDK Hawaii)

Phi Delta Kappa International is a dedicated association for the public schools, maintains an extensive network of more than 650 PDK chapters in the United States, Canada, and nations in Europe and Asia. The association publishes the Phi Delta Kappan, the most cited education journal in the United States, and sponsors the annual Phi Delta Kappa/Gallup Poll of the Public’s Attitudes Toward the Public Schools.

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Hawaii Global Sustainability in Education Dinner

Date: 
12/05/2008 - 5:00am - 7:30pm
Location: 

UH Windward Community College, Hale Akoakoa (Campus Center)

Hawaii students, educators and organizations are invited to join in dinner and discussion celebrating their work toward global sustainability. Guest speaker will be Dame Julia Morton-Marr of the International School Peace Gardens (ISPG) The menu for the evening will include only food that is grown, raised or caught in Hawaii. Cost: $10. RSVP by November 26. All are welcome, however space is limited. For more information, please contact Aaron J.

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Conference: US-China Green Business Exchange

Date: 
04/05/2009 - 10:00am - 9:00pm
04/06/2009 - 7:00am - 7:00pm
04/07/2009 - 7:30am - 4:00pm
04/08/2009 - 8:00am - 12:00pm
Location: 

Hawai`i Convention Center, Honolulu

The mission of this conference is to enhance trade opportunities for U.S. and Chinese companies engaged in clean technology and other 'green' businesses, and to thereby improve the environments of the United States, China and the world.

 

This event is being presented by the Hawaii State Department of Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT) in collaboration with The American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai (AmCham) and the Hawaii Clean Energy Initiative.

 

Hawaii State - Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT)

The Hawaii State Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism (DBEDT) is Hawai‘i's resource center for economic and statistical data, business development opportunities, energy and conservation information, and foreign trade advantages. 

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VEX Robotics - Pan-Pacific Championships: Team Load-in and Practice Rounds

Date: 
12/04/2008 - 2:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: 

Hawaii Convention Center, Honolulu

Team Load-In, Inspection and Practice Rounds. A detailed team agenda can be found in the attachment.

 

The general public is invited to competition and awards events as follows:

Friday, December 5:

10:00 a.m. - Opening Ceremonies

10:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. - Qualifying rounds

Saturday, December 6:

8:30 a.m. Opening Ceremonies/Awards

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon - Qualifying Rounds

12:15 p.m. - Alliance Selection Process

1:15 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. - Playoffs/Awards/Closing Ceremony

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