FAO Training in Crop Yield Forecasting. Improvement of the Crop Yield Forecasting System (CYFS) in Armenia: a new approach for satellite data integration. ARMENIA - Yerevan - January 2013.

Learning material (2013)

This manual describes a methodology to prepare the remote sensing database needed for the crop yield forecasting methodology developped by the University of Liege, in the case of Armenia.This manual has ... [more ▼]

This manual describes a methodology to prepare the remote sensing database needed for the crop yield forecasting methodology developped by the University of Liege, in the case of Armenia.This manual has been written for the training in Crop Yield Forecasting for Armenia that occurred between 21st and 25th January 2013 in Erevan – Armenia in the framework of the “EC/FAO Programme on information systems to improve food security decision-making in the European Neighbourhood Policy (ENP) East area”. This manual is intended to cover the Remote Sensing part only of the general CYFS. Despite written for the Armenian training this manual can serve as an example for all other countries. [less ▲]

Clauses d'élection de for et procédures concurrentes : les nouveautés du Règlement Bruxelles Ibis

Conference (2013, April)

Ces documents constituent le support de présentation utilisé lors d'une conférence consacrée au Règlement Bruxelles Ibis. Ils font le point sur les nouveautés apportées au régime des clauses d'élection de ... [more ▼]

Ces documents constituent le support de présentation utilisé lors d'une conférence consacrée au Règlement Bruxelles Ibis. Ils font le point sur les nouveautés apportées au régime des clauses d'élection de for ainsi qu'au traitement réservé aux procédures concurrentes [less ▲]

L’Europe face à la montée en puissance de la Chine : miracle ou péril jaune?

in Revue Nouvelle (2013)

Par-delà le volontarisme des discours officiels, la montée en puissance de la Chine n’est pas sans impact sur l’UE ni sur l’évolution des relations sino-européennes. Considérant la place de l’économie ... [more ▼]

Par-delà le volontarisme des discours officiels, la montée en puissance de la Chine n’est pas sans impact sur l’UE ni sur l’évolution des relations sino-européennes. Considérant la place de l’économie dans leurs stratégies respectives pour s’établir comme « puissance » mondiale, cet article tente de comprendre les enjeux clés de la « stratégie » économique chinoise et d’identifier les incitants et contraintes pour l’Europe d’un accroissement de ses échanges avec Pékin. Dans un contexte de crise où la réalité macroéconomique les enjoint à repenser leur « modèle » de développement, la Chine : miracle ou péril jaune pour l’Europe ? [less ▲]

Evolving science, technology and innovation policies in Belgium: a comparative study

Conference (2013, April)

Science, technology and innovation (STI) policies have gone through deep changes since the early 80’s. Multiple scholars have shown that there are new forms of links, or a renewed “contract” between ... [more ▼]

Science, technology and innovation (STI) policies have gone through deep changes since the early 80’s. Multiple scholars have shown that there are new forms of links, or a renewed “contract” between science, as an institution, and the society: effects of neoliberalism, public controversies or technology assessment (TA) practices are some common features of this transformation. Innovation is pushed forward by policymakers as a crucial tool for economic growth and competitiveness of political entities. In other words, there is a new regime of STI governance. As a PhD student, I investigate the policies of science and innovation in Belgium. Since the regionalization of these competences in the 1980’s, the STI regimes have evolved separately in Flanders and Wallonia. The goal of my research is to depict and compare how constitutive elements of the regimes such as discourses, tools, institutions, networks, etc. have changed in the two Regions. Adopting a cognitive approach in policy analysis, I focus on the imaginaries or master narratives that shape programs and individuals at different policy levels. These levels range from the “micro” (individual interactions in the institutions) to the “macro” (the EU and OECD), the “meso” level being the core of the research question (regional programs and institutions). I seek to point out the local enactment of ideas such as “regional competitiveness”, “innovation-led growth”, “clustering” and its impact on STI regime. The research relies on document analysis, participant observation, and in depth semi-structured interviews designed as life stories of key STI informants. [less ▲]

Tout conte fait, ce sens qui ne va pas de soi. La longue marche d'Alexander Kluge

Article for general public (2013)

Western lowland gorilla populations and logging concessions: is the coexistence possible?

Conference (2013, April)

Timber exploitation is rapidly expanding throughout the Congo Basin. Around 26 % of the moist forests are devoted to logging activities. Logging concessions largely overlap with the range of western ... [more ▼]

Timber exploitation is rapidly expanding throughout the Congo Basin. Around 26 % of the moist forests are devoted to logging activities. Logging concessions largely overlap with the range of western lowland gorilla (WLG) considered as critically endangered by IUCN. However, this species could play an essential role in maintaining vegetal diversity notably through seed dispersal services. Particularly some tree species harvested for their timber may be dispersed by WLG. In this communication interactions between WLG and a timber exploitation are studied in Central Gabon. WLG density is estimated in an Annual Allowable Cut (AAC), and nesting behavior is described. Seeds dispersed by WLG are identified through fecal analysis and germination trials are conducted to assess seed viability after gut passage. Four treatments are realized for the most abundant species: passed seeds, passed seeds in fecal matrix, seeds surrounded by fresh pulp and seeds extracted from fresh fruits. A relatively high WLG density is observed in the AAC (2.0 weaned gorillas/km²). WLG nest preferentially in open terra firme forest and frequently use old logging road covered with herbaceous vegetation for nesting and feeding. They avoid nesting in closed terra firme forest. Seed dispersal and impacts of the passage in gorilla’s gut on seed germination are currently described. Germination success after gut passage depends on the seed species and varies from 0.0 to 100% in the course of monitoring time. The first results of this study suggest that timber exploitation and WLG conservation are not mutually exclusive. WLG are important agents of forest regeneration by dispersing seeds in logged areas. Nest sites in logging gaps could be particularly favorable for seedlings development. This consideration must encourage forest managers to strengthen WLG-conservative practices in their concessions. [less ▲]

Veille internet

in Mondes en Développement (2013), 161(1), 161-162

Internet resources on the topic of citizen participation in international cooperation.

A comparison of piston, screw and scroll expanders for small scale Rankine cycle systems

in Proceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Microgeneration and Related Technologies (2013, April)

This paper aims at helping the designer of micro-scale Rankine Cycle heat engines to best select the expander among piston, screw and scroll machines. The first part of the paper presents a state of the ... [more ▼]

This paper aims at helping the designer of micro-scale Rankine Cycle heat engines to best select the expander among piston, screw and scroll machines. The first part of the paper presents a state of the art of these three technologies of positive displacement machines. The technical constraints inherent to each machine (rotational speed, pressure ratios, maximum temperatures, volumetric expansion ratios, etc.) are listed and the performance mentioned in the open technical and scientific literature is presented. The second part of the paper deals with the modeling of such expanders. Different simulation models are proposed: black-box, grey-box and white-box models. These three categories of modeling are specifically adapted to different purposes: design of the expander, design of the micro-CHP system, and dynamic simulation/control of the CHP unit. The last part of the paper presents a graphical methodology of selection of expansion machines and working fluids based on operating maps. It is stressed that the selections of both the expansion machine and working fluid should be conducted simultaneously. [less ▲]

Alexander Kluge et Heiner Müller, ou quand l'interview devient un art

Article for general public (2013)

Les interviews entre Alexander Kluge et Heiner Müller dans les années nonante sont devenues légendaires, à tel point qu'on les considère comme une partie de l'œuvre du dramaturge de la RDA. Elles sont le ... [more ▼]

Les interviews entre Alexander Kluge et Heiner Müller dans les années nonante sont devenues légendaires, à tel point qu'on les considère comme une partie de l'œuvre du dramaturge de la RDA. Elles sont le témoin de l'irruption de Kluge dans l'audiovisuel allemand, ainsi que de la pensée et la parole de Müller. La publication de leur recueil en français permet de revivre ces dialogues, fruit de la rencontre de deux artistes hors-normes. Diffusés il y a vingt ans, ces échanges sont toujours actuels. Cet article explique pourquoi. [less ▲]

Les sentiers géo-pédologiques en Province de Namur - Patrimoine géologique et pédologique en Province de Namur - 500 millions d'années de façonnement de notre paysage - Itinéraire de Freyr

Learning material (2013)