Research & Technology

Mikhail Leonidovich Gromov Awarded The Abel Prize

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 03:34:22 GMT

The Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters awarded the Abel Prize for 2009 to Mikhail Leonidovich Gromov, on march 26.

The University of Oslo and the Senckenberg Research Institute Reveal Landmark Scientific Find in New York

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 03:42:29 GMT

Scientists have announced today in New York the discovery of a 47 million year old human ancestor. For the past two years, an international team of scientists, led by world-renowned Norwegian fossil scientist Dr Jørn Hurum, University of Oslo Natural History Museum, has secretly conducted a detailed forensic analysis of the extraordinary fossil, studying the data to decode humankind’s ancient origins. At 95% complete, Ida is set to revolutionize our understanding of human evolution.

T-Rex of the sea discovered in Norway: Documentary on History Channel

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 03:34:59 GMT

New scientific research reveals that Predator X, fossils of which was excavated on the Arctic archipelago of Svalbard, Norway, was approximately 50ft long, weighed in at 45 tons and packed an amazing 33,000lb bite. Dubbed 'Predator X', the marine reptile is a new species of pliosaur, an apex predator that patrolled the Jurassic oceans 147 million years ago.

New era for polar research

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 03:32:34 GMT

After two years of intensive data collection, Norwegian and international scientists are now turning from fieldwork in polar regions to meticulous analysis. The end result will be more, and better, answers to questions related to climate change.

Links

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:24:30 GMT

Other resources to learn about education and research in Norway: Other Fora: The Research and Technology Forum in Canada The Norwegian Research and Innovation Forum at the Norwegian EU Delegation in Brussels Norwegian Research Links: Norwegian Ministry of Education and Research Norwegian Ministry of Trade and Industry Norwegian Trade Portal The Research Council of Norway The Norwegian...

Northern Lights: A Message from the Sun

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:25:55 GMT

Solar physicist Paal Brekke, senior adviser at the Norwegian Space Center in Oslo delivers a multimedia presentation, including film clips on the myths and modern science behind the northern lights on February 5. The lecture is part of the Smithsonian Resident Associate Program.

Science Week 2007 - Climate Action

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:28:45 GMT

The Norwegian Embassy brings together scientists from both sides of the Atlantic for its Annual Science Week at the Carnegie Institution in Washington, D.C.

Norwegian scientist heads cancer research at WHO

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:28:05 GMT

Lars Erik Hanssen was recently named the chair of WHO's cancer research agency's governing council. Hanssen aims to strengthen international cancer research, and will rely on the UN's legitimacy, access to large numerical databases and a focus on general health to guide his work.

President Bush honors U.S. Kavli Prize recipients

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:27:41 GMT

President George W. Bush and his Science Advisor, Dr. John Marburger honored the first U.S. recipients of the Kavli Prize in an Oval Office reception on November 12.

Professor Fredric R. Jameson awarded Holberg Prize 2008

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:30:15 GMT

Fredric R. Jameson, Professor at Duke University, has been awarded the Holberg Prize for his work on the relation between social formations and cultural forms. Grounded in literary studies, Jameson has made important contributions to cultural theory and cultural studies, hermeneutics, architectural and postcolonial theory, aesthetics, film and television studies, and history. The prize is worth $900,000.

Inaugural Kavli Prizes presented by Norway’s Crown Prince

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:25:40 GMT

The Kavli Prizes for outstanding research in the areas of astrophysics, nanoscience and neuroscience were awarded to seven scientists from three continents during a ceremony in Oslo Concert Hall.

Scandinavian Renewable Energy Forum

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:30:11 GMT

As the first of its kind, the Scandinavian Renewable Energy Forum has ambitions of becoming the world’s leading meeting place for Executives in the renewable industry. The forum which will be held annually, is based on a “Nordic platform” and features 50 speakers and over 100 exibitors from all over the world.

Advisory Board

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:30:00 GMT

Composition as per September 2005 Strommen, Wegger Chr., Norway's Ambassador to the United States, Chair Agre, Peter C. Dr. M.D., Director, Johns Hopkins Malaria Research Institute (JHMRI), Johns Hopkins University; Vice Chancellor, Duke University; Nobel Laureate Bergh, Kjell Mr., Chairman of the Board, Bergh International Holdings; Honorary Consul, Consulate of the United Rebublic of Tanzania...

Seven pioneering scientists receive the Kavli Prize 2008

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:26:34 GMT

The pioneering scientists who have transformed human knowledge in the fields of nanoscience, neuroscience and astrophysics have become the first recipients of the million-dollar Kavli prizes.

News and material from Science Week 2007

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:29:32 GMT

The Third Workshop Dialogue with WBG

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:30:24 GMT

On May 26-27, 2005, there was once again a collaboration between Norway and the World Bank Group. This was the Third Workshop Dialogue and the themes were regarding procurement, tenders, trust funds, consulting, education, research and technology related activities

Conference on "Transforming Maritime and Environmental Security & Safety: Approaches from NATO, Norway and the U.S"

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:30:30 GMT

The Conference took place at Norfolk Marriott Waterside Hotel, in Norfolk, Virginia, on Wednesday April 20, and was held in co-operation with Allied Command Transformation, and Old Dominion University.

Here Comes the Sun: Seminar About Auroras, Flares, Spots, and Storms

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:30:17 GMT

The Smithsonian and NASA are hosting a seminar about the sun in Washington, D.C. on June 17

The Sun Through the Eyes of SOHO

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:30:11 GMT

Norwegian scientist dr. Pål Brekke will hold a lecture about the Solar and Heliospheric Observatory (SOHO) on June 15 at the Carnegie Institution in Washington, D.C.

IPY: Climate Change in the Oceans

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:30:08 GMT

Cecilie Mauritzen of the Norwegian Meteorological Institute is visiting New York City for the American Museum of Natural History's Polar Weekend. Ms. Mauritzen, a lead author of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change's Fourth Assessment Report, studies what part the oceans play in climate change.