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International Boundaries Research Unit (Rate) (Report)

works to enhance the resources available for the peaceful resolution of problems associated with international boundaries on land and at sea, including their delimitation, demarcation and management. Since its foundation in 1989 IBRU has built up an international reputation as a leading source of information and expertise on boundary and territorial issues around the world. This website provides information on IBRU\'s activities and services, including research and consultancy, conferences, training workshops and publications. The site includes a searchable boundary news archive, a publications \'purchase and download\' service, and links to other boundary-related websites and online resources.

 
Society for Human Ecology (SHE) (Rate) (Report)

An international interdisciplinary professional society that promotes the use of an ecological perspective in both research and application. Promote the advancement of an ecological perspective in interdisciplinary studies and practice. The Society holds regular conferences, conducts workshops and symposia, and co-sponsors a variety of related activities to further integrate work among professionals in fields pertaining to human ecology.

 
Program for the Human Environment (Rate) (Report)

Recognizes the growing connection between the biological and other research underway at The Rockefeller University and environmental concerns. The Program houses research, organizes meetings on topics of interest to the campus community, hosts visiting scientists in environmental fields, and encourages collaborations between faculty and students. The Program is responsible for communicating widely the scientific results of environmental studies involving the University in an effort to inform environmental practices and policies. It also houses selected studies concerned with the health of the scientific enterprise.