title: Nutrients and eutrophication: introduction

authors: McDowell, Rich. W.

subjects: anthropogenic

abstract: Cultural eutrophication stimulated by anthropogenic-derived nutrients represents one of the most common forms of compromised surface water quality in many developed and developing countries (Schindler 2012). In fresh water, both nitrogen (N) and phosphorus (P) can potentially contribute to eutrophication (Carpenter et al. 1998). In lakes it is more common that excessive P inputs are the primary cause of eutrophication (Schindler 1977) although both global (Elser et al. 2007) and national surveys (Abell et al. 2011a) have increasingly highlighted excessive N inputs as an equal or more important cause. Debate on the relative roles of N and P limitation of lake phytoplankton is highly contentious, with a P-limitation paradigm (Schindler et al. 2008) challenged by those who contend that both P and N control are key elements of eutrophication management in freshwater systems (e.g. Conley et al. 2009; Scott and McCarthy 2010). Eutrophication of temperate estuaries and coastal waters is also common, but in contrast to fresh water, N is more commonly the controlling nutrient (Carpenter et al. 1998).

text: Nutrients and eutrophication: introduction Cultural eutrophication stimulated by anthropogenic-derived nutrients represents one of the most common forms of compromised surface water quality in many developed and developing countries (Schindler 2012). In fresh water, both nitrogen (N) and phosphorus (P) can potentially contribute to eutrophication (Carpenter et al. 1998). In lakes it is more common that excessive P inputs are the primary cause of eutrophication (Schindler 1977) although both global (Elser et al. 2007) and national surveys (Abell et al. 2011a) have increasingly highlighted excessive N inputs as an equal or more important cause. Debate on the relative roles of N and P limitation of lake phytoplankton is highly contentious, with a P-limitation paradigm (Schindler et al. 2008) challenged by those who contend that both P and N control are key elements of eutrophication management in freshwater systems (e.g. Conley et al. 2009; Scott and McCarthy 2010). Eutrophication of temperate estuaries and coastal waters is also common, but in contrast to fresh water, N is more commonly the controlling nutrient (Carpenter et al. 1998).

year: 2013

title: The use of paper in everyday student life

authors: Nichols, David M.

subjects: computer science

abstract: The information we encounter in modern life, in developed countries, is a hybrid of the physical and the digital. Personal archiving tools allow users to capture and retrieve aspects of their everyday lives in digital form. In this paper we use a diary study of students’ interactions with paper-based information to inform the design of such archiving tools.

text: The use of paper in everyday student life The information we encounter in modern life, in developed countries, is a hybrid of the physical and the digital. Personal archiving tools allow users to capture and retrieve aspects of their everyday lives in digital form. In this paper we use a diary study of students’ interactions with paper-based information to inform the design of such archiving tools.

year: 2009

title: Kia rehe te matau, kia rehe te maui

authors: Winiata, Te Whatanui Huia

subjects: Taiaha, Maori business, maori development

abstract: The theory of applying successful military strategy to the world of business is not a new concept.  The connection between these two environments has often been explored, and works by Sun Tzu and others promote the connection between the battlefield and the boardroom.  The cut and thrust of the business realm is often likened to combat, and the guiding principles and beliefs that influence Generals and Field Commanders are in many ways identical to those of executives and Chief Executive Officers.

This thesis is interested in exploring the interconnectedness between battle and business from a Māori perspective.  In particular, this study explores the link between the Māori weapon known as the taiaha, and Māori business, in the belief that the lessons learnt from the various taiaha schools can be transferred to Māori business.  Likewise, the beliefs, principles and philosophies that are instilled within warriors while training with the taiaha have a valid place within Māori business, and when applied to the Māori business arena, have beneficial outcomes for those involved.

This study highlights fundamental taiaha principles that are applicable to the Māori business world.  These beliefs have been identified by a number of taiaha experts as well as successful Māori business operators.  The long term purpose of this thesis is to support Māori entering into business, by highlighting traditional values that are taught through the medium of taiaha, and showing how they can be applied to business.

text: Kia rehe te matau, kia rehe te maui The theory of applying successful military strategy to the world of business is not a new concept.  The connection between these two environments has often been explored, and works by Sun Tzu and others promote the connection between the battlefield and the boardroom.  The cut and thrust of the business realm is often likened to combat, and the guiding principles and beliefs that influence Generals and Field Commanders are in many ways identical to those of executives and Chief Executive Officers.

This thesis is interested in exploring the interconnectedness between battle and business from a Māori perspective.  In particular, this study explores the link between the Māori weapon known as the taiaha, and Māori business, in the belief that the lessons learnt from the various taiaha schools can be transferred to Māori business.  Likewise, the beliefs, principles and philosophies that are instilled within warriors while training with the taiaha have a valid place within Māori business, and when applied to the Māori business arena, have beneficial outcomes for those involved.

This study highlights fundamental taiaha principles that are applicable to the Māori business world.  These beliefs have been identified by a number of taiaha experts as well as successful Māori business operators.  The long term purpose of this thesis is to support Māori entering into business, by highlighting traditional values that are taught through the medium of taiaha, and showing how they can be applied to business.

year: 2013