A photo of Hanoi taken by the VNREDSat-1 Illustrative image (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) - Airbus will work with Vietnam to develop the country’s space industry following a letter of intent inked recently between the company and the Ministry of Science and Technology. Potential areas of bilateral collaboration included the exchange of information on issues related to Earth observation, organising and participating in scientific and technological events, and research into satellite technology, according to Airbus. In 2010, Airbus won a contract to develop, manufacture and launch Vietnam’s first Earth observation satellite. The VNREDSat-1 was successfully launched in May 2013, enabling the country to better monitor and study the effects of climate change, predict and take measures to prevent natural disasters, and optimise the management of its natural resources. The European manufacturer is also developing its industrial presence in the country, where several local … [Read more...] about Airbus to cooperate with Vietnam in space industry development
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Open-office spaces can turn work into a fishbowl
A cubicle-free workplace without private offices is supposed to force employees to collaborate. To have them talk more face-to-face. To get them off instant messenger and spontaneously brainstorming about new ideas. But a recent study by two researchers offers evidence to support what many people who work in open offices already know: It doesn't really work that way. The noise causes people to put on headphones and tune out. The lack of privacy prompts others to work from home when they can. And the sense of being in a fishbowl means many choose e-mail over a desk-side chat. In an open-office workplace, study co-author and Harvard Business School Professor Ethan Bernstein said in a recent interview, "I walk into this space, and I see everyone wearing big headphones staring intently at a screen trying to look busy because everyone can see them." The result can be that "instead of interrupting people, I'll send an e-mail." Bernstein studied two Fortune 500 companies that made the shift … [Read more...] about Open-office spaces can turn work into a fishbowl
Minneapolis’ North Loop has a new co-working space
Those who want a short-term workspace in the North Loop have a new option. The Spaces co-working office opened last month in the Washington building, on N. 2nd and N. Washington avenues. While some of the space is still receiving its final touches, members have already started using the co-working office. "At Spaces, we are all about energy and collaboration," said Stephanie Nemchik, Spaces area manager. The office is about 50,000 square feet with open co-working space and most of the rest of the space being private offices. Spaces, which originated in Amsterdam, is part of the International Workplace Group (IWG), which also owns the Regus workspace provider. The North Loop office is Spaces' first Minnesota location. Some of the amenities Spaces offers to members are a full-staffed barista station for coffee drinks and snacks, bikes that can be taken outside of the office, conference centers and a fourth-floor balcony. Due to the unique layout of the building, the office, which takes … [Read more...] about Minneapolis’ North Loop has a new co-working space
Students chat with astronaut aboard space station
Ben Finley, Associated Press Updated 10:51 am PDT, Thursday, August 2, 2018 Photo: AP Image 1of/1 CaptionClose Image 1 of 1 This April 11, 2018 photo provided by NASA shows astronaut Drew Feustel conducting science operations using the Multi-Use Variable-G Platform that enables research into smaller and microscopic organisms at the International Space Station. High school students in Virginia got to learn Thursday, Aug. 2, about the challenges of life in microgravity directly from Feustel. During a 20-minute video chat, Feustel discussed the challenges of sleeping, showering and even thinking, it’s called “space brain” aboard the orbiting facility. (NASA via AP) less This April 11, 2018 photo provided by NASA shows astronaut Drew Feustel conducting science operations using the Multi-Use Variable-G Platform that enables research into smaller and microscopic organisms at the … [Read more...] about Students chat with astronaut aboard space station
Husband-and-wife team plan industrial artisan space on Military Road
A husband-and-wife team with a specialty clothing and accessories boutique store on Hertel Avenue is expanding into a broader "industrial artisan" workspace on Military Road, using a $25,000 grant it received as a finalist in the Ignite Buffalo competition in early July. Jodi Drew and Christopher Galley, owners of Spoke & Dagger Co. at 1434 Hertel, want to relocate to a building at 26 Military where they can maintain their two-year-old motorcycle-themed retail business while also adding a coffee shop and artisan workspace for the community. They plan to provide tools and equipment for people to "come in and work on their own projects," Drew told the Buffalo Planning Board, which recommended that the Common Council approve the couple's request for a special-use permit. They also will offer a series of educational and training courses on various trades, such as welding, particularly for women and youth, to encourage them to develop such skills. "We have done a few of those in … [Read more...] about Husband-and-wife team plan industrial artisan space on Military Road