 |
 |
 CSSC - Centre for Science, Society and Citizenship - is Europe’s leading independent research centre specializing in advice on political, ethical and social issues raised by emerging technologies. Its overall aim is to contribute to a better understanding of the contemporary world by clarifying the human (social, cultural and ethical) factors which shape technological innovation. CSSC believes in the values of dialogue, responsibility, integrity and care. The centre promotes open conversation between individuals, communities and institutions by encouraging trust among all parties. CSSC carries out its work in several ways, including studies, publications, training, and coordination of multicenter research projects.
CSSC serves as a member of the Fundamental Rights Platform of the Fundamental Rights Agency of the EU.
The Centre is accredited by the Faculties of Psychology (1 and 2) of the La Sapienza University of Rome to provide internship programs for training in socio-psychological research
Border Security 2010
3rd March to 4th March 2010
Crowne Plaza Rome St. Peter's Hotel & Spa, Rome, Italy
www.smi-online.co.uk/2010border35.asp
A complete sell out in 2008 & 2009, this outstanding conference will once again bring together leading international experts from across the security sector to discuss the latest challenges.
 Download the event brochure
|
Study Day
THINKING THE UNTHINKABLE: LESSONS THAT CAN BE DRAWN FROM THE PSYCHOLOGICAL RESPONSE OF THE VICTIMS AND RESCUE WORKERS DURING THE ABRUZZO EARTHQUAKE
Seminar Distributed Materials
Rome, 29 May 2009
A study day resulting from the European project
Identifying the Needs of Medical First Responder in Disasters
|
|
|
|
| CORDIS NEWS |
|
Workshop on microwave technology and techniques, Noordwijk, the Netherlands
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
A three-day workshop on microwave technology and techniques will be held in Noordwijk, the Netherlands from 10 to 12 May 2010. This workshop will set out to give a broad overview of the latest developments in the sector of microwave technology … .. read more..
Green Ventures 2010, Potsdam, Germany
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
The thirteenth edition of Green Ventures, a three-day meeting on energy and environmental technology companies, will be held in Potsdam, Germany from 16 to 18 June 2010. The event will bring together companies working in the energy and … .. read more..
Europeans set to crack chronic kidney disease puzzle
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a silent disease that affects 1 in 10 Europeans. Despite research into CKD, early-stage diagnosis and personalised treatment need improvement. Another burning issue is the lack of information on the pathophysiology … .. read more..
Up, up and away: leaving the blues behind
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Researchers from Radboud University Nijmegen in the Netherlands have found that simple motor actions, such as moving an object up or down, can play an important role in determining whether people recall happy or sad memories. The results of study … .. read more..
Picky cells may lead the way to more precise meds
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
EU-funded researchers have used advanced screening tests to identify over 4,000 genes that are involved in endocytosis, the process that cells use to take in substances from the external environment. The findings, published in the journal Nature, … .. read more..
|
|
| |
| |
|
|
|
 |
| |
 |
RESEARCH |
|
|
MULTI-MEDIA |
|
|
UPCOMING EVENTS |
- March 25th - 26th 2010
RISE Workshop "Ethical and Policy Implications of Global Mobility and Security"
Brussels, Belgium
A high level workshop on “Ethical and Policy Implications of Global Mobility and Security” will take place in Brussels, Berlaymont Building. Speakers include Mr Siim Kallas, Vice-President of the European Commission, and Transport Commissioner; Mr Jaak Aaviksoo, Estonian Minister of Defense; Mr Peter Hustinx, European Data Protection Supervisor. Main focus of the workshop will be the multifaceted prism of fundamental rights, privacy and security in relation to the implementation of biometrics, body scanners and other security technologies. During the workshop a Policy Report on “Whole Body Imaging Technology in European Airports: the Ethical and Policy Context” will be presented.
Attendance is only by invitation. Places are very limited. If you are interested in attending, please send your name, affiliation and a short letter of motivation to the RISE project coordinator, Prof. Emilio Mordini, at cssc@cssc.eu by Wednesday, 10 March 2010.
 Preliminary Program - May 14th 2010
HIDE Focus Group on Privacy Enhancing Technology
Lancaster, UK
A market for counter-surveillance is emerging, offering a vast array of methods to protect individual information, whether by blocking, distorting, deceiving or destroying the surveillance means. Another counter-surveillance strategy is also emerging, the use of surveillance technology to control controllers. - May 20th 2010
WORLD PAYMENT, SECURITY AND TECHNOLOGY - EXPO 2010
Rome, Italy
World Payment, Security and Expo 2010 is a strategic appointment for the international payment systems and the security field. This year edition will have a secific session on Biometric Technologies.
Agenda
Click for more Upcoming Events...
|
|
|
