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*Happy International Day of Lights* The International Day of Light, celebrated annually on *May 16* , is a radiant occasion that transcends mere illumination. The date, May 16, was chosen to commemorate the first successful laser operation in *1960* by physicist and engineer *Theodore Maiman* . This ground-breaking achievement marked a significant milestone in the history of light-based technologies. The main reason for celebrating the International Day of Light on May 16 is to raise awareness about the significance of light-based technologies across various fields. These technologies impact the world. > Light isn’t just illumination; it’s a powerful force that shapes our world! 🌟 Let's celebrate the day with light and joy, and hope for new and modern advancement in Science. > “Science is the light that illuminates the darkness of ignorance and superstition.” > “There is a single light of science, and to brighten it anywhere is to brighten it everywhere.” – John F. Kennedy.

Here you go the “Predictive Geometallurgy and Geostatistics Lab - Annual Report 2020”, published by Queen's University as well. You can find more insights related to: https://lnkd.in/eRV9i7cJ

“Genius is 1% inspiration and 99% perspiration” -Thomas Edison I have a love-hate relationship with this quote. We mistakenly think that all you need is to just have an idea and work tirelessly for it. However, even if you put a lot of work into a bad idea, it’s still a bad idea. What I love is the focus on perspiration. Edison’s lightbulb today owes its thanks to the tireless perspiration of Lewis Latimer, a freed slave in the North. Edison failed to keep the lightbulb burning for more than three hours. However, Latimer quickly discovered the problem: a filament to keep the internal burning wire steady and hot. 2,774 iterations later, Latimer found a bamboo cardboard carbon hybrid filament that was the perfect fit. It burned for 14.5 hours because of the carbon! In 1890, Edison successfully filed his fourth and final patent. Without Latimer’s 99% perspiration, Edison’s 1% inspiration would have burned out. The point here being, perspiration is a group effort – it doesn't have to be one person working alone in the dark, it can be about working with people in the room or across time.

Navigating the Cosmos of Negotiation: Lessons from John Glenn's Insight "As I hurtled through space there was only one thought in my mind. That every part of the capsule was supplied by the lowest bidder," John Glenn mused. This candid admission from an icon of space exploration serves as a potent reminder of the gravity that decisions hold in the negotiation. The Gravity of Trust Trust is the fuel for any negotiation. Just as astronauts must trust in the integrity of their vessel, built piece by piece from countless contracts and agreements, so must negotiators have faith in the bonds they forge. The lowest bidder might offer an alluring shortcut in terms of cost, but the true negotiator must weigh every factor, from quality to reliability, to ensure a successful mission. The Vacuum of Low Cost Focusing on cost alone creates a vacuum in which the value of partnership, quality, and long-term gains are sucked away. Glenn's reflection warns us that the allure of immediate savings is a siren song that can lead to a perilous journey. True negotiation isn't about finding the cheapest route; it's about navigating to the best value — a concept that balances cost with the assurance of safety, quality, and performance. In space, orbits are a delicate balance of forces. In negotiation, the same principle applies. Striking a deal that benefits all parties requires an understanding that while cost is a gravitational force, it cannot be the only one. A successful negotiation orbits around mutual benefit, shared success, and the recognition that the journey — and the relationship — is as important as the destination. The purpose of SMARTnership and NegoEconomics is to create and distribute the asymmetric value, that is to be found in every single commercial negotiation. #negotiation BMI Executive Institute UCLouvain I BMI Executive Institute #negotiationskills World Commerce & Contracting Thunderbird School of Global Management Gražvydas Jukna AAU Executive - MBA and HD at Aalborg University

A must read OpEd by three great leaders - Charles F Bolden Jr, Scott Pace, and Bill Liquori - on the importance of preserving U.S. leadership in space. "The stakes are too high, and the opportunities too great. America must lead in LEO and cislunar space as a foundation for leadership on Earth and beyond, charting a course for a boundless future that reflects common values of democracy, freedom, human rights, the rule of law and the use of space for peaceful purposes." https://lnkd.in/eJT4UheA

Last month, NSBE Aerospace SIG hosted a forum with industry fellows and leaders from THE FUTURES FORUM, OASEAS- Omni Africa Space Exploration Analog Simulation, Equity Space Alliance, For All Moonkind, Inc., and OBAP - Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals on Defining Our Space Futures' Panel. This dynamic panel highlighted critical pathways, resources, and networks integral growing space communities and businesses. Given we have just celebrated National Space Day - NSBE Aerospace SIG, along with our industry collaborators are here to support your career interest in the space industry! For NSBE Aerospace SIG, we are highlighting our #Aerospace #Ambassadors Program focused on developing and empowering local aerospace community #leaders and communities that can foster localized industry engagement. To join us as an ambassador, apply today: https://lnkd.in/g3Wb-KpE and if you are interested in having your National Society of Black Engineers chapter having a SIG leader or existing ambassador support you, become an adopted chapter: https://lnkd.in/gEZyQp4B To our panelists (Dr. Claire A. Nelson, Janeya Griffin, The Commercializer®️, Titus Sanders, and Alexandra Dolce, Esquire), and moderator Enanga Daisy F. - Thank you for your industry leadership and #collaboration in driving space industry engagement across our communities. Watch for highlights from this discussion! #NSBEAerospace #engineering #futurist #spacelaw #businessdevelopment #aerospaceindustry #spaceindustry

Principles for the Development of a Complete Mind: 1) Study the science of art. 2) Study the art of science. 3) Develop your senses - especially learn how to see. 4) Realise that everything connects to everything else.” – Leonardo da Vinci

From its very beginnings until the end of days, here are some of the most important points to note about the universe’s history.

Interdisciplinary research case study: Air Space Project “It is research that takes place in-between disciplines, in the space in-between them... it requires the participation and the expertise and specialisms of different disciplines” Explore the value, impact and benefits of interdisciplinary research in this suite of films featuring case studies of projects at the University of Manchester. Watch the full case study 🎥 https://ow.ly/Phks50QzEC3 Find out more: https://ow.ly/o01e50QzEC4

Ever wondered about the gears turning behind our synchronized lives? This journey through the vast realm of date systems unveils the threads weaving through global communication and coordination. Buckle up as we explore the historical evolution, contemporary landscapes, challenges faced, and futuristic innovations shaping the way we reckon time. Read more 👇 https://lnkd.in/gdEqivka