Biometrics

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .pdf   |   12 pages
Document abstract : «Increasing international communications in volume and diversity (physical or virtual) as well as increasing threats (terrorism, piracy) appeal for a need to identify individuals. Indeed, important issues raise the numbers of terrorists,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Context.. What are biometrics?. How biometrics work.. Adoption of biometrics.. Applications.. Advantages.. Disadvantages.. Concerns regarding new technology.. Bioinfoethics.. References.....»

Shrek

Arts & media   |   Film studies   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Shrek the ugly, antisocial Ogre is happy living by himself in his swamp, frightening away any visitors, until he rescues a non-stop talking donkey and then gets invaded by a host of displaced fairy tale characters, evicted by the evil Lord Farquaad...»

Synopsis abstract : «Summary.. Movie information.. The cast of the dubbing.. Characters.. Activities.. The characters: Presentation and in what way they differ from Disney's cartoons.. Anachronisms listed in the sequences presented.. Conclusion.....»

Fighting against AIDS: Acting for human rights and development

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «If developing countries have to cope with many handicaps setbacks as well as in terms of political development, then one of the main plagues that seriously affects these countries is the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Indeed, 40 million people worldwide are...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Human rights at the heart of the fight against HIV/AIDS.. The contribution of AIDS programs in development and human rights advances.. Conclusion.. References.....»

Drugs and globalization

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Relations between drugs and international trade are a long story, we could think of the 19th century and the important consumption of opium in Europe, as can be seen for example in the film From Hell. Opium was obviously not produced in Europe for...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Drugs are a traditionally transnational good: Which changes did globalization bring?. Globalised drug economy.. Impact of globalization on drug production and trade.. Minor consequences in industrialized countries and major changes in...»

The hidden side of counter-terrorist measures: a threat to the civil liberties

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «While watching the movie "in the name of the father", I was like everyone else, I assume, was deeply moved and overwhelmed by the gravity of the miscarriage of justice and police force abuses of which the protagonists were victim. However, what...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The Prevention of Terrorism Act: A threat to civil liberties.. History of the acts.. Powers contained in the acts.. Consequences of the Prevention of Terrorism Act: Miscarriage of justice and police blunders.. Uses of the...»

Amsterdam presentation

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Nowadays, Amsterdam, the Dutch capital, is a city well-known in all Europe, thanks to its great charm, due to the global architecture of the city and the inhabitants' conception of life. The town, which has been a famous trade center for four...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The Amsterdamer way of life.. The houses.. Means of transport.. The Rijksmuseum, a national pride.. Amsterdam as the centre of world trade, by Pieter Isaacsz, 1606.. The doll's houses.. The kitchen maid, Vermeer, 1642.. The Jewish...»

New Rome

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «French Minister Hubert Vedrine has admitted that since the fall of the Soviet Union's America is the only "superpower". The United States is no longer in competition with other countries. America seems to be invulnerable and rules over international...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. America and its worldwide leadership.. Preserving national interests in an unstable world.. Conclusion.....»

A new type of tourism: Activity-based tourism, the examples of dark tourism and sport tourism

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «During the last decades, we have witnessed the existence of a tourism consumption model were consumers massively colonized all destinations worldwide indifferent to quality, environment and local cultures. However, for a few years, we have noticed...»

Synopsis abstract : «Executive summary.. Introduction.. Travel: More activity based than destination based.. Change in values and demand.. The rise of a new tourist.. The appereance of new tourism products.. A new model of consumer motivation for travel.. Sport...»

Comments on "Thank you for smoking" by Jason Reitman in the light of business ethics

Arts & media   |   Film studies   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «"Thank you For Smoking" is a movie from 2005, about a tobacco industry lobbyist, Nick Naylor. As the negative effects of tobacco on health are no longer easy to deny, the tobacco companies join in the creation of the Academy of Tobacco Studies. The...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Nick's only real friends.. A deal for product placement in a sci-fi blockbuster.. An example of the perfect negation of business ethics.. Nick respects freedom of opinion above all. . Conclusion.. Bibliogr...»

The business travel industry in Lyon

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The Business Travel and Tourism industry is one the most dynamic sub market of the MICE market at this time. There are many definitions relating to the MICE market which make it difficult to define. However, MICE stand for Meetings, Incentives,...»

Synopsis abstract : «An overview of the business travel market globally.. The origin of the business travel market.. A market dominated by Europe.. Lyon case study.. The business travel market in France: Lyon a redoubtable competitor.. The growth of the business travel...»

What makes a popular soap opera?

Arts & media   |   Film studies   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «A soap opera is a work of fiction taking the form of a serial, generally televised or radio phonic. They made their appearance with the radio in the Thirties. When the large networks started to develop, naturally these series followed .This...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Definition of the subject.. The main characteristics.. Soap as an entertainment.. The main reasons.. The influence of soaps in society.. Soap as an educative programme.. Soaps as a social identification programme.. Soap as a gendered...»

Rapport de stage "State Street Bank"

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «The Grand Duchy of Luxembourg is a sovereign state of 2 500 square kilometers bordered by Belgium, France and Germany. It has a population of over 455 000 of which 38.6 % are foreigners. The city of Luxembourg has a population of 77 300. Each...»

Synopsis abstract : «Luxembourg.. Population.. Languages.. Business.. State street bank.. What is State Street Bank.. Why State Street Bank is a leader.. Their core business.. DB Trustee.. Role of the service.. My tasks.. Special work.. Conclusion.. Personal...»

Will Narco-trafficking ever stop in Afghanistan?

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «Since December 1979 and the Soviet Christmas invasion of the country, we could say that peace has never been satisfactorily reached again in the country. The Afghan War has firstly destroyed the country from 1979 to 1989 and caused the death of...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Opium cultivation: Increas in the post 9.11 Afghanistan.. Poppy culture in Afghanistan: Reasons why it appeared.. Opium is still a mainstay of this highly unstable society.. Usual methods used for the drug wars.. The failure of the...»

Research methodology business tourism in France

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Welcome to the wonderful and interesting world of Business Tourism! This essay is the second step of a huge research to find solutions to questions in this market of the wider tourism industry. Meetings, incentives, conferences, exhibitions, outdoor...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The problem statement.. The preliminary literature review.. Definition of the business tourism.. Overview of the tourism industry.. Synopsis of the market.. The major international trends and challenges of the business tourism...»

Euro Disney case

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Disneyland Park is one of the theme parks belonging to the Walt Disney Company. It is settled in Marne-la-Vallée, near Paris (France). The theme park opened on April 12th 1992 as Euro Disneyland. In 1994, it was renamed Disneyland Paris until 2002....»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The sources of business.. The wish to revitalize the experience of the park.. The wish to focus on the specificity of the Disney hotels.. The wish to distinguish the new visitors from the ones who have already come.. The wish to...»

New British second homeowners in the French countryside: The Cathar country's case

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Case study   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   24 pages
Document abstract : «The study examined the motivations of the British buying a second home in France and more particularly in the "Cathar Country". The research then focused on their economic impacts on the region, and their integration in the local community....»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract.. Introduction.. Literature review.. Motivations of to buy a second home in the French countryside.. Impacts of second homes development.. The Cathar country.. Aims of the...»

United Kingdom: In and out of Europe

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «The United Kingdom has always been in and out of Europe. Such posturing is in keeping with a series of mantras [religious beliefs] upon which Britain's policy towards Europe is predicated. The latter have never been really challenged in the last...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The set of principles underlying Britain's attitude towards Europe.. Keeping a balance of power.. Meddling only when it is necessary.. Defending Britain's self-interest.. Historical evolution of Britain's Relationship with...»

Sampling methods

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «As time and resources available are limited, we cannot interview all members of a population. Therefore, researchers use sampling to obtain the information they need. They select a limited number of people (a sample) to represent the characteristics...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Meaning of Probability sampling.. Simple random sampling.. Systematic sampling.. Advantages and disadvantages.. Stratified random sampling.. Random route sampling.. Multistage sampling.. Cluster sampling.. Non-probability...»

The Russian business culture

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «With the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991, Russia emerged as a nation. A new constitution was adopted in 1993, representing the end of communism. Russia has now a federation style government with a market economy ("CIA", The World FactBook:...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Key values of the russian culture.. The notion of collectivism.. The notion of egalitarianism.. The particular and enigmatic notion of 'dusha' or 'soul'.. The russian business culture and its implications.. Russia, a high-context...»

Harley-Davidson

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The Harley-Davidson brand was created in 1903 by William S. Harley and the Davidson brothers. At the beginning, Harley-Davidson was built to be race motorcycles. As soon as 1907, the brand won several races, which allowed for the recognition from...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Harley-Davidson's values and products.. The heart of Harley-Davidson's business.. Employee involvement.. Products.. Marketing strategy: Image advertising.. Sponsorship.. Partnership.. Racing department.. Policemen and GI's. Cultural...»

Romania

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   2 pages
Document abstract : «Romania is the old roman province of Dacie created in the II nd century. Since the IIIrd century, it was invaded but the farmers went to the mountains and kept their latin language and traditions. Between the Xth and the XIIIth, Orthodox...»

Synopsis abstract : «Brief history.. Political system.. Religious data.. The Orthodox Church.. The Catholic Church.. Romania's Protestant community.. Romania's Jewish community.. Romania's Muslim community.. Relationship between the State and the...»

Music and politics (2004)

Arts & media   |   Arts and art history   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   13 pages
Document abstract : «Art is often seen as a way to escape from reality, to enter a new universe, and indeed it is. Art has to create emotions, to make people understand how irrational their life can be or sometimes just to make the beauty hidden from their eyes appears....»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The use of music in politics.. Music as a means to gather.. Music as a means to exist.. Music as a way to control ideas.. Subversive music.. Different kind of subversive music.. Rock music.. Jazz.. Hip Hop music.. Means for musicians...»

Discuss the methods by which Britain became a great power

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «The very notion of power and by extension the one of great power, have always been elaborate concepts to grasp. Should one study the strength of a nation from a historical perspective, then it appears that the notion of great power could only be...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The keystone of Britain's power.. The tight relationship between the Throne and the merchants.. The first half-nineteenth century shift.. Industrialization and the glorious revolution.. An early-modernized financial system.. The...»

Democratic Republic of Sao Tomé e Principe: Parties, influence groups and human rights

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «The islands of Sao Tomé and Principe were colonized by the Portuguese in the 16th century and were then used as a slave trading point. Later in the 19th century they began to export cocoa. After the decolonization in 1951 the country finally came to...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Analysis of parties, influence groups and the human rights situation in Sao Tome e Principe.. The system of multipartyism: Parties in general.. Different political parties.. The leaders.. Civilian society.. Human rights.. Current...»

Corporate social responsibility: The example of Air France-KLM

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «This group was created in 2004 through the merger of Air France and KLM and is now the world leader in terms of international passenger traffic. In addition, the financial results have been improved considerably over the last few years. But how is...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Meaning of corporate governance & business ethics.. Definition of corporate governance and responsibility.. Definition of business ethics.. Air France klm: Company background.. Corporate social responsibily report...»

Absinthe

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/19/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Have you ever read Poe's, Maupassant's or Hemingway's works, examined Van Gogh's, Picasso's, Toulouse-Lautrec's or Manet's paintings, or even studied Baudelaire's, Rimbaud's or Wilde's pieces of art? Chances are you have, which means that you have...»

Synopsis abstract : «A romantic alcohol.. A unique history.. The ban and the underground century of absinthe.. The revival.. The world of absintheurs today.. Bibliography.....»

William Hogarth (1697-1764)

Arts & media   |   Arts and art history   |   Presentation   |   01/19/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The exhibition about William Hogarth at the Louvre museum is an essential one for many reasons. First of all, it is the first time that such a retrospect is held in France to honor the British painter. Besides, it is the occasion to discover or...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introducing the exhibition.. Biographic details.. Self-portraits.. The conversation piece.. The social satire.. The aesthetic of progress.. The art of portrait.. The Line of Beauty.. The masterpiece: Marriage A-la-Mode.. The Election...»

Violence in South Africa

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/19/2009   |   .doc   |   13 pages
Document abstract : «While South Africa is one of the richest countries of Africa, why is there so much violence? 25 of the biggest African firms are South African, and its economy is the largest and the most developed on the continent. It grows by 5% every year. Yet,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. History.. Before the apartheid.. During the apartheid.. After the apartheid.. Facts.. Crime and gun.. Women and AIDS.. Different forms of discrimination.. Reactions.. In South Africa.. In Africa.. In the...»

Analysis of do the right thing, spike lee (1989)

Arts & media   |   Film studies   |   Presentation   |   01/19/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Do the Right Thing was released in May 1989 in Cannes. Spike Lee directed, produced and wrote the screenplay for the film. It tackles the subject of race relations by depicting the ethnic communities of the Brooklyn's Bedford-Stuyvesant...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The clash of communities and the African Americans' cause.. The main theme of 'Do the Right Things'.. The main tension between Buggin' Out and the Italian-American owners.. The African Americans civil rights movement.. The main issue...»

Burundi: Will the heart of Africa stay poor for ever?

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/19/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «Burundi is a landlocked country, with an equatorial climate, on the east of Africa. The country is called "The heart of Africa" and it is located in a hilly and mountainous place, dropping to a plateau towards the east. There are some plains but no...»

Synopsis abstract : «General introduction.. History of Burundi.. Before the colonization.. During the colonization.. Since the decolonization.. The current economic situation.. GDP.. GDP per capita.. Natural resources and sectors.. Exports and imports Partners.. The...»

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