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Fiji hosts regional science, technology conference

Xinhua, June 7, 2016 Adjust font size:

Geoscience and ocean experts from around the Pacific have gathered in Fiji to share knowledge and practices, present original research and advance collaboration at a regional science and technology conference hosted by Fiji, the government announced Tuesday.

The theme of the 31st Science, Technology and Resources Conference, held from Monday to Wednesday, is "Geosciences, Geo-engineering and the Ocean in the Pacific Region."

Participants at this year's conference are expected to present research on a variety of topics including ocean science, technology, management and governance; Pacific cyclones and their impacts; geothermal resources; Pacific volcanoes - science, hazards and impacts; and geo-resources and engineering, among others.

As an independent conference, the Science, Technology and Resources Conference is hosted by the Pacific Science, Technology and Resources Network, whose steering committee members include representatives from the government of Fiji, independent technical advisers and the Pacific community. Endit