The citation for the medal says it is only conferred on those who have "undergone the rigours and hazards imposed by the polar environment, and who have made conspicuous contributions to furthering knowledge of the regions".

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The prize rewards significant contributions to the development, knowledge and spread of Arab culture by means of artistic, intellectual or promotional outreach aimed at enhancing intercultural dialogue and understanding.

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Each policy brief builds on the contributions of experts at international workshops to review current knowledge, highlight trends and controversies, and open perspectives for policy planners, decision makers and stakeholders in the community.

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Bush also wants a provision he calls "paycheck protection, " which would prevent contributions generated by union dues from going to political parties or candidates without workers' knowledge.

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But more than that, harness the unique capabilities, knowledge and experience you can bring to bear that will maximize those other contributions.

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In an email, Dr. Glassman said he had no knowledge of it but added that the Medtronic royalties were "for legitimate contributions to the development of" a Medtronic device used to treat scoliosis and other conditions.

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In this context, contributions and the role of Higher Education Institutions have put into pressure in relation to transference, production and dissemination of knowledge combined with social commitment and responsibility as well as with the attention to the global challenges and to the building of more just and equal societies.

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