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  • 1Nobel Prizes — ▪ 2009 Introduction Prize for Peace       The 2008 Nobel Prize for Peace was awarded to Martti Ahtisaari, former president (1994–2000) of Finland, for his work over more than 30 years in settling international disputes, many involving ethnic,… …

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  • 2University of Toronto — This article is about the university s main campus. For other uses, see University of Toronto (disambiguation). University of Toronto Latin: Universitas Torontonensis Motto Velut arbor ævo ( …

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  • 3Architecture and Civil Engineering — ▪ 2009 Introduction Architecture       For Notable Civil Engineering Projects in work or completed in 2008, see Table (Notable Civil Engineering Projects (in work or completed, 2008)).        Beijing was the centre of the world of architecture… …

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  • 4Mathematics and Physical Sciences — ▪ 2003 Introduction Mathematics       Mathematics in 2002 was marked by two discoveries in number theory. The first may have practical implications; the second satisfied a 150 year old curiosity.       Computer scientist Manindra Agrawal of the… …

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  • 5Connecticut College — This article is about the private institution in New London, Connecticut. For the public university in Storrs, Connecticut, see University of Connecticut. Connecticut College Motto Tanquam lignum quod plantatum est secus decursus aquarum Like a… …

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  • 6Westport, Connecticut —   Town   Flag …

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  • 7Earth Sciences — ▪ 2009 Introduction Geology and Geochemistry       The theme of the 33rd International Geological Congress, which was held in Norway in August 2008, was “Earth System Science: Foundation for Sustainable Development.” It was attended by nearly… …

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  • 8Nathan Daboll — Born May 5 1750 [O.S. April 24, 1750] Groton, Connecticut, United States Died March 9, 1818(1818 03 09) (aged 67) Groton, Connecticut Occupation Writer, Educator, Navigation school operator …

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  • 9Cornell University — Cornell redirects here. For other uses, see Cornell (disambiguation). Cornell University Emblem of Cornell University Motto I would found an institution where any person can find instruction in any study …

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  • 10The Church in China —     The Church in China     † Catholic Encyclopedia ► The Church in China     Ancient Christians     The introduction of Christianity into China has been ascribed not only to the Apostle of India, St. Thomas, but also to St. Bartholomew. In the… …

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