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Departamento de Oceanografia e Pescas The Departamento de Oceanografia e Pescas (Portuguese meaning the Department of Oceanography and Ichthyology) is an instutution and a campus related to biology, it is one of the three campuses of the Universidade dos Açores and is located in the Azores' third major community named Horta. Students from the Azores and around the world attend the university for oceanographical and ichthyological studies.
Departing aspect In astrology, a departing aspect is an aspect made when a faster moving planet, the significator, is moving in a backward or clockwise direction away from the slower moving planet, or promittor. A departing aspect occurs only when a planet is retrograde, which means that from the perspect of the Earth it appears to move backward across the zodiac.
Department 56 Department 56 is a major manufacturer of Holiday collectibles and nic-nacs, known for their lighted Christmas village collections and their Snowbabies collection. In 1993, Department 56 was listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol of "DFS"
Department for Communities and Local Government Communities and Local Government, the rebranded Department for Communities and Local Government, is a United Kingdom government department. It was formed in July 2001 as part of the Cabinet Office with the title Office of the Deputy Prime Minister (ODPM), headed by the Deputy Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, John Prescott.
Department for Culture, Media and Sport The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (sometimes abbreviated DCMS) is a department of the United Kingdom government, with responsibility for culture and sport in England, and some aspects of the media throughout the whole UK, for example broadcasting. It also has responsibility for the creative industries (some joint with Department for Trade and Industry) and tourism in England.
Department for Employment and Learning Department for Employment and Learning (DEL, sometimes DELNI) (Irish: An Roinn FostaĂochta agus Foghlamais a Government Department in the Northern Ireland] [[Northern Ireland Executive|Executive, the current direct-rule minister is Maria Eagle MP. The aim of the Department is to "promote learning and skills, to prepare people for work and to support the economy.
Department for Environment and Heritage (South Australia) The Department for Environment and Heritage is a department of the Government of South Australia (not to be confused with the similarly named Federal Department of the Environment and Heritage). It is responsible for protecting and conserving South Australia's natural environment and cultural heritage.
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) is the United Kingdom government department responsible for environmental protection, food production and standards, agriculture, fisheries and rural communities in England. Concordats set out agreed frameworks for co-operation between it and the Scottish ExecutiveConcordat between MAFF and the Scottish Executive and the Cabinet of the National Assembly for Wales,Concordat between MAFF and the Cabinet of the National Assembly for Wales which have devolved responsibilities for these matters in their respective countries.
Department for Professional Employees, AFL-CIO The Department for Professional Employees, AFL-CIO (DPE) is a semi-autonomous "trade" department of the AFL-CIO, and serves as an advocate for professional workers within the federation, and before legislative bodies, the press and the public.
Department for Regional Development The Department for Regional Development (DRD) (Irish: An Roinn Forbartha RĂ©igiĂşnaĂ) is a government department of the Northern Ireland Executive created in 1999. The Department is responsible for planning and policy in the areas of transport, utilities and infrastructure.
Department for Social Development The Department for Social Development (DSD) is a government department of the Northern Ireland Executive created in 1999. The Department is responsible for urban regeneration, community and voluntary sector development, social legislation, housing, social security benefits, pensions and child support.
Department for Transport In the United Kingdom, the Department for Transport (or DfT) (Welsh: Adran am Drafnidiaeth) is the government department responsible for the English transport network and transport matters in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland which are not devolved. The department is run by the Secretary of State for Transport, currently Douglas Alexander.
Department for Work and Pensions The Department for Work and Pensions (or DWP) (Welsh: Adran Gwaith a Phensiynau) is a department of the Government of the United Kingdom, created on June 8, 2001, from the merger of the employment part of the Department for Education and Employment and the Department of Social Security. It is currently headed by the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, a Cabinet position.
Department H Department H is a fictional organization in the Marvel Universe. It is a branch of the Canadian Department of National Defence and is also responsible for the recruitment, provisioning, administration and deployment of Alpha Flight.
Department of Agrarian Reform (Philippines) The Philippines' Department of Agrarian Reform (Filipino: Kagawaran ng Repormang Pansakahan), abbreviated as the DAR, is the executive department of the Philippine Government responsible for all land reform programs in the country, with the aim of promoting social justice and industrialization.
Department of Agriculture (Philippines) The Philippines' Department of Agriculture (Filipino: Kagawaran ng Pagsasaka), abbreviated as DA, is the executive department of the Philippine government responsible for boosting the income of farmers as well as reducing the incidence of poverty in the rural sector, as stipulated in
Department of Agriculture and Food (Ireland) The Department of Agriculture and Food (An Roinn TalmhaĂochta agus Bia) is a department of the Irish government. The mission of the Department is to lead the sustainable development of a competitive, consumer focused agri-food sector and to contribute to a vibrant rural economy and society.
Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (or DARD;Irish: An Roinn TalmhaĂochta agus Forbartha Tuaithe, Ulster Scots: Männystrie o Fairms an Kintra Fordèrin) is a Government Department in the Northern Ireland Executive. The Department is responsible for growth and the development of the countryside in Northern Ireland.
Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Aquaculture (New Brunswick) The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Aquaculture is a part of the Government of New Brunswick. It is charged with the development and support of food production and economic development through such sectors of the economy.
Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (Australia) The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry is an Australian government department. Its role is to increase the profitability, competitiveness and sustainability of Australian agriculture, fisheries, forestry and food industries and enhance the natural resource base to achieve greater national wealth and stronger rural and regional communities.
Department of Alaska The Department of Alaska was the designation for the government of Alaska from its purchase by the United States of America in 1867 until its organization as the District of Alaska in 1884. During the Department era, Alaska was variously under the jurisdiction of the U.
Department of Anti-terrorism Strategic Studies The Department of Anti-terrorism Strategic Studies (Italian: Dipartimento Studi Strategici Antiterrorismo, DSSA) is an Italian organization reported to have been set up in 2004 and under investigations since July 2005 .
Department of Applied Physics, University of Calcutta The Department of Applied Physics was established in the year of 1925, under University of Calcutta for post graduate study in Electrical Technology and Allied Sciences. It is located in the City of Joy, Kolkata, India.
Department of Budget and Management (Philippines) The Philippines' Department of Budget and Management (DBM) (Filipino: Kagawaran ng Pagbabadyet at Pamamahala) is an executive body under the Office of the President of the Republic of the Philippines. It is responsible for the sound and efficient use of government resources for national development and also as an instrument for the meeting of national socio-economic and political development goals.
Department of Canadian Heritage The Department of Canadian Heritage, or simply Canadian Heritage, is the department of the government of Canada with responsibility for policies and programs regarding the arts, culture, media, communications networks, and sports and multiculturalism.
Department of Communications, Marine and Natural Resources (Ireland) The Department of Communications, Marine & Natural Resources (An Roinn Cumarsáide, Mara agusAchmhainnà Nádúrtha) is the government department of the Irish government that is responsible for the telecommunications and broadcasting sectors and regulates, protects and develops the Marine and Natural Resources of the Republic of Ireland. The head of the Department is the Minister for Communications, Marine & Natural Resources who is assisted by one Minister of State.
Department of Computer Science (University of Copenhagen) Department of Computer Science, University of Copenhagen (Danish: Datalogisk Institut, Københavns Universitet), commonly referred to by its acronym DIKU, handles research and education in computer science at the Faculty of Science, University of Copenhagen. DIKU is located in Universitetsparken in Copenhagen, close to Fælledparken, occupying the former building of the Department of Anatomy.
Department of Conservation and Recreation (Massachusetts) The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is a state agency of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. It is best known for its parks and parkways, formerly belonging to the Metropolitan District Commission (MDC) and the Department of Environmental Management (DEM).
Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation of Puerto Rico The Department of Correction and Rehabilitation of Puerto Rico (DCRPR) structures, develops, and coordinates the public policies of Puerto Rico over its correctional system and the rehabilitation of its adult and young population. DCRPR was appointed the following agencies:
Department of Culture, Arts and Leisure The Department of Culture, Arts and Leisure (Irish: An Roinn CultĂşir, EalaĂon agus FĂłillĂochta, Ulster Scots: Männystrie o Fowkgates, Airts an Aisedom or DCAL) is a Government Department in the Northern Ireland Executive. The Department is responsible for policy development in the field of culture, arts and leisure in Northern Ireland.
Department of Defence (Ireland) The Department of Defence (An Roinn Cosanta) is the department of the Irish government that is responsible for preserving peace and security in Ireland and abroad. The Department is led by the Minister for Defence who is assisted by one Ministers of State.
Department of Defense Dependents Schools The Department of Defense Dependents Schools (DoDDS) are a network of schools, both primary and secondary, that serve dependents of United States military- and other non-US - personnel. The schools themselves are operated by the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA).
Department of Defense Directive 2310 DoD Directive 2310 is a policy of the United States of America that concerns treatment of enemy prisoners, particularly those classified as "unlawful combatants". The directive was modified in September 2006 in response to concerns about inhumane treatment of suspected Al Qaeda terrorists captured during the second Gulf War.
Department of Defense Education Activity The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) is a civilian agency of the United States Department of Defense. It is headed by a director who oversees all agency functions from DoDEA headquarters in Arlington, Virginia.
Department of Defense Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process The Department of Defense Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP) is the United States Department of Defense process to ensure that risk management is applied on Information Systems (IS). DIACAP defines a DoD-wide formal and standard set of activities, general tasks and a management structure process for the certification and accreditation (C&A) of a DoD IS that will maintain the Information Assurance (IA) posture throughout the system's life cycle.
Department of Defense Veterinary Pathology Residency (DODVPR) The Department of Defense Veterinary Pathology Residency (DODVPR), formally established in 1983 by Army Surgeon General LTG Bernhard Mittemeyer, resides within the Department of Veterinary Pathologyat the Armed Forces Institute of Pathology[http://www.afip.
Department of Education (New Zealand) The New Zealand Department of Education was, pre-1989, the public service department of the New Zealand Government responsible for pre-tertiary education. Under the 1989 Tomorrow's Schools reforms, it was replaced by a decentralised Ministry of Education.
Department of Education (Northern Ireland) Department of Education (DE, Irish: An Roinn Oideachais, Ulster Scots: Männystrie o Lear) is a Government Department in the Northern Ireland Executive. The Department is responsible for all aspects of education and other related services - except that of higher and further education sector, which is the responsibility of the Department for Employment and Learning.
Department of Education (Philippines) The Philippines' Department of Education (Filipino: Kagawaran ng Edukasyon), abbreviated as DepEd, is the executive department of the Philippine government responsible for the management and upkeep of the Philippine system of education. It is the chief formulator of Philippine educational policy and is responsible for the Philippine primary and secondary school system.
Department of Education and Science (Ireland) The Department of Education and Science (An Roinn Oideachais agus EolaĂochta) is a department of the Irish government. It is led by the Minister for Education and Science who is assisted by two Ministers of State.
Department of Education and Training The Department of Education and Training (DE&T) is the department in control of all schools and vocational training across the state of Victoria in Australia. The department currently comes under ministerial control of Lynne Kosky (Minister for Education and Training) and Jacinta Allan (Minister for Education Services).
Department of Education, Science and Training (Australia) The Department of Education, Science and Training is an Australian government department. Its role is develop and implement policies to ensure the continuing relevance of education, science and training to contemporary needs and the growing requirement for lifelong learning.
Department of Education, Tasmania The Department of Education, Tasmania, is responsible for primary and secondary education, library and information services, vocational education and training services, children's services, assessment and certification services and youth affairs.
Department of Electrical and Information Engineering (Ruhuna) Department of Electrical and Information Engineering (Ruhuna) is one of the four departments of Faculty Of Engineering Ruhuna. The department of Electrical and Information Engineering is the only department in Sri Lanka that offers Electrical, Electronic, Communication, Computer and Information Engineering under one specialisation stream.
Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (Australia) The Department of Employment and Workplace Relations is an Australian government department. It's role is to maximise the ability of unemployed Australians to find work and support employment growth and improved productive performance of enterprises in Australia.
Department of Energy (Philippines) The Philippines' Department of Energy (Filipino: Kagawaran ng Enerhiya), abbreviated as DOE is the executive department of the Philippine Government responsible for preparing, integrating, coordinating, supervising and controlling all plans, programs, projects and activities of the Government relative to energy exploration, development, utilization, distribution and conservation.
Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment (Ireland) The Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment (An Roinn Fiontar, Trádála agus FostaĂochta) is a department of the Irish government. It is led by the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment who is assisted by two Ministers of State.
Department of Environment (New Brunswick) The Department of Environment is a part of the Government of New Brunswick. It is charged with planning land use, zoning development and waste management as well as the enforcement of environmental legislation and regulations.
Department of Environment and Conservation (Western Australia) The Department of Environment and Conservation is a department of the Government of Western Australia that is responsible for implementing the state's conservation and environment policies. It was formed on 1 July 2006 by the amalgamation of the Department of Environment and the Department of Conservation and Land Management (CALM).
Department of Environment and Local Government (New Brunswick) The Department of Environment and Local Government was a part of the Government of New Brunswick. It was charged with maintaining relationships with New Brunswick's municipalities, administering its unincorporated Local Service Districts and the administration of its environmental policy.
Department of Environment and Natural Resources (Philippines) The Philippines' Department of Environment and Natural Resources (Filipino:Kagawaran ng Kapaligiran at Likas na Kayamanan) abbreviated as DENR is the executive department of the Philippine Government responsible for controlling and supervising the exploration, development, utilization, and conservation of the country's natural resources.
Department of Environmental Protection Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is a name used by several states in the United States of America for the agency charged with proposing and enforcing environmental law. The equivalent federal agency is called the Environmental Protection Agency.
Department of Essential Drugs and Medicines The mission of the Department of Essential Drugs and Medicines of the World Health Organization is "to help save lives and improve health by closing the huge gap between the potential that essential drugs have to offer and the reality that for millions of people -- particularly the poor and disadvantaged -- medicines are unavailable, unaffordable, unsafe or improperly used."
Department of Fair Employment and Housing The Department of Fair Employment and Housing (or DFEH) is a branch of the California government intended to protect civil rights. It is the largest such agency in the United States, and enforces state anti-discrimination laws which pertain to housing, employment, public accommodations, and public services"About DFEH".
Department of Families, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs (Australia) The Department of Families, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs is an Australian government department. Its role is to develop social policies and support affected Australian society and the living standards of Australian families.
Department of Finance (Philippines) The Philippines' Department of Finance (DOF) (Filipino: Kagawaran ng Pananalapi) is the executive department of the Philippine government responsible for the formulation, institutionalization and administration of fiscal policies, management of the financial resources of government, supervision of the revenue operations of all local government units, the review, approval and management of all public sector debt, and the rationalization, privatization and public accountability of corporations and assets owned, controlled or acquired by the government.
Department of Finance and Personnel The Department of Finance and Personnel (DFP) (Irish: An Roinn Airgeadais agus Pearsanra) is a government department in the Northern Ireland Executive. The department is responsible for the financial business of the Government of Northern Ireland.
Department of Foreign Affairs (Ireland) The Department of Foreign Affairs (Irish: An Roinn GnĂłthaĂ Eachtracha) is the government department of the Irish government that is responsible for promoting the interests of Ireland in the European Union and the wider world. The head of the Department is the Minister for Foreign Affairs who is assisted by two Ministers of State.
Department of Foreign Affairs (Philippines) The Philippines' Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) (Filipino: Kagawaran ng Ugnayang Panlabas) is the executive department of the Philippine government tasked to contribute to the enhancement of national security and the protection of the territorial integrity and national sovereignty, to participate in the national endeavor of sustaining development and enhancing the Philippines' competitive edge, to protect the rights and promote the welfare of Filipinos overseas and to mobilize them as partners in national development, to project a positive image of the Philippines, and to increase international understanding of Philippine culture for mutually-beneficial relations with other countries.
Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade (Canada) The Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade (DFAIT), more commonly known as Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada, is a department in the Government of Canada which has responsibility for foreign policy and diplomacy, as well as import/export and international trade policies.
Department of Health (Philippines) The Philippines' Department of Health (DOH) (Filipino:Kagawaran ng Kalusugan) is the principal health agency in the Philippines. It is the executive department of the Philippine Government responsible for ensuring access to basic public health services to all Filipinos through the provision of quality health care and the regulation of providers of health goods and services.
Department of Health and Ageing (Australia) The Department of Health and Ageing is an Australian Government department. It's role is to oversee the running of Australia including supporting universal and affordable access to medical, pharmaceutical and hospital services, while helping people to stay healthy through health promotion and disease prevention activities.
Department of Health and Children (Ireland) The Department of Health & Children (An Roinn Sláinte agus LeanaĂ) is a government department of the Irish government. The Department's mission is to "support, protect and empower individuals, families and their communities to achieve their full health potential by putting health at the centre of public policy and by leading the development of high quality, equitable and efficient health and personal social services.
Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety The Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety (DHSSPS) (Irish: An Roinn Sláinte, SeirbhĂsĂ SĂłisialta agus Sábhailteachta PoiblĂ) is a government department in the Northern Ireland Executive. The department is responsible for Health and Care NI.
Department of Immigration and Citizenship (Australia) The Department of Immigration and Citizenship is an Australian Government department. In 2004, the then Department of Immigration and Multicultural and Indigenous Affairs (DIMIA) had an annual operating budget of AUD$700 million.
Department of Industry, Tourism and Resources (Australia) The Department of Industry, Tourism and Resources is an Australian Government department. It's role is to encourage growth and sustainability of Australian industries through innovation, investment and international competitiveness.
Department of Intergovernmental Affairs (New Brunswick) The Department of Intergovernmental Affairs is a part of the Government of New Brunswick. It is charged with the relations between New Brunswick and other provinces, the federal government and for international relations such as its involvement in the Council of New England Governors and Eastern Canadian Premiers and La Francophonie.
Department of Justice (New Brunswick) The Department of Justice in New Brunswick, a Canadian province was one of the longest running departments in the New Brunswick government. Traditionally headed by the Attorney General, the department was significantly altered on February 14 2006.
Department of Justice (Philippines) The Philippines Department of Justice (Filipino: Kagawaran ng Katarungan), abbreviated as DOJ, is the executive department of the Philippine government responsible for upholding the rule of law in the Philippines. It is currently under the leadership of the Secretary of Justice Raul M.
Department of Justice and Consumer Affairs (New Brunswick) The Department of Justice and Consumer Affairs is a part of the Government of New Brunswick. It is charged with the protection of the public interest and, as such, oversees the insurance industry, financial institutions, pensions and rental housing.
Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform (Ireland) The Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform (An Roinn DlĂ agus Cirt, Comhionannais agus AthchĂłirithe DlĂ) is a department of the Irish government. It is led by the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform who is assisted by two Ministers of State.
Department of Labor and Employment (Philippines) The Philippines' Department of Labor and Employment (Filipino: Kagawaran ng Paggawa at Empleyo) abbreviated as DOLE is the executive department of the Philippine Government mandated to formulate policies, implement programs and services, and serve as the policy-coordinating arm of the Executive Branch in the field of labor and employment. It is also responsible for promoting gainful employment opportunities, developing human resources, protecting workers and promoting their welfare, and maintaining industrial peace.
Department of Management Studies IIT Madras The Department of Management Studies (DoMS) at IIT Madras (India) formally came into existence in April 2004, though a full-fledged two-year MBA programme. It was being offered since 2001 under the Department of Humanities and Social Sciences.
Department of Management Studies,University of Dhaka Department of Management Studies is a department under the Faculty of Business Studies of University of Dhaka. It offers BBA in Management Studies and MBA in International Management and Human Resources Management.
Department of Militia and Defence (Canada) Department of Militia and Defence (Canada) was the department responsible for the army in Canada. It was necessary as the British Army began to pull out and remained in place until the Canadian Army was created.
Department of National Defence Headquarters (Canada) The Department of National Defence Headquarters (NDHQ) is the headquarters for Canada's Department of National Defence (DND) and is located in the Major-General George R. Pearkes Building at 101 Colonel By Drive in Ottawa, Ontario.
Department of National Defense (Philippines) The Philippines' Department of National Defense (Filipino: Kagawaran ng Tanggulang Pambansa), abbreviated as DND is the executive department of the Philippine Government responsible for guarding the country against external and internal threats to its national peace and security. The Department of National Defense exercises executive supervision over the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), the Office of Civil Defense (OCD), the Philippine Veterans Affairs Office (PVAO), the National Defense College of the Philippines (NDCP), and the Government Arsenal (GA).
Department of Natural Resources and Mines The Department of Natural Resources and Mines is the former name of the Queensland Government Department of Natural Resources, Mines and Water. The name change was implement to recognise the Government's policy focus on water supply in the current drought.
Department of Natural Resources, Mines and Water The Department of Natural Resources, Mines and Water is the former name of the Queensland Government Department of Natural Resources and Water. The department changed its name after the 9 September 2006 State election when responsibility for the Mines administrative unit was transferred to the new Department of Mines and Energy[http://www.
Department of Peacekeeping Operations The Department of Peacekeeping Operations (or DPKO) is a department at the United Nations which is responsible for the peacekeeping operations that the UN partakes in. It reports directly to the office of the Secretary-General of the United Nations.
Department of Plant & Microbial Biology (UC Berkeley) The Department of Plant & Microbial Biology is an academic department in the College of Natural Resources at the University of California, Berkeley. The department conducts research and teaching in Plant and Microbial science.
Department of Prices and Consumer Protection The Department of Prices and Consumer Protection was a short lived United Kingdom government department created by the incoming Labour government in 1974 when the functions of the Department of Trade and Industry were divided between three new departments; (the Department of Trade, the Department of Industry and the Department of Prices and Consumer Protection). In 1979 the department was abolished by the new Conservative government and its responsibilities were re-integrated into the Department of Trade.
Department of Protection-Security Department of Protection-Security (DPS) or Département Protection et Sécurité is the "security" branch of the National Front (FN) political party of France, which depends directly from the FN's president and is now led by Jean-Pierre Chabrut 1998 Parliamentary Commission on the acts of the DPS ==
Department of Public Safety The Department of Public Safety is a state or local government umbrella agency in the United States which serves to assist the certain agencies in their services by providing administrative, financial, and technical services and support for core public safety functions for some or all of the following:
Department of Public Safety, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands The Department of Public Safety, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands is the law enforcement agency for the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, which has jurisdiction anywhere in the territory. It was created to protect the lives and property of Northern Marianese.
Department of Public Works and Highways (Philippines) The Philippines' Department of Public Works and Highways (Filipino: Kagawaran ng Pagawaing Bayan at Lansangan), abbreviated as DPWH, is the executive department of the Philippine government responsible for all safety of projects in the field of public works. It is also responsible for the maintenance of the Philippine road network and irrigation system.
Department of Railways and Canals (Canada) The Department of Railways and Canals is a former department of the Government of Canada. It had responsibility for the construction, operation, and maintenance of federal government-owned railways, as well as the operational responsibility for canals in Canada.
Department of Science and Technology (Philippines) The Philippines' Department of Science and Technology (Filipino: Kagawaran ng Agham at Teknolohiya), abbreviated as the DOST, is the executive department of the Philippine Government responsible for the coordination of science and technology-related projects in the Philippines and to formulate policies and projects in the fields of science and technology in support of national development.
Department of Scientific and Industrial Research The Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR) of the United Kingdom was a government department with responsibilities for research from 1917 to 1965. Other nations also have or had identically named departments: New Zealand (1926 - 1992) and India (1985 - ).
Department of Ship Technology The Department of Ship Technology of Cochin University of Science and Technology is one of the pioneers in the field of Naval Architecture education in India. The department was established with an aim to create a new and dynamic generation of Naval Architects to meet the requirements of Indian Shipbuilding Industry, Ship classification Societies, R&D organisations, Indian Navy, and related institutions.
Department of Social Welfare and Development (Philippines) The Philippines Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) (Filipino: Kagawaran ng Kagalingang Panlipunan at Pagpapaunlad) is the executive department of the Philippine Government responsible for the protection of the social welfare rights of Filipinos and to promote social development.
Department of Soldiers' Civil Re-establishment The Department of Soldiers' Civil Re-establishment was established by the Dominion Government of Canada in 1918 to handle the major problem of returning Canadian servicemen to civilian life after the First World War. In 1928 it merged with the Department of Health to form the Department of Pensions and National Health, with its former responsibilities being carried out by the Pensions Division (later Pensions Branch).
Department of State (Ireland) A Department of State (Roinn Stáit in Irish), of Ireland, is a department or ministry of the Irish Government. The head of such a department is a Minister of the Government (Aire Rialtais in Irish), which should not be confused with Minister of State which is a junior non-cabinet minister who is attached to a Department of State and assists a Minister of the Government.
Department of State Development and Trade The Department of State Development and Trade (successor to the Department of State Development, Trade and Innovation)is a department of the Queensland Government]. It was created to encourage investments and state-wide growth, and was one of the factors that lead to the creation of the 'Smart State' slogan used by [[Peter Beattie's labour government.
Department of State Development, Trade and Innovation The Department of State Development, Trade and Innovation (now known as the Department of State Development and Trade)is a department of the Queensland Government]. It was created to encourage investments and state-wide growth, and was one of the factors that lead to the creation of the 'Smart State' slogan used by [[Peter Beattie 's labour government.
Department of the Environment Act (Canada) The Department of the Environment Act establishes Environment Canada as the federal agency in Canada responsible for the preservation and enhancement of the quality of the natural environment. The Act specifies that the Department (Environment Canada) will be governed by the Minister of the Environment.
Department of the Environment, Heritage and Local Government (Ireland) The Department of the Environment, Heritage and Local Government (An Roinn Comhshaoil, Oidhreacht agus Rialtais ĂitiĂşil) is a department of the Irish government. It is led by the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government who is assisted by a Minister of State.
Department of the Interior and Local Government (Philippines) The Philippines Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) (Filipino: Kagawaran ng Interyor at Pamahalaang Lokal)is the executive department of the Philippine Government responsible for promoting peace and order, ensuring public safety, and strengthening the capabilities of local gorvernment units. It is also responsible for the Philippine National Police.
Department of the Ohio The Department of the Ohio was an administrative military district created by the United States War Department early in the American Civil War to administer the troops in the Northern states near the Ohio River.
Department of the Pacific The Department of the Pacific was a major command (Department) of the United States Army during the 19th century. It was first organized on October 31, 1853, at San Francisco, California, taking over from the previous Pacific Division.
Departing aspect In astrology, a departing aspect is an aspect made when a faster moving planet, the significator, is moving in a backward or clockwise direction away from the slower moving planet, or promittor. A departing aspect occurs only when a planet is retrograde, which means that from the perspect of the Earth it appears to move backward across the zodiac.
Department 56 Department 56 is a major manufacturer of Holiday collectibles and nic-nacs, known for their lighted Christmas village collections and their Snowbabies collection. In 1993, Department 56 was listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol of "DFS"
Department for Communities and Local Government Communities and Local Government, the rebranded Department for Communities and Local Government, is a United Kingdom government department. It was formed in July 2001 as part of the Cabinet Office with the title Office of the Deputy Prime Minister (ODPM), headed by the Deputy Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, John Prescott.
Department for Culture, Media and Sport The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (sometimes abbreviated DCMS) is a department of the United Kingdom government, with responsibility for culture and sport in England, and some aspects of the media throughout the whole UK, for example broadcasting. It also has responsibility for the creative industries (some joint with Department for Trade and Industry) and tourism in England.
Department for Employment and Learning Department for Employment and Learning (DEL, sometimes DELNI) (Irish: An Roinn FostaĂochta agus Foghlamais a Government Department in the Northern Ireland] [[Northern Ireland Executive|Executive, the current direct-rule minister is Maria Eagle MP. The aim of the Department is to "promote learning and skills, to prepare people for work and to support the economy.
Department for Environment and Heritage (South Australia) The Department for Environment and Heritage is a department of the Government of South Australia (not to be confused with the similarly named Federal Department of the Environment and Heritage). It is responsible for protecting and conserving South Australia's natural environment and cultural heritage.
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) is the United Kingdom government department responsible for environmental protection, food production and standards, agriculture, fisheries and rural communities in England. Concordats set out agreed frameworks for co-operation between it and the Scottish ExecutiveConcordat between MAFF and the Scottish Executive and the Cabinet of the National Assembly for Wales,Concordat between MAFF and the Cabinet of the National Assembly for Wales which have devolved responsibilities for these matters in their respective countries.
Department for Professional Employees, AFL-CIO The Department for Professional Employees, AFL-CIO (DPE) is a semi-autonomous "trade" department of the AFL-CIO, and serves as an advocate for professional workers within the federation, and before legislative bodies, the press and the public.
Department for Regional Development The Department for Regional Development (DRD) (Irish: An Roinn Forbartha RĂ©igiĂşnaĂ) is a government department of the Northern Ireland Executive created in 1999. The Department is responsible for planning and policy in the areas of transport, utilities and infrastructure.
Department for Social Development The Department for Social Development (DSD) is a government department of the Northern Ireland Executive created in 1999. The Department is responsible for urban regeneration, community and voluntary sector development, social legislation, housing, social security benefits, pensions and child support.
Department for Transport In the United Kingdom, the Department for Transport (or DfT) (Welsh: Adran am Drafnidiaeth) is the government department responsible for the English transport network and transport matters in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland which are not devolved. The department is run by the Secretary of State for Transport, currently Douglas Alexander.
Department for Work and Pensions The Department for Work and Pensions (or DWP) (Welsh: Adran Gwaith a Phensiynau) is a department of the Government of the United Kingdom, created on June 8, 2001, from the merger of the employment part of the Department for Education and Employment and the Department of Social Security. It is currently headed by the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, a Cabinet position.
Department H Department H is a fictional organization in the Marvel Universe. It is a branch of the Canadian Department of National Defence and is also responsible for the recruitment, provisioning, administration and deployment of Alpha Flight.
Department of Agrarian Reform (Philippines) The Philippines' Department of Agrarian Reform (Filipino: Kagawaran ng Repormang Pansakahan), abbreviated as the DAR, is the executive department of the Philippine Government responsible for all land reform programs in the country, with the aim of promoting social justice and industrialization.
Department of Agriculture (Philippines) The Philippines' Department of Agriculture (Filipino: Kagawaran ng Pagsasaka), abbreviated as DA, is the executive department of the Philippine government responsible for boosting the income of farmers as well as reducing the incidence of poverty in the rural sector, as stipulated in
Department of Agriculture and Food (Ireland) The Department of Agriculture and Food (An Roinn TalmhaĂochta agus Bia) is a department of the Irish government. The mission of the Department is to lead the sustainable development of a competitive, consumer focused agri-food sector and to contribute to a vibrant rural economy and society.
Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (or DARD;Irish: An Roinn TalmhaĂochta agus Forbartha Tuaithe, Ulster Scots: Männystrie o Fairms an Kintra Fordèrin) is a Government Department in the Northern Ireland Executive. The Department is responsible for growth and the development of the countryside in Northern Ireland.
Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Aquaculture (New Brunswick) The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Aquaculture is a part of the Government of New Brunswick. It is charged with the development and support of food production and economic development through such sectors of the economy.
Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (Australia) The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry is an Australian government department. Its role is to increase the profitability, competitiveness and sustainability of Australian agriculture, fisheries, forestry and food industries and enhance the natural resource base to achieve greater national wealth and stronger rural and regional communities.
Department of Alaska The Department of Alaska was the designation for the government of Alaska from its purchase by the United States of America in 1867 until its organization as the District of Alaska in 1884. During the Department era, Alaska was variously under the jurisdiction of the U.
Department of Anti-terrorism Strategic Studies The Department of Anti-terrorism Strategic Studies (Italian: Dipartimento Studi Strategici Antiterrorismo, DSSA) is an Italian organization reported to have been set up in 2004 and under investigations since July 2005 .
Department of Applied Physics, University of Calcutta The Department of Applied Physics was established in the year of 1925, under University of Calcutta for post graduate study in Electrical Technology and Allied Sciences. It is located in the City of Joy, Kolkata, India.
Department of Budget and Management (Philippines) The Philippines' Department of Budget and Management (DBM) (Filipino: Kagawaran ng Pagbabadyet at Pamamahala) is an executive body under the Office of the President of the Republic of the Philippines. It is responsible for the sound and efficient use of government resources for national development and also as an instrument for the meeting of national socio-economic and political development goals.
Department of Canadian Heritage The Department of Canadian Heritage, or simply Canadian Heritage, is the department of the government of Canada with responsibility for policies and programs regarding the arts, culture, media, communications networks, and sports and multiculturalism.
Department of Communications, Marine and Natural Resources (Ireland) The Department of Communications, Marine & Natural Resources (An Roinn Cumarsáide, Mara agusAchmhainnà Nádúrtha) is the government department of the Irish government that is responsible for the telecommunications and broadcasting sectors and regulates, protects and develops the Marine and Natural Resources of the Republic of Ireland. The head of the Department is the Minister for Communications, Marine & Natural Resources who is assisted by one Minister of State.
Department of Computer Science (University of Copenhagen) Department of Computer Science, University of Copenhagen (Danish: Datalogisk Institut, Københavns Universitet), commonly referred to by its acronym DIKU, handles research and education in computer science at the Faculty of Science, University of Copenhagen. DIKU is located in Universitetsparken in Copenhagen, close to Fælledparken, occupying the former building of the Department of Anatomy.
Department of Conservation and Recreation (Massachusetts) The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is a state agency of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. It is best known for its parks and parkways, formerly belonging to the Metropolitan District Commission (MDC) and the Department of Environmental Management (DEM).
Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation of Puerto Rico The Department of Correction and Rehabilitation of Puerto Rico (DCRPR) structures, develops, and coordinates the public policies of Puerto Rico over its correctional system and the rehabilitation of its adult and young population. DCRPR was appointed the following agencies:
Department of Culture, Arts and Leisure The Department of Culture, Arts and Leisure (Irish: An Roinn CultĂşir, EalaĂon agus FĂłillĂochta, Ulster Scots: Männystrie o Fowkgates, Airts an Aisedom or DCAL) is a Government Department in the Northern Ireland Executive. The Department is responsible for policy development in the field of culture, arts and leisure in Northern Ireland.
Department of Defence (Ireland) The Department of Defence (An Roinn Cosanta) is the department of the Irish government that is responsible for preserving peace and security in Ireland and abroad. The Department is led by the Minister for Defence who is assisted by one Ministers of State.
Department of Defense Dependents Schools The Department of Defense Dependents Schools (DoDDS) are a network of schools, both primary and secondary, that serve dependents of United States military- and other non-US - personnel. The schools themselves are operated by the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA).
Department of Defense Directive 2310 DoD Directive 2310 is a policy of the United States of America that concerns treatment of enemy prisoners, particularly those classified as "unlawful combatants". The directive was modified in September 2006 in response to concerns about inhumane treatment of suspected Al Qaeda terrorists captured during the second Gulf War.
Department of Defense Education Activity The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) is a civilian agency of the United States Department of Defense. It is headed by a director who oversees all agency functions from DoDEA headquarters in Arlington, Virginia.
Department of Defense Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process The Department of Defense Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP) is the United States Department of Defense process to ensure that risk management is applied on Information Systems (IS). DIACAP defines a DoD-wide formal and standard set of activities, general tasks and a management structure process for the certification and accreditation (C&A) of a DoD IS that will maintain the Information Assurance (IA) posture throughout the system's life cycle.
Department of Defense Veterinary Pathology Residency (DODVPR) The Department of Defense Veterinary Pathology Residency (DODVPR), formally established in 1983 by Army Surgeon General LTG Bernhard Mittemeyer, resides within the Department of Veterinary Pathologyat the Armed Forces Institute of Pathology[http://www.afip.
Department of Education (New Zealand) The New Zealand Department of Education was, pre-1989, the public service department of the New Zealand Government responsible for pre-tertiary education. Under the 1989 Tomorrow's Schools reforms, it was replaced by a decentralised Ministry of Education.
Department of Education (Northern Ireland) Department of Education (DE, Irish: An Roinn Oideachais, Ulster Scots: Männystrie o Lear) is a Government Department in the Northern Ireland Executive. The Department is responsible for all aspects of education and other related services - except that of higher and further education sector, which is the responsibility of the Department for Employment and Learning.
Department of Education (Philippines) The Philippines' Department of Education (Filipino: Kagawaran ng Edukasyon), abbreviated as DepEd, is the executive department of the Philippine government responsible for the management and upkeep of the Philippine system of education. It is the chief formulator of Philippine educational policy and is responsible for the Philippine primary and secondary school system.
Department of Education and Science (Ireland) The Department of Education and Science (An Roinn Oideachais agus EolaĂochta) is a department of the Irish government. It is led by the Minister for Education and Science who is assisted by two Ministers of State.
Department of Education and Training The Department of Education and Training (DE&T) is the department in control of all schools and vocational training across the state of Victoria in Australia. The department currently comes under ministerial control of Lynne Kosky (Minister for Education and Training) and Jacinta Allan (Minister for Education Services).
Department of Education, Science and Training (Australia) The Department of Education, Science and Training is an Australian government department. Its role is develop and implement policies to ensure the continuing relevance of education, science and training to contemporary needs and the growing requirement for lifelong learning.
Department of Education, Tasmania The Department of Education, Tasmania, is responsible for primary and secondary education, library and information services, vocational education and training services, children's services, assessment and certification services and youth affairs.
Department of Electrical and Information Engineering (Ruhuna) Department of Electrical and Information Engineering (Ruhuna) is one of the four departments of Faculty Of Engineering Ruhuna. The department of Electrical and Information Engineering is the only department in Sri Lanka that offers Electrical, Electronic, Communication, Computer and Information Engineering under one specialisation stream.
Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (Australia) The Department of Employment and Workplace Relations is an Australian government department. It's role is to maximise the ability of unemployed Australians to find work and support employment growth and improved productive performance of enterprises in Australia.
Department of Energy (Philippines) The Philippines' Department of Energy (Filipino: Kagawaran ng Enerhiya), abbreviated as DOE is the executive department of the Philippine Government responsible for preparing, integrating, coordinating, supervising and controlling all plans, programs, projects and activities of the Government relative to energy exploration, development, utilization, distribution and conservation.
Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment (Ireland) The Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment (An Roinn Fiontar, Trádála agus FostaĂochta) is a department of the Irish government. It is led by the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment who is assisted by two Ministers of State.
Department of Environment (New Brunswick) The Department of Environment is a part of the Government of New Brunswick. It is charged with planning land use, zoning development and waste management as well as the enforcement of environmental legislation and regulations.
Department of Environment and Conservation (Western Australia) The Department of Environment and Conservation is a department of the Government of Western Australia that is responsible for implementing the state's conservation and environment policies. It was formed on 1 July 2006 by the amalgamation of the Department of Environment and the Department of Conservation and Land Management (CALM).
Department of Environment and Local Government (New Brunswick) The Department of Environment and Local Government was a part of the Government of New Brunswick. It was charged with maintaining relationships with New Brunswick's municipalities, administering its unincorporated Local Service Districts and the administration of its environmental policy.
Department of Environment and Natural Resources (Philippines) The Philippines' Department of Environment and Natural Resources (Filipino:Kagawaran ng Kapaligiran at Likas na Kayamanan) abbreviated as DENR is the executive department of the Philippine Government responsible for controlling and supervising the exploration, development, utilization, and conservation of the country's natural resources.
Department of Environmental Protection Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is a name used by several states in the United States of America for the agency charged with proposing and enforcing environmental law. The equivalent federal agency is called the Environmental Protection Agency.
Department of Essential Drugs and Medicines The mission of the Department of Essential Drugs and Medicines of the World Health Organization is "to help save lives and improve health by closing the huge gap between the potential that essential drugs have to offer and the reality that for millions of people -- particularly the poor and disadvantaged -- medicines are unavailable, unaffordable, unsafe or improperly used."
Department of Fair Employment and Housing The Department of Fair Employment and Housing (or DFEH) is a branch of the California government intended to protect civil rights. It is the largest such agency in the United States, and enforces state anti-discrimination laws which pertain to housing, employment, public accommodations, and public services"About DFEH".
Department of Families, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs (Australia) The Department of Families, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs is an Australian government department. Its role is to develop social policies and support affected Australian society and the living standards of Australian families.
Department of Finance (Philippines) The Philippines' Department of Finance (DOF) (Filipino: Kagawaran ng Pananalapi) is the executive department of the Philippine government responsible for the formulation, institutionalization and administration of fiscal policies, management of the financial resources of government, supervision of the revenue operations of all local government units, the review, approval and management of all public sector debt, and the rationalization, privatization and public accountability of corporations and assets owned, controlled or acquired by the government.
Department of Finance and Personnel The Department of Finance and Personnel (DFP) (Irish: An Roinn Airgeadais agus Pearsanra) is a government department in the Northern Ireland Executive. The department is responsible for the financial business of the Government of Northern Ireland.
Department of Foreign Affairs (Ireland) The Department of Foreign Affairs (Irish: An Roinn GnĂłthaĂ Eachtracha) is the government department of the Irish government that is responsible for promoting the interests of Ireland in the European Union and the wider world. The head of the Department is the Minister for Foreign Affairs who is assisted by two Ministers of State.
Department of Foreign Affairs (Philippines) The Philippines' Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) (Filipino: Kagawaran ng Ugnayang Panlabas) is the executive department of the Philippine government tasked to contribute to the enhancement of national security and the protection of the territorial integrity and national sovereignty, to participate in the national endeavor of sustaining development and enhancing the Philippines' competitive edge, to protect the rights and promote the welfare of Filipinos overseas and to mobilize them as partners in national development, to project a positive image of the Philippines, and to increase international understanding of Philippine culture for mutually-beneficial relations with other countries.
Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade (Canada) The Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade (DFAIT), more commonly known as Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada, is a department in the Government of Canada which has responsibility for foreign policy and diplomacy, as well as import/export and international trade policies.
Department of Health (Philippines) The Philippines' Department of Health (DOH) (Filipino:Kagawaran ng Kalusugan) is the principal health agency in the Philippines. It is the executive department of the Philippine Government responsible for ensuring access to basic public health services to all Filipinos through the provision of quality health care and the regulation of providers of health goods and services.
Department of Health and Ageing (Australia) The Department of Health and Ageing is an Australian Government department. It's role is to oversee the running of Australia including supporting universal and affordable access to medical, pharmaceutical and hospital services, while helping people to stay healthy through health promotion and disease prevention activities.
Department of Health and Children (Ireland) The Department of Health & Children (An Roinn Sláinte agus LeanaĂ) is a government department of the Irish government. The Department's mission is to "support, protect and empower individuals, families and their communities to achieve their full health potential by putting health at the centre of public policy and by leading the development of high quality, equitable and efficient health and personal social services.
Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety The Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety (DHSSPS) (Irish: An Roinn Sláinte, SeirbhĂsĂ SĂłisialta agus Sábhailteachta PoiblĂ) is a government department in the Northern Ireland Executive. The department is responsible for Health and Care NI.
Department of Immigration and Citizenship (Australia) The Department of Immigration and Citizenship is an Australian Government department. In 2004, the then Department of Immigration and Multicultural and Indigenous Affairs (DIMIA) had an annual operating budget of AUD$700 million.
Department of Industry, Tourism and Resources (Australia) The Department of Industry, Tourism and Resources is an Australian Government department. It's role is to encourage growth and sustainability of Australian industries through innovation, investment and international competitiveness.
Department of Intergovernmental Affairs (New Brunswick) The Department of Intergovernmental Affairs is a part of the Government of New Brunswick. It is charged with the relations between New Brunswick and other provinces, the federal government and for international relations such as its involvement in the Council of New England Governors and Eastern Canadian Premiers and La Francophonie.
Department of Justice (New Brunswick) The Department of Justice in New Brunswick, a Canadian province was one of the longest running departments in the New Brunswick government. Traditionally headed by the Attorney General, the department was significantly altered on February 14 2006.
Department of Justice (Philippines) The Philippines Department of Justice (Filipino: Kagawaran ng Katarungan), abbreviated as DOJ, is the executive department of the Philippine government responsible for upholding the rule of law in the Philippines. It is currently under the leadership of the Secretary of Justice Raul M.
Department of Justice and Consumer Affairs (New Brunswick) The Department of Justice and Consumer Affairs is a part of the Government of New Brunswick. It is charged with the protection of the public interest and, as such, oversees the insurance industry, financial institutions, pensions and rental housing.
Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform (Ireland) The Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform (An Roinn DlĂ agus Cirt, Comhionannais agus AthchĂłirithe DlĂ) is a department of the Irish government. It is led by the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform who is assisted by two Ministers of State.
Department of Labor and Employment (Philippines) The Philippines' Department of Labor and Employment (Filipino: Kagawaran ng Paggawa at Empleyo) abbreviated as DOLE is the executive department of the Philippine Government mandated to formulate policies, implement programs and services, and serve as the policy-coordinating arm of the Executive Branch in the field of labor and employment. It is also responsible for promoting gainful employment opportunities, developing human resources, protecting workers and promoting their welfare, and maintaining industrial peace.
Department of Management Studies IIT Madras The Department of Management Studies (DoMS) at IIT Madras (India) formally came into existence in April 2004, though a full-fledged two-year MBA programme. It was being offered since 2001 under the Department of Humanities and Social Sciences.
Department of Management Studies,University of Dhaka Department of Management Studies is a department under the Faculty of Business Studies of University of Dhaka. It offers BBA in Management Studies and MBA in International Management and Human Resources Management.
Department of Militia and Defence (Canada) Department of Militia and Defence (Canada) was the department responsible for the army in Canada. It was necessary as the British Army began to pull out and remained in place until the Canadian Army was created.
Department of National Defence Headquarters (Canada) The Department of National Defence Headquarters (NDHQ) is the headquarters for Canada's Department of National Defence (DND) and is located in the Major-General George R. Pearkes Building at 101 Colonel By Drive in Ottawa, Ontario.
Department of National Defense (Philippines) The Philippines' Department of National Defense (Filipino: Kagawaran ng Tanggulang Pambansa), abbreviated as DND is the executive department of the Philippine Government responsible for guarding the country against external and internal threats to its national peace and security. The Department of National Defense exercises executive supervision over the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), the Office of Civil Defense (OCD), the Philippine Veterans Affairs Office (PVAO), the National Defense College of the Philippines (NDCP), and the Government Arsenal (GA).
Department of Natural Resources and Mines The Department of Natural Resources and Mines is the former name of the Queensland Government Department of Natural Resources, Mines and Water. The name change was implement to recognise the Government's policy focus on water supply in the current drought.
Department of Natural Resources, Mines and Water The Department of Natural Resources, Mines and Water is the former name of the Queensland Government Department of Natural Resources and Water. The department changed its name after the 9 September 2006 State election when responsibility for the Mines administrative unit was transferred to the new Department of Mines and Energy[http://www.
Department of Peacekeeping Operations The Department of Peacekeeping Operations (or DPKO) is a department at the United Nations which is responsible for the peacekeeping operations that the UN partakes in. It reports directly to the office of the Secretary-General of the United Nations.
Department of Plant & Microbial Biology (UC Berkeley) The Department of Plant & Microbial Biology is an academic department in the College of Natural Resources at the University of California, Berkeley. The department conducts research and teaching in Plant and Microbial science.
Department of Prices and Consumer Protection The Department of Prices and Consumer Protection was a short lived United Kingdom government department created by the incoming Labour government in 1974 when the functions of the Department of Trade and Industry were divided between three new departments; (the Department of Trade, the Department of Industry and the Department of Prices and Consumer Protection). In 1979 the department was abolished by the new Conservative government and its responsibilities were re-integrated into the Department of Trade.
Department of Protection-Security Department of Protection-Security (DPS) or Département Protection et Sécurité is the "security" branch of the National Front (FN) political party of France, which depends directly from the FN's president and is now led by Jean-Pierre Chabrut 1998 Parliamentary Commission on the acts of the DPS ==
Department of Public Safety The Department of Public Safety is a state or local government umbrella agency in the United States which serves to assist the certain agencies in their services by providing administrative, financial, and technical services and support for core public safety functions for some or all of the following:
Department of Public Safety, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands The Department of Public Safety, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands is the law enforcement agency for the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, which has jurisdiction anywhere in the territory. It was created to protect the lives and property of Northern Marianese.
Department of Public Works and Highways (Philippines) The Philippines' Department of Public Works and Highways (Filipino: Kagawaran ng Pagawaing Bayan at Lansangan), abbreviated as DPWH, is the executive department of the Philippine government responsible for all safety of projects in the field of public works. It is also responsible for the maintenance of the Philippine road network and irrigation system.
Department of Railways and Canals (Canada) The Department of Railways and Canals is a former department of the Government of Canada. It had responsibility for the construction, operation, and maintenance of federal government-owned railways, as well as the operational responsibility for canals in Canada.
Department of Science and Technology (Philippines) The Philippines' Department of Science and Technology (Filipino: Kagawaran ng Agham at Teknolohiya), abbreviated as the DOST, is the executive department of the Philippine Government responsible for the coordination of science and technology-related projects in the Philippines and to formulate policies and projects in the fields of science and technology in support of national development.
Department of Scientific and Industrial Research The Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR) of the United Kingdom was a government department with responsibilities for research from 1917 to 1965. Other nations also have or had identically named departments: New Zealand (1926 - 1992) and India (1985 - ).
Department of Ship Technology The Department of Ship Technology of Cochin University of Science and Technology is one of the pioneers in the field of Naval Architecture education in India. The department was established with an aim to create a new and dynamic generation of Naval Architects to meet the requirements of Indian Shipbuilding Industry, Ship classification Societies, R&D organisations, Indian Navy, and related institutions.
Department of Social Welfare and Development (Philippines) The Philippines Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) (Filipino: Kagawaran ng Kagalingang Panlipunan at Pagpapaunlad) is the executive department of the Philippine Government responsible for the protection of the social welfare rights of Filipinos and to promote social development.
Department of Soldiers' Civil Re-establishment The Department of Soldiers' Civil Re-establishment was established by the Dominion Government of Canada in 1918 to handle the major problem of returning Canadian servicemen to civilian life after the First World War. In 1928 it merged with the Department of Health to form the Department of Pensions and National Health, with its former responsibilities being carried out by the Pensions Division (later Pensions Branch).
Department of State (Ireland) A Department of State (Roinn Stáit in Irish), of Ireland, is a department or ministry of the Irish Government. The head of such a department is a Minister of the Government (Aire Rialtais in Irish), which should not be confused with Minister of State which is a junior non-cabinet minister who is attached to a Department of State and assists a Minister of the Government.
Department of State Development and Trade The Department of State Development and Trade (successor to the Department of State Development, Trade and Innovation)is a department of the Queensland Government]. It was created to encourage investments and state-wide growth, and was one of the factors that lead to the creation of the 'Smart State' slogan used by [[Peter Beattie's labour government.
Department of State Development, Trade and Innovation The Department of State Development, Trade and Innovation (now known as the Department of State Development and Trade)is a department of the Queensland Government]. It was created to encourage investments and state-wide growth, and was one of the factors that lead to the creation of the 'Smart State' slogan used by [[Peter Beattie 's labour government.
Department of the Environment Act (Canada) The Department of the Environment Act establishes Environment Canada as the federal agency in Canada responsible for the preservation and enhancement of the quality of the natural environment. The Act specifies that the Department (Environment Canada) will be governed by the Minister of the Environment.
Department of the Environment, Heritage and Local Government (Ireland) The Department of the Environment, Heritage and Local Government (An Roinn Comhshaoil, Oidhreacht agus Rialtais ĂitiĂşil) is a department of the Irish government. It is led by the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government who is assisted by a Minister of State.
Department of the Interior and Local Government (Philippines) The Philippines Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) (Filipino: Kagawaran ng Interyor at Pamahalaang Lokal)is the executive department of the Philippine Government responsible for promoting peace and order, ensuring public safety, and strengthening the capabilities of local gorvernment units. It is also responsible for the Philippine National Police.
Department of the Ohio The Department of the Ohio was an administrative military district created by the United States War Department early in the American Civil War to administer the troops in the Northern states near the Ohio River.
Department of the Pacific The Department of the Pacific was a major command (Department) of the United States Army during the 19th century. It was first organized on October 31, 1853, at San Francisco, California, taking over from the previous Pacific Division.
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