César Zuleta's Diary
2008
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
Some words as an introduction…
First of all, we have to recognize the importance of this kind of research. In my project, we must also accept the fact that climate change impacts our surroundings and affects several elements, such as the biodiversity of the ecosystems, human life, etc.
When we are preparing for research, we have to conduct an extensive study of the place. We must consider potential factors that can cause climate change, such as variations in mean temperatures, precipitation, and humidity patterns.
Among the possible elements affected by climate change that we can count include fauna, flora, cultural heritage, and, most important, humans. It is important to know the different stresses that these elements are experiencing, and we have to measure in time and space the thresholds that they can tolerate to keep their natural form without exposing their vulnerabilities.
After we have found the stresses, the next step is to find the possible responses to this large queue of issues. It is necessary to find all the solutions to every issue. That’s why we have to take measurements and monitor the various factors in order to create an effective prevention plan.
I will do this kind of work. It is very important for me to do something to help conserve our heritage.
Some words about happiness…
I was very happy and, at the same time, very surprised when I was informed about my selection and the country I would be going to—Australia. During my life, I considered reaching the fifth continent was an impossibility due to the enormous distance between Hungary and Australia (as opposed, say, to Ecuador). My conclusion was that there is no impossibility that man cannot overcome.
I read the diary of Vivien Talbot, one of the selected fellows for 2008. I value the impact this program will have on all of us as we participate in the different research projects. We are really fortunate to be going to diverse places so we can better understand the function of our environment. Alcoa is not just words—it takes action.
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