Recent Articles
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Dual laminates gaining in corrosive environments
Alan Kelsky EngineeringWhen it comes to the handling, storing and distribution of all types of liquid solutions within chemical manufacturing plants, composites enjoy a well-earned place for durability. In general, they are among the most cost-effective anti-corrosion materials used in the chemical industry today.
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How to protect your hearing while shooting
John McAdams Recreation & LeisureA good sense of hearing is important during day-to-day living. However, your hearing is also vulnerable to damage from extremely loud noises, which makes hunters and shooters especially vulnerable to hearing loss.
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No more like gates: Rethinking your Facebook marketing plans
Jessica Taylor MarketingJust as you were on the trend of increasing your "likes," now you have to start all over with your Facebook marketing tactics. Beginning tomorrow, Facebook is taking down the "like gate" — when you force Facebook users to like your Page.
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Crabbing on the Oregon coast is a remarkable experience
Laura Weaver Recreation & LeisureI caught crabs on the Oregon coast — at least that's what my T-shirt says. And it's true, what a memorable and remarkable camping and fishing adventure to experience. It was somewhat challenging and required a little bit of luck, but it provided memories to last a lifetime.
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Nobel Prize winners map path forward for Alzheimer’s research
Dr. Denise A. Valenti Mental HealthcareThe Nobel Peace Prize in Physiology or Medicine for 2014 was awarded to John O'Keefe, May-Britt Moser and Edvard Moser. The honor calls attention to their study of the brain cells that are damaged in Alzheimer's disease.
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Retailers shoring up supply chains to avoid last year’s holiday mess
Piyush Bakshi Distribution & WarehousingAs the holiday season approaches, retailers are working diligently to get right the crucial elements of logistics and supply chain so that customer expectations of timely delivery and customer service are met. Why so much extra effort?
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Simulation showing benefits for Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Russell Metcalfe-Smith and Alistair Phillips Healthcare AdministrationThe Women's Guild Simulation Center based at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles is using simulation to deliver more than education. The approach to simulation is crossing many organizational barriers, ensuring its impact is felt across the entire organization.
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Student self-assessment: Understanding with purpose
Pamela Hill EducationStudent assessments drive education. Academics are carefully measured with every student to determine at what level he is learning and if any interventions are needed to assist him for improved learning.
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Teaching your coaches — young and old
Edwin McIntyre Sports & FitnessEvery coach takes pride in coaching and preparing his team. Most coaches spend inordinate amounts of time preparing their players for a game or a season. However, how many coaches really take the time to coach or prepare their fellow coaches?
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Ebola and the risk of exposure for dentists
Piyush Bakshi Oral & Dental HealthcareEven though at present there have only been four confirmed cases of Ebola in the United States, it is possible that hundreds of Americans have been exposed to the virus within the country and in West Africa. What should dental offices do if they suspect a patient may have Ebola?