In this paper we explore whether a financialisation perspective can provide a more empirically satisfying account of recent developments in the pharmaceutical industry than the more commonly used resource-based or transaction cost approaches. Specifically, we note the evolution of the pharmaceutical industry structure from giant vertically integrated firms, selling patent protected blockbuster ...

Cyclotrons continue to be efficient accelerators for radio-isotope production. In recent years, developments in the accelerator technology have greatly increased the practical beam current in these machines while also improving the overall system reliability. These developments combined with the development of new isotopes for medicine and industry, and a retiring of older machines indicates a ...

SYNOPSIS This paper describes some of the latest developments in the use of Emergency Shut Down Systems in process installations both onshore and offshore. The safety implications of these developments are discussed. The effects of common cause failures and human factors with examples of accidents are described. The assessment of systems against HSE Guidelines, industry standards and future int...

Polyamideimide coatings on magnet wire offer the best performance in chemical resistance and toughness. The thermal properties of polyamideimide coatings are also outstanding when compared to the cost of polyimide resins. Recent developments in polyamideimide resins are discussed and future trends-product offerings are also reviewed. Developments include corona resistance enamels, self-lubricat...

The present paper gives an overview on actual developments of the application of piezoelectric components in transportation industry. During the last decades, piezoelectric materials made huge progress in entering commercial mass markets throughout all branches, where piezoelectrics are used as the basis materials for actuators as well as sensors. Especially in transportation industry, they fou...

Several new developments are likely to occur in the cotton industry during the next decade. Obviously, the impacts of emerging technologies will vary among different regions of the world. However, any new development will likely impact most other cotton-growing areas. To gain a broader perspective, I have consulted experts in various disciplines for assistance. I will summarize my perspectives ...

Olefin polymerization catalysis is a domain of major research activity. For the last decade, much of this research has been focused in the area of metallocene catalysis, which has been at the front line in driving important technology renewal in the polyolefins industry. Developments in metallocene catalysis have instigated much trade press discussion, and now emerging nonmetallocene catalyst s...

Preface The Committee on the Global Financial System (CGFS), known until 1999 as the Euro-Currency Standing Committee, serves as a discussion forum for the central bank community on financial stability questions. Central banks, being placed at the centre of the financial system, have a long tradition of analysing financial market developments. This applies to both the operational, ie monetary p...

This paper provides an overview of advances in the surface metrology field, concerning surface creation, measurement need, instrumentation, characterisation methods and standard development. It indicates industry requirements and further developments for micro and nano scalar surface metrology.

This publication by Falola and Genova seeks to serve as an introduction to the global oil industry by highlighting the important aspects of the industry, and the countries, companies and people who influence oil developments. Three arguments run throughout the book, namely that oil is a complex international issue, the intricate connection between oil and politics, and that oil has brought a mi...