To conclude, industry trends and research opportunities are discussed, as is the possible role of the geotechnical centrifuge in finding solutions to these new needs.
In a systematic review to investigate whether the funding of drug studies by the pharmaceutical industry is associated with bias, Lexchin et al [ 39] concluded that industry sponsorship was more likely to produce results favouring the sponsors' product than studies funded from other sources.
The role of industry in meeting the sustainability challenge to our societies is discussed, and it is concluded that industry must include not only the eco-efficiency but also the product's environmental justification and the company ethics in a life cycle perspective in order to become sustainable.
It is meant to address a survey last year that concluded the industry was falling short in its attempts to attract and keep talented employees.
As Apple and Foxconn became fodder for "Saturday Night Live" and questions during presidential debates, device designers and manufacturers concluded the industry's reputation was at risk.
As Apple and Foxconn became fodder for "Saturday Night Live" and questions during presidential debates in the last year, device designers and manufacturers concluded the industry's reputation was at risk.
It was concluded the industry could not overturn a system of regulation constructed over many years without further careful thought, and it was agreed that all the editors present would go back to talk to their lawyers.
The regulations contained in collective bargaining agreements are legally binding only for the signatories of the respective contracts, that is, for members of trade unions who work in firms which have signed a firm-level contract or which belong to an employer association that has concluded an industry-level contract.
One recent study concluded that industry sponsorship of university research 'jeopardizes public disclosure of academic research' [ 72].
Barrow and Conrad (2006) concluded that industry scientists should be allowed to serve on advisory panels because "they can provide unique knowledge and insight concerning the chemical in question".
