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1. Letters.

Author

Adamson, Jim, Gilham, Alan, Steele, Tony, Tennant, Jeremy, Pike, Edward, Henderson, Barry, Northrop, Peter, Whishaw, Arnold, Higgins, Stan, and O'Sullivan, Ian

Subjects
MICROSOFT operating systems
Abstract

Several letters to the editor are presented in response to various articles including the one on Windows 10 in Issue 456, "Question of the Fortnight," in Issue 458, and "The Final Straw," in Issue 458.

Published
2015

2. Smart industrialisation.

Author

Higgins, Stan

Subjects
INDUSTRIALIZATION, INDUSTRIES, CHEMICAL apparatus, PRODUCTIVITY accounting, ENERGY consumption
Abstract

The article discusses the implementation of smart industrialisation in the chemical manufacturing industry. It mentions that smart industrialisation recognises the advantages of process integration within a sector and its supply chain. It discusses the principles of smart industrialisation, which include the achievement of process efficiency, increased productivity and the efficient use of energy.

Published
2016
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3. Late chance for employers to reverse process skills decline.

Author

Higgins, Stan

Subjects
LABOR supply, LABOR demand, MANUFACTURING processes, INDUSTRIAL engineering, EMPLOYEE training
Abstract

The article discusses the current skills shortage in the process industry sector in Great Britain. It states that most companies in the process industry sector, particularly the large ones, are not doing their part which has been the reason why small and medium-sized companies are being reluctant to train people. Moreover, these companies were not and still not prepared to pay for the basic training of their workforce, and another is on the extra complexity in the recruitment process.

Published
2008

4. Piggy in the middle.

Author

Higgins, Stan

Subjects
PETROLEUM sales & prices, CHEMICAL industry, PETROLEUM chemicals industry, ECONOMICS, CAPITAL investments
Abstract

In the article, the author offers information on the impact of fall in oil prices on chemical industry. It mentions about the growth of manufacturing industry in North America due to the availability of cheap ethane and other oil related products. It mentions that chemical manufacturing firms such as Sabic and Ineos ready for long term investments in petrochemical industry based on imported raw materials from the U.S.

Published
2015
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5. Chemistry as art.

Author

Higgins, Stan

Subjects
CHEMISTRY methodology, CHEMISTRY education, ART
Abstract

The author reflects on the merger of boundaries of science and art and why students perceive art subjects as interesting compared to science. Topics discussed include the essay "What is Art?" written by Leo Tolstoy in 1896, modern systemisation of chemistry into science which was started in the 17th century by chemist Robert Boyle, and the science of chemistry which allows people to be creative.

Published
2014
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6. Manufacturing creates value.

Author

Higgins, Stan

Subjects
PHARMACEUTICAL industry, GROSS value added (Economics), PHARMACEUTICAL industry & economics, TECHNOLOGICAL innovations in the pharmaceutical industry, RESEARCH & development, MANUFACTURED products
Abstract

In this article the author discusses aspects of a report by the Association for the British Pharmaceutical Industry (ABPI). According to ABPI, Great Britain's pharmaceutical industry generates one of the highest value contributions, in terms of gross value added (GVA), for the British economy. He discusses Great Britain's reliance on the service and finance sectors and the challenges facing the pharmaceutical industry, such as poor research and development (R&D) performance.

Published
2013
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7. Greener scope.

Author

Higgins, Stan

Subjects
GREENHOUSE gases, BUSINESS enterprises, GOVERNMENT policy, EMISSIONS (Air pollution)
Abstract

The author discusses a British government policy requiring companies to report their carbon and greenhouse gas emissions in 2012 for direct emissions and indirect emissions from electricity, but not for supply-chain emissions, and examples of companies' green policies are presented.

Published
2012

8. Sliding fortunes.

Author

Higgins, Stan

Subjects
PETROLEUM industry, GAS industry, PETROLEUM sales & prices, INTERNATIONAL competition, RECESSIONS
Abstract

The article focuses on the oil and gas industry of Great Britain, discussing the impact of fall in the oil prices on global economy and other commodities. It reports that the fall in the prices may have economic gains bust it is for short term. The prices later can affect the global economy, can result into currency fluctuations and the cost of the industrial and consumers goods. The consumer can enjoy the initial gains but will suffer global recession.

Published
2016

9. Sliding fortunes.

Author

Higgins, Stan

Subjects
PETROLEUM sales & prices, ECONOMIC conditions in Great Britain, 1997-
Abstract

In this article, the author discusses the impacts of decline in oil prices on economy of Great Britain and also highlights its affects on currency fluctuations, commodity prices and industrial goods.

Published
2016

10. Northern star.

Author

Higgins, Stan and Duncan, Steve

Subjects
CHEMICAL industry, BIOTECHNOLOGY industries, MARKET share, STRATEGIC alliances (Business)
Abstract

Focuses on the chemical and biotechnology industry in northern England. Percentage market share of the chemical industry; Alliances developed by several chemical companies to improve sales; Organic materials innovation center offered by UIC.

Published
2004

11. CHEMICAL REACTIONS.

Author

Higgins, Stan

Subjects
BLOGS, PUBLICATIONS
Abstract

A blog related to the article titled "Domino effect" published in the August 17, 2009 issue of the magazine is presented.

Published
2009

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