Did victories in certification contests affect the survival of organizations in the American automobile industry during 1895–1912? A replication study
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DOI: 10.1002/smj.2911
Abstract: Research summary: We successfully replicate the highly influential study: “The social construction of reputation…,”(Rao, ) which reports that cumulative victories in certification contests are negatively associated with firm failure. The replication is robust to the… read more here.
Keywords: automobile; certification contests; study; victories certification ... See more keywords
The impact of application of FSC Chain of Custody certification on global wood products trade
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DOI: 10.1007/s00107-019-01404-z
Abstract: FSC Chain of Custody (CoC) certification effectively proves that the timber being used originates from sustainably managed forests, and a large number of wood products have been FSC CoC certified. This paper examines the impacts… read more here.
Keywords: fsc coc; wood products; wood; certification ... See more keywords
Design optimization of a business aircraft seat considering static and dynamic certification loading and manufacturability
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DOI: 10.1007/s00158-020-02650-z
Abstract: A conceptual design for a lightweight business aircraft seat was developed using topology optimization in a 2-stage approach to consider both the static and dynamic certification test requirements of the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs) Section… read more here.
Keywords: aircraft; seat; topology; optimization ... See more keywords
Association of certification, improved quality and better oncological outcomes for rectal cancer in a specialized colorectal unit
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DOI: 10.1007/s00384-020-03792-8
Abstract: Centralization of cancer care is expected to yield superior results. In Germany, the national strategy is based on a voluntary certification process. The effect of centre certification is difficult to prove because quality data are… read more here.
Keywords: quality; outcomes rectal; rectal cancer; 2009 2017 ... See more keywords
Analysis of ethanol in soy sauce using electronic nose for halal food certification
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DOI: 10.1007/s10068-017-0042-1
Abstract: The purpose of this study was to analyze ethanol content in soy sauce using mass spectrometry (MS) with electronic nose (e-nose) to determine if MS e-nose can replace gas chromatographic analysis for halal certification. Gas… read more here.
Keywords: analysis; halal; ethanol; certification ... See more keywords
37. NEEDS ASSESSMENT OF BOARD PREPARATION CURRICULA AND CERTIFICATION RATES AMONG U.S. PEDIATRIC RESIDENCY PROGRAMS
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DOI: 10.1016/j.acap.2019.05.051
Abstract: Background The Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) requires pediatric residency programs to achieve an overall 70% pass rate on the American Board of Pediatrics Certification Exam. There is high variability in board preparation… read more here.
Keywords: board; pediatric residency; board preparation; certification ... See more keywords
Development of a prediction model for the cost saving potentials in implementing the building energy efficiency rating certification
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DOI: 10.1016/j.apenergy.2016.12.024
Abstract: Building energy efficiency rating (BEER) certification is an energy performance certificates (EPCs) in South Korea. It is critical to examine the cost saving potentials of the BEER-certification in advance. This study aimed to develop a… read more here.
Keywords: energy; certification; cost saving; cost ... See more keywords
Understanding the potential of eco-certification in salmon and shrimp aquaculture value chains
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DOI: 10.1016/j.aquaculture.2017.07.027
Abstract: Abstract This paper examines how value chain coordination affects the ability of aquaculture producers to engage in eco-certification. Through a comparison of global salmon and shrimp value chains, it is argued that production risks and… read more here.
Keywords: value chains; coordination; aquaculture; eco certification ... See more keywords
Certifying the public image? Reputational gains of certification in Norwegian salmon aquaculture
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DOI: 10.1016/j.aquaculture.2021.736900
Abstract: Abstract The Norwegian aquaculture industry faces pressure from stakeholders, the public, and government to ensure sustainable production. Sustainability is closely linked with solving key environmental challenges. Standards such as those created by the Aquaculture Stewardship… read more here.
Keywords: salmon aquaculture; aquaculture certifying; certification; reputational gains ... See more keywords
Where are commodity crops certified, and what does it mean for conservation and poverty alleviation?
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DOI: 10.1016/j.biocon.2017.09.024
Abstract: Voluntary sustainability standards have expanded dramatically over the last decade. In the agricultural sector, such standards aim to ensure environmentally and socially sustainable production of a variety of commodity crops. However, little is known about… read more here.
Keywords: poverty alleviation; conservation; commodity; commodity crops ... See more keywords
Brachytherapy education and certification-A Canadian approach.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.brachy.2020.05.004
Abstract: The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada has established a diploma certification program in brachytherapy, with the goal of standardizing brachytherapy training and standards. The diploma may be obtained either by way of… read more here.
Keywords: royal college; program; practice; brachytherapy ... See more keywords