Another one bites the dust

Article Abstract:

The Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH) in Zurich has demonstrated the hazards of implementing major reforms at universities with outstanding reputations. Ernst Hafen, president of ETH, was forced to resign in November 2006 due to his comments on the aptitude of women and his restructuring ideas, which were not appreciated by other university professors.

Switzerland, Organizational history, Company restructuring/company reorganization, Reorganization and restructuring, Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, Company organization, Hafen, Ernst

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The safety catch

Article Abstract:

The science and technology directorate of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is yet to make use of the latest technologies for ensuring high security in the U.S. The DHS is deeply fragmented and it has failed to forge strong staff leadership or a clear identity since its inception.

United States, Management dynamics, Management, Technology application, Company business management, United States. Department of Homeland Security, Cohen, Jay

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Bert Bolin (1925-2008)

Article Abstract:

Bert Bolin was the first chairman of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, who boldly explained the impact of the carbon dioxide produced by human activities on the environment. He was a famous scientist and has acted as a leader of several scientific organizations.

Sweden, Obituary, Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, Environmentalists, Environmental activists, Bolin, Bert

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