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Alternative Mechanisms for Corporate Control [PDF]
We examine performance and management characteristics of Fortune 500 firms experiencing one of three types of control change: internally precipitated management turnover, hostile takeover, and friendly takeover. We find that firms experiencing internally
Andrei Shleifer +2 more
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Reducing surface heat loss in steam boilers
In this study, heat losses occurring on the outer surface of a steam boiler used in the distillation process in a textile company are discussed in detail.
Savaş Ahmet Fevzi, Kocabaş Ceyda
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Strategies for Coffee Leaf Rust Management in Organic Crop Systems
Coffee is a crop of great economic importance in many countries. The organic coffee crop stands out from other production systems by aiming to eliminate the use of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides. One of the most important limitations in the organic
Mário L. V. de Resende +3 more
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Alternate control systems [PDF]
Abstract The exponential stability of a class of nonlinear systems by means of alternate control is studied. An exponential stability criterion is given in terms of a set of linear matrix inequalities. Numerical simulations are presented to verify the correction of the obtained results.
Feng, Yuming +3 more
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Currently, the use of alternative tools for chemical control has become one of the most sustainable and eco-friendly options for crop protection against phytopathogens.
Luis Alberto Saltos-Rezabala +6 more
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Alternaria brown spot (ABS) is a disease caused by the fungus A. alternata f. sp. citri, which results in lesions on the fruits, leaves, and branches of several mandarin varieties and their hybrids.
Fernando Trevizan Devite +4 more
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Copaiba oil and Neem extract can be a potential alternative for the behavioral control of Sitophilus zeamais [PDF]
Insects' ethology is an important factor when it is desired to carry out pest management. This knowledge makes it possible to manipulate behavioral activities, repel, or attract insects according to needs and interests.
J. C. Martins +4 more
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The present investigation provides an overview of the current technology related to the green diesel, from the classification and chemistry of the available biomass feedstocks to the possible production technologies and up to the final fuel properties ...
Savvas L. Douvartzides +3 more
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The time-on-stream catalytic performance and stability of 8 wt. % Ni catalyst supported on two commercially available catalytic supports, ZrO2 and 15 wt.% WO3-ZrO2, was investigated under the biogas dry reforming reaction for syngas production, at 750°C ...
Nikolaos D. Charisiou +8 more
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Alternative approaches in schistosomiasis control [PDF]
Measures for the control of schistosomiasis were implemented in Egypt beginning 1922. This shows that developing endemic countries are facing this problem for near 70 years. However, results in the control of this infection have not been satisfactorily obtained in spite of the technologies and strategies recently developed.
Barbosa, Frederico S. +1 more
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