Industrial Economics

The United States spends far more money on health care than any other country, and yet nearly 50 million Americans are uninsured at least part of the time each year. Health Care Reform Now! is written for anyone who cares enough about our health-care situation to consider serious alternatives to the current system.

Robber Barons and Wretched Refuse explores the connection between the so-called robber barons who led American big businesses during the Gilded Age and Progressive Era and the immigrants who composed many of their workforces.

The Upper Midwest and Great Lakes region became the "arsenal of democracy" - the greatest manufacturing center in the world-in the years during and after World War II, thanks to natural advantages and a welcoming culture. Decades of unprecedented prosperity followed, memorably punctuated by riots, strikes, burning rivers, and oil embargoes. A vibrant, quintessentially American character bloomed in the region's cities, suburbs, and backwaters.

In the 1950s manufacturing generated nearly 30 percent of US income. Over the past 55 years that share has gradually declined to less than 12 percent at the same time that real estate, finance, and Wall Street trading have grown. While manufacturing's share of the US economy shrinks, it expands in countries such as China and Germany that have a strong industrial policy.

An enterprising company has set up a mining endeavor on an asteroid to collect, process, and sell atmospheric gas products. The company, called Sword, is initially successful until an unnamed government tries to stamp out freedom and free enterprise in the Belt so the gases and minerals can be sent back to Earth, essentially trying to establish the business as a colony. Early Poul Anderson with a great finish.

Some of the biggest choices facing Americans today are not obvious. Meanwhile, public debate on the most attention-grabbing issues that Americans confront are avoiding discussion about the most critical underlying causes. The Future is Now offers a guide to understanding the forces behind some of the biggest challenges Americans face in the 21st Century: Globalization and globalism, the politicization of climate change, censorship, the impact of unionized government, the rise of China, policies driving up the cost of housing, counterproductive policies affecting the homeless, the conflict ...

For over 60 million people, work in America has been a story of declining wages, insecurity, and unsafe conditions, especially amid the coronavirus epidemic. This new and troubling reality has galvanized media and policymakers, but all the while a different and little-known story of rebirth and struggle has percolated just below the surface. On the Job is the first account of a new kind of labor movement, one that is happening locally, quietly, and among our country's most vulnerable - but essential - workers.

Considerados como los períodos de mayor cambio socioeconómico y cultural de la historia, estos se iniciaron entre fines del siglo XVIII y principios del XIX en el Reino Unido. La antigua economía basada en el trabajo manual fue remplazada por otra dominada por la industria y manufactura de maquinaria. La sociedad de entonces asistió estupefacta a un nuevo escenario: Las máquinas habían reemplazo al hombre Fue una revolución.

Dive into the intricate fabric of economic ecosystems with 'Economic Ecosystems: Exploring Industries and Sectors.' This comprehensive guide takes readers on a journey through the diverse landscapes of industries and sectors that drive global economies. This book delves into the historical roots, evolution, challenges, and innovations shaping each sector. With insightful analysis and engaging narratives, it offers a deep understanding of how these industries intersect, influence, and shape the world we live in. 'Economic Ecosystems' provides a captivating exploration of the interconnected ...

Quale futuro dobbiamo veramente aspettarci per il nostro Paese? Capire come funziona l'economia è fondamentale se vogliamo comprendere i meccanismi che regolano i rapporti tra noi e lo Stato e prendere le giuste decisioni per la nostra famiglia e per il nostro futuro.

Discover how demographic change associated with millennials and the Fourth Industrial Revolution collectively influence the way we think about our social, cultural, economic, and technological future. Youthquake 4.0 analyzes the confluence of these two inextricably linked global forces, leveraging research from world-leading institutions and enriched by thought leaders to provide insights toward global challenges, economics, society, technology, and innovation and the role of business as the world enters the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

In an era when people live longer and want (or need) to work past the traditional retirement age, the Vita Needle Company of Needham, Massachusetts, provides inspiration and important lessons about the value of older workers. Vita Needle is a family-owned factory that was founded in 1932 and makes needles, stainless steel tubing and pipes, and custom fabricated parts. As part of its unusual business model, the company seeks out older workers; the median age of the employees is seventy-four.

L’Établi, ce titre désigne les quelques centaines de militants intellectuels qui, à partir de 1967, s’embauchaient, s’établissaient dans les usines ou les docks. Robert Linhart fût l’un de ceux-là. Après une année comme ouvrier dans l’usine Citroën de Choisy, il décide, dix ans plus tard, délivrer son témoignage. Poignant et précis, ce récit nous permet de saisir le rapport que les hommes entretiennent entre eux par l’intermédiaire des objets.

Seine Idee rettet Millionen Menschenleben. Im Jahr 1999 macht Ingmar Hoerr als Doktorand in einem Tübinger Labor eine überraschende Entdeckung: mRNA funktioniert als Impfstoff. Über zwanzig Jahre später schützt sich die Welt mit eben solchen mRNA-Impfstoffen vor dem Coronavirus: mit den Vakzinen von BioNTech, Moderna und CureVac. Zwischen Experiment und Triumph liegen zwei Jahrzehnte hartnäckigen Forschens. Mehrfach wäre Ingmar Hoerr mit CureVac fast gescheitert, hätte er nicht Dietmar Hopp, Bill Gates und Elon Musk von seiner Vision überzeugt.

Nel settore della sanità sono in gioco forti interessi economici. Per questo, imparare a riconoscere le condizioni di conflitto di interesse è la base per avviare una seria politica di prevenzione, o di identificazione precoce, delle situazioni di rischio che possono arrecare danno alla salute delle persone o compromettere la fiducia dei cittadini nelle istituzioni.

The Blood on My Lips from Biting My Tongue shines a light on the strenuous working conditions at the largest growing provider of goods in America today and its impact on the working class. Too many Americans are affected by income inequality and harsh working conditions. For far too long, these corporations have held on to their profits with little to no regard for the livelihoods of their employees. Their pockets grow while the average American’s pockets shrink. These conditions have pushed employees to their breaking point.

Alles begann mit einer Doktorarbeit und der Entdeckung des medizinischen Potenzials des Botenmoleküls messenger RNA. Am Ende stehen prominente Investoren wie Dietmar Hopp oder die Gates-Stiftung, Hunderte Millionen staatlicher Finanzierung, der Aufstieg zum Börsenstar und zum erfolgreichen Impfstoffentwickler. Dazwischen liegt ein steiniger Weg auf der Suche nach Unterstützung. Biotech-Unternehmer Wolfgang Klein hat die Anfangszeit als Finanzchef von CureVac selbst miterlebt. Er erzählt die einzigartige und anekdotenreiche Geschichte auf dem Weg zum Weltunternehmen.

This is a book of proposals I put together for the new administration and nation to review, with reasons for them. As we witnessed in this past election, there were millions of disillusioned citizens out there willing to start a civil war when their candidate lost. I strongly believe that the basic reason for the discontent had been feeling isolated from the round table of strangers who made decisions controlling their lives.

Introduction for Part Four: Financial Innovation and Global Business Strategy Exploring the Future of Finance and Business Leadership The final volume focuses on financial innovation, emerging market trends, and global business strategies. What You’ll Learn in This Book Technological Disruptions in Finance The rise of AI and automation in financial decision-making Blockchain and decentralized finance (DeFi) Corporate Governance and Ethical Leadership ESG investing and corporate social responsibility Strategic Financial Planning for the Future Wealth management strategies for future ...

Es imposible calcular el alcance exacto de la crisis del Coronavirus en nuestra economía, salud y forma de vida a partir de ahora. Lo único que sabemos es que salimos a un mundo distinto al que hemos conocido, y eso no tiene que ser necesariamente malo. Para vivir esta nueva era llena de desafíos, 20 maestros nos dan, cada cual desde su campo, un kit de supervivencia para vivir de forma proactiva, optimista y sin miedo.