Amid the Shutdown's Gloom, Research Universities Mull the Path Ahead (The Chronicle of Higher Education) American scientists are concerned about the long-term impacts on the field caused dwindling budgets from by sequestration and now the federal government shutdown. Some have suggested approaching the government by highlighting the importance of America’s research mission, while others are not hopeful politicians will listen.
Manufacturers' Optimism Rises with New Orders, Increased Shipments (IndustryWeek) Widespread improvement in a number of indexes suggests optimism for the manufacturing sector in the next three to six months, according to the quarterly Manufacturers Alliance for Productivity and Innovation MAPI Business Outlook.
Ohio Manufacturers' Association opposed to changing state energy laws, says 'reform' is a giveaway (Cleveland.com) The Ohio Manufacturers’ Association (OMA) says Senate Bill 58 would cut Ohio's energy efficiency requirements, only benefiting utility companies while hurting everyone else. Bill supporters believe it will make utilities less expensive and more competitive.
Short on Space, Libraries Look to One Another for Solutions (The Chronicle of Higher Education) Academic libraries around the country are struggling with space constraints caused by increasingly large collections and the need for more library space dedicated to study areas and meeting spaces. Different solutions have been implemented with varying degrees of success, but the common factor is trust and cooperation between partner libraries.
Traditional Computer Sales Eroded By Love of Tablets (IndustryWeek) Sales of traditional personal computers continued to decline in the “back to school” quarter, as tastes shifted to tablets. The increase in the tablet market should indicate to businesses and organizations that they need to have a mobile web strategy.
