Northampton Community College

About: Northampton Community College is a education organization based out in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, United States. It is known for research contribution in the topics: Population & Poison control. The organization has 3410 authors who have published 4582 publications receiving 130398 citations. The organization is also known as: Northampton County Area Community College.

Ion Exchange in Zeolites: Some Recent Developments in Theory and Practice

Abstract: Zeolites find relatively few direct applications as ion exchangers and it is perhaps for this reason that the study of their ion exchange behaviour is somewhat neglected in comparison to their other properties. Nevertheless, ion exchange is an essential part of preparative procedures for the manufacture of zeolitic sorbents and catalysts, and there is now increasing recognition of the importance of using strictly controlled conditions during ion exchange in order to avoid hydrolysis and crystal damage. Some practical points concerning ion exchange are therefore considered, and in addition two aspects of the theory of ion exchange are reviewed. Firstly, some recent discussions regarding the propriety of using the Gaines and Thomas thermodynamic formulation to evaluate activity coefficients within the exchanger phase are considered. Secondly, recent progress in the prediction of multicomponent exchange equilibria is discussed. Finally, some suggestions are made regarding possible fruitful future areas of research.

Meaning of corporate social responsibility in a local French hospital: a case study

Abstract: Purpose – The research aims to examine how corporate social responsibility (CSR) is contextually understood, in comparison with the definitions proposed in the academic literature.Design/methodology/approach – The research was based on a case study analysis of a local public hospital in France, using semi‐structured interviews with multiple stakeholders exploring the perceived responsibilities of the organisation.Findings – The study findings provide the basis for the development of a model of CSR for the hospital. The findings highlight the importance of senior managers' involvement in stakeholder dialogue, as well as the effect of external influences, on the overall social performance of the hospital.Research limitations/implications – Case‐study replication of health care organisations would refine and allow for generalisations of results. Also the sample of participating stakeholders should be extended to include policy‐makers. The critical area for examination is whether management need to be at the ...

Social capital, religion and small business activity

Abstract: Within the theoretical framework of social capital, we explore how different religious traditions influence small business activity in U.S. counties. We motivate the analysis by emphasizing the ways in which religious organizations may facilitate social capital, a key factor in business formation and performance. We find that communities with a large concentration of religious congregations have a correspondingly higher level of small business activity. We also find important differences across religious traditions, suggesting that religion should not be treated as a monolithic dimension of social capital. In addition, by exploring different traditions, beliefs, and norms, proxied by religion, finer insights into social capital and community economic development can be gained.