J. Erik Loehr to Deliver Lizzi Lecture at ISM’s 15th

J. Erik Loehr, Ph.D., P.E., is presenting the Lizzi Lecture at ISM’s 15th International Workshop on Micropiles in Vail, Colorado, from May 31-June 2, 2023. His presentation, titled “Mainstreaming of Micropiles: Probabilistic Calibration of Axial Resistance for Load and Resistance Factor Design” is the 11th annual Lizzi Lecture delivered since inauguration of the series in 2008.

The Lizzi Lecturer is

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The four ways amorphous materials fail — ScienceDaily

Damage to industrial parts is expensive, results in delays, and may be unsafe to plant workers. But now, scientists from Japan have simulated fracture initiated in materials that share a particular physical characteristic and are widely used across domestic, industrial and scientific applications. Their work showed surprising results that may help prevent damage to industrial parts.

If you’ve ever been

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McGee to knock down St John’s Wood Barracks

McGee to knock down St John’s Wood Barracks
CGI of the redeveloped St John’s Wood Square

Demolition contractor McGee has been appointed for enabling works, including the demolition of existing barracks buildings.

McGee is due to start work on the scheme before the month is out, delivering a collection of specialist activities, including asbestos removal, UKPN works, demolition and enabling works.

Group managing director Seb Fossey said: “McGee

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Lying on your CV could cost you

Lying on your CV could cost you

In 2017, a YouGov survey found that 10% of British people admitted to having lied on their CV, demonstrating that the issue is perhaps more commonplace than most employers expect.

In this article, Anna Bithrey, Taylor Walton, explores the legalities surrounding dishonest CVs, whilst addressing what employers can do to better spot potential embellishments and how they should act if

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