Q. Why was the IO Partnership organized?

A. The International Organisations (IO) Partnership was set up to offer a voluntary platform that fosters collective action among IOs and their…

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An Interview with Teresa Cendrowska, Vice President of Global Cooperation at ASTM International

 

Q. How does the ASTM International Memorandum of Understanding…

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Q. How did you get involved with research and work related to oil spill response? Why is this work important to you?

A. I began working on oil spills in 1974, and through the years I’ve…

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Are there particular areas or industries where you have seen the positive impact of the work of ICONTEC?

During its more than 56 years, ICONTEC has been able to positively impact…

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How are standards important to ENSO?

When you have an organization like ASTM building international standards, it helps reduce market fragmentation that would otherwise occur. One thing…

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What is the significance of including biodiesel in more traditional fuels and fuels standards?

With today’s regulations, the National Biodiesel Board wants to bring forth credible…

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What does your organization bring to the new ASTM International Center of Excellence?

Steven Taylor, Auburn University: Auburn brings to the table vast experience in…

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How has your experience as a survivor of the attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, informed your work?

It was a life-changing event for me, both personally and for my goals in life. It helped me…

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Why did you become an engineer?

I was going to be an architect. I thought it would be cool to design buildings, and I had an uncle who was an architect. I started thinking about that and…

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You currently lead the U.S. Department of Defense Manufacturing Institutes. Why are they important? What is their impact?

The Department of Defense Manufacturing Institutes help develop…

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