Indefinite causal order has found numerous applications in quantum computation, communication, and metrology. Before its usage, the quality of indefinite needs to be first certified, certification should ideally device-independent (DI) avoid impact device imperfections. In this work, we initiate study sequential DI an order. This can useful experimental platforms where generation is difficult. ...

Abstract This study investigates the determinants of coffee prices received by growers in Costa Rica, paying attention to impact environmental, regional, quality, and international aspects a panel data set for period 2008–2016. We identify three groups variables that affect domestic prices. Some them are external control growers, such as price green or power multinationals; others, altitude whe...

Digital service providers frequently undergo independent third party assessments (i.e., IT certifications) to signal a high degree of service security and privacy. However, the academic literature presents a pattern of inconsistent findings with regard to certification effectiveness. As prior research only analyzes the impact of certifications from a black box perspective (i.e., embedded vs. no...

This paper presents some of the most important findings of studies of the impact of ISO 9000 and ISO 14000 certifications on organizations, based on a literature review. The article discusses potential synergistic advantages that can be derived from an integrated qualityenvironment system and qualitative benefits using ISO 9000 and 14000 certifications. This article also discusses some of the l...

1. All candidates for certification / re-certification must have an active, unencumbered license as an LPN/LVN in the United States or a U.S. territory. 1. Candidates with probationary licenses may apply for a special review of circumstances. See www.napnes.org/certifications for complete details. 2. All certifications will be for a period of three years. This does not effect any currently cert...

4 Goals Identification of the effects of stress at sea Mapping how to identify ways to reduce fatigue Identify how to improve the quality of life of people working at sea Protection of the mental health of seafarers Agreeing on ways of fostering the seafarers’ family life Preparing the crew on how to cope with a piracy attack Identification of the psychosocial aspects To obtain and review of av...

LinuxTM distributions have received numerous Common Criteria certifications in the last few years. Building on the recent Controlled Access Protection Profile (CAPP) certifications, an Open Source development effort to make Linux compliant with the Labeled Security Protection Profile (LSPP) and Role-Based Access Control Protection Profile (RBACPP) has been ongoing for almost two years. Developm...

The issue of continuing education is vital for both physicians and patient safety, as it can protect physicians from the legal consequences of out-of-date management practices and protect patients from complications from out-of-date approaches. Following the pioneering establishment of the American Board of Ophthalmology in 1917, other organizations have established specialty board exams (1). T...