The English patent
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British inventions have been greatly underutilized by industry and commerce in the past. The Economic and Social Research Council is paying for a study into Britain's commercial use of inventions since 1949. Researchers based at Edinburgh University, Scotland, will review the work of the National Research Development Corporation and the British Technology Group. However, Britain has achieved great commercial success recently in some disciplines such as pharmaceuticals and biotechnology.
Publication Name: Times Higher Education Supplement
Subject: Education
ISSN: 0049-3929
Year: 1997
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Off their cybertrolley
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Tesco is currently testing its Tesco Direct Internet home shopping service. This allows people to select via their computer from a wide range of goods sold through normal Tesco outlets. The trial version is rather difficult to use, as it contains no illustrations of the products available and the search tool often brings up completely irrelevant items. There is a 5 pounds sterling delivery charge, and delivery can take several days after the order has been despatched.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1996
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Neat as a bandbox
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Bandboxes have been used by both males and females in storing and carrying small items since the early 19th century. They are made of wood or cardboard and their usual appearance is round or oval. The technique of making bandboxes is described.
Publication Name: Early American Homes
Subject: Home furnishings industry
ISSN: 1086-9948
Year: 1997
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