CEN

CEN may refer to several different concepts and entities across various fields. Below are some of the most notable uses of the term:

European Committee for Standardization[edit | edit source]

The European Committee for Standardization (CEN) is a public standards organization that develops and publishes standards in a wide range of sectors. It is one of the three European Standardization Organizations (ESOs) recognized by the European Union and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) as being responsible for developing and defining voluntary standards at the European level.

History[edit | edit source]

CEN was founded in 1961 by the national standards bodies in the European Economic Community and EFTA countries. Its mission is to foster the European economy in global trading, the welfare of European citizens, and the environment by providing an efficient infrastructure to interested parties for the development, maintenance, and distribution of coherent sets of standards and specifications.

Structure[edit | edit source]

CEN is composed of the national standards bodies of 34 countries, including all of the European Union member states, as well as countries in the European Free Trade Association and other European countries.

Activities[edit | edit source]

CEN develops European Standards (ENs) and other deliverables that promote free trade, the safety of workers and consumers, interoperability of networks, environmental protection, exploitation of research and development programs, and public procurement.

CEN (gene)[edit | edit source]

CEN is also the name of a gene that encodes a protein involved in the regulation of the cell cycle. This gene is crucial for the proper segregation of chromosomes during cell division.

Function[edit | edit source]

The CEN gene plays a significant role in the formation of the kinetochore, a structure on chromosomes that ensures their proper alignment and separation during mitosis and meiosis.

Clinical Significance[edit | edit source]

Mutations in the CEN gene can lead to various genetic disorders and have been implicated in certain types of cancer due to their role in cell division and chromosome stability.

CEN (Central European News)[edit | edit source]

Central European News (CEN) is a news agency that provides news stories and multimedia content to media outlets around the world. It is known for its coverage of unusual and sensational stories.

History[edit | edit source]

CEN was founded in 1995 and has since grown to become one of the leading providers of news content in Europe. The agency specializes in human interest stories, viral news, and exclusive reports.

Services[edit | edit source]

CEN offers a range of services including news articles, photographs, and videos. It supplies content to newspapers, magazines, television stations, and online media platforms.