Technology education

Global Optical Satellite Industry Research 2024 Featuring Key manufacturers - Airbus, Israel Aerospace Industries, Thales Group, and Maxar Technologies - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, April 8, 2024

Optical satellites, a class of satellites utilized for Earth observation, employ visible and near-infrared light to capture images of the Earth's surface.

Key Points: 
  • Optical satellites, a class of satellites utilized for Earth observation, employ visible and near-infrared light to capture images of the Earth's surface.
  • Optical satellites offer the capability to capture detailed images with high spatial resolution, enabling precise analysis and decision-making.
  • The increasing institutional space budget positively impacts the optical satellite market by fostering innovation, research, and development of advanced satellite technologies.
  • The key manufacturers in the global optical satellite market are:

Kuder Connect 2 Business® Selected by State of Oklahoma for Work-based Learning

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

ADEL, Iowa, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kuder, Inc. (Kuder) is pleased to announce it was selected by the Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education (CareerTech) in collaboration with the Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE) to engage students, schools, and businesses across the state in work-based learning (WBL) and job alignment.

Key Points: 
  • ADEL, Iowa, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kuder, Inc. (Kuder) is pleased to announce it was selected by the Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education (CareerTech) in collaboration with the Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE) to engage students, schools, and businesses across the state in work-based learning (WBL) and job alignment.
  • ~Brent Haken, CareerTech State Director
    Kuder's custom career readiness platform for all Oklahomans (K-Adult), the OKCareerGuide , will accelerate more robust interactions and participation in WBL and job skills development.
  • CareerTech and OSDE saw Kuder's employer engagement toolset, Connect 2 Business (C2B), as an ideal fit to accomplish their objectives.
  • "Kuder has consistently delivered high quality products and services that are tailored to the state of Oklahoma," said Shawna Nord, Counseling and Career Development Manager, CareerTech.

National Science Teaching Association Welcomes New Board and Council Members

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Monday, June 12, 2023

The National Science Teaching Association (NSTA), the largest professional organization in the world seeking to transform science education to benefit all through professional learning, partnerships, and advocacy, welcomed four new members to its Board of Directors and four new members to its Council.

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  • The National Science Teaching Association (NSTA), the largest professional organization in the world seeking to transform science education to benefit all through professional learning, partnerships, and advocacy, welcomed four new members to its Board of Directors and four new members to its Council.
  • “NSTA is led for teachers by teachers,” said Erika Shugart, Ph.D., executive director, NSTA.
  • “I appreciate this amazing group of educators who are generously giving their time to ensure that NSTA remains important and meaningful in our members’ professional lives.”
    The new board members join a 13-member board that oversees NSTA’s finances, policies and procedures, and strategic planning.
  • The council functions as the advisory body to the board of directors.

Starlight Cardiovascular Appoints Paul G. Yock, MD to its Board of Directors

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Tuesday, June 13, 2023

SAN DIEGO, June 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Paul G. Yock has joined the Starlight Cardiovascular Board of Directors. Dr. Yock is the Founder, Director Emeritus, and a Board Member of the Stanford Byers Center for Biodesign. He is the former Martha Meier Weiland Professor of Medicine, founding co-chair of Stanford University's Department of Bioengineering, and the 2018 recipient of the National Academy of Engineering's Gordon Prize for Innovation in Engineering and Technology Education. Yock, who is trained as an interventional cardiologist, is known for his numerous innovative contributions to medical technology, including the Rapid Exchange angioplasty and stenting system, intravascular ultrasound (IVUS), and the Smart Needle.

Key Points: 
  • SAN DIEGO, June 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Paul G. Yock has joined the Starlight Cardiovascular Board of Directors.
  • "We are overjoyed that Paul has joined the Starlight family," stated Beverly Tang, co-Founder and CEO of Starlight Cardiovascular.
  • Yock was appointed as an independent director and joins Alf Grunwald, Tom Duerig, and Beverly Tang on the Board of Directors.
  • "Starlight Cardiovascular is taking on this challenge by developing highly novel pediatric technologies -- and, equally important, pioneering novel approaches to business execution.

Entrepreneurship Education Enters the Metaverse

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Friday, December 9, 2022

EL PASO, Texas, Dec. 09, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Success Through Technology Education (STTE) Foundation, New Mexico State University's Hunt Center for Entrepreneurship at Arrowhead, and WebXR technology provider, Geenee AR, have announced the launch of Unicorn Academy, the first-ever augmented reality (AR) education program focused on advancing youth entrepreneurship.

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  • EL PASO, Texas, Dec. 09, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Success Through Technology Education (STTE) Foundation, New Mexico State University's Hunt Center for Entrepreneurship at Arrowhead, and WebXR technology provider, Geenee AR, have announced the launch of Unicorn Academy, the first-ever augmented reality (AR) education program focused on advancing youth entrepreneurship.
  • Unicorn Academy is geared toward students grades 8-12 who are curious about entrepreneurship and want to develop the fundamental skills needed to launch their own businesses.
  • "We are excited about offering cutting-edge technology by Geenee AR to help us push innovation when building future educational experiences.
  • Therefore, readers need not provide any information to access the education experience.

QuickStart Learning, Inc. Offers A New Technology Education Scholarship To Bootcamp Students!

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Wednesday, November 23, 2022

AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- QuickStart Learning is excited to offer a new Technology Education Scholarship to bootcamp students. The new scholarship is an effort to make IT education more available and affordable for students who want to build a career in IT. The scholarship will award five in need students $2,500 towards one of these four eligible bootcamps: AI/Machine Learning, Cloud Engineering, Cybersecurity and Data Science & Analytics.

Key Points: 
  • QuickStart Learning, Inc. has launched a new Technology Education Scholarship available to bootcamp students.
  • The scholarship is worth $2,500 towards one of the following QuickStart Learning bootcamp programs: AI/ML, Cloud Engineering, Cybersecurity or Data Science & Analytics.
  • AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- QuickStart Learning is excited to offer a new Technology Education Scholarship to bootcamp students.
  • Students may visit the QuickStart Technology Education Scholarship page to apply for the program.

Revolutionary and Affordable New Robotics System Makes Debut at 2022 FIRST Global Challenge = A Win for STEM Equity

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Thursday, October 13, 2022

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221013005815/en/
    WPI and DEKA developed the XRP robot to be a game changer in STEM education.
  • Simple, tool-free assembly allows for a quick build and parts can be replaced easily with the use of a 3-D printer.
  • (17.78 cm by 12.7 cm, .45 km) -about the size of a box of chocolates-will cost less than $50.
  • All 185 teams representing 180 nations at this years FIRST Global Challenge are given a free XRP to bring back to their home countries.

WPI Researchers Create New Method for Making Biodiesel Fuel with Food Waste

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Thursday, September 1, 2022

With gas prices soaring and food costs pinching family budgets, an interdisciplinary team of researchers at WPI is looking at ways to use food waste to make a renewable and more affordable fuel replacement for oil-based diesel.

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  • With gas prices soaring and food costs pinching family budgets, an interdisciplinary team of researchers at WPI is looking at ways to use food waste to make a renewable and more affordable fuel replacement for oil-based diesel.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    By creating a biodiesel through this method, weve shown that we can bring the price of gas down to $1.10 per gallon, and potentially even lower, said Timko.
  • Food waste is also a major contributor to climate change: once its placed in landfills, it emits methane, a greenhouse gas.
  • To make the fuel, the researchers employed a process called hydrothermal liquefaction, which uses heat and water to break down the food waste into a liquid.

Frederick County Public Schools and SkyPoint FCU Partner on Financial Literacy Program

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Tuesday, January 18, 2022

SkyPoint Federal Credit Union (SkyPoint), a premier, member-owned financial institution, and Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS), a high-performing school system of 68 Maryland schools, have announced a partnership to teach financial literacy across 11 FCPS high schools.

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  • SkyPoint Federal Credit Union (SkyPoint), a premier, member-owned financial institution, and Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS), a high-performing school system of 68 Maryland schools, have announced a partnership to teach financial literacy across 11 FCPS high schools.
  • We are thrilled to partner with FCPS on this important program, said Audra Pettus, Director of Community Relations for SkyPoint.
  • SkyPoint is one of the premier financial institutions serving Montgomery County, MD; Frederick County, MD; Arlington County, VA; Alexandria and Falls Church, VA; and the District of Columbia.
  • Frederick County is home to 68 schools, including 38 elementary schools, 13 middle schools, 11 high schools, three public charter schools, an alternative school, a special education school, Flexible Evening High, and a Career and Technology Center.

Martin Robert, PhD. Joins Pleio, Inc. to Energize Innovation in Patient Engagement

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Thursday, October 21, 2021

NEW YORK, Oct. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Pleio, Inc announced today that Martin Robert will head up their new Product innovation lab.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Pleio, Inc announced today that Martin Robert will head up their new Product innovation lab.
  • Pleio, Inc. meets patient demands and hires a new PhD to leverage AI innovation and product development.
  • Over the last 25 years, Martin has worked in specialized medical education and communications companies to blaze trails in innovation and new product development.
  • Pleio is a leading patient support company focused on "patients as people" to help close the adherence gaps and drive better patient engagement.