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The World Science Festival Returns to NYC with the Spring Into Science Series of Live Events Exploring Consciousness, the Cosmos, AI, Quantum Computing, and More

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024

"There's nothing like hearing from the very scientists and technologists and artists who are transforming our understanding of reality," says Greene, also Co-Founder & Chairman of the World Science Festival.

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  • "There's nothing like hearing from the very scientists and technologists and artists who are transforming our understanding of reality," says Greene, also Co-Founder & Chairman of the World Science Festival.
  • "Spring into Science will give a glimpse of the amazing developments that promise to redefine the world of tomorrow."
  • "We are thrilled to bring back the immersive experience of live events," says Tracy Day, CEO & Co-Founder of the World Science Festival.
  • "With Spring Into Science, we showcase some of the world's great thinkers and artists whose research will transform how we live."

The 7th China EdFest empowers learners for a connected world

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024

SHANGHAI, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The 7th China Festival of Education was yet another resounding success.

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  • SHANGHAI, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The 7th China Festival of Education was yet another resounding success.
  • Wellington College China in partnership with Wellington College International welcomed 800+ guests and around 50 thought leaders in education, mental health, wellbeing and technology with a goal of 'Empowering Learners for a Connected World'.
  • This growing community has helped enable the China Festival to invite more international speakers than ever before, to join the debate.
  • "The world grows more connected by the day," said Julian Jeffrey Chief Executive Master of Wellington College China.

Smartkem To Exhibit and Present at the TechBlick Innovations Festival

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Monday, April 22, 2024

MANCHESTER, England, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Smartkem (OTCQB: SMTK ), the developer of a new class of semiconductor polymer transistors with the potential to power the next generation of displays, announces that it is a sponsor of the upcoming TechBlick Innovations Festival on Thursday, April 25th, 2024 and will be giving a live virtual presentation at the Festival.

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  • MANCHESTER, England, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Smartkem (OTCQB: SMTK ), the developer of a new class of semiconductor polymer transistors with the potential to power the next generation of displays, announces that it is a sponsor of the upcoming TechBlick Innovations Festival on Thursday, April 25th, 2024 and will be giving a live virtual presentation at the Festival.
  • Smartkem Chief Technology Officer, Dr Simon Ogier, will be giving a virtual presentation titled "Organic Thin-Film Transistor Technology – from Lab to Fab" at 07:15 ET / 12:15 BST / 13:15 CET on Thursday, April 25th, 2024.
  • The presentation will highlight application demonstrators and discuss the partnerships that are expected to enable Smartkem to scaleup fabrication of its OTFT technology to commercial scale production.
  • The TechBlick Innovations Festival is free to attend, and you can register here: https://www.techblick.com/innovation-festival-april-2024
    Smartkem's OTCQB information can be found on the OTC Markets website: www.otcmarkets.com/stock/SMTK/overview

Smartkem To Exhibit and Present at the TechBlick Innovations Festival

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Monday, April 22, 2024

MANCHESTER, England, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Smartkem (OTCQB: SMTK ), the developer of a new class of semiconductor polymer transistors with the potential to power the next generation of displays, announces that it is a sponsor of the upcoming TechBlick Innovations Festival on Thursday, April 25th, 2024 and will be giving a live virtual presentation at the Festival.

Key Points: 
  • MANCHESTER, England, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Smartkem (OTCQB: SMTK ), the developer of a new class of semiconductor polymer transistors with the potential to power the next generation of displays, announces that it is a sponsor of the upcoming TechBlick Innovations Festival on Thursday, April 25th, 2024 and will be giving a live virtual presentation at the Festival.
  • Smartkem Chief Technology Officer, Dr Simon Ogier, will be giving a virtual presentation titled "Organic Thin-Film Transistor Technology – from Lab to Fab" at 07:15 ET / 12:15 BST / 13:15 CET on Thursday, April 25th, 2024.
  • The presentation will highlight application demonstrators and discuss the partnerships that are expected to enable Smartkem to scaleup fabrication of its OTFT technology to commercial scale production.
  • The TechBlick Innovations Festival is free to attend, and you can register here: https://www.techblick.com/innovation-festival-april-2024
    Smartkem's OTCQB information can be found on the OTC Markets website: www.otcmarkets.com/stock/SMTK/overview

Esports World Cup to Feature Record-Breaking Prize Pool of More Than $60 Million

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Esports World Cup Foundation ("EWCF") has announced an unprecedented total prize pool of more than $60 million for the inaugural Esports World Cup ("EWC") this summer in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This life-changing sum is the largest prize pool ever awarded at an esports tournament, shattering the previous record of $45 million set by Gamers8: The Land of Heroes in 2023.

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  • RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Esports World Cup Foundation ("EWCF") has announced an unprecedented total prize pool of more than $60 million for the inaugural Esports World Cup ("EWC") this summer in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
  • The Esports World Cup's historic prize pool matches its grand scale — the event will feature the world's top Clubs and esports athletes in 20 competitions, with more to be announced, throughout its eight-week schedule.
  • "Setting the record for largest esports prize pool is a remarkable achievement, but what I'm most proud of is the positive message this sends to the wider esports and gaming community," said Ralf Reichert, CEO, Esports World Cup Foundation.
  • To learn more about the Esports World Cup, visit www.esportsworldcup.com , and follow upcoming Esports World Cup game announcements on X (formerly Twitter).

AIVITA Biomedical CEO Dr. Hans Keirstead and CMO Dr. Robert Dillman to Speak and Participate in Keynote Panel at Festival of Biologics USA

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Thursday, April 11, 2024

IRVINE, Calif., April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AIVITA Biomedical, Inc., a biotech company specializing in innovative stem cell applications, today announced that chief executive officer Hans Keirstead, Ph.D. and chief medical officer Robert Dillman, M.D.

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  • IRVINE, Calif., April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AIVITA Biomedical, Inc., a biotech company specializing in innovative stem cell applications, today announced that chief executive officer Hans Keirstead, Ph.D. and chief medical officer Robert Dillman, M.D.
  • will speak and participate in a keynote panel at the Festival of Biologics USA, taking place April 15-19 in San Diego, California.
  • Details are as follows:

The Help Group Marks Autism Acceptance Month with a Series of Community Events Benefiting Families in Los Angeles

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024

LOS ANGELES, April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- During Autism Acceptance Month this April, The Help Group, a Los Angeles-based nonprofit agency dedicated to serving families and individuals with special needs through its schools and programs, is organizing several community gatherings as well as a webcast focused on the topic of autism acceptance, free of charge. These events aim to link families with vital resources in the Los Angeles region and spotlight the unique talents of individuals, including those on the autism spectrum. 

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  • LOS ANGELES, April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- During Autism Acceptance Month this April, The Help Group, a Los Angeles-based nonprofit agency dedicated to serving families and individuals with special needs through its schools and programs, is organizing several community gatherings as well as a webcast focused on the topic of autism acceptance, free of charge.
  • These events aim to link families with vital resources in the Los Angeles region and spotlight the unique talents of individuals, including those on the autism spectrum.
  • "Autism Acceptance Month underscores the importance of understanding and embracing the 1 in 36 children diagnosed with autism," remarked Dr. Laurie Stephens, Sr. Director of Autism and Clinical Services at The Help Group.
  • "These community events offer valuable opportunities to celebrate neurodiversity while equipping families with resources to support their children realizing their fullest potential."

Decatur Children’s Book Festival Debuts May 3-5

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

DECATUR, Ga., April 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The inaugural Decatur Children’s Book Festival, presented by Little Shop of Stories, will be taking place May 3-5 in downtown Decatur.

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  • DECATUR, Ga., April 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The inaugural Decatur Children’s Book Festival, presented by Little Shop of Stories, will be taking place May 3-5 in downtown Decatur.
  • The Decatur Children’s Book Festival will continue May 4 and 5 at the Decatur Recreation Center and the Decatur Library.
  • The Decatur Children’s Book Festival takes place alongside the Decatur Arts Festival and in partnership with the City of Decatur, Decatur Arts Alliance, Decatur Tourism Bureau, Decatur Downtown Development Authority, the DeKalb County Public Library, the DeKalb Library Foundation, the Georgia Center for the Book, and Lenz.
  • Tickets to the Decatur Children’s Book Festival keynote event on May 3 can be found on Eventbrite .

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Pittsburgh, April 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on May 11, 2024 on the campus of the Pittsburgh Theological Seminary in East Liberty.

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  • Pittsburgh, April 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on May 11, 2024 on the campus of the Pittsburgh Theological Seminary in East Liberty.
  • Specially planned this year, the event will focus a portion of its programming on stories about Pittsburgh – and the greater Pittsburgh area – by hometown authors.
  • The Festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, May 11 at 616 North Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh.
  • The Festival is made possible thanks to support from sponsors including Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, The Jack Buncher Foundation, KDKA and others.

AMERICAN WRITERS MUSEUM AND CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY ANNOUNCE FULL SCHEDULE FOR SECOND AMERICAN WRITERS FESTIVAL ON MAY 19

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

This year, the Festival is co-presented by the American Writers Museum (AWM) and Chicago Public Library (CPL), and will be held at the historic Harold Washington Library Center, located at 400 S. State St.

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  • This year, the Festival is co-presented by the American Writers Museum (AWM) and Chicago Public Library (CPL), and will be held at the historic Harold Washington Library Center, located at 400 S. State St.
  • The American Writers Festival aims to transcend the boundaries of a traditional book festival, showcasing the immense contributions made by writers of all genres and styles to American history, culture, and daily life.
  • Building upon the resounding success of the 2022 American Writers Festival , which attracted thousands of attendees to the Chicago Cultural Center and the American Writers Museum, this year's event promises to be even more exceptional.
  • "We are delighted to partner with the Chicago Public Library to bring back the American Writers Festival, a literary celebration that truly reflects the essence of America through its diverse and talented writers," said Carey Cranston, President of the American Writers Museum.