University of Oregon

Skroot Laboratory, Inc. Joins Cell Manufacturing Research Initiative to Further Advance Cell Therapy Discovery

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Thursday, October 21, 2021

AMES, Iowa, Oct. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Skroot Laboratory, Inc. has joined the National Science Foundation (NSF) Engineering Research Center for Cell Manufacturing Technologies (CMaT).

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  • AMES, Iowa, Oct. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Skroot Laboratory, Inc. has joined the National Science Foundation (NSF) Engineering Research Center for Cell Manufacturing Technologies (CMaT).
  • "We could not imagine a more impactful organization to be a part of in advancing biomanufacturing processes for the world than that of CMaT.
  • The platform also enables alignment with continuous manufacturing practices and FDA Industry Guidance for PAT in upstream processes.
  • The center will also develop improved models for a robust supply chain, storage and distribution system for these therapeutic cell products.

SportGait Adds Stress, Anxiety, and Depression Screener to Mobile App

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Wednesday, September 29, 2021

WILMINGTON, N.C., Sept. 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --SportGait has announced an addition of a Stress, Anxiety, and Depression (S.A.D.)

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  • WILMINGTON, N.C., Sept. 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --SportGait has announced an addition of a Stress, Anxiety, and Depression (S.A.D.)
  • The screener was developed by Cecil R. Reynolds, PhD, who is a distinguished research scholar at Texas A&M University.
  • "If we do not screen our youth for mental health risk or disorders, we cannot ensure timely access to needed treatment."
  • The screener is based on the BASC-3 Behavioral and Emotional Screening System, also developed by Drs.

Electronic Arts Reignites College Rivalries in Madden NFL 22 With Addition of Ten College Teams in Superstar KO

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Tuesday, August 31, 2021

Madden NFL 22 is available for purchase now across all major gaming platforms.

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  • Madden NFL 22 is available for purchase now across all major gaming platforms.
  • The showdown streams tonight at 7pm ET on the NFL YouTube Channel and Madden NFL Twitch .
  • The Madden NFL 22 Campus Legends event in Superstar KO runs until September 27th.
  • For Madden NFL 22 assets, visit: EAPressPortal.com and follow @eamaddennfl on Twitter , Facebook and Instagram for the latest updates.

University of Oregon Receives Second $500 Million Gift for the Phil and Penny Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact

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Tuesday, July 6, 2021

With this gift, the University of Oregon's Phil and Penny Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact will further expand its strengths in bioengineering and applied scientific research and training, creating new opportunities for additional students, adding faculty positions and funding a second building.

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  • With this gift, the University of Oregon's Phil and Penny Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact will further expand its strengths in bioengineering and applied scientific research and training, creating new opportunities for additional students, adding faculty positions and funding a second building.
  • The Knight Campus stands as a prime example of how private philanthropy is redefining the university for generations to come.
  • The Phil and Penny Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact is a new campus designed to accelerate the cycle of translating discoveries into societal impact.
  • They range from the Phil and Penny Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact to the Institute of Molecular Biology, from the Institute of Neuroscience to the Center for High Energy Physics and the Oregon Humanities Center.

L7 Informatics deploys ESP Software Platform for COVID-19 Workflow at University of Oregon

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Tuesday, January 5, 2021

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --L7 Informatics announced that it has deployed L7|ESP toautomate all lab operations starting with implementing a COVID-19 workflow at the University of Oregon (UO).

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --L7 Informatics announced that it has deployed L7|ESP toautomate all lab operations starting with implementing a COVID-19 workflow at the University of Oregon (UO).
  • The project's scope included patient-driven sample accessioning, (ABI 7500) qPCR-based testing workflow, swab-seq based testing workflow, and integration to the Oregon state reporting.
  • According to L7 Informatics President and CEO Vasu Rangadass, Ph.D., L7 responded to UO's request for rapid deployment of the Covid-19 testing process by implementing L7 | ESP in about 60 days.
  • L7 Informatics provides software and services that enable synchronized solutions for scientific research and development.

University of Oregon Announces Opening of the Phil and Penny Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact to Speed the Pace of Scientific Discovery

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Wednesday, December 2, 2020

The Knight Campus puts the world on notice: The University of Oregon is once again changing the game in terms of the way that research and science can serve students and society."

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  • The Knight Campus puts the world on notice: The University of Oregon is once again changing the game in terms of the way that research and science can serve students and society."
  • The Knight Campus was made possible by a $500 million lead gift from UO alumni and Nike co-founder Phil Knight and his wife Penny.
  • The Knight Campus serves graduate students with a graduate internship program and a doctoral program in bioengineering, in partnership with Oregon State University.
  • Added Guldberg, "The Knight Campus serves as a hub for new partnerships, inspiring discovery and innovation across campus, the region and the country.

Critical Innovations LLC and the Phil and Penny Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact at the University of Oregon Join the Coalition for the Advancement of Research and Innovation in Trauma

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Friday, September 25, 2020

"We look forward to working together with other leaders to advance needed innovation in emergency and trauma research and development for both the U.S. military and the general public."

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  • "We look forward to working together with other leaders to advance needed innovation in emergency and trauma research and development for both the U.S. military and the general public."
  • The vision of the Knight Campus is to dramatically shorten the timeline between discovery and societal impact through world-class research, training and entrepreneurship in a nimble scientific enterprise.
  • The Phil and Penny Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact is an ambitious initiative to fast-track scientific discoveries into innovations that improve the quality of life for people in Oregon, the nation, and the world.
  • Today, CARIT is comprised of four member organizations: Critical Innovations LLC, Indiana University, Phil and Penny Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact at the University of Oregon, and Prytime Medical, Inc.

Nike Running Camps Release Dates for 2020 Smoky Mountain Running Camp

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Monday, December 16, 2019

The hard-easy training philosophy was developed by the late, great University of Oregon Coach and Nike Co-Founder Bill Bowerman.

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  • The hard-easy training philosophy was developed by the late, great University of Oregon Coach and Nike Co-Founder Bill Bowerman.
  • The 2020 camp dates are Sunday to Friday, July 5-10, July 12-17 and July 19-24.
  • Runners, Coaches, and Parents interested in Nike Running Camps for the upcoming summer can visit http://www.ussportscamps.com/running or call 1-800-645-3226.
  • US Sports Camps (USSC), headquartered in San Rafael, California, is America's largest sports camp network and the licensed operator of Nike Sports Camps.

University of Maryland Names Adriene Lim Dean of University Libraries

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Tuesday, May 28, 2019

COLLEGE PARK, Md., May 28, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The University of Maryland has named Adriene Lim, Ph.D., Dean of University Libraries, effective August 19, 2019.

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  • COLLEGE PARK, Md., May 28, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The University of Maryland has named Adriene Lim, Ph.D., Dean of University Libraries, effective August 19, 2019.
  • "To step into this role at the University of Maryland is a great honor," said Lim.
  • Prior to joining the University of Oregon, Lim was Dean of Libraries at Oakland University and Interim University Librarian and Associate University Librarian for Resource Services at Portland State University.
  • The University of Maryland, College Park is the state's flagship university and one of the nation's preeminent public research universities.

Oregon Fans Have a New Way to Mow With Duck Pride

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Tuesday, September 4, 2018

According to Exmark Senior Marketing Manager, John Cloutier, the groundbreaking partnership with the University of Oregon gives Duck fans the opportunity to enjoy more of their weekends.

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  • According to Exmark Senior Marketing Manager, John Cloutier, the groundbreaking partnership with the University of Oregon gives Duck fans the opportunity to enjoy more of their weekends.
  • "As college sports fans ourselves, we know all too well the challenges of getting yard work done in time for the game," said Cloutier.
  • "Now, Duck fans can spend less time mowing and more time doing the things they truly love."
  • When Oregon fans purchase select Radius or Lazer Z zero-turn mowers, they can purchase an upgrade to a limited-edition, University of Oregon Ducks comfort seat.