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CereVasc's Minimally Invasive Central Nervous System Therapy Delivery System Receives Outstanding Presentation Award at American Society of Gene & Cell Therapy Annual Meeting

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Wednesday, June 14, 2023
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BOSTON, June 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CereVasc, Inc., a privately held, clinical-stage, medical device company developing novel treatments for neurological diseases, announced today that a presentation of study results for its minimally invasive Central Nervous System (CNS) Delivery System was awarded an Outstanding Poster Presentation Award by the American Society of Gene and Cell Therapy as part of their 2023 Annual Meeting.

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  • BOSTON, June 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CereVasc, Inc., a privately held, clinical-stage, medical device company developing novel treatments for neurological diseases, announced today that a presentation of study results for its minimally invasive Central Nervous System (CNS) Delivery System was awarded an Outstanding Poster Presentation Award by the American Society of Gene and Cell Therapy as part of their 2023 Annual Meeting.
  • "We are honored that ASGCT recognized data on our minimally invasive CNS Delivery System with an Outstanding Poster Presentation Award," said Dan Levangie, Chairman and CEO of CereVasc.
  • "We appreciate the challenges faced by CNS therapeutic researchers and industry to identify an effective and minimally invasive route of administration for their therapeutic assets.
  • We believe our data highlighted with this Award demonstrates the potential of our novel alternative to more invasive techniques employed to deliver therapies to the CNS.

U.S. FDA Approves QULIPTA® (atogepant) for Adults With Chronic Migraine

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023
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The approval makes QULIPTA the first and only oral calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) receptor antagonist approved to prevent episodic and chronic migraine.

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  • The approval makes QULIPTA the first and only oral calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) receptor antagonist approved to prevent episodic and chronic migraine.
  • Now, those with the most challenging to treat chronic migraine can also rely on QULIPTA to significantly reduce their migraine days," said Roopal Thakkar, senior vice president, chief medical officer, AbbVie.
  • "This approval makes AbbVie the only company with three treatments across the spectrum of migraine, including QULIPTA as a preventive treatment for both episodic and chronic migraine; BOTOX® (onabotulinumtoxinA), our foundational, first FDA-approved preventive treatment for chronic migraine; and UBRELVY® (ubrogepant), an acute treatment for migraine attacks."
  • These are critical factors neurologists and headache specialists consider when prescribing a treatment option, particularly for those with chronic migraine."

Autism Speaks Celebrity Chef Gala Brings Celebrated Culinary Artists Together in Support of the Autism Community

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Monday, March 6, 2023
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NEW YORK, March 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Autism Speaks annual Celebrity Chef Gala will welcome notable chefs, philanthropists and advocates to celebrate the autism community and help fuel Autism Speaks' mission to create a more inclusive world for all autistic people. The event returns to Cipriani Wall Street in New York on April 4, with celebrity chefs, including Daniel Boulud, Charlie Palmer, Ralph Scamardella and more, plating custom creations for attendees.

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  • NEW YORK, March 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Autism Speaks annual Celebrity Chef Gala will welcome notable chefs, philanthropists and advocates to celebrate the autism community and help fuel Autism Speaks' mission to create a more inclusive world for all autistic people.
  • "The Autism Speaks Celebrity Chef Gala is an event to thrill the senses, and change the future for people with autism," said Keith Wargo, President & CEO of Autism Speaks.
  • "We have transformed so many lives during our 48-year history in collaboration with partners like Autism Speaks.
  • The event will benefit Autism Speaks and NECC, funding grants, research & innovation, advocacy, and partnerships that improve the quality of life and well-being of individuals with autism.

MASSACHUSETTS FATHER TO WALK ACROSS AMERICA TO BENEFIT CHILDREN WITH AUTISM

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Thursday, January 26, 2023
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McKenna will walk across the US to raise awareness of autism and funds for The New England Center for Children.

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  • McKenna will walk across the US to raise awareness of autism and funds for The New England Center for Children.
  • "The Mike Walk Across America is an opportunity to give back to NECC for the love, education and support provided to my son and family, and to thousands like us."
  • Preparing special education teachers and behavior analysts for careers beyond the Center in Massachusetts is part of NECC's mission.
  • Many NECC staff alumni have gone on to establish their own centers serving children with autism throughout the U.S. and around the world, including Brazil, Ghana, and Iceland.

Apex Entertainment Races into September with 2nd Annual Charity Fun Run 5k

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Wednesday, August 10, 2022
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MARLBOROUGH, Mass., Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Apex Entertainment®, a family entertainment destination for people of all ages, will hold a 5k charity event on Saturday, September 17th at Apex Entertainment in Marlborough, Mass. Racers will arrive between 8 and 9 am ET and the race begins on Apex Drive at 10 am ET. With a $40 regular entry fee that provides access to race and attend the after-party, the event is focused on raising funds for Autism education and research, and families in need. Specifically, the road race supports the New England Center for Children and the Hole in the Wall Gang Camp. Registration is open now on the Apex Fun Run 5k site.

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  • MARLBOROUGH, Mass., Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Apex Entertainment, a family entertainment destination for people of all ages, will hold a 5k charity event on Saturday, September 17th at Apex Entertainment in Marlborough, Mass.
  • Registration is open now on the Apex Fun Run 5k site.
  • Everyone, all ages and all experience levels, are welcome to participate in the Apex Fun Run 5k charity road race.
  • Runners and walkers will navigate the chip-timed 5k course that is professionally managed around the roads of the Apex Marlborough facility.

Behaven Kids Brings Two Nationally Recognized Autism Professionals to Nebraska to Serve on Advisory Committee

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Tuesday, May 10, 2022
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Nebraska has one of the largest underserved populations in the country of minors with autism spectrum disorder and mental health conditions.

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  • Nebraska has one of the largest underserved populations in the country of minors with autism spectrum disorder and mental health conditions.
  • Despite this, there are provider shortages in 88 of Nebraskas 93 counties, and 32 counties have no behavioral health providers whatsoever.
  • Behaven Kids was founded in Nebraska, serves the families and children of Nebraska and is committed to providing the highest caliber of services and programs throughout Nebraska, said Themis Gomes, CEO of Behaven Kids.
  • Behaven Kids is a provider of services for children and adolescents who have been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, mental health-related issues and behavioral difficulties.

Pendo Names New Chief Product Officer, Surpasses 800 Employees in Latest Quarter of Fast Growth

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Thursday, November 18, 2021
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Pendo also announced that Trisha Price has joined the company as chief product officer .

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  • Pendo also announced that Trisha Price has joined the company as chief product officer .
  • Price most recently served as chief innovation officer and chief product officer at nCino, a publicly-traded cloud banking platform.
  • Trisha brings incredible energy and expertise from innovating at both fast-growing startups and traditional enterprises," said Todd Olson, CEO and co-founder of Pendo.
  • Through its ProductCraft and customer communities, sponsored events and podcast, Pendo aims to support the success of product and digital leaders everywhere.

Apex Entertainment announces NFL 2020 season partnership with The New England Center for Children (NECC)

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Tuesday, September 15, 2020
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MARLBOROUGH, Mass., Sept. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Apex Entertainment has announced a partnership with The New England Center for Children (NECC) for the 2020 NFL season.

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  • MARLBOROUGH, Mass., Sept. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Apex Entertainment has announced a partnership with The New England Center for Children (NECC) for the 2020 NFL season.
  • As part of their "Apex Cares" program, Apex Entertainment will donate $100 to NECC for every converted field goal made by New England.
  • Apex Entertainment is the largest family Entertainment Center in New England, and is located in Marlborough, MA.
  • The New England Center for Children, an award-winning autism education center and research institute, is located in Southborough, MA.

The New England Center for Children Celebrates 45th Anniversary

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Thursday, August 13, 2020
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SOUTHBOROUGH, Mass., Aug. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The New England Center for Children (NECC), a global leader in education and research for children with autism, announced today its 45th anniversary and the kick-off of a year celebrating the breadth and depth of its impact.

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  • SOUTHBOROUGH, Mass., Aug. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The New England Center for Children (NECC), a global leader in education and research for children with autism, announced today its 45th anniversary and the kick-off of a year celebrating the breadth and depth of its impact.
  • "The New England Center for Children provides the highest caliber of services in the nation to children with autism," said Michael Dukakis, NECC Board Member and former Governor of Massachusetts.
  • The New England Center for Children (NECC) is an award-winning autism education center and research institute.
  • The New England Center for Children is based in Southborough, MA, and operates a center in Abu Dhabi, UAE.