Integrative Biology

Pelvital Announces Advisory Board, Fueling its Mission to Transform the Standard of Care for Urinary Incontinence

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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EAGAN, Minn., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Pelvital, the women's health MedTech company on a mission to transform the standard of care for urinary incontinence, is proud to announce the formation of its formal scientific and business advisory board. This dynamic team of industry leaders and experts will play a pivotal role in supporting the strategic direction and growth of the organization in its ongoing efforts to expand its reach with clinicians, patients, and payors seeking an effective, accessible, conservative treatment option.

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  • EAGAN, Minn., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Pelvital, the women's health MedTech company on a mission to transform the standard of care for urinary incontinence, is proud to announce the formation of its formal scientific and business advisory board.
  • The seven-person advisory board assembles a wealth of experience and expertise with each member having a proven track record of excellence.
  • Dr. Alpert has taught for many years in entrepreneur programs at U.S. and overseas universities, mentoring students and faculty working in the healthcare industry.
  • Their collective knowledge and experience will be instrumental in guiding Pelvital as we embark on an exciting phase of growth and innovation."

International Barcode of Life will change the world

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
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Capable of making species identification faster, more accurate, and less expensive than previous methods, the technology underpins a global effort to catalogue all life on Earth.

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  • Capable of making species identification faster, more accurate, and less expensive than previous methods, the technology underpins a global effort to catalogue all life on Earth.
  • The Franklin Institute , an organization dedicated to promoting science and innovation, has awarded Benjamin Franklin medals since 1824 to world-changing scientists, engineers, inventors, and industrialists.
  • DNA barcoding technology has literally changed how we see and know life on Earth,” said Dr. Rene Van Acker, interim vice-president research.
  • “Through the CBG, our students learn innovative analytical and technical skills, positioning them as trailblazers in biodiversity research to improve life and secure bright futures in science.”

Historic $100 Million Gift to Brigham and Women’s Hospital to Establish Institute of Immunology and Inflammation of the Brigham, Massachusetts General Hospital, and Harvard Medical School

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023
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The landmark gift—the largest in the Brigham’s history—will establish The Gene Lay Institute of Immunology and Inflammation of Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), also a founding member of Mass General Brigham, and Harvard Medical School (HMS).

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  • The landmark gift—the largest in the Brigham’s history—will establish The Gene Lay Institute of Immunology and Inflammation of Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), also a founding member of Mass General Brigham, and Harvard Medical School (HMS).
  • Vijay Kuchroo, DVM, PhD, an immunologist and principal investigator at the Brigham, will serve as inaugural director of the institute, which will be located at and administered by the Brigham.
  • “And I’ve had a longstanding relationship with and respect for the scientists in the Harvard medical community, who played an instrumental role in my career.
  • In addition, the Gene Lay Institute will provide substantial training opportunities for students and fellows to support immunology innovators of the future.

Recode Therapeutics Expands Leadership Team with Appointment of April Loui as Senior Vice President of Quality and CMC Regulatory Affairs

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Wednesday, February 1, 2023
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ReCode Therapeutics , a genetic medicines company using superior delivery to power the next wave of mRNA and gene correction therapeutics, announced today the appointment of April Loui, MBA, CSSBB, as senior vice president of quality and chemical, manufacturing and controls (CMC) regulatory affairs.

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  • ReCode Therapeutics , a genetic medicines company using superior delivery to power the next wave of mRNA and gene correction therapeutics, announced today the appointment of April Loui, MBA, CSSBB, as senior vice president of quality and chemical, manufacturing and controls (CMC) regulatory affairs.
  • Ms. Loui will oversee and manage ReCode’s quality and CMC regulatory strategies.
  • Prior to Alector, she was the senior director of CMC clinical quality operations at Gilead Sciences, where she provided leadership for quality CMC strategies across clinical programs.
  • Ms. Loui spent more than a decade at Genentech, a subsidiary of Roche, in leadership roles including management of Genentech’s external manufacturing quality operations.

The Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) Hires New Chief Scientist

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Monday, November 28, 2022
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WASHINGTON and OTTAWA, Nov. 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Healy Hamilton to the role of SFI Chief Scientist, starting April 4, 2023.

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  • WASHINGTON and OTTAWA, Nov. 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Healy Hamilton to the role of SFI Chief Scientist, starting April 4, 2023.
  • She will accelerate the scale of SFIs conservation impact, further elevating awareness of the role of sustainable forest management in species recovery, climate smart forestry, and conservation outcomes.
  • I am eager to work with the dedicated team at SFI and its expansive network of partners to advance the science of sustainable forestry.
  • The Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) advances sustainability through forest-focused collaborations.

ALUS and the Weston Family Foundation present the 2022 Weston Family Ecosystem Research Award

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Wednesday, October 26, 2022
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The Weston Family Ecosystem Research Award recognizes researchers or ALUS partners for excellence and innovation in scientific research on ecosystem services produced on farmland for the broader public good.

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  • The Weston Family Ecosystem Research Award recognizes researchers or ALUS partners for excellence and innovation in scientific research on ecosystem services produced on farmland for the broader public good.
  • Dr. Fryxells applied research has helped the world better understand the interaction of biodiversity and natural systems on agricultural lands, said Emma Adamo, Chair, Weston Family Foundation.
  • The Weston Family Foundation is thrilled the 2022 Weston Family Ecosystem Research Award is going to Dr. Fryxell, and we are grateful to him and his team for their advancements in the field.
  • The Weston Family Ecosystem Research Award has previously been presented to Dr.Amy Newman in 2020 , Dr. Wanhong Yang in 2018 , and Dr.Andrew MacDougall in 2016 .

2022 Blue Planet Prize: Announcement of Prize Winners - THE ASAHI GLASS FOUNDATION

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Wednesday, June 15, 2022
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This year marks the 31st awarding of the Blue Planet Prize, the international environmental award sponsored by the Asahi Glass Foundation, chaired by Takuya Shimamura.

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  • This year marks the 31st awarding of the Blue Planet Prize, the international environmental award sponsored by the Asahi Glass Foundation, chaired by Takuya Shimamura.
  • Every year, the Foundation selects two winners, individuals or organizations who have made significant contributions to the resolution of global environmental problems.
  • The Board of Directors have selected the following 2022 Blue Planet Prize recipients.
  • This press release and the photo of each recipient will be published 11 a.m. on Wednesday June 15 on the website of the Asahi Glass Foundation ( www.af-info.or.jp/en ).

New Testing Shows BPA Could Be Leaching Into Our Skin From Socks

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Monday, October 4, 2021
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In total, CEH has initiated litigation with 63 socks brands , including Adidas, Champion, GAP, Hanes, New Balance, and Reebok.

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  • In total, CEH has initiated litigation with 63 socks brands , including Adidas, Champion, GAP, Hanes, New Balance, and Reebok.
  • "Socks are worn for hours at a time, so it is concerning to be finding such high levels of BPA, particularly in those made for babies and children."
  • "BPA was originally designed as an estrogen," said Tyrone Hayes, Professor of Integrative Biology at University of California, Berkeley.
  • After months of testing, CEH sent legal notices to 54 companies whose socks had high levels of BPA in September.

Nikon Small World Announces the Winners of the 47th Annual Photo Competition, Image of an Oak Leaf Exterior Takes First Place

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Monday, September 13, 2021
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MELVILLE, N.Y., Sept. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Nikon Instruments Inc. today unveiled the winners of the 47th annual Nikon Small World Photomicrography Competition. This year's first place prize was awarded to Jason Kirk for his striking image of a southern live oak leaf's trichomes, stomata and vessels. Using various lighting techniques and design tools, Jason's final image is a masterful example of the dynamic relationship between imaging technology and artistic creativity. Using a custom-made microscope system that combines color filtered transmitted light with diffused reflected light, Jason captured around 200 individual images of the leaf and stacked them together to create the stunning image.

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  • MELVILLE, N.Y., Sept. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Nikon Instruments Inc. today unveiled the winners of the 47th annual Nikon Small World Photomicrography Competition .
  • This year's first place prize was awarded to Jason Kirk for his striking image of a southern live oak leaf's trichomes, stomata and vessels.
  • "Nikon Small World was created to show the world how art and science come together under the microscope.
  • In addition to the top three winners, Nikon Small World recognized 100 photos out of thousands of entries from scientists and artists across the globe.

A Look Inside A Termite's Gut Wins The 11th Annual Nikon Small World in Motion Competition

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Monday, August 16, 2021
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MELVILLE, N.Y., Aug. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Nikon Instruments Inc. today unveiled the winners of the 11th annual Nikon Small World in Motion Photomicrography Competition .

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  • MELVILLE, N.Y., Aug. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Nikon Instruments Inc. today unveiled the winners of the 11th annual Nikon Small World in Motion Photomicrography Competition .
  • This year's first place prize was awarded to Fabian J. Weston for his visually stunning video of live microfauna in the gut of a termite.
  • Fabian hopes that his video will bring greater public awareness to the essential role allProtists play in every ecosystem on Earth.
  • The world is so small, and we can connect easily with anyone across the globe."