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Talking Math: WPI Researcher Neil Heffernan Leads Effort To Develop AI Math Tutor

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Mittwoch, April 24, 2024
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Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) researcher Neil Heffernan has been awarded a three-year grant from the U.S. Department of Education’s (DOE) Institute of Education Sciences to develop an artificial intelligence (AI) tutor that can help middle-school students learn math while doing homework.

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  • Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) researcher Neil Heffernan has been awarded a three-year grant from the U.S. Department of Education’s (DOE) Institute of Education Sciences to develop an artificial intelligence (AI) tutor that can help middle-school students learn math while doing homework.
  • The project will integrate the AI tutor into ASSISTments, a free digital learning platform that has been used by more than 1 million students across the country and was developed by Heffernan and his wife, Cristina Heffernan, a former math teacher.
  • “Tutors are very effective at helping students learn math and succeed in class, but the cost of private tutoring services is beyond students from low-income backgrounds,” Neil Heffernan said.
  • “This leads to a persistent learning gap between lower-income students and students from families that can afford tutoring.

SES AI Teams Up with Worcester Polytechnic Institute on Lithium Metal Recycling Technology Research Initiative

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Freitag, April 19, 2024
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SES AI Corporation (“SES AI”) (NYSE: SES), a global leader in the development and manufacturing of high-performance Li-Metal batteries, today announced that it will fund a new research initiative at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) to develop state-of-the-art recycling technology for lithium metal.

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  • SES AI Corporation (“SES AI”) (NYSE: SES), a global leader in the development and manufacturing of high-performance Li-Metal batteries, today announced that it will fund a new research initiative at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) to develop state-of-the-art recycling technology for lithium metal.
  • To date, recycling for lithium-ion batteries exists at an early stage but recycling technology for Li-Metal batteries has not yet been developed.
  • Recycling Li-Metal batteries can be critical in the reduction of the shortage of raw materials and environmental problems.
  • “I feel honored and excited to work with SES AI, a global leader on Li-Metal battery recycling,” said Professor Wang.

Rice's OpenStax awarded $90M to lead first-of-its-kind NSF research hub for transformational learning and education research

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Mittwoch, April 24, 2024
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HOUSTON, April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- OpenStax at Rice University was awarded $90 million from the U.S. National Science Foundation to build and lead SafeInsights, a groundbreaking research and development (R&D) hub for inclusive learning and education research to benefit tens of millions of students and their instructors across all educational levels.

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  • SafeInsights will enable extensive, long-term research on the predictors of effective learning while protecting student privacy.
  • This five-year project represents the NSF's largest single investment in R&D infrastructure for education at a national scale.
  • "We are thrilled to announce an investment of $90 million in SafeInsights, marking a significant step forward in our commitment to advancing scientific research in STEM education," NSF Director Sethuraman Panchanathan said.
  • "There is an urgent need for research-informed strategies capable of transforming educational systems, empowering our nation's workforce and propelling discoveries in the science of learning.

AIChE Selected by DOE to Lead New Hydrogen Electrolyzer and Fuel Cell Recycling Consortium 

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Dienstag, März 26, 2024
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Among the recipients, the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) was selected to lead H2CIRC, a new “recovery and recycling” consortium charged with developing innovative and practical approaches to enable the recovery, recycling, and reuse of materials and components for hydrogen fuel cells and electrolyzers.

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  • Among the recipients, the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) was selected to lead H2CIRC, a new “recovery and recycling” consortium charged with developing innovative and practical approaches to enable the recovery, recycling, and reuse of materials and components for hydrogen fuel cells and electrolyzers.
  • This development will be supported by federal funding to be awarded to AIChE for the Hydrogen Electrolyzer and Fuel Cell Recycling Consortium, which totals $50 million over five years.
  • Additional DOE funding is being awarded for projects including low-cost, high-throughput electrolyzer manufacturing; electrolyzer component and supply chain development; advanced technology and component development; advanced manufacturing of fuel cell assemblies and stacks; and fuel cell supply chain development.
  • AIChE and its consortium partners will establish a blueprint across the industry for recycling electrolyzer and fuel cell systems and components, aimed at securing long-term supply chain security and environmental sustainability.

Worcester Polytechnic Institute Launches First-in-the-Nation Financial Technology PhD; Only University in the U.S. to Offer All Degree Levels in FinTech

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Dienstag, April 9, 2024
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Building on its established master’s and bachelor’s degree programs and aiming to meet industry trends and demands, Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) has introduced the nation’s first PhD program in Financial Technology (FinTech).

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  • Building on its established master’s and bachelor’s degree programs and aiming to meet industry trends and demands, Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) has introduced the nation’s first PhD program in Financial Technology (FinTech).
  • The new program underscores WPI’s dedication to advanced education and research in this rapidly expanding sector, making it the only university in the country to offer all degree levels in the field.
  • FinTech has become an essential area of study, creating a need for PhD graduates with the skills to lead industry and teach in financial technology programs.
  • There are also industry research opportunities, as firms in the financial industry seek to create innovative operations and products based on emerging financial technologies.

Rentschler Biopharma Takes Home the Gold in 20th Annual Team Massachusetts Economic Impact Awards

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Mittwoch, März 13, 2024
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LAUPHEIM, Germany and MILFORD, Mass., March 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rentschler Biopharma, a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) for biopharmaceuticals, announced that the company’s U.S. subsidiary, Rentschler Biopharma Inc., has been honored with the Gold Award for the Central Massachusetts region in the 20th Annual Team Massachusetts Economic Impact Awards.

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  • LAUPHEIM, Germany and MILFORD, Mass., March 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rentschler Biopharma, a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) for biopharmaceuticals, announced that the company’s U.S. subsidiary, Rentschler Biopharma Inc., has been honored with the Gold Award for the Central Massachusetts region in the 20th Annual Team Massachusetts Economic Impact Awards.
  • The awards will be presented on April 11 at a ceremony at Gillette Stadium, home of the New England Patriots football team and the New England Revolution soccer team.
  • MassEcon, the private sector partner in promoting business growth in the state of Massachusetts, recognizes Rentschler Biopharma along with thirteen other companies for its outstanding contributions to the state’s economy.
  • Tom Roberts, President of Rentschler Biopharma Inc. and General Manager U.S., said: “We are proud to be part of the Massachusetts biopharma community and to contribute to the state’s economic growth.

Consumer Safety Technology Names Three New Executives Strengthening Leadership and Supporting Accelerated Growth Plans

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Dienstag, März 19, 2024
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DES MOINES, Iowa, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Consumer Safety Technology, a leader in substance-use safety and detection products and services, announced today the appointment of three executives to its top leadership team.

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  • DES MOINES, Iowa, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Consumer Safety Technology, a leader in substance-use safety and detection products and services, announced today the appointment of three executives to its top leadership team.
  • His proven track record of driving financial performance in subscription-based businesses, leading through change, and building out scalable and repeatable processes will be instrumental in achieving growth objectives.
  • Robbins offers a unique blend of leadership, compliance and operational expertise, with a strong background in cross-enterprise management in highly regulated industries.
  • His background and strong leadership capabilities will enable CST to accelerate product and industry leading innovation.

Opentrons Announces Medical Robotics Expert Gregory Cole as Chief Innovation Officer to Accelerate AI-Driven Robo-Lab Partnerships and Innovations

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Donnerstag, Februar 22, 2024
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Opentrons Labworks, Inc. , a leader in lab automation and makers of accessible lab robotics, today announced the appointment of Gregory Cole, PhD as Chief Innovation Officer.

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  • Opentrons Labworks, Inc. , a leader in lab automation and makers of accessible lab robotics, today announced the appointment of Gregory Cole, PhD as Chief Innovation Officer.
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    "Greg's remarkable experience underscores his proficiency in steering robotic technologies towards successful commercialization," said Jonathan Brennan-Badal, CEO of Opentrons.
  • Dr. Cole served as Chief Technology Officer and Advisor at AiM Medical Robotics, responsible for developing and manufacturing image-guided robotic surgical devices and R&D platforms.
  • I’m looking forward to bringing my expertise in engineering to help them advance Opentrons Flex and other automated solutions," said Dr. Cole.

YS Biopharma Announces Appointment of New Directors

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Mittwoch, Februar 14, 2024
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GAITHERSBURG, Md., Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- YS Biopharma Co., Ltd. (Nasdaq: YS) ("YS Biopharma" or the "Company", and together with its subsidiaries, "YS Group"), a global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering, developing, manufacturing, and delivering new generations of vaccines and therapeutic biologics for infectious diseases and cancer, today announced the appointment of six new members to its Board of Directors (the "Board"), effective February 13, 2024.

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  • GAITHERSBURG, Md., Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- YS Biopharma Co., Ltd. (Nasdaq: YS) ("YS Biopharma" or the "Company", and together with its subsidiaries, "YS Group"), a global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering, developing, manufacturing, and delivering new generations of vaccines and therapeutic biologics for infectious diseases and cancer, today announced the appointment of six new members to its Board of Directors (the "Board"), effective February 13, 2024.
  • Ms. Chunyuan (Brenda) Wu currently serves as the CFO of YS Group, a position she has held since December 31, 2020.
  • Previously, Ms. Wu served as CFO of YS Group Biopharma from 2018-2020, and as Financial Controller for the same company from 2013-2018.
  • Dr. Ajit Shetty, Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Company, commented, "We are pleased to welcome each of our new directors to the Board.

Imperative Care Announces Four Senior Leadership Appointments

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Montag, Januar 29, 2024
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“This is an inflection point of operational scale and excellence for Imperative Care, and we are thrilled to have Chuck lead this important mission,” said Fred Khosravi, Imperative Care’s CEO and Chairman.

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  • “This is an inflection point of operational scale and excellence for Imperative Care, and we are thrilled to have Chuck lead this important mission,” said Fred Khosravi, Imperative Care’s CEO and Chairman.
  • Daniel will continue his important contributions to the future of patient care with his resolute dedication to meaningful innovation.”
    As an accomplished executive leader, Chuck Alpuche brings more than 40 years of senior operational expertise.
  • Prior to joining Imperative Care, he served as the Executive Vice President and COO of Insulet Corporation (NASDAQ: PODD).
  • Peter Griffin joins Imperative Care as a seasoned operations leader with more than 35 years of manufacturing, strategic supplier management, and product development experience.