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CNL Launches Annual Call for Proposals for its Joint Research Program in Health

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Mardi, février 7, 2023
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Launched in 2021, the CNRI-H program was established to accelerate the development of targeted radiopharmaceuticals for the benefit of Canadians through joint research projects, by providing access to the world-class laboratories and research capabilities at the Chalk River Laboratories campus.

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  • Launched in 2021, the CNRI-H program was established to accelerate the development of targeted radiopharmaceuticals for the benefit of Canadians through joint research projects, by providing access to the world-class laboratories and research capabilities at the Chalk River Laboratories campus.
  • CNL recently announced the first recipient under the CNRI-H program , which will see the company collaborate with a leading radiopharmaceutical company, Jubilant Radiopharma, on the development of novel alpha radiopharmaceuticals.
  • CNL will complete a final evaluation of the proposed project plans before making the final selection and approval of successful applicants.
  • For more information on the CNRI Health Stream, including submission guidelines and details, please visit www.cnl.ca/cnri-health .

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories and Jubilant Radiopharma to Collaborate on the Development of Novel Alpha Radiopharmaceuticals

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Vendredi, février 3, 2023
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CHALK RIVER, Ontario, Feb. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL), Canada’s premier nuclear science and technology organization, is pleased to announce that it will collaborate with Jubilant Radiopharma, an international leader in radiopharmaceuticals, on the development of novel alpha radiopharmaceuticals.

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  • CHALK RIVER, Ontario, Feb. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL), Canada’s premier nuclear science and technology organization, is pleased to announce that it will collaborate with Jubilant Radiopharma, an international leader in radiopharmaceuticals, on the development of novel alpha radiopharmaceuticals.
  • The new research cooperation with Jubilant represents the first project in the new CNRI-H program, which is designed to accelerate the development of targeted radiopharmaceuticals in Canada through joint research projects related to health sciences, radiobiology and medical isotope development.
  • “CNL launched CNRI-H to advance the development of targeted radiopharmaceuticals in Canada through collaborations with pioneering health sciences organizations.
  • “Canadian Nuclear Laboratories is uniquely equipped in this country to undertake research using these alpha-emitting isotopes,” commented George Baidoo, CNL’s Technical Director of Health in Business Development.

CNL and TRIUMF to Collaborate on Nuclear Science & Technology

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Mardi, janvier 24, 2023
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CHALK RIVER, Ontario and VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL), Canada’s premier nuclear science and technology laboratory, and TRIUMF, Canada’s particle accelerator centre, are pleased to announce that they have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to explore and pursue collaboration opportunities in nuclear and materials science and technology. Designed to foster closer ties between two of Canada’s leading nuclear research organizations and leverage their complementary capabilities, the new agreement identifies areas of cooperation that includes the delivery of joint research projects and the sharing of scientific information and equipment.

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  • CHALK RIVER, Ontario and VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL), Canada’s premier nuclear science and technology laboratory, and TRIUMF, Canada’s particle accelerator centre, are pleased to announce that they have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to explore and pursue collaboration opportunities in nuclear and materials science and technology.
  • This agreement is an opportunity to accelerate key areas of research and innovation, better utilize CNL and TRIUMF’s respective resources to accomplish shared goals, and continue leveraging national science infrastructure for the benefit of Canadians.
  • “CNL and TRIUMF have worked together constructively in the past to pursue joint research, and we see this agreement as an opportunity to really grow this relationship into the future,” commented Dr. Jeff Griffin, CNL’s Vice-President of Science and Technology.
  • To learn more about TRIUMF and their work as Canada’s particle accelerator centre, please visit www.triumf.ca .

Alliance University Hosts Grand Annual Convocation Ceremony

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Lundi, janvier 16, 2023
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BENGALURU, India, Jan. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Alliance University, South India's first private university and one of the leading private universities in India, successfully hosted its Annual Convocation ceremony at the University's Central Campus in Bengaluru.

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  • BENGALURU, India, Jan. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Alliance University, South India's first private university and one of the leading private universities in India, successfully hosted its Annual Convocation ceremony at the University's Central Campus in Bengaluru.
  • The ceremony began with a welcome address by Mr. Abhay G. Chebbi, Pro-Chancellor, Alliance University who congratulated the graduates and encouraged them to strengthen their networking and communication abilities, develop relevant skills periodically, think like an entrepreneur and develop leadership qualities.
  • This was followed by the university's annual report presented by Dr. Anubha Singh, Vice-Chancellor of Alliance University who gave an overview of the University's achievements and 25 years of Alliance Education and the university's vision to be a world-class institution.
  • The convocation saw graduation of 2445 students of which 1615 received degrees; 830 received diplomas; and 14 received doctoral degrees.

Alliance University Hosts Grand Annual Convocation Ceremony

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Lundi, janvier 16, 2023
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BENGALURU, India, Jan. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Alliance University, South India's first private university and one of the leading private universities in India, successfully hosted its Annual Convocation ceremony at the University's Central Campus in Bengaluru.

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  • BENGALURU, India, Jan. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Alliance University, South India's first private university and one of the leading private universities in India, successfully hosted its Annual Convocation ceremony at the University's Central Campus in Bengaluru.
  • The ceremony began with a welcome address by Mr. Abhay G. Chebbi, Pro-Chancellor, Alliance University who congratulated the graduates and encouraged them to strengthen their networking and communication abilities, develop relevant skills periodically, think like an entrepreneur and develop leadership qualities.
  • This was followed by the university's annual report presented by Dr. Anubha Singh, Vice-Chancellor of Alliance University who gave an overview of the University's achievements and 25 years of Alliance Education and the university's vision to be a world-class institution.
  • The convocation saw graduation of 2445 students of which 1615 received degrees; 830 received diplomas; and 14 received doctoral degrees.

Berry Aviation, Inc. New Hire Announcement - Vice President of Unmanned Aerial Systems Division

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Jeudi, janvier 12, 2023
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SAN MARCOS, Texas, Jan. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Berry Aviation, Inc. is pleased to announce the expansion of their executive leadership team by welcoming Tom Ballenger as Vice President of its Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) group.

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  • SAN MARCOS, Texas, Jan. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Berry Aviation, Inc. is pleased to announce the expansion of their executive leadership team by welcoming Tom Ballenger as Vice President of its Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) group.
  • Tom is responsible for the oversight, management, and execution of Berry Aviation's UAS contracts, delivering warfighter capability and customer support excellence.
  • Additionally, Tom will spearhead capability development in UAS, emerging threat replication and unmanned ISR & cargo services for Berry clients.
  • Stan Finch, President of Berry Aviation said, "We're very fortunate to bring Tom onboard and look forward to benefiting from his business, senior program management, and defense aviation expertise.

Portland Hires Veteran Nuclear Executive to Advance its Clean Energy Initiatives

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Mardi, décembre 20, 2022
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Dr. Bushby also spent 2.5 years on Executive Interchange with Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) – the federal department responsible for nuclear energy in Canada.

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  • Dr. Bushby also spent 2.5 years on Executive Interchange with Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) – the federal department responsible for nuclear energy in Canada.
  • In his role at Portland, Dr. Bushby will liaise with global companies and agencies in the clean energy space to advance Portland’s “Enabling Countries and Industries” framework.
  • Dr. Bushby’s technical gravitas will play a key and central role in our strategic initiatives to advance the global demand for clean energy solutions,” said Michael Lee-Chin, President and Chairman of Portland Holdings.
  • Beyond simple words, Portland is making substantial investments in energy technologies and life-saving therapies that are truly addressing some of life’s grand challenges,” said Dr. Bushby.

Leonardo DRS Announces Appointment of Dr. Reginald Brothers to Board of Directors

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Vendredi, décembre 23, 2022
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Leonardo DRS, Inc. (Nasdaq: DRS) announced today the appointment of Dr. Louis Reginald “Reggie” Brothers to the company’s Board of Directors.

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  • Leonardo DRS, Inc. (Nasdaq: DRS) announced today the appointment of Dr. Louis Reginald “Reggie” Brothers to the company’s Board of Directors.
  • “We are very pleased to have Reggie join our Board of Directors.
  • He currently serves on the Board of Directors of AE Industrial Partners portfolio companies: American Pacific Corporation and Redwire.
  • From 2011 to 2014, Dr. Brothers served as Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Research at the Department of Defense.

OU Expands Energy Expertise to Support Fusion Energy Commercialization

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Mercredi, décembre 14, 2022
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NORMAN, Okla., Dec. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The U.S. Department of Energy officially announced a breakthrough in fusion energy research yesterday.

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  • NORMAN, Okla., Dec. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The U.S. Department of Energy officially announced a breakthrough in fusion energy research yesterday.
  • The discovery, made at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), uses lasers to replicate the way the sun generates energy through fusion reactions.
  • The breakthrough discovery sets the stage for commercialization of fusion energy, a source of low-cost, abundant power for the planet that would be safe and free of greenhouse gas emissions and long-lived radioactive waste.
  • "Now that the vision has been realized and the science proven, we are optimistic that the integration of fusion energy into the U.S. and global energy profile is within reach.

BELIEVER Meats Breaks Ground on Largest Cultivated Meat Production Facility in The World

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Mercredi, décembre 7, 2022
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Once operational, the 200,000-square-foot facility will be the largest cultivated meat production center in the world with the capacity to produce at least 10,000 metric tons of cultivated meat, without the need to slaughter a single animal.

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  • Once operational, the 200,000-square-foot facility will be the largest cultivated meat production center in the world with the capacity to produce at least 10,000 metric tons of cultivated meat, without the need to slaughter a single animal.
  • This is a watershed moment for the cultivated meat industry that will allow BELIEVER Meats to meet growing demand for decades to come.
  • "Our facility propels BELIEVER forward as a leader in the cultivated meat industry," says Nicole Johnson-Hoffman, CEO of BELIEVER Meats.
  • BELIEVER Meats (formerly Future Meat Technologies) is a cultivated meat company pioneering the first scalable lab-grown meat production system that can feed the world.