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CHASM Advanced Materials Appoints Dr. Douglas Barr, Spearheading Innovation and Application Development in Performance Additives Amidst Growth Acceleration

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Mardi, mai 7, 2024
Carbon, Carbon nanotube, University of Sussex, Koch Industries, EV, University, Heriot-Watt University, CNT, BP, OK, Chemistry

CANTON, Ohio, May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- CHASM Advanced Materials, Inc. (CHASM), a leading developer and manufacturer of Carbon Nanotubes (CNT) materials, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Douglas Barr as its new Vice President of Materials Innovation & Applications Development in the Performance Additives division. CHASM is committed to the development of innovative and advanced materials solutions that contribute to a safer, more connected, and sustainable future. . Dr. Barr's appointment aligns with the expansion of CHASM's Performance Additives division, which concentrates on advancing cement decarbonization, enhancing EV batteries, and exploring further opportunities.

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  • CHASM Advanced Materials, Inc. (CHASM) is excited to welcome Dr. Douglas Barr as the new Vice President of Materials Innovation & Applications Development for the Performance Additives division, focusing on cement decarbonization, enhancing EV batteries, and more.
  • CANTON, Ohio, May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- CHASM Advanced Materials, Inc. (CHASM), a leading developer and manufacturer of Carbon Nanotubes (CNT) materials, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Douglas Barr as its new Vice President of Materials Innovation & Applications Development in the Performance Additives division.
  • CHASM is committed to the development of innovative and advanced materials solutions that contribute to a safer, more connected, and sustainable future.
  • "Doug's exceptional technical expertise and leadership abilities will play a crucial role in the expansion of our Performance Additives business."

CHASM Advanced Materials Appoints Dr. Douglas Barr, Spearheading Innovation and Application Development in Performance Additives Amidst Growth Acceleration

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Mardi, mai 7, 2024
Carbon, Carbon nanotube, University of Sussex, Koch Industries, EV, University, Heriot-Watt University, CNT, BP, OK, Chemistry

CANTON, Ohio, May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- CHASM Advanced Materials, Inc. (CHASM), a leading developer and manufacturer of Carbon Nanotubes (CNT) materials, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Douglas Barr as its new Vice President of Materials Innovation & Applications Development in the Performance Additives division. CHASM is committed to the development of innovative and advanced materials solutions that contribute to a safer, more connected, and sustainable future. . Dr. Barr's appointment aligns with the expansion of CHASM's Performance Additives division, which concentrates on advancing cement decarbonization, enhancing EV batteries, and exploring further opportunities.

Key Points: 
  • CHASM Advanced Materials, Inc. (CHASM) is excited to welcome Dr. Douglas Barr as the new Vice President of Materials Innovation & Applications Development for the Performance Additives division, focusing on cement decarbonization, enhancing EV batteries, and more.
  • CANTON, Ohio, May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- CHASM Advanced Materials, Inc. (CHASM), a leading developer and manufacturer of Carbon Nanotubes (CNT) materials, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Douglas Barr as its new Vice President of Materials Innovation & Applications Development in the Performance Additives division.
  • CHASM is committed to the development of innovative and advanced materials solutions that contribute to a safer, more connected, and sustainable future.
  • "Doug's exceptional technical expertise and leadership abilities will play a crucial role in the expansion of our Performance Additives business."

Coursera Reports First Quarter 2024 Financial Results

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Lundi, avril 29, 2024
Education, Technology, Software, Continuing, Artificial Intelligence, Training, Consumer, Public sector, University, Total, Language, AI, Vanderbilt University, Aboitiz Power, Security (finance), Research, Bank, Campus, Business, Catalog, Disclosure, Yenepoya University, Duke University, Regulation Fair Disclosure, Virginia State University, Microsoft, Work, Heriot-Watt University, Central State University, Regulation, Adjustment, Student, Government, GAAP, Growth, IBM, Tutoring

Coursera, Inc. (NYSE: COUR) today announced financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2024.

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  • Coursera, Inc. (NYSE: COUR) today announced financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2024.
  • Broadened access to the Coursera Coach beta program for paying Consumer learners, as well as our Coursera for Business and Coursera for Government customers.
  • We have provided a reconciliation of GAAP to non-GAAP financial measures in the financial statement tables for our historical non-GAAP financial results included in this press release.
  • As previously announced, Coursera will hold a conference call to discuss its first quarter 2024 performance today, April 29, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time (5:00 p.m. Eastern Time).

TUM Races to Victory at ASPIRE’s Inaugural Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League at Yas Marina Circuit

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Dimanche, avril 28, 2024
Technology, Motor Sports, Sports, Automotive, General Automotive, Entertainment, Events, Concerts, Autonomous Driving, Vehicles, Artificial Intelligence, Technical University of Munich, Virtual reality, Formula, Imagination, The Sleepover Club, AI, Sport, Formula One, ADNOC, DMT, TII, STEM, Intelligence, Knowledge, Attention, Engineering, VR, Algorithm, Science, Heriot-Watt University, ATRC, Multimedia, Student, Institute of technology, Boy, Technology Innovation Institute, AWS, Super Formula Championship, Naming

TUM (Technical University of Munich) from Germany, claimed victory at the inaugural Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League (A2RL) , at Yas Marina Circuit on Saturday (April 27).

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  • TUM (Technical University of Munich) from Germany, claimed victory at the inaugural Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League (A2RL) , at Yas Marina Circuit on Saturday (April 27).
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240428292385/en/
    TUM Races to Victory at ASPIRE’s Inaugural Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League at Yas Marina Circuit - (Photo: AETOSWire)
    Bringing a science experiment to the racetrack, the inaugural race pushed the boundaries of autonomous technology while adding entertainment value to extreme sports at an unprecedented scale.
  • Al Bannai, said: “Through the Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League, we've sparked a race revolution.
  • The inaugural event concluded with a spectacular display of fireworks and drones, illuminating the iconic Yas Marina Circuit.

North Highland Welcomes Scott Friedrichs

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Mercredi, mars 27, 2024
Professional Services, Data Management, Technology, Data Analytics, Other Technology, Consulting, Master of Science, MBA, Management consulting, Multimedia, Lead, Heriot-Watt University, PA Consulting Group, Growth, Friedrichs, Management

North Highland , the leading change and transformation consultancy, has welcomed Scott Friedrichs as vice president in Life Sciences, based in the firm’s Washington, D.C., office.

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  • North Highland , the leading change and transformation consultancy, has welcomed Scott Friedrichs as vice president in Life Sciences, based in the firm’s Washington, D.C., office.
  • In this role, Friedrichs will lead the firm’s global Life Sciences team to drive growth and accelerate its go-to-market strategy.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240327419262/en/
    North Highland Welcomes Scott Friedrichs as VP, Life Sciences (Photo: Business Wire)
    Friedrichs is a seasoned leader with more than 20 years of experience in Management Consulting.
  • “We’re thrilled to welcome Scott to the team,” said Barbara Ray, managing director and president at North Highland.

DHT Holdings, Inc. announces appointment of Ms. Ana Zambelli to the Board of Directors

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Jeudi, février 1, 2024
Petrobras, Maersk Drilling, DHT, Transocean, Heriot-Watt University, Columbia University, Equity (finance), IBP, Management

HAMILTON, BERMUDA, February 1, 2024 – DHT Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:DHT) (the “Company”) today announced the appointment of Ms. Ana Zambelli to the Board of Directors, effective February 1, 2024.

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  • HAMILTON, BERMUDA, February 1, 2024 – DHT Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:DHT) (the “Company”) today announced the appointment of Ms. Ana Zambelli to the Board of Directors, effective February 1, 2024.
  • Ms. Ana Zambelli brings significant experience with more than 20 years in the energy sector in operational, commercial and finance roles.
  • Currently Ms. Zambelli serves as an independent board member for Seadrill, Galp and BW Energy.
  • Ms. Ana Zambelli graduated in mechanical engineering from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, and she holds a master’s degree in petroleum engineering from Heriot Watt University in the UK.

Old Forester Names Caleb Trigo as Assistant Master Distiller

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Jeudi, février 1, 2024
Prohibition, Chemical engineering, Growth, Knowledge, Chemical substance, Brown–Forman, Chris Morris, Old, Heriot-Watt University, Research and development, Old Forester, University, Master, Engineering

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Old Forester today named Caleb Trigo as Assistant Master Distiller, overseeing quality and innovation for America's oldest bourbon brand that has existed before, during, and after Prohibition.

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  • LOUISVILLE, Ky., Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Old Forester today named Caleb Trigo as Assistant Master Distiller, overseeing quality and innovation for America's oldest bourbon brand that has existed before, during, and after Prohibition.
  • "I am both honored and humbled to step into the role of Assistant Master Distiller safeguarding and bolstering the founding brand of our company," said Trigo.
  • Trigo will join Master Taster Melissa Rift in supporting the growth of Old Forester.
  • Trigo is an avid traveler and foodie, and his favorite cocktail is an Old Forester Boulevardier.

SCOR supports actuarial science by presenting Actuarial Awards in six countries in 2023

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Jeudi, décembre 14, 2023
Singular, Stockholm University, University of York, Markov, Actuary, Risk management, CAE, Computer security, Conference, Mortality, Contribution, University, Machine learning, Insurance, Bias, Legal advice, Finance, CAT, Sorbonne University, Prix, Forecasting, Comparison, University of Lisbon, TU Wien, Research, Master, Heriot-Watt University

The SCOR Actuarial Awards are recognized in the insurance and reinsurance industries as a mark of excellence.

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  • The SCOR Actuarial Awards are recognized in the insurance and reinsurance industries as a mark of excellence.
  • The Actuarial Awards in France are supported by the SCOR Corporate Foundation for Science, chaired by André Lévy-Lang.
  • The SCOR Actuarial Awards juries are composed of internationally recognized researchers and insurance, reinsurance and finance professionals.
  • In 2023, SCOR presented Actuarial Awards in six countries: France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland.

The Chemours Company Announces Changes to its Board of Directors

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Mercredi, novembre 22, 2023
Manufacturing, Other Manufacturing, Engineering, Machine Tools, Metalworking & Metallurgy, Chemicals, Plastics, NYSE, Suncor Energy, Chairperson, Chemours, Heriot-Watt University, Partnership, Knowledge, CC, Husky Energy, Osaka Titanium Technologies

The Chemours Company (Chemours) (NYSE: CC), a global chemistry company with leading market positions in Titanium Technologies, Thermal & Specialized Solutions, and Advanced Performance Materials, today announces two changes to its Board of Directors.

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  • The Chemours Company (Chemours) (NYSE: CC), a global chemistry company with leading market positions in Titanium Technologies, Thermal & Specialized Solutions, and Advanced Performance Materials, today announces two changes to its Board of Directors.
  • On November 17, 2023, Board member, Curtis J. Crawford, Ph.D. retired from the Board effective November 22, 2023.
  • “On behalf of our entire Board I want to thank Curt for his dedication, leadership, valuable insights, and service to the stakeholders of Chemours since its founding as an independent company.
  • I am delighted to have Alister joining our Board of Directors,” said Mark Newman, Chemours President and CEO.

DP WORLD: RAISING TEMPERATURE OF FROZEN FOODS BY JUST THREE DEGREES FROM -18°C TO -15°C CAN SLASH CARBON EMISSIONS, STUDY SHOWS

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Mercredi, novembre 29, 2023
Carbon, Arnold Peter Møller, Research, Irish Agricultural Organisation Society, Food, University of Birmingham, Developed country, Edible, Mediterranean Shipping Company, UN, Flood, Freezing, International Institute of Refrigeration, Heat, Lineage, Ocean Network Express, Daikin, University, Move, DP World, Health, DP, MSC, Food safety, Heriot-Watt University, London South Bank University, Temperature, Drought, Environment, Livestock, Renewable energy, Food delivery, Canning, Agriculture, Maersk

DUBAI, UAE, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Frozen food temperatures could be changed by just three degrees to save the carbon dioxide emissions of 3.8 million cars per year, research suggests.

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  • DUBAI, UAE, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Frozen food temperatures could be changed by just three degrees to save the carbon dioxide emissions of 3.8 million cars per year, research suggests.
  • Most frozen food is transported and stored at -18°C, a standard that was set 93 years ago and has not changed since.
  • A move to -15°C could make a significant environmental impact with no compromise on food safety or quality, the study found.
  • Maha AlQattan, Group Chief Sustainability Officer at DP World, said: "Frozen food standards have not been updated in almost a century.