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Dr. Peter Hotez Named To TIME's Inaugural TIME100 Health List of the 100 Most Influential People in Global Health this Year

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Jeudi, mai 2, 2024
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The full list and related tributes appear in the May 13, 2024 issue of TIME, available on newsstands on Friday, May 3, and now at time.com/time100health .

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  • The full list and related tributes appear in the May 13, 2024 issue of TIME, available on newsstands on Friday, May 3, and now at time.com/time100health .
  • "I'm grateful for the TIME100 Health 2024 recognition, particularly for our low-cost vaccines for neglected diseases and global health, as well as my efforts to counter rising antivaccine and antiscience activism," said Dr. Hotez.
  • The list recognizes the impact, innovation, and achievement of the world's most influential individuals in health.
  • Dr. Hotez is an elected member of the National Academy of Medicine and American Academy of Arts and Sciences and the author of several books.

Pittsburgh Public Schools Host Taste Test for National School Breakfast Week with Healthier Generation, UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh and Del Monte Foods

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Lundi, mars 4, 2024
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PITTSBURGH, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Tomorrow, Pittsburgh Public Schools and Alliance for a Healthier Generation, in collaboration with Del Monte Foods and UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, will celebrate National School Breakfast Week with a recipe tasting event at an elementary school in the Squirrel Hill neighborhood. Students participating in the school breakfast program at Minadeo PreK-5 will have the opportunity to sample a roasted fruit recipe prepared by the school food service with product donated by Del Monte Foods. Healthier Generation staff, along with volunteers from Del Monte Foods and UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, will be on hand to deliver a fun nutrition lesson.

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  • Healthier Generation staff, along with volunteers from Del Monte Foods and UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, will be on hand to deliver a fun nutrition lesson.
  • "In collaboration with Del Monte Foods, Healthier Generation is ensuring that children get the nutrition they need through the school day and beyond.
  • "At Del Monte Foods, we recognize the importance of nourishing children's bodies and minds," says Drew McGowan, Director of Corporate Communications at Del Monte Foods.
  • For more information about Healthier Generation's work to support nutrition and food access in collaboration with Del Monte Foods, visit HealthierGeneration.org/DelMonteFoods.

"The TopBrand 2023 World's Top 500 Brand Figures" Released, Elon Musk, Bill Gates, and Taylor Swift Rank in the Top Three

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Vendredi, février 2, 2024
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In the "TopBrand 2023 World's Top 500 Brand Figures," the top seven spots were all occupied by individuals from the United States.

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  • In the "TopBrand 2023 World's Top 500 Brand Figures," the top seven spots were all occupied by individuals from the United States.
  • Cristiano Ronaldo, the Portuguese football superstar, rounded out the top ten as the "goalkeeper" of the world's brand figures.
  • Dr. Wang Yong, Chairman of the Topbrand Union and founder and chairman of the China Brand Festival, announced the "TopBrand 2023 World's Top 500 Brand Figures" list.
  • Furthermore, at this summit, the "TopBrand China's Top Ten Brand Figures of the Year" was announced for the 18th consecutive year.

Freedom of Mobility Forum Announces 2024 Topic, Expert Panelists and University Participants for Second Annual Live Debate on April 3

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Mardi, janvier 30, 2024
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The topic of the 2024 live digital debate will be: “How will our planet accommodate the mobility needs of 8 billion people?” The discussion will explore how planetary limits could reshape freedom of mobility from technology, business, and lifestyle perspectives.

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  • The topic of the 2024 live digital debate will be: “How will our planet accommodate the mobility needs of 8 billion people?” The discussion will explore how planetary limits could reshape freedom of mobility from technology, business, and lifestyle perspectives.
  • Further strengthening the voice of youth in this year’s debate is crucial to challenging traditional assumptions and driving innovation in the mobility sector.
  • Also new for the 2024 edition, viewers of the live event will have the opportunity to interact directly with the panelists throughout the program via three dedicated Q&A sessions.
  • The platform also serves as a source of information and content related to the topic in between annual events.

CORBEVAX®, A COVID19 VACCINE DEVELOPED BY BIO E-INDIA BASED ON THE RBD PROTEIN ANTIGEN TECHNOLOGY FROM TEXAS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL CENTER FOR VACCINE DEVELOPMENT, RECEIVES WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION EMERGENCY USE LISTING APPROVAL

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Lundi, janvier 22, 2024
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HOUSTON, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Texas Children's Hospital announces today that Biological E's CORBEVAX®, a traditional, recombinant protein-based COVID-19 vaccine has received World Health Organization (WHO) approval under Emergency Use Listing (EUL). CORBEVAX® is developed and commercialized by Biological E Limited, an established global vaccine supplier based in Hyderabad, India, using Pichia pastoris yeast strain expressing Receptor Binding Domain (RBD) protein of SARS-CoV-2 engineered by Texas Children's Hospital Center for Vaccine Development (CVD) and Baylor College of Medicine (BCM),

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  • "The recombinant yeast strains enable production of the RBD protein which can be further utilized by vaccine researchers globally to develop & manufacture effective and low-cost vaccines.
  • By providing access to the yeast strains via non-exclusive licensing, we continue our mission to support global vaccine accessibility and availability."
  • Biological E subsequently developed large scale manufacturing technology for production of the RBD protein complying with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) as well as testing & characterization suitable for use as vaccine antigen.
  • The RBD protein was then used as an antigen and formulated with optimized adjuvants (Alum and CpG1018) to develop a COVID-19 candidate vaccine.

National School Choice Week: Group Launches Ad Campaign Pushing for Federal School Choice Tax Credit

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Lundi, janvier 22, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Invest in Education Coalition (IIEC), a national school choice advocacy group, launched a TV and digital ad campaign for National School Choice Week, that advocates for the passage of the Educational Choice for Children Act (ECCA).  

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  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Invest in Education Coalition (IIEC), a national school choice advocacy group, launched a TV and digital ad campaign for National School Choice Week, that advocates for the passage of the Educational Choice for Children Act (ECCA).
  • Ashley, who spent time in and out of foster care, credited the state's school choice program for turning her life around.
  • Now she is advocating for school choice to be provided for all American students and parents.
  • "This National School Choice Week, we celebrate parents' ability to make the best educational decisions for their family.

TODAY: New School Choice Possibilities Become Personal as National School Choice Week Spurs Families to Action

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Lundi, janvier 22, 2024
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MIAMI, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A majority of U.S. parents (57 percent) say they will look for a new school for one of their children in 2024, and families thinking about making a change have a huge opportunity this month. Today starts National School Choice Week, featuring 27,112 events and activities across the country, including large-scale school fairs and community events.

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  • Today starts National School Choice Week, featuring 27,112 events and activities across the country, including large-scale school fairs and community events.
  • With the stage set, National School Choice Week is poised to be the catalyst that helps parents turn new education options into education solutions for their children," said Shelby Doyle, vice president of public awareness at the National School Choice Awareness Foundation.
  • NSCW, which is nonpartisan and nonpolitical, is organized by the National School Choice Awareness Foundation (NSCAF), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
  • NSCAF organizes high-impact charitable programs, including National School Choice Week and Conoce tus Opciones Escolares, in collaboration with Navigate­–the National School Choice Resource Center, which is also a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.

Prince George School Fair's on a Mission to Help Families Find, Evaluate, and Choose Great Schools

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Samedi, janvier 20, 2024
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PRINCE GEORGE COUNTY, Md., Jan. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A school fair highlighting local public, private, and extracurricular learning options returns to Prince George County this Sunday, Jan. 28. Join Prince George families for a day of kid-friendly fun, parent workshops, and free food. 

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  • Join Prince George families for a day of kid-friendly fun, parent workshops, and free food.
  • Hosted by Prince George Parents Alliance for Educational Options and the Black Student Fund, the free school fair will take place 2-5 p.m. at Bishop McNamara High School and feature booths from more than 40 local school options.
  • Workshops will engage parents and guardians on subjects such as "Paying for Independent School Education" while children enjoy a DJ, face painting, and additional fun.
  • "This in person and virtual event will provide Maryland families with information that makes school choice a reality," said Leroy Nesbitt of the Black Student Fund.

Houston School Fair at Minute Maid Park To Bring Learning Options, Free Fun to Families

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Vendredi, janvier 19, 2024
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HOUSTON, Jan. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Join the fun at the Minute Maid Park next weekend, where the annual Houston School Fair will fill the air with music, balloons, and the smell of fresh popcorn.

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  • HOUSTON, Jan. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Join the fun at the Minute Maid Park next weekend, where the annual Houston School Fair will fill the air with music, balloons, and the smell of fresh popcorn.
  • This free community event will take place 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 27 at the Minute Maid Park's Union Station Lobby and Atrium.
  • The Houston school fair is the largest celebration in Texas during the history-making celebration of National School Choice Week (Jan. 21-27, 2024).
  • Additional large-scale events in the Lone Star State include a school fair in Austin and a School Discovery Day in San Antonio.

Morgantown School Fair to Feature Student Art Showcase, Connect Families with Hope Scholarship Resources

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Vendredi, janvier 19, 2024
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MORGANTOWN, W.Va., Jan. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 6,000 West Virginia students already participate in West Virginia's Hope Scholarship, while some families are still hearing about it for the first time. Where and how can families use the K-12 school choice program? The Morgantown School Fair on Jan. 27 will connect parents with schools and providers that accept Hope Scholarship funds — and offer fun and entertainment to boot.

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  • The Morgantown School Fair on Jan. 27 will connect parents with schools and providers that accept Hope Scholarship funds — and offer fun and entertainment to boot.
  • In addition to featuring Hope Scholarship providers, the fair will showcase the talents of West Virginia students with musical, dance, and artistic performances.
  • The school fair is planned to coincide with the celebration of National School Choice Week (Jan. 21-27, 2024), which will feature tens of thousands of school choice celebrations across all 50 states.
  • "Love Your School is thrilled to collaborate with the Cardinal Institute to host the 2024 Morgantown School Fair.