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Patient Experience Journal Releases Volume 11, Issue 1 in association with The Beryl Institute

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목요일, 5월 2, 2024
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Beryl Institute announces the publication of Volume 11, Issue 1 of Patient Experience Journal (PXJ), an international, open access, peer-reviewed journal focused on research and proven practices related to understanding and improving the patient experience. Read in over 220 countries and territories, PXJ articles have been downloaded over 1,200,000 times and reflect the journal's commitment to disseminating rigorous knowledge and expanding the global conversation on evidence and innovation in patient and human experience.

Key Points: 
  • Said Jason Wolf, Founding Editor of PXJ and President & CEO of The Beryl Institute.
  • "It was ten years ago from the publication date of this issue on April 30, 2014, that the first issue of Patient Experience Journal (PXJ) was released.
  • Over the last decade PXJ has served as a gathering place for the experience movement where people have come together to share research, patient stories, and proven practice.
  • This commitment to expanding evidence and elevating the experience conversation reflects the true generosity of spirit of the global experience community.

SadieB Pledges to Support Mental Health Program Through Huntsman Mental Health Foundation

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수요일, 5월 1, 2024
University of Utah, University, Target, Text, Mental Health Awareness Month, Partnership, Research, SBHC, Suicidal ideation, Life, Mental health, Huntsman Mental Health Institute, Student, Mental, Organization, Ageing, Nursing

SALT LAKE CITY, May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SadieB , the personal care brand dedicated to inspiring girls while supporting mental hygiene, has kicked off Mental Health Awareness Month by teaming up with Huntsman Mental Health Foundation to provide support to young girls who are facing mental health challenges in their daily lives.

Key Points: 
  • SALT LAKE CITY, May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SadieB , the personal care brand dedicated to inspiring girls while supporting mental hygiene, has kicked off Mental Health Awareness Month by teaming up with Huntsman Mental Health Foundation to provide support to young girls who are facing mental health challenges in their daily lives.
  • "Partnering with Huntsman Mental Health Foundation is an incredible next step for SadieB to address the girls' mental health crisis," said Sadie Bowler, CEO, and co-founder of SadieB.
  • "We are honored to be partnering with organizations like Huntsman Mental Health Foundation making such a meaningful impact in mental health treatment and research.
  • We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Sadie and Abby for their generous contribution to Huntsman Mental Health Foundation," said Becky Pickle, CEO of Huntsman Mental Health Foundation.

SIAM Announces Class of 2024 Fellows

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목요일, 3월 28, 2024
CNRS, Editorial, Mathematics, Sorbonne University, Climate change, Algorithm, Masaryk University, Utrecht University, Data science, State university system, Cornell University, Systems theory, University of Utah, City University, University of Massachusetts, Research, University of British Columbia, Platelet, University, Software, IBM, University of Cambridge, University of Exeter, Statistics, Industrial, Rutgers University, University of Zurich, University of Waterloo, Stanford University, Virginia Tech, Probability, Lehigh University, Engineering, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, Information technology

Philadelphia, PA, March 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics (SIAM) is pleased to announce the 2024 Class of SIAM Fellows.

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  • Philadelphia, PA, March 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics (SIAM) is pleased to announce the 2024 Class of SIAM Fellows.
  • Through their various contributions, SIAM Fellows form a crucial group of individuals helping to advance the fields of applied mathematics, computational science, and data science.
  • Hans De Sterck, University of Waterloo, is being recognized for contributions to scientific computing methods including multilevel and nonlinear solvers, and for exemplary scientific leadership and service to SIAM.
  • Fred S. Roberts, Rutgers University, is being recognized for distinguished research in discrete mathematics, leadership of major research centers, and service to SIAM.

University of Utah Announces Major Expansion of Online Programs in Social Work and Public Health

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화요일, 4월 2, 2024
Public health, Environment, Dean (education), Partnership, Education, Public, University, Faculty, University of Utah, MSW, Student, MPH, Curriculum, Social work

SALT LAKE CITY, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a significant expansion of its online educational offerings, the University of Utah, the state's premier public flagship university and its largest higher education institution, today announced the addition of fully online Master of Social Work (MSW) and Master of Public Health (MPH) programs. Developed in collaboration with the renowned instructional design firm iDesign, these online programs are designed to cater to the increasing demand for flexible, high-quality educational options in critical fields such as social work and public health. These offerings build on the foundation of extensive collaborative efforts with iDesign over the past three years, showcasing a continued commitment to expanding and enhancing the university's online education portfolio. 

Key Points: 
  • SALT LAKE CITY, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a significant expansion of its online educational offerings, the University of Utah , the state's premier public flagship university and its largest higher education institution, today announced the addition of fully online Master of Social Work (MSW) and Master of Public Health (MPH) programs.
  • Developed in collaboration with the renowned instructional design firm iDesign, these online programs are designed to cater to the increasing demand for flexible, high-quality educational options in critical fields such as social work and public health.
  • "The expansion of our online programs, particularly in such pivotal areas as social work and public health, is a direct response to the growing need for flexible learning options," said Dr. Matt Mooney, Associate Dean, Technology and UOnline Development at the University of Utah.
  • Through our dynamic partnership with the University of Utah, we've been able to offer scalable solutions and expert support, tailored to the unique demands of online education.

Utah Sports Commission Presents Tony Hawk's Vert Alert Road to X Games

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목요일, 3월 21, 2024
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VISTA, Calif., March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Utah Sports Commission, Tony Hawk Inc., and X Games announced an incredible weekend of skateboarding featuring "Tony Hawk's Vert Alert (THVA)," to take place at the Jon M. Huntsman Center at the University of Utah on Friday, June 14th and Saturday, June 15th, 2024. After incredibly successful Vert Alert events in 2021-2023, Tony Hawk and X Games continue their relationship, with Tony Hawk's Vert Alert serving as a direct qualifying event leading to X Games 2024.

Key Points: 
  • After incredibly successful Vert Alert events in 2021-2023, Tony Hawk and X Games continue their relationship, with Tony Hawk's Vert Alert serving as a direct qualifying event leading to X Games 2024.
  • Also on Friday is the incredibly popular Tony Hawk's Vert Alert "Legends Demo."
  • "We're thrilled to host Tony Hawk's Vert Alert event, presented by the Utah Sports Commission, at our Jon M. Huntsman Center," said Aaron White Director Stadium & Arena Event Services for University of Utah.
  • Entry to the Jon M. Huntsman Center and access to "Tony Hawk's Vert Alert" will be FREE to the general public on both days.

High Prevalence of Cognitive Impairment in Patients with Heart Failure Shown to Negatively Impact Disease Self-Management

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화요일, 3월 12, 2024
Function (mathematics), JCF, Prevalence, Learning, Deficit spending, Disease, Cognitive deficit, Heart failure, Memory, Patient, University of Utah, Knowledge, Journal, University, HF, Life expectancy, Science, Heart, MPH, Social cognition, Diuretic, Language, Medical device

The Cognitive Impairment in Heart Failure: A Heart Failure Society of America Scientific Statement published today in the Journal of Cardiac Failure (JCF), indicates that clinicians have a responsibility to recognize and address cognitive impairment as an integral component of personalized care for patients with heart failure (HF).

Key Points: 
  • The Cognitive Impairment in Heart Failure: A Heart Failure Society of America Scientific Statement published today in the Journal of Cardiac Failure (JCF), indicates that clinicians have a responsibility to recognize and address cognitive impairment as an integral component of personalized care for patients with heart failure (HF).
  • Heart failure clinicians should be equipped with tools to assess and identify markers for cognitive impairment.
  • Cognitive Impairment in Heart Failure outlines several domains affected by cognitive impairment including learning and memory, executive function, complex attention, perceptual-motor function, language, and social cognition.
  • The Cognitive Impairment in Heart Failure: A Heart Failure Society of America Scientific Statement is available online in the JCF at www.onlinejcf.com .

Vast Therapeutics Expands Leadership Team with Appointment of Dr. Paul Bruinenberg as Chief Medical Officer

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목요일, 3월 7, 2024
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MORRISVILLE, N.C., March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vast Therapeutics today announced the addition of Paul Bruinenberg, MD, MBA as Chief Medical Officer. Dr. Bruinenberg brings over 30 years of experience as a clinical development executive in respiratory medicine and orphan diseases. This appointment and the recent addition of microbiologist and clinical diagnostics expert Chris Polage, MD, as Medical Director, significantly bolster the company's clinical development expertise in pulmonary infectious diseases and medical microbiology. 

Key Points: 
  • MORRISVILLE, N.C., March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vast Therapeutics today announced the addition of Paul Bruinenberg, MD, MBA as Chief Medical Officer.
  • "Paul's development experience will guide Vast Therapeutics as we successfully transition to a clinical-stage organization," said Nate Stasko, Chief Executive Officer at Vast Therapeutics.
  • "It is an amazing opportunity to join a company with an accepted IND for a novel treatment modality that shows promising efficacy against chronic infections caused by Pseudomonas aeruginosa and non-tuberculosis mycobacteria," commented Paul Bruinenberg, Chief Medical Officer at Vast Therapeutics.
  • Most recently, Dr. Bruinenberg served as the Senior Medical Officer of the TB Alliance leading clinical development against mycobacterial infections.

University of Nebraska, Lincoln Takes Top Honors at 22nd Annual Deloitte FanTAXtic National Case Study Competition

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화요일, 1월 30, 2024
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NEW YORK, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A team of students from University of Nebraska, Lincoln, claimed victory at the Deloitte FanTAXtic national case study competition by presenting the best analysis on a complex, issues-driven business tax case. This year's case challenged teams to provide advice on how to structure a new business entity and help determine whether they should operate the venture as an S corporation or a C corporation. Teams were also asked to share advice on tax issues like how to calculate depreciation, when to recognize income, and how to calculate a specific business income deduction. The national finals were held Jan. 19-21 at Deloitte University, Deloitte's landmark campus for learning and leadership development in Westlake, Texas.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A team of students from University of Nebraska, Lincoln, claimed victory at the Deloitte FanTAXtic national case study competition by presenting the best analysis on a complex, issues-driven business tax case.
  • The national finals were held Jan. 19-21 at Deloitte University, Deloitte's landmark campus for learning and leadership development in Westlake, Texas.
  • The other teams that participated were: Florida International University; San Diego State University; University at Albany; University of California, Los Angeles; University of Cincinnati; University of Florida; University of Houston; University of Illinois, Urbana – Champaign; University of Massachusetts; University of Mississippi; University of Southern California; University of Tennessee; and University of Utah.
  • Each of the 16 teams participating in the national competition won the Deloitte FanTAXtic contest in their respective U.S. regions.

T2 Biosystems Announces Participation in NIH-funded Antibacterial Resistance Leadership Group (ARLG) Pilot Study for Pneumonia Patients

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목요일, 1월 18, 2024
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LEXINGTON, Mass., Jan. 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- T2 Biosystems, Inc. (NASDAQ:TTOO), a leader in the rapid detection of sepsis-causing pathogens and antibiotic resistance genes, today announced participation in the NIH-funded Antibacterial Resistance Leadership Group (ARLG) pilot study for pneumonia patients.

Key Points: 
  • LEXINGTON, Mass., Jan. 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- T2 Biosystems, Inc. (NASDAQ:TTOO), a leader in the rapid detection of sepsis-causing pathogens and antibiotic resistance genes, today announced participation in the NIH-funded Antibacterial Resistance Leadership Group (ARLG) pilot study for pneumonia patients.
  • The Pneumonia Direct Pilot study is a prospective, observational, diagnostic, feasibility study to determine the accuracy of multiple pathogen- and host-directed tests for the diagnosis of ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP).
  • “I am elated that the innovative research leaders of Antibacterial Resistance Leadership Group are collaborating with T2 Biosystems to evaluate direct-from-blood diagnostic technology for the management of patients with pneumonia.
  • The extremely low level of detection by T2 Biosystems’ technology (“T2MR”) in whole blood (1 – 11 CFU/mL) has been effective in detecting secondary infections.

Qualtrics Partners with University of Utah Health to Elevate Patient and Frontline Employee Experiences

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목요일, 1월 25, 2024
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PROVO, Utah and SEATTLE, Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Qualtrics, the leader and creator of the experience management (XM) category, today announced that University of Utah (U of U) Health has driven a 100% increase in patient feedback since implementing the Qualtrics XM Platform, empowering frontline employees to respond quickly to improve patients' experiences in the moment, as well as scaling those insights to create a patient-centric healthcare experience.

Key Points: 
  • With Qualtrics, U of U Health is able to collect and analyze patient feedback at scale, and quickly share insights with the people who can immediately address patients' needs.
  • "University of Utah Health not only actively listens throughout the patient journey, we're taking it one step further, and taking real-time action to improve the patient experience without over-burdening our caregivers," said Dan Lundergan, CEO at U of U Health Hospitals and Clinics.
  • "University of Utah Health is a fantastic example of earning - and keeping - the trust of patients and communities by focusing on the entirety of the patient experience," said Dr. Adrienne Boissy, Chief Medical Officer at Qualtrics.
  • U of U Health is the only academic medical center in Utah and provides patient care, education and research across six states in the Rocky Mountain area.