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Neo4j Awards Technology Grant to Syracuse University for Mapping Misinformation Trends in 2024 U.S. Elections with Knowledge Graphs

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tisdag, maj 7, 2024

SAN MATEO, Calif., May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Neo4j®, the world's leading graph database and analytics company, today announced a $250,000 research grant and licensed use of its software to Syracuse University's Institute for Democracy, Journalism and Citizenship (IDJC). The grant supports the university's yearlong research initiative to identify and map misinformation campaigns and their sources with the potential to mislead voters' decisions in the U.S. 2024 elections.

Key Points: 
  • The grant supports the university's yearlong research initiative to identify and map misinformation campaigns and their sources with the potential to mislead voters' decisions in the U.S. 2024 elections.
  • The research project is led by Professor Jennifer Stromer-Galley , senior associate dean at Syracuse University's School of Information Studies and a nationally recognized expert in political campaigns and misinformation.
  • NBC used Neo4j to uncover Russian interference in the 2016 election ; and computational journalists used Neo4j knowledge graphs to support fact-based reporting in the 2020 election.
  • Syracuse University's IDJC ElectionGraph and its findings are independent and proprietary to Syracuse University and the IDJC.

Neo4j Awards Technology Grant to Syracuse University for Mapping Misinformation Trends in 2024 U.S. Elections with Knowledge Graphs

Retrieved on: 
tisdag, maj 7, 2024

SAN MATEO, Calif., May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Neo4j®, the world's leading graph database and analytics company, today announced a $250,000 research grant and licensed use of its software to Syracuse University's Institute for Democracy, Journalism and Citizenship (IDJC). The grant supports the university's yearlong research initiative to identify and map misinformation campaigns and their sources with the potential to mislead voters' decisions in the U.S. 2024 elections.

Key Points: 
  • The grant supports the university's yearlong research initiative to identify and map misinformation campaigns and their sources with the potential to mislead voters' decisions in the U.S. 2024 elections.
  • The research project is led by Professor Jennifer Stromer-Galley , senior associate dean at Syracuse University's School of Information Studies and a nationally recognized expert in political campaigns and misinformation.
  • NBC used Neo4j to uncover Russian interference in the 2016 election ; and computational journalists used Neo4j knowledge graphs to support fact-based reporting in the 2020 election.
  • Syracuse University's IDJC ElectionGraph and its findings are independent and proprietary to Syracuse University and the IDJC.

LEGENDARY MEDIA & MARKETING DEALMAKER MICHAEL KASSAN TO SPEAK AT 2024 OOH MEDIA CONFERENCE

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tisdag, april 23, 2024

He will also share his view on the future of marketing and what is next for him post-MediaLink.

Key Points: 
  • He will also share his view on the future of marketing and what is next for him post-MediaLink.
  • "It's an exciting time for the OOH industry and the noteworthy thought leaders we've convened at this year's OOH Media Conference is reflective of our moment," said Bager.
  • The 2024 OOH Media Conference will convene thought leaders, advertisers, agencies, media owners and creators to participate in several tracks of curated programming, workshops and networking sessions.
  • This year's programming will underscore the conference theme, "Our Moment," highlighting the significance of unity during this transformative era for OOH.

NATION'S FASTEST GROWING HEALTHCARE MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS FIRM EXPANDS TO SUPPORT INNOVATORS TRANSFORMING U.S. HEALTHCARE

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tisdag, april 2, 2024

NEW YORK AND SAN JOSE, Calif., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Marking five years of unprecedented results in healthcare marketing and communications, 120/80 GROUP today announced multiple investments to support organizations, advocates and innovators who are transforming the U.S. healthcare system.

Key Points: 
  • "We began five years ago with a clear focus on supporting the innovators transforming healthcare," said Rob Cronin, CEO and founder of 120/80 GROUP.
  • Today, 'digital health' is no longer a discrete market within healthcare – it has become the defining characteristic of all healthcare.
  • She has authored strategies, tactics and playbooks adopted by marketing and communications professionals throughout the healthcare and technology industries.
  • "Healthcare marketing and communications is no longer defined by drug launches, pitching to doctors and patients, influencing policymakers and crisis comms," said Grates.

Health groups call on Federal government to deliver on its commitment to protect kids against nicotine addiction

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måndag, februari 19, 2024

While the government's existing proposal would exempt mint/menthol, health groups have argued that a complete ban on non-tobacco flavours is required to protect young people from nicotine addiction, as mint/menthol is the second-most popular flavour amongst youth and young adults .

Key Points: 
  • While the government's existing proposal would exempt mint/menthol, health groups have argued that a complete ban on non-tobacco flavours is required to protect young people from nicotine addiction, as mint/menthol is the second-most popular flavour amongst youth and young adults .
  • The ad also calls for swift action to protect minors against the sale and promotion of nicotine pouches, namely by making them a prescription-only product.
  • Making nicotine pouches available on a prescription-only basis would give time to both federal and provincial governments to establish a proper regulatory framework.
  • We hope that the government will be consistent in protecting kids from nicotine addiction and will rapidly move to ban all flavours in vaping products.

National Restaurant Association and National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation Name 2024 Boards

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torsdag, januari 4, 2024

WASHINGTON, Jan. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Restaurant Association and the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF) today announced their 2024 board officers, directors, and trustees.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Restaurant Association and the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF) today announced their 2024 board officers, directors, and trustees.
  • "The restaurant industry is changing along with the expectations of the customers and communities we serve," said Michelle Korsmo, president & CEO of the National Restaurant Association and CEO of the NRAEF.
  • "As chairs of the Association and Foundation Boards, Jeff and Shaun bring a passion for exceptional dining experiences and community-based leadership.
  • Treasurer: Carrie Leishman is president and CEO of the Delaware Restaurant Association (DRA) and the Delaware Restaurant Association Educational Foundation.

Financial Institutions, Inc. Announces Leadership Changes

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fredag, december 8, 2023

Mr. Whiting will also join the executive leadership team as a direct report of President and CEO Martin K. Birmingham.

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  • Mr. Whiting will also join the executive leadership team as a direct report of President and CEO Martin K. Birmingham.
  • Additionally, several executives will assume expanded leadership responsibilities, ensuring the Company is better situated to serve its internal and external stakeholders.
  • The Company’s operations, product, and technology areas will move under Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer W. Jack Plants II, leveraging Mr. Plants’ financial services and operational expertise.
  • “I would like to also thank both Sean and Justin for their leadership and contributions to our Company.

Travis Parman Joins Philip Morris International as Vice President, Chief Communications Officer, U.S.

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måndag, november 27, 2023

Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) (NYSE: PM) announced today that it has appointed Travis Parman Vice President, Chief Communications Officer, U.S. Parman will lead communications for PMI’s U.S. business as the company progresses toward its goal of delivering a smoke-free future for adults who currently smoke and would otherwise not quit.

Key Points: 
  • Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) (NYSE: PM) announced today that it has appointed Travis Parman Vice President, Chief Communications Officer, U.S. Parman will lead communications for PMI’s U.S. business as the company progresses toward its goal of delivering a smoke-free future for adults who currently smoke and would otherwise not quit.
  • “We are thrilled that Travis is joining us in our bold ambition to deliver a smoke-free future in the United States.
  • He previously held multiple roles with the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance in Paris, Nashville, and Yokohama, Japan—most recently as VP, International Communications and Global Engagement.
  • Parman holds a master’s degree in communications management from the Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University and a bachelor’s degree in communications from the University of Tennessee.

EQS-News: Jalin Ketter appointed CEO of PVA TePla

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torsdag, december 14, 2023

Jalin Ketter will take over as CEO of PVA TePla AG on 1 January 2024.

Key Points: 
  • Jalin Ketter will take over as CEO of PVA TePla AG on 1 January 2024.
  • The Supervisory Board has thus entrusted Jalin Ketter with long-term management responsibility for PVA TePla.
  • "The decision to appoint Jalin Ketter as CEO not only recognizes her impressive expertise and leadership skills, but also her many years of valuable work for PVA TePla," explains Alexander von Witzleben, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of PVA TePla.
  • The Supervisory Board had already appointed Jalin Ketter as Spokesperson of the Management Board last July as part of the reorganization of the Group's top management.

EQS-News: ElringKlinger appoints Thomas Jessulat as CEO and names Dirk Willers as a new member of the Management Board

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torsdag, september 28, 2023

He had most recently held the position of Spokesperson of the Management Board on an interim basis.

Key Points: 
  • He had most recently held the position of Spokesperson of the Management Board on an interim basis.
  • In addition, the former head of the Aftermarket segment, Dirk Willers, was newly appointed to the Management Board.
  • Dirk Willers restructured our Aftermarket business from top to bottom and, in particular, realigned Sales to create a more powerful presence.
  • Before joining ElringKlinger in 2015, the 49-year-old business graduate held senior management positions at Daimler AG for over 12 years.