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Nocopi Technologies Appoints Debra Glickman as Chief Financial Officer and Announces the Retirement of Rudy Lutterschmidt

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023
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Mr. Lutterschmidt’s departure was not the result of any disagreement with the Company nor any issue related to the Company’s financial statements or accounting practices.

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  • Mr. Lutterschmidt’s departure was not the result of any disagreement with the Company nor any issue related to the Company’s financial statements or accounting practices.
  • Mr. Lutterschmidt will remain employed by the Company until June 30, 2023, in an advisory role to assist with the transition.
  • On June 15, 2023, the Board of Directors appointed Debra Glickman to serve as the Company’s new Chief Financial Officer effective June 19, 2023.
  • As the Company’s Chief Financial Officer, Ms. Glickman will be responsible for leading the Company’s finance and accounting functions, including financial reporting and analysis, and such other duties as may be prescribed by the Company’s Chief Executive Officer from time to time.

New Book Reveals How Cards and Other Games Impacted the Presidency – From Washington to Biden

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Wednesday, June 7, 2023
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A new book, “Poker, Politics & Presidents,” by author Ralph W. Crosby, reveals the significant influence card-playing and other games had on U.S. presidents – from George Washington to Joe Biden – and, therefore, impacted all Americans.

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  • A new book, “Poker, Politics & Presidents,” by author Ralph W. Crosby, reveals the significant influence card-playing and other games had on U.S. presidents – from George Washington to Joe Biden – and, therefore, impacted all Americans.
  • It illustrates how almost all presidents played games and used these and additional pastimes to escape the overbearing stresses of the presidency.
  • The book also shows how cognitive games, such as poker and chess, went far beyond stress relief, creating a link between those games and politics.
  • Little-known personal anecdotes and presidential life experiences enliven the stories, including the following:
    George Washington keeping track of his many gambling wins and losses in his diary.

The Vertical Flight Society Announces the Winners of the 3rd Annual Design-Build-Vertical Flight Student Competition

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Friday, June 9, 2023
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FAIRFAX, Va., June 9, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Vertical Flight Society today announces the winners of its third annual Design-Build-Vertical Flight (DBVF) Student Competition. Auburn University took first place, University of Maryland took second and McGill University took third:

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  • Auburn University Wins Top Honors in eVTOL Drone Competition, followed by University of Maryland and McGill University
    FAIRFAX, Va., June 9, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Vertical Flight Society today announces the winners of its third annual Design-Build-Vertical Flight (DBVF) Student Competition.
  • The Vertical Flight Society encourages universities from around the world to form teams and take part in this exciting and challenging competition next year.
  • The Vertical Flight Society is the world's premier vertical flight technical society.
  • Since it was founded as the American Helicopter Society in 1943, the Society has been a major force in the advancement of vertical flight.

HIGHGATE APPOINTS MIKE UWE DICKERSBACH AS CHIEF DIGITAL OFFICER

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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NEW YORK, May 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Highgate, a leading hotel management, investment and development company, announced today the appointment of Mike Uwe Dickersbach to Chief Digital Officer.

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  • NEW YORK, May 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Highgate, a leading hotel management, investment and development company, announced today the appointment of Mike Uwe Dickersbach to Chief Digital Officer.
  • Mike will also support Highgate's growing hotel portfolio by building strategic initiatives that can further enhance guest experiences through technology and intelligence.
  • "Technology has always played a critical role in Highgate's ability to deliver best-in-class experiences for guests and maximize revenue for hotel owners," said Arash Azarbarzin, Chief Executive Officer at Highgate.
  • Dickersbach re-joins Highgate after serving as the company's Chief Technology Officer from 2015-2017.

LEADING HEALTHCARE EXECUTIVE RACHEL HOOVER, MS, MBA, NAMED EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AT UM FACULTY PHYSICIANS, INC.

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Friday, May 19, 2023
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Hoover is a healthcare leader with more than 20 years of experience in providing strategic oversight and planning for enterprise-wide initiatives in academic and private health care systems.

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  • Hoover is a healthcare leader with more than 20 years of experience in providing strategic oversight and planning for enterprise-wide initiatives in academic and private health care systems.
  • Most recently she served as Chief Operating Officer for Johns Hopkins Regional Physicians and was previously Director of Global Services for Johns Hopkins Medicine.
  • "I am honored to step into this important role and to work with such an esteemed group of experts," said Ms. Hoover.
  • UMSOM faculty physicians conduct cutting-edge research and clinical trials and offer care in more than 40 medical specialties.

University of Maryland Taps Stephen Roth To Lead the Graduate School

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023
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COLLEGE PARK, Md., May 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Maryland has named Stephen Roth associate provost and dean of the Graduate School , effective July 1, 2023.

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  • COLLEGE PARK, Md., May 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Maryland has named Stephen Roth associate provost and dean of the Graduate School , effective July 1, 2023.
  • As dean, Roth will provide strong and visionary leadership for the school and support an environment of diversity and inclusive excellence in graduate education.
  • Roth has contributed significantly to the school's graduate programs, and under his leadership the school has seen a 64 percent increase in graduate enrollments over the past seven years.
  • "I have dedicated the majority of my career to supporting and advancing academic excellence at the University of Maryland," said Roth.

Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard joins David S. Brown Enterprises

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023
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BALTIMORE, May 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rita's Italian Ice has signed a lease with David S. Brown Enterprises, at 419 W. Baltimore in the Renaissance District of Baltimore City, mere footsteps away from University of Maryland, Baltimore.

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  • BALTIMORE, May 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rita's Italian Ice has signed a lease with David S. Brown Enterprises, at 419 W. Baltimore in the Renaissance District of Baltimore City, mere footsteps away from University of Maryland, Baltimore.
  • The opening at their new location, 419 W. Baltimore Street, is scheduled for May 2023.
  • We are excited to have them aboard as this is their fourth location within our portfolio" said Ken Bernstein, Senior Vice President of Retail Leasing at David S. Brown Enterprises.
  • "We've received great service and support from David S. Brown Enterprises every step of the way," Albert Holley stated.

Maryland Stem Cell Research Commission Announces Over $14 Million in Awards to Accelerate Cures

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023
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COLUMBIA, Md., May 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Maryland Stem Cell Research (MSCRF) Commission is pleased to announce  over $14.1 million in grant awards to promote innovative research that will strengthen and advance stem cell treatments and technologies in Maryland. This is the largest amount awarded to Maryland-based institutions and companies since 2010 and was made possible as a result of increased funding from the State. This is also the first time that the Commission awarded funding to Maryland-based companies under MSCRF's new Manufacturing Assistance Program, established to boost cell therapy manufacturing capabilities in the State. 

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  • Commission also Issues Request for Applications for Four Funding Programs for July 13, 2023, Deadline
    COLUMBIA, Md., May 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Maryland Stem Cell Research ( MSCRF ) Commission is pleased to announce  over $14.1 million in grant awards to promote innovative research that will strengthen and advance stem cell treatments and technologies in Maryland.
  • "We remain committed to supporting the researchers and companies in Maryland to advance stem cell research and ultimately improve the lives of patients suffering from a wide range of diseases and conditions," said Diane Hoffmann, chair of the Maryland Stem Cell Research Commission.
  • The Commission has also issued RFAs for its first-round of 2024 funding in hopes of continuing to accelerating cutting-edge research and cures through the various programs of the Maryland Stem Cell Research Fund (MSCRF) .
  • Manufacturing Assistance: These awards provide company support for manufacturing stem cell therapy products in Maryland.

Milestone Scientific Commences Sales of CompuFlo® Epidural Disposables within the Sports and Spine Clinic in Oregon

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023
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Dr. Huebert initially conducted seven cases using the CompuFlo Epidural system, in which he reported 100% success.

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  • Dr. Huebert initially conducted seven cases using the CompuFlo Epidural system, in which he reported 100% success.
  • The evaluation included Epidural Steroid Injection (ESI) procedures in the lumbar, thoracic and cervical thoracic junctions in the spine.
  • He specializes in non-surgical orthopedic, spine, sports and other painful injuries and conditions utilizing a variety of therapies including traditional and regenerative medicine.
  • Based on the growing recognition of our technology among leading pain management specialists, we remain confident that the CompuFlo Epidural system will, in time, become the standard of care in epidural analgesia.”

BATISTE™ INVITES GEN-Z STUDENTS TO REFRESH & REFLECT DURING MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK

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Thursday, May 4, 2023
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EWING, N.J., May 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As Mental Health Awareness Week kicked off nationwide, America's #1 Dry Shampoo BATISTE™ invited students to spend time positively impacting their mental health during the brand's Refresh & Reflect experiential events. As part of the brand's new cause marketing campaign, the events toured three college campuses across the U.S., inviting students to participate in on-campus group fitness classes and make meaningful connections with friends and peers, in effort to refresh their mood and reflect on their mental wellbeing.

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  • EWING, N.J., May 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As Mental Health Awareness Week kicked off nationwide, America's #1 Dry Shampoo BATISTE™ invited students to spend time positively impacting their mental health during the brand's Refresh & Reflect experiential events.
  • BATISTE'S Refresh & Reflect events launched on May 2nd in Los Angeles at UCLA, co-hosted by the brand's Mental Health Expert Dr. Courtney Tracy ( @the.truth.doctor ) and fitness instructor and influencer Katie Austin ( @katieaustin ).
  • While visiting the Refresh & Reflect events, college students received samples of BATISTE Dry Shampoo, alongside branded swag items.
  • In April, BATISTE announced the brand's first-ever cause marketing platform that will support students in taking the time to focus on themselves to support their mental health and well-being.