TANZANIA

Five Talented Women Scientists from the Global South Win OWSD-Elsevier Foundation Research Prize for Their Work on New Ways to Tackle Water Quality Issue

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
Water supply, Health, Climate change, Sanitation, Wetland, Woman, Partnership, Risk, Cell Press, Antonella, Perception, Research, OWSD, Bacteria, University, STAR, Water resources, Fishery, World Water Day, Mentorship, Human, Organization, UNESCO, Shirani, Risk assessment, Virology, Water quality, Parity, Hygiene, Microbiology, Water, University of Ruhuna, Nanocomposite, Cell, Coral, USD, Drinking water, OWSD-Elsevier Foundation Award, UN, Environmental remediation

The 2024 OWSD-Elsevier Foundation Awards have recognized women-led science from more than 20 low- and middle-income countries since 2013

Key Points: 
  • The prize also acknowledges the scientists’ commitment to leadership, mentoring and engagement within their communities, including the translation of research into actionable insights for stakeholders.
  • We are so proud of them and are sure this prize is just one step on their path to success."
  • By offering this prize, we want to spotlight the important research undertaken by the women who've become inspiring role models for communities most affected by this issue."
  • To find out how the OWSD-Elsevier Foundation Award helps shape our understanding of the global South, read more about the 2023 winners here .

Texas Cardiac Arrhythmia Institute at St. David's Medical Center first in U.S. to use FDA-approved pulsed field ablation system

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Electrophysiology, St Davids, Atrial fibrillation, Arrhythmia, Patient, PFA, Medical Center, Quality of life, FDA, Food, Medical device

The first procedure was performed by Andrea Natale, M.D., F.H.R.S., F.A.C.C., F.E.S.C., cardiac electrophysiologist and executive medical director of TCAI, and Amin Al-Ahmad, M.D., clinical cardiac electrophysiologist.

Key Points: 
  • The first procedure was performed by Andrea Natale, M.D., F.H.R.S., F.A.C.C., F.E.S.C., cardiac electrophysiologist and executive medical director of TCAI, and Amin Al-Ahmad, M.D., clinical cardiac electrophysiologist.
  • Dr. Natale and Dr. Al-Ahmad were two of 67 global operators to participate in the trial that led to FDA approval.
  • The novel PFA system delivers short-duration, high-energy electrical pulses to the cardiac tissue to destroy cells that cause irregular heart rhythms without using excess heat or cold.
  • "Our team is honored to have played a part in piloting this new era of global innovation for cardiac arrhythmia."

Texas Cardiac Arrhythmia Institute at St. David's Medical Center first in U.S. to use FDA-approved pulsed field ablation system

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Electrophysiology, St Davids, Atrial fibrillation, Arrhythmia, Patient, PFA, Medical Center, Quality of life, FDA, Food, Medical device

The first procedure was performed by Andrea Natale, M.D., F.H.R.S., F.A.C.C., F.E.S.C., cardiac electrophysiologist and executive medical director of TCAI, and Amin Al-Ahmad, M.D., clinical cardiac electrophysiologist.

Key Points: 
  • The first procedure was performed by Andrea Natale, M.D., F.H.R.S., F.A.C.C., F.E.S.C., cardiac electrophysiologist and executive medical director of TCAI, and Amin Al-Ahmad, M.D., clinical cardiac electrophysiologist.
  • Dr. Natale and Dr. Al-Ahmad were two of 67 global operators to participate in the trial that led to FDA approval.
  • The novel PFA system delivers short-duration, high-energy electrical pulses to the cardiac tissue to destroy cells that cause irregular heart rhythms without using excess heat or cold.
  • "Our team is honored to have played a part in piloting this new era of global innovation for cardiac arrhythmia."

UpEnergy announces Tanzania's first Article 6 authorisation for carbon credits from cleaner cookstoves

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Carbon, Cooking, Electricity, Corporation, Government, LOA, MCFA, NCMC, UNFCCC, Imp, Climate, News, Private sector, Kitchen, World Bank, Paris Agreement, Drinking water, UN, Renewable energy

KAMPALA, Uganda, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- UpEnergy, a social enterprise with a mission to channel climate finance to fight energy poverty through decarbonisation projects, today announced it has secured a historic letter of authorisation (LOA) from the Government of Tanzania. The new LOA represents the country's first-ever carbon credits authorised for corresponding adjustments under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement.

Key Points: 
  • The new LOA represents the country's first-ever carbon credits authorised for corresponding adjustments under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement .
  • The announcement also marks the first Korean-based company to acquire Article 6-authorised credits from Tanzania, with Ecoeye purchasing the first issuance of these credits.
  • The authorisation for corresponding adjustments based on the first transfer will significantly contribute to the development of the Article 6 pathway within Tanzania.
  • The ongoing work is part of the Community Carbon initiative launched by UpEnergy, which supports communities by reinvesting project revenue back into project areas centered on cleaner cooking and safe drinking water.

Cognizant Teams with Shopify and Google Cloud To Transform Enterprise Retail

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Cloud, Cognizant, Generative, Synthetic media, SVP, Google Cloud, Growth, Commerce, Online shopping

TEANECK, N.J., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cognizant announced a strategic alliance with Shopify and Google Cloud to drive digital transformation and platform modernization for global retailers and brands. The alliance is focused on bringing together the power of Shopify's leading commerce platform, Google Cloud's core cloud infrastructure, and client delivery of Cognizant's retail industry advisory and technology implementation specialists.

Key Points: 
  • TEANECK, N.J., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cognizant announced a strategic alliance with Shopify and Google Cloud to drive digital transformation and platform modernization for global retailers and brands.
  • The alliance is focused on bringing together the power of Shopify's leading commerce platform, Google Cloud's core cloud infrastructure, and client delivery of Cognizant's retail industry advisory and technology implementation specialists.
  • By utilizing Shopify's commerce operating system, built on Google Cloud, along with the expansive suite of Google Cloud offerings, brands will have the foundational technology needed for Cognizant to execute impactful digital transformation and deliver benefits across a range of retail scenarios.
  • "We're excited to align with Shopify and Google Cloud to transform the commerce experience for retail businesses by offering a pathway to generative AI-powered platform, technology and cloud modernization in one place," said Sushant Warikoo, SVP and head of Cognizant's retail business unit.

Cognizant Teams with Shopify and Google Cloud To Transform Enterprise Retail

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Cloud, Cognizant, Generative, Synthetic media, SVP, Google Cloud, Growth, Commerce, Online shopping

TEANECK, N.J., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cognizant announced a strategic alliance with Shopify and Google Cloud to drive digital transformation and platform modernization for global retailers and brands. The alliance is focused on bringing together the power of Shopify's leading commerce platform, Google Cloud's core cloud infrastructure, and client delivery of Cognizant's retail industry advisory and technology implementation specialists.

Key Points: 
  • TEANECK, N.J., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cognizant announced a strategic alliance with Shopify and Google Cloud to drive digital transformation and platform modernization for global retailers and brands.
  • The alliance is focused on bringing together the power of Shopify's leading commerce platform, Google Cloud's core cloud infrastructure, and client delivery of Cognizant's retail industry advisory and technology implementation specialists.
  • By utilizing Shopify's commerce operating system, built on Google Cloud, along with the expansive suite of Google Cloud offerings, brands will have the foundational technology needed for Cognizant to execute impactful digital transformation and deliver benefits across a range of retail scenarios.
  • "We're excited to align with Shopify and Google Cloud to transform the commerce experience for retail businesses by offering a pathway to generative AI-powered platform, technology and cloud modernization in one place," said Sushant Warikoo, SVP and head of Cognizant's retail business unit.

JA Solar Launches Global Industrial and Commercial Enterprises Green Development Initiative

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Monday, April 8, 2024
Climate change, Knowledge, PV, JA Solar Holdings, JA, Renewable energy

BEIJING, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- JA Solar, a prominent leader in the PV industry, has taken the lead in launching a groundbreaking initiative aimed at addressing climate change and fostering sustainable development of industrial and commercial enterprises on a global scale.

Key Points: 
  • BEIJING, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- JA Solar, a prominent leader in the PV industry, has taken the lead in launching a groundbreaking initiative aimed at addressing climate change and fostering sustainable development of industrial and commercial enterprises on a global scale.
  • Partnering with over thirty enterprises worldwide, the initiative seeks to bridge sectoral divides and industry chain barriers, paving the way for green and low-carbon development strategies for industrial and commercial enterprises.
  • The initiative, titled Global Industrial and Commercial Enterprises Green Development Initiative, underscores the urgent need for collective action in combating climate change.
  • Acknowledging climate change as one of the paramount challenges of our time, JA Solar's leadership in this endeavor underscores the critical role of rallying the global industrial and commercial sectors to effect substantial change.

JA Solar Launches Global Industrial and Commercial Enterprises Green Development Initiative

Retrieved on: 
Monday, April 8, 2024
Multimedia, Climate change, Knowledge, PV, JA Solar Holdings, JA, Renewable energy

BEIJING, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- JA Solar, a prominent leader in the PV industry, has taken the lead in launching a groundbreaking initiative aimed at addressing climate change and fostering sustainable development of industrial and commercial enterprises on a global scale.

Key Points: 
  • BEIJING, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- JA Solar, a prominent leader in the PV industry, has taken the lead in launching a groundbreaking initiative aimed at addressing climate change and fostering sustainable development of industrial and commercial enterprises on a global scale.
  • Partnering with over thirty enterprises worldwide, the initiative seeks to bridge sectoral divides and industry chain barriers, paving the way for green and low-carbon development strategies for industrial and commercial enterprises.
  • The initiative, titled Global Industrial and Commercial Enterprises Green Development Initiative, underscores the urgent need for collective action in combating climate change.
  • Acknowledging climate change as one of the paramount challenges of our time, JA Solar's leadership in this endeavor underscores the critical role of rallying the global industrial and commercial sectors to effect substantial change.

#VelocitySeries 2.0 Launch Alert: Dive into The Era of Data-Driven, Divisible Art with Bybit's Exclusive Livestream with Oracle Red Bull Racing

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Friday, April 5, 2024
AOI, World championship, F1, Pop-punk, Fraction, NFT, Formula, Divisor, Non-fungible token, UTC, Hot, Velocity, Cryptocurrency

The live event promises exciting insights and a chance to win incredible prizes, including the coveted Velocity Pass 2.0.

Key Points: 
  • The live event promises exciting insights and a chance to win incredible prizes, including the coveted Velocity Pass 2.0.
  • Meet the Velocity Series 2.0 Powerhouse Panel:
    Max Wu, Bybit Web3: Get firsthand insights from Bybit's Web3 team.
  • Dan Mitchell, Oracle Red Bull Racing: Dive deep into the world of F1 with a representative from the championship-winning team.
  • Exclusive Reveals and Hot Topics:
    Celebrate 20 Years of Oracle Red Bull Racing Glory: Witness the fusion of cutting-edge technology and artistic expression as we commemorate Oracle Red Bull Racing's two-decade reign.

#VelocitySeries 2.0 Launch Alert: Dive into The Era of Data-Driven, Divisible Art with Bybit's Exclusive Livestream with Oracle Red Bull Racing

Retrieved on: 
Friday, April 5, 2024
AOI, World championship, F1, Pop-punk, Fraction, NFT, Formula, Divisor, Non-fungible token, UTC, Hot, Velocity, Cryptocurrency

The live event promises exciting insights and a chance to win incredible prizes, including the coveted Velocity Pass 2.0.

Key Points: 
  • The live event promises exciting insights and a chance to win incredible prizes, including the coveted Velocity Pass 2.0.
  • Meet the Velocity Series 2.0 Powerhouse Panel:
    Max Wu, Bybit Web3: Get firsthand insights from Bybit's Web3 team.
  • Dan Mitchell, Oracle Red Bull Racing: Dive deep into the world of F1 with a representative from the championship-winning team.
  • Exclusive Reveals and Hot Topics:
    Celebrate 20 Years of Oracle Red Bull Racing Glory: Witness the fusion of cutting-edge technology and artistic expression as we commemorate Oracle Red Bull Racing's two-decade reign.