Pandemics

Journal Article Reviews Oleandrin’s Antiviral Activity Against ‘Enveloped’ Viruses, Including its Ability to Inhibit the Virus that Causes COVID-19

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Thursday, November 19, 2020

The article states, The ability of oleandrin to inhibit the relative infectivity of progeny virus particles may offer a unique approach to treating certain viral diseases.

Key Points: 
  • The article states, The ability of oleandrin to inhibit the relative infectivity of progeny virus particles may offer a unique approach to treating certain viral diseases.
  • This drug has been through both Phase I and Phase II trials (completed in 2016) in patients with malignant disease.
  • The Journal of Experimental Pharmacology is a peer-reviewed, open access, online journal.
  • Extensive research has been done in the following areas: Antiviral, Cancer, and Neurodegenerative Diseases.

Generex Inks $50 Million Licensing Deal with China Partners on the Cooperative Development of the Ii-Key Vaccine Platform

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Wednesday, November 18, 2020

Generex is filing an 8K with the SEC, including details on the deal, as well as copies of the final agreements.

Key Points: 
  • Generex is filing an 8K with the SEC, including details on the deal, as well as copies of the final agreements.
  • We are able to generate a detailed immune activation profile of our Ii-Key vaccine candidates by screening blood samples from COVID-19 recovered patients.
  • We look forward to working in mutual collaboration with our partners to advance the Ii-Key vaccine development platform.
  • The company has also turned its Ii-Key technology on infectious disease, responding to the coronavirus pandemic with a SARS-CoV-2 vaccine development program.

New Connectors Market Research Report- COVID-19 Analysis Based on Automotive, IT, Telecom/datacom, and Industrial Applications | Technavio

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Wednesday, November 18, 2020

The new connectors market research from Technavio indicates Negative growth in the short term as the business impact of COVID-19 spreads.

Key Points: 
  • The new connectors market research from Technavio indicates Negative growth in the short term as the business impact of COVID-19 spreads.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20201117006353/en/
    Technavio has announced its latest market research report titled Global Connectors Market 2020-2024 (Graphic: Business Wire)
    Get detailed insights on the COVID-19 pandemic Crisis and Recovery analysis of the connectors market.
  • The telecommunication sector is one of the major factors driving connectors market growth.
  • As the markets recover Technavio expects the connectors market size to grow by USD 16.95 billion during the period 2020-2024.

Realtors® Expo: 2020 Market Was 'Exceptional,' Biden Homebuyer Credit Will Aid with Down Payments

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Tuesday, November 17, 2020

Home sales set a number of records this year despite and in some cases, because of the coronavirus pandemic.

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  • Home sales set a number of records this year despite and in some cases, because of the coronavirus pandemic.
  • Yun, who is also senior vice president of research at NAR, commented on record-setting home price growth occurring across much of the country.
  • Yun is forecasting 20% total growth in new home sales in 2020 alongside a 3% overall increase in existing-home sales.
  • "The Biden Presidency could bring several impactful changes to the housing market," Yun said.

TouchCare Announces Return to Work COVID-19 Screening Tool for Employers

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Tuesday, November 17, 2020

TouchCare today announced the availability of TouchCare Shield, its new COVID-19 return to work offering, to help employers safely navigate the complex process of reopening as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.

Key Points: 
  • TouchCare today announced the availability of TouchCare Shield, its new COVID-19 return to work offering, to help employers safely navigate the complex process of reopening as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.
  • This offering gives employers the guide they have been looking for so they can stop worrying about whether they can bring employees back to work and start focusing on making it happen.
  • TouchCare Shield starts with the creation of an effective return-to-work policy for employers using a comprehensive, customizable template thats combined with expert HR review.
  • Since 2013 TouchCare has provided high-quality, white-glove concierge services to employers and brokers and it has wrapped this personalized approach into TouchCare Shield.

Graphable Receives National Science Foundation Grant with Goal of Early Infectious Disease Detection

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Tuesday, November 17, 2020

NSF grant for using network science in early detection of highly infectious diseases, prior to pandemic outbreak.

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  • NSF grant for using network science in early detection of highly infectious diseases, prior to pandemic outbreak.
  • The opportunity to predict an impending situation through early detection of the virus should enable scientists and medical researchers to act in time to avoid uncontrolled outbreaks.
  • "A scientific approach is needed for early detection of highly infectious diseases prior to them transforming into pandemics, instead of attempting stop-gap measures after the disease has reached pandemic proportions."
  • "The Graphable team has proven to be a transformative partner in the NSF CNS Research Grant #2028051 effort to use novel approaches to detect infectious disease occurrences much earlier.

Towards a more dynamic, resilient and competitive European industry: Council adopts conclusions

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Tuesday, November 17, 2020

The Council today adopted a set of conclusions setting out how recovery from the COVID-19 crisis can be used as leverage for a more dynamic, resilient and competitive European industry.

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  • The Council today adopted a set of conclusions setting out how recovery from the COVID-19 crisis can be used as leverage for a more dynamic, resilient and competitive European industry.
  • In these conclusions, the Council stresses the need for European solidarity to master a swift, sustainable and inclusive economic recovery and a long-term sustainable future of the EU industry impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • According to the Council, the answer to the economic effects of the COVID-19 crisis and growing international competition must be one of reinforced and stronger European cooperation and integration that leads to the creation of a sustainable, attractive and competitive business environment.
  • Finally the Commission is called upon to present an update of its New Industrial Strategy ahead of the European Council in March 2021.

Media and Entertainment Storage Market Demand to Increase Amid COVID-19 Pandemic | Emerging Opportunities in New Normal | Technavio

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Monday, November 16, 2020

The global media and entertainment storage market is expected to grow by USD 5.85 billion during 2020-2024, according to Technavio.

Key Points: 
  • The global media and entertainment storage market is expected to grow by USD 5.85 billion during 2020-2024, according to Technavio.
  • The media and entertainment storage market demand will increase during the forecast period owing to the widespread growth of the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Key Considerations for Market Forecast:
    Major Three Media And Entertainment Storage Market Participants:
    Amazon.com Inc. operates its business across segments such as North America, International, and Amazon Web Services.
  • Get report snapshot here to get detailed market share analysis of market participants during COVID-19 lockdown: https://www.technavio.com/report/media-and-entertainment-storage-market-...
    Media And Entertainment Storage Market 2020-2024: Segmentation
    Media and entertainment storage market is segmented as below:

SINTX Technologies and Iwatani Group Announce Agreement to Develop Antipathogenic Surfaces to Help Prevent Spread of the Common Flu, COVID-19, and Other Viral Diseases

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Friday, November 13, 2020

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  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    The goal of this agreement is to incorporate SINTX AP2 silicon nitride powder into polymer materials.
  • These materials will become safe and effective surfaces for IT devices such as cases for cell phones and tablets that are touched frequently.
  • SINTX and Iwatani aim to create surfaces that resist bacteria and viruses.
  • The joint development agreement between Iwatani and SINTX will help SINTX advance their materials science, while external partners like Iwatani develop commercial products that can help protect the worldwide community against viral diseases.

SINTX Technologies and Iwatani Group Announce Agreement to Develop Antipathogenic Surfaces to Help Prevent Spread of the Common Flu, COVID-19, and Other Viral Diseases

Retrieved on: 
Friday, November 13, 2020

The goal of this agreement is to incorporate SINTX AP2 silicon nitride powder into polymer materials.

Key Points: 
  • The goal of this agreement is to incorporate SINTX AP2 silicon nitride powder into polymer materials.
  • SINTX and Iwatani aim to create surfaces that resist bacteria and viruses.
  • The successful development of these products may help prevent and reduce the spread of respiratory diseases like SARS-CoV-2, Influenza A, and H1N1 by inactivating viruses and bacteria on the polymer surfaces.
  • The joint development agreement between Iwatani and SINTX will help SINTX advance their materials science, while external partners like Iwatani develop commercial products that can help protect the worldwide community against viral diseases.