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REMADE Announces New Technology License

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Wednesday, August 24, 2022
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ROCHESTER, N.Y., Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The REMADE Institute, a 154-member public-private partnership established by the United States Department of Energy (DOE) with an initial investment of $140 million, today announced a new technology license involving a technological innovation capable of recovering precious metals from used electronics more easily and cost-effectively.

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  • The innovation, developed with REMADE support, is part of a research and development project first funded by the Institute in 2020.
  • "Congratulations to the entire project team, including the researchers with Virginia Tech, the team at Phinix, and our tech team at the Institute," said REMADE CEO Nabil Nasr.
  • "A new technology license is a great accomplishment, and we believe it will be incredibly valuable to U.S.-based electronics recycling companies."
  • REMADE Chief Technology Officer Magdi Azer said the tech license is another milestone for the public-private partnership, which seeks to increase the reuse, remanufacturing, recycling, and recovery of four energy-intensive materials: metals, polymers/plastics, fibers/papers, and e-waste.

SME Announces 2022 College of Fellows

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Tuesday, August 16, 2022
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SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SME, committed to advancing manufacturing professionals, academia, and communities, has announced its 2022 SME College of Fellows.

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  • SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SME, committed to advancing manufacturing professionals, academia, and communities, has announced its 2022 SME College of Fellows.
  • "Our 2022 SME College of Fellows recipients demonstrate a wide range of expertise in manufacturing that is needed to drive innovation," said Bob Willig, SME executive director and CEO.
  • The ongoing work by the 2022 SME College of Fellows has influenced all manufacturing industries, including aerospace, defense, automotive, machine tool and design and more.
  • SME is accepting nominations for the 2023 SME College of Fellows through Dec. 1.

New Fintech Launches with $20 million in Seed Capital, $50m Warehouse to be the First to Combine Credit and International Money Transfer

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Tuesday, August 16, 2022
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SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pomelo announced a Series Seed of $20 million in venture capital and $50m in warehouse facility for a total of $70m in seed financing, and is the first company to combine credit and international money transfer. Pomelo also announced its official launch and availability to serve its first corridor, the Philippines. Keith Rabois at Founders Fund as well as Kevin Hartz, Co-Founder of Xoom and General Partner, at A* Capital led the round with Afore Capital, Xfund, Josh Buckley, the Chainsmokers, and the Weeknd also investing in the round.

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  • Pomelo is a new credit card that allows consumers to extend credit to family overseas to solve remittance transfer.
  • "Pomelo is on a mission to change how international money transfer fundamentally works," said Eric Velasquez Frenkiel, Pomelo founder and CEO.
  • For many of our customers, Pomelo is their first credit card here in the US and the very first card for their loved ones overseas."
  • "Even when financial activity is conducted responsibly, individuals remain credit invisible unless it can be reflected on their credit score.

Dr. Kiana Aran 2nd woman since 1960 to receive Rutgers' Distinguished Engineer, Medal of Excellence award

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Tuesday, August 9, 2022
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SAN DIEGO, Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Keck Graduate Institute (KGI) and Cardea Bio, publicly congratulatesthe Chief Scientific Officer of Cardea Bio, Dr. Kiana Aran ,for being awarded the Distinguished Engineer, Medal of Excellence award from Rutgers University.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Keck Graduate Institute (KGI) and Cardea Bio, publicly congratulatesthe Chief Scientific Officer of Cardea Bio, Dr. Kiana Aran ,for being awarded the Distinguished Engineer, Medal of Excellence award from Rutgers University.
  • I will do that via our Aran Nebula Foundation www.arannebula.org where we help elevate other Excellent Female Scientists in the making."
  • What is best about Dr. Aran, though, is her inspiring activity and attitude toward science and engineering.
  • Dr. Aran is only the second woman ever to win this award.

Amesite to Provide Website Integrated eCommerce Solution to Wayne State University, College of Engineering

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Tuesday, August 2, 2022
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Learners will now experience a streamlined process to register, pay, and onboard courses directly from the Wayne State University Warrior Tech Source website.

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  • Learners will now experience a streamlined process to register, pay, and onboard courses directly from the Wayne State University Warrior Tech Source website.
  • This will increase the accessibility and engagement of the Universitys network of 30,000 alumni around the world in 48 countries and all 50 states.
  • Said Dr. Farshad Fotouhi, Dean of Engineering at Wayne State University, Amesite has continuously brought us cutting-edge technology and now is delivering system-wide software solutions, which are advancing our programs.
  • This expansion is another exciting win for Amesite, said Dr. Ann Marie Sastry, Founder & CEO of Amesite.

Pleco Therapeutics Announces Expansion with the Incorporation of a U.S. Subsidiary and the Appointment of Michael Stalhamer as President

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Tuesday, July 26, 2022
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Mr Stalhamer also serves on the global leadership team as Vice President (VP) Product Development and Regulatory Affairs.

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  • Mr Stalhamer also serves on the global leadership team as Vice President (VP) Product Development and Regulatory Affairs.
  • Mr. Stalhamer joins from STI Pharma where he has been VP Regulatory Affairs & Product Development for the past 13 years.
  • Michael Stalhamer newly appointed President of Pleco Therapeutics USA, Inc.,said: "This is an exciting time to be joining the Pleco team, as it is at a pivotal point in its product development.
  • A private company, Pleco is headquartered in Nijmegen, the Netherlands, with a U.S. subsidiary, Pleco Therapeutics USA Inc, based in Newark, New York.

Pleco Therapeutics Announces Expansion with the Incorporation of a U.S. Subsidiary and the Appointment of Michael Stalhamer as President

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Tuesday, July 26, 2022
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Mr Stalhamer also serves on the global leadership team as Vice President (VP) Product Development and Regulatory Affairs.

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  • Mr Stalhamer also serves on the global leadership team as Vice President (VP) Product Development and Regulatory Affairs.
  • Mr. Stalhamer joins from STI Pharma where he has been VP Regulatory Affairs & Product Development for the past 13 years.
  • Michael Stalhamer newly appointed President of Pleco Therapeutics USA, Inc.,said: "This is an exciting time to be joining the Pleco team, as it is at a pivotal point in its product development.
  • A private company, Pleco is headquartered in Nijmegen, the Netherlands, with a U.S. subsidiary, Pleco Therapeutics USA Inc, based in Newark, New York.

A. O. Smith Names Noelle Brigham as Environmental, Social and Governance Director

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Monday, July 25, 2022
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MILWAUKEE, July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A. O. Smith Corporation (NYSE: AOS), a leader in water heating and water treatment, today announced the appointment of Noelle Brigham, P. E., Env.

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  • MILWAUKEE, July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A. O. Smith Corporation (NYSE: AOS), a leader in water heating and water treatment, today announced the appointment of Noelle Brigham, P. E., Env.
  • as the Company's Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Director.
  • Brigham will lead and drive all aspects of the ESG initiatives while developing a long-term strategy for the Company's global commitments and strategy in this field.
  • She received her master's in environmental engineering and Bachelor of Science in civil and environmental engineering from Marquette University as well.

Columbia Business School and Columbia Engineering to Offer New "Dual MBA/Executive MS in Engineering and Applied Science" Program

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Monday, July 18, 2022
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NEW YORK, July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of a commitment to prepare the business leaders of tomorrow, Columbia Business School and Columbia University's School of Engineering and Applied Science will offer a new dual-degree program that pairs the foundational skill sets of business with those of engineering. Students in the 20-month program will receive two degrees: a Master of Business Administration and an Executive Master of Science in Engineering and Applied Science. The program will officially launch in September 2023 and interested students can begin applying now.

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  • NEW YORK, July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of a commitment to prepare the business leaders of tomorrow, Columbia Business School and Columbia University's School of Engineering and Applied Science will offer a new dual-degree program that pairs the foundational skill sets of business with those of engineering.
  • Students in the 20-month program will receive two degrees: a Master of Business Administration and an Executive Master of Science in Engineering and Applied Science.
  • Students will take courses with both Columbia Business School and Columbia Engineering faculty, spend a summer pursuing an entrepreneurial venture or interning at a technology company, and complete a capstone project.
  • Columbia Business School is the only world-class, Ivy League business school that delivers a learning experience where academic excellence meets with real-time exposure to the pulse of global business.

Lordstown Motors Announces Executive Appointments

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Tuesday, July 12, 2022
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(Nasdaq: RIDE), ("Lordstown Motors" or "LMC"), an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) of electric vehicles focused on the commercial fleet market, today announced several key executive appointments that further strengthen the company's senior leadership team.

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  • (Nasdaq: RIDE), ("Lordstown Motors" or "LMC"), an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) of electric vehicles focused on the commercial fleet market, today announced several key executive appointments that further strengthen the company's senior leadership team.
  • Daniel A. Ninivaggiwas elected to serve as Executive Chairman of the Board of Lordstown Motors.
  • "Since joining Lordstown Motors, recruiting an experienced and talented management team has been a key priority.
  • Lordstown Motors has corporate, engineering, and research and development facilities in Lordstown, Ohio, Farmington Hills, Mich. and Irvine, Calif. For additional information, visit http://www.lordstownmotors.com/ .