Biomedical engineering

Avalo Therapeutics Appoints Biotech Leaders to Board of Directors

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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The Avalo Board brings together a team with expertise spanning finance, business operations, drug discovery and clinical development.

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  • The Avalo Board brings together a team with expertise spanning finance, business operations, drug discovery and clinical development.
  • The recent board appointments include Aaron Kantoff, Jonathan Goldman, and Samantha Truex as Independent Directors.
  • He has spent over a decade specializing in founding, building and investing in biotech companies.
  • Samantha also chairs the Board of Advisors for Thayer School of Engineering at Dartmouth and is a member of the Board of Advisors for Life Science Cares.

IGC Pharma Adds Advisor in Artificial Intelligence

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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IGC Pharma, Inc. ("IGC Pharma," "IGC" or the "Company") (NYSE American: IGC) today announces the addition of Pablo Arbelaez, Ph.D., an expert in artificial intelligence (“AI”) and one of the world's top researchers.

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  • IGC Pharma, Inc. ("IGC Pharma," "IGC" or the "Company") (NYSE American: IGC) today announces the addition of Pablo Arbelaez, Ph.D., an expert in artificial intelligence (“AI”) and one of the world's top researchers.
  • This will help IGC Pharma identify individuals who are most likely to respond to treatment and accelerate the delivery of treatments to patients.
  • Pablo Arbeláez is a distinguished researcher with over 20 years of experience in Computer Vision and Artificial Intelligence.
  • Ram Mukunda, CEO of IGC Pharma, stated, "We welcome Dr. Pablo Arbelaez to our team of Senior Advisors.

GLUCOTRACK EXPANDS LEADERSHIP TEAM WITH NEW VICE PRESIDENT OF QUALITY

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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He will lead ISO-13485 certification and all related quality activities for the Company’s implantable Continuous Blood Glucose Monitoring (CBGM) technology.

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  • He will lead ISO-13485 certification and all related quality activities for the Company’s implantable Continuous Blood Glucose Monitoring (CBGM) technology.
  • “We are thrilled that Vincent has joined our growing team in this important leadership role.” said Paul Goode, PhD, CEO of Glucotrack.
  • Implementing a sustainable Quality Management System that will grow with us is essential as we now embark on product development activities for our commercial product.
  • I look forward to joining this leadership team to bring this differentiated technology to people with diabetes,” said Mr. Wong.

Tvardi Therapeutics Appoints Sujal Shah as Chairman and Adds Shaheen Wirk to the Board of Directors

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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Tvardi Therapeutics, Inc. (“Tvardi”), a privately held, clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the development of STAT3 inhibitors, announced that current Board of Directors member Sujal Shah has been appointed Chairman, and experienced healthcare investor Shaheen Wirk, M.D.

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  • Tvardi Therapeutics, Inc. (“Tvardi”), a privately held, clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the development of STAT3 inhibitors, announced that current Board of Directors member Sujal Shah has been appointed Chairman, and experienced healthcare investor Shaheen Wirk, M.D.
  • Formerly, Mr. Shah was a healthcare investment banker for global investment banks Citigroup and Credit Suisse.
  • Newly appointed board member Dr. Wirk has more than 20 years of investment experience in public and private life science companies.
  • “The appointment of Sujal as Chairman and the addition of Shaheen to Tvardi’s Board of Directors are instrumental to the success of Tvardi,” said Imran Alibhai, Ph.D., CEO of Tvardi.

Bioelectronic medicine Feinstein Institutes researchers elected to AIMBE College of Fellows

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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The American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE) has announced the election of two researchers from The Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research to the AIMBE College of Fellows Class of 2024 for their contributions to the fields of medical and biological engineering, and particularly the field of bioelectronic medicine.

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  • The American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE) has announced the election of two researchers from The Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research to the AIMBE College of Fellows Class of 2024 for their contributions to the fields of medical and biological engineering, and particularly the field of bioelectronic medicine.
  • Valentin Pavlov, PhD , and Sangeeta Chavan, PhD , both professors in the Institute of Bioelectronic Medicine , were recognized in-person during the AIMBE Annual Event in Washington D.C..
  • Sangeeta Chavan (left) and Valentin Pavlov (right) have been elected to the AIMBE College of Fellows for advancing the fields of medical and biological engineering.
  • On behalf of the Feinstein Institutes and Northwell Health, we congratulate them.”
    The Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research is the global scientific home of bioelectronic medicine where medical researchers use modern technology to develop new device-based therapies to treat disease and injury.

Best Way to Bust Deepfakes? Use AI to Find Real Signs of Life, Say Klick Labs Scientists

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
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As part of the study, Fossat and his team at Klick Labs looked at 49 participants from diverse backgrounds and accents.

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  • As part of the study, Fossat and his team at Klick Labs looked at 49 participants from diverse backgrounds and accents.
  • After analyzing speech pause metrics, the scientists discovered their models could distinguish between the real and fakes with approximately 80 percent accuracy.
  • In December, a PBS NewsHour report cited public policy and AI experts’ concerns that deepfake usage will increase with the upcoming U.S. presidential election.
  • In October, it announced groundbreaking research in Mayo Clinic Proceedings: Digital Health around the AI model it created to detect Type 2 diabetes using 10 seconds of voice.

CENIC Recognizes Pacific Northwest Gigapop for Efforts that Expand Research and Education Networking in North America and Beyond

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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The CENIC Innovations in Networking Awards recognize exemplary people, projects, and organizations that leverage high-bandwidth networking.

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  • The CENIC Innovations in Networking Awards recognize exemplary people, projects, and organizations that leverage high-bandwidth networking.
  • The PNWGP is renowned for its expertise in connecting diverse institutions, fostering collaborative environments, and driving technological innovation.
  • Through their work, PNWGP has effectively bridged geographic and institutional boundaries, enabling researchers and educators to access and share vast resources seamlessly.
  • It provides advanced, robust high-speed networking for research, education, and related uses leveraging Internet2’s optical infrastructure.

The Inner Circle acknowledges Jennifer A. Vazquez as a Pinnacle Lifetime Member

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
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CINCINNATI, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Jennifer A. Vazquez is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Lifetime Member for her contributions in Medical Technology.

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  • CINCINNATI, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Jennifer A. Vazquez is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Lifetime Member for her contributions in Medical Technology.
  • Jennifer A. Vazquez, a dynamic professional in the field of medical technology, has garnered recognition for her exceptional contributions and achievements in biomedical engineering.
  • With an impressive educational background and a commitment to excellence, Jennifer has established herself as a rising star in the industry.
  • Jennifer A. Vazquez attributes her success to the guidance and mentorship she has received from individuals such as Mr. Edward Reyes and Mr. Enrique Vazquez.

Pelvital Announces Advisory Board, Fueling its Mission to Transform the Standard of Care for Urinary Incontinence

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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EAGAN, Minn., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Pelvital, the women's health MedTech company on a mission to transform the standard of care for urinary incontinence, is proud to announce the formation of its formal scientific and business advisory board. This dynamic team of industry leaders and experts will play a pivotal role in supporting the strategic direction and growth of the organization in its ongoing efforts to expand its reach with clinicians, patients, and payors seeking an effective, accessible, conservative treatment option.

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  • EAGAN, Minn., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Pelvital, the women's health MedTech company on a mission to transform the standard of care for urinary incontinence, is proud to announce the formation of its formal scientific and business advisory board.
  • The seven-person advisory board assembles a wealth of experience and expertise with each member having a proven track record of excellence.
  • Dr. Alpert has taught for many years in entrepreneur programs at U.S. and overseas universities, mentoring students and faculty working in the healthcare industry.
  • Their collective knowledge and experience will be instrumental in guiding Pelvital as we embark on an exciting phase of growth and innovation."

LINEAR SYSTEMS ANNOUNCES RELEASE OF ITS 2024 SMALL-SIGNAL DISCRETE DATA BOOK

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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FREMONT, Calif., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Linear Integrated Systems, Inc., a world-class designer and manufacturer of precision, high-performance, small-signal discrete semiconductors, announced the release of its 2024 Small Signal Discrete Data Book.

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  • FREMONT, Calif., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Linear Integrated Systems, Inc., a world-class designer and manufacturer of precision, high-performance, small-signal discrete semiconductors, announced the release of its 2024 Small Signal Discrete Data Book.
  • This data book is our most comprehensive to date on our components, which are world leaders in their respective classes.
  • The 2024 Linear Systems Small Signal Discrete Data Book is expanded from previous editions with additional application notes.
  • Products included in the 2024 Linear Systems Data Book:
    Industries using the parts include: High-End Audio; Test & Measurement; Military/Space; Industrial Controls; Precision Sensors; Medical Electronics; Electro-Optical and Geophysical Exploration Instrumentation.