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Elicit Plant Announces the Appointment of Slavica Djonovic, Ph.D, as Chief Scientific Officer (CSO)

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

Elicit Plant, a pioneering and rapidly expanding agri-biotech company, announces the appointment of the renowned scientist and a leader in the ag-tech industry, Slavica Djonovic, Ph.D. as Chief Scientific Officer (CSO).

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  • Elicit Plant, a pioneering and rapidly expanding agri-biotech company, announces the appointment of the renowned scientist and a leader in the ag-tech industry, Slavica Djonovic, Ph.D. as Chief Scientific Officer (CSO).
  • Elicit Plant's proprietary technology, EliTerra®, the consistent performance of its products internationally, and its team driven by a clear mission, are impressive," states Slavica Djonovic, CSO of Elicit Plant.
  • "In her new role as Chief Scientific Officer, Slavica will be tasked with amplifying Elicit Plant's scientific influence and accelerating the development of our EliTerra® Technological platform.
  • We are convinced that under her scientific leadership, Elicit Plant will reach a new milestone in developing innovative solutions for agriculture," concludes Jean-François Déchant, CEO of Elicit Plant.

Bart Valdez, CEO of Ingenovis Health, recognized by the Staffing Industry Association (SIA) on its Annual Staffing 100 North America List

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

Ingenovis Health announced today that CEO Bart Valdez was named to the 2024 Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) Staffing 100 North America .

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  • Ingenovis Health announced today that CEO Bart Valdez was named to the 2024 Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) Staffing 100 North America .
  • This is Valdez’s second consecutive year recognized on the list which honors the 100 most influential leaders whose work significantly impacts the workforce ecosystem.
  • His diverse leadership history includes driving innovation and excellence in clinical trials, human capital management and global talent acquisition.
  • Beyond his professional pursuits, Valdez, a first-generation college graduate, champions education by sponsoring first-generation students at Colorado State University.

Cost Engineering Leader Galorath Taps Dr. Danny Polidi as Practice Principal for Hardware and Systems Engineering Expertise

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

LONG BEACH, Calif., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Galorath , the premier provider of digital engineering solutions and consulting services, today announced the appointment of Danny Polidi, Ph.D., as Practice Principal for Hardware and Systems Engineering.

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  • LONG BEACH, Calif., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Galorath , the premier provider of digital engineering solutions and consulting services, today announced the appointment of Danny Polidi, Ph.D., as Practice Principal for Hardware and Systems Engineering.
  • "I look forward to collaborating with him on developing and delivering innovative digital engineering solutions, positively impacting our clients' missions."
  • As Practice Principal, Polidi will play a pivotal role in cultivating Galorath's communities of practice.
  • Leveraging his engineering expertise, Polidi will lead the development and execution of Galorath's transformational engineering solutions to the commercial and public sectors.

Butterfly Pavilion and Colorado State University form groundbreaking partnership to battle "Invertebrate Apocalypse"

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

"CSU is proud to formalize this unique partnership with such an important research and cultural institution," CSU President Amy Parsons said.

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  • "CSU is proud to formalize this unique partnership with such an important research and cultural institution," CSU President Amy Parsons said.
  • "Butterfly Pavilion and CSU have long connected students for internship opportunities and engaged in collaborative research.
  • Butterfly Pavilion does great work and is an amazing venue where CSU entomologists can communicate their research to large audiences.
  • "In this groundbreaking partnership between CSU and Butterfly Pavilion, we're unlocking a world of boundless opportunities for both current and future students," said Shartrina White, Butterfly Pavilion's vice president of Education.

School of the Art Institute of Chicago Announces Jiseon Lee Isbara as Next President

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Friday, February 16, 2024

CHICAGO, Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC), a leader in art and design education, today announced Jiseon Lee Isbara as the School's next president, completing a successful national search. Jiseon, who currently serves as the provost of Otis College of Art and Design in Los Angeles, will step into the role that will be vacated by Elissa Tenny upon her retirement.

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  • CHICAGO, Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC), a leader in art and design education, today announced Jiseon Lee Isbara as the School's next president, completing a successful national search.
  • Jiseon, the second woman to serve as president in SAIC's 158-year history, comes to the School with extensive experience in higher education and the arts.
  • "SAIC is composed of a community of diverse people, philosophies, pedagogies, and goals, and I am honored to serve as the School's next president," said Jiseon.
  • "I am so thrilled that Jiseon will serve as the next president of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago," said Board of Trustees Chair Denise B. Gardner.

US Ignite Secures an Additional $6.97M in Funding After Successful Delivery of a New Smart Installation and Community Dashboard Program at Fort Moore

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

Heat Risk Management (HRM) App: Due to intense regional heat, Fort Moore's demanding training operations are constantly threatened by heat-related injuries.

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  • Heat Risk Management (HRM) App: Due to intense regional heat, Fort Moore's demanding training operations are constantly threatened by heat-related injuries.
  • "The Smart Installation and Community Dashboard will prove invaluable in addressing challenges unique to Fort Moore,” said Brandon Cockrell, Deputy Garrison Commander at FMGA.
  • The successful delivery of these initial SICD applications has earned US Ignite an additional investment of $6.974M from ERDC.
  • “We are proud to support the Smart Installation and Community Dashboard Program at Fort Moore,” said Natalie Myers, Program Manager at ERDC’s -Construction Engineering Research Laboratory.

Trupanion Reconvenes Council on Animal Health to Provide Update on ‘Mystery’ Canine Respiratory Illness

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

The session will provide the latest insights into the current state of canine respiratory illness in North America, and follows the exceptional interest generated by their November 2023 event.

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  • The session will provide the latest insights into the current state of canine respiratory illness in North America, and follows the exceptional interest generated by their November 2023 event.
  • Additionally, the panel will evaluate the gravity of respiratory cases, as indicated by reported canine mortality rates, and provide invaluable guidance for pet parents and the veterinary community alike.
  • Canine Respiratory Illness: A Data-Driven Update marks the seventh Trupanion-led event that seeks to deliver real-time pet and public health data to viewers, with cumulative viewership surpassing 6 million.
  • “Trupanion exists to bring comfort in times of uncertainty” said Dr. Steve Weinrauch, Trupanion’s Chief Veterinary and Product Officer.

Federal Alliance for Safe Homes Names Mike Buresh 2024 National Weatherperson of the Year

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Friday, February 2, 2024

TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Feb. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Federal Alliance for Safe Homes, Inc. (FLASH) named Mike Buresh, Chief Meteorologist, Action News JAX - WJAX, WFOX as the 2024 National Weatherperson of the Year (NWP). This annual accolade acknowledges weather professionals who exhibit exemplary leadership in advocating for disaster safety and resilience.

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  • TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Feb. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Federal Alliance for Safe Homes , Inc. (FLASH) named Mike Buresh, Chief Meteorologist, Action News JAX - WJAX, WFOX as the 2024 National Weatherperson of the Year (NWP).
  • The 2024 winner describes himself as not just a weather expert but a "weatherholic" whose lifelong passion for meteorology began in his early years in rural Iowa.
  • His career highlights include providing accurate warnings and tracking information for weather events, including tornadoes, waterspouts, floods, and local tropical cyclones.
  • We congratulate Mike and all of our outstanding 2024 National Weatherperson of the Year finalists who serve the public with unwavering excellence every day, especially during hurricane season."

Eric Versluys Joins The Barnes Global Advisors Program Management Team

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

PITTSBURGH, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Barnes Global Advisors (TBGA), a leader in advanced manufacturing (AM) consultancy services, is expanding its Programs team with the addition of Eric Versluys. Eric comes to TBGA with a wealth of program management experience across aerospace, automation, and manufacturing, providing a strong foundation to support TBGA customers in driving advanced manufacturing adoption.

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  • Versluys Experience Will Impact Customers Across Aerospace, Automation & Manufacturing
    PITTSBURGH, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Barnes Global Advisors (TBGA), a leader in advanced manufacturing (AM) consultancy services, is expanding its Programs team with the addition of Eric Versluys.
  • Eric comes to TBGA with a wealth of program management experience across aerospace, automation, and manufacturing, providing a strong foundation to support TBGA customers in driving advanced manufacturing adoption.
  • The Programs team, under the leadership of Jennifer Coyne, is the heartbeat of our organization and will truly benefit from the addition of Eric.
  • For more information about The Barnes Global Advisors and their expanded team, please visit http://www.barnesglobaladvisors.com
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Crnic Institute Awarded Anschutz Acceleration Initiative Grant for Pioneering Research Aimed at Improving the Health of Children with Down Syndrome

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Thursday, January 18, 2024

“Receiving this grant is deeply gratifying,” says Dr. Joaquín Espinosa, Professor in Pharmacology and Executive Director of the Crnic Institute.

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  • “Receiving this grant is deeply gratifying,” says Dr. Joaquín Espinosa, Professor in Pharmacology and Executive Director of the Crnic Institute.
  • “Everyone at the Crnic Institute, GLOBAL and all our Affiliates have worked so hard in the last ten years to take our remarkable findings from the Petri dish and parlay that into benefit for people with Down syndrome.
  • Key outstanding questions specific to individuals with Down syndrome will be addressed:
    What are the impacts of interferon hyperactivity during early childhood?
  • From over 165 letters of intent and ultimately 56 full proposals, 9 research projects were funded.