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Harry K. Wong Publications Shares the Passing of Education Icon and Its Founder, Harry K. Wong

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
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It is with the greatest sadness that Harry K. Wong Publications announces the passing of the legendary educator Dr. Harry K. Wong.

Key Points: 
  • It is with the greatest sadness that Harry K. Wong Publications announces the passing of the legendary educator Dr. Harry K. Wong.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240229182725/en/
    At the start of his career, it was difficult to tell Harry Wong from his high school students.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    A new teacher advocate, Harry K. Wong was passionate about helping teachers be the most effective they could be for their students.
  • Harry K. Wong was a colleague to all and a true friend of education.

LG BEGINS U.S. ROLLOUT OF 2024 OLED evo TV LINEUP

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics USA today announced pricing and availability of its 2024 OLED evo TV lineup featuring the most advanced range of LG OLED evo TVs to-date. The LG OLED evo G4 Series and LG OLED evo C4 Series will be available for pre-order at LG.com beginning today (shipping expected in late March) featuring exclusive pre-order offers and available later at LG-authorized retailers. Additional models will be announced at a later date.

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  • The LG OLED evo C4 features an upgraded ultra-slim design, blending into the background with an almost invisible bezel for a seamless look.
  • When users are finished watching, the LG OLED evo C4 can blend into any space and display paintings, photos, and other content.
  • 4 Purchase select LG OLED evo G4 Series TV with a SG10TY Soundbar or LG OLED evo C4 Series TV with a SC9S Soundbar in a single transaction on http://www.LG.com/us between February 26, 2024 and March 17, 2024 and receive 25% off Soundbar purchase price as bundle discount.
  • 5 Based on LG internal testing: 55/65/77/83" LG OLED evo G4 models with Brightness Booster Max are 150% brighter than the Peak Brightness of OLED B4 models.

Center for Lyme Action Applauds New National Vector Borne Disease Strategy

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Center for Lyme Action , a leading nonprofit dedicated to increasing federal funding for Lyme disease research, applauds the new U.S. Department of Health and Human Services National Public Health Strategy to Prevent and Control Vector-Borne Diseases in People (VBD National Strategy) for its emphasis on improving diagnostics and therapies for Lyme and tick-borne disease.

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  • WASHINGTON, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Center for Lyme Action , a leading nonprofit dedicated to increasing federal funding for Lyme disease research, applauds the new U.S. Department of Health and Human Services National Public Health Strategy to Prevent and Control Vector-Borne Diseases in People (VBD National Strategy) for its emphasis on improving diagnostics and therapies for Lyme and tick-borne disease.
  • The most common vector-borne disease is Lyme disease which has been reported in every U.S. state.
  • "The recently announced Vector-Borne Disease National Strategy is a major milestone which provides a critical roadmap for Congress to direct and fund executive branch actions for prevention, detection, and finding a cure for Lyme and tick-borne conditions,"  said Bonnie Crater, co-founder and board member of Center for Lyme Action.
  • "Center for Lyme Action urges Congress to learn more about the national strategy and continue to prioritize funding for rapid development of reliable and affordable diagnostics and therapies," said Jeff Crater, co-founder and board member of Center for Lyme Action.

BOOKING.COM UNVEILS NEW AD CAMPAIGN, FEATURING TINA FEY, ENCOURAGING TRAVELERS TO EMBRACE THE BOOKING.YEAH FEELING AND 'BOOK WHOEVER YOU WANT TO BE'

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Friday, February 2, 2024
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NEW YORK, Feb. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Booking.com, the global leader in connecting travelers with the widest choice of incredible places to stay, is launching a new ad campaign to show that you can "book whoever you want to be" on vacation. The campaign, featuring award-winning American actor, producer and writer Tina Fey marks the continuation of the successful Booking.yeah campaign that will debut live during the "big game" on February 11. A sneak peek of the ad can be found on YouTube.com/Bookingcom.

Key Points: 
  • The campaign, featuring award-winning American actor, producer and writer Tina Fey marks the continuation of the successful Booking.yeah campaign that will debut live during the "big game" on February 11.
  • A sneak peek of the ad can be found on YouTube.com/Bookingcom .
  • The talented Tina Fey and surprising cameos by Glenn Close, Jane Krakowski and Jack McBrayer helped bring the creative to life in a fun, optimistic, comedic way that resonates with American travelers."
  • For more information on travel offerings, including Early 2024 Deals with discounts starting at 15%, visit Booking.com or download the Booking.com app.

NBME Awards Grant to Albright College’s STEMM Education Program

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Tuesday, January 2, 2024
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TExpL’s innovative approach prepares teachers for the new Pennsylvania Department of Education Science, Technology, Engineering, Environment, Literacy, Sustainability (STEELS) standards, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to deliver high-quality STEMM education.

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  • TExpL’s innovative approach prepares teachers for the new Pennsylvania Department of Education Science, Technology, Engineering, Environment, Literacy, Sustainability (STEELS) standards, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to deliver high-quality STEMM education.
  • NBME’s grant will help develop and implement graduate level courses through TExpL at Albright College that serve as a crucial component of this transformative work.
  • “In addition to its focus on teacher training and pedagogical transformation, the grant project seeks to address the national shortage of STEMM teachers, particularly in urban districts.
  • It sparks students’ interest in STEMM and inspires and rejuvenates teachers, making the profession more rewarding and fulfilling.”
    NBME’s support of Albright College’s program through its grant adds to its community collaborations and contributions to medical education and assessment research, learner support, pathway programs and health equity.

Human Machine Interface Market worth $7.7 billion by 2028 - Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023
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The embedded configuration is expected to account for the largest share of the HMI market during the forecast period.

Key Points: 
  • The embedded configuration is expected to account for the largest share of the HMI market during the forecast period.
  • Embedded HMIs are integrated directly into the control systems or devices they serve, eliminating the need for separate hardware and reducing complexity.
  • The human machine interface industry is expected to witness the highest growth in the Asia Pacific region.
  • The report profiles key players in human machine interface companies such as Rockwell Automation (US), Siemens (Germany), Schneider Electric (France), ABB (Switzerland), and Honeywell International Inc. (US).

Human Machine Interface Market worth $7.7 billion by 2028 - Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023
DIN rail, MES, Rockwell Automation, Remote terminal unit, Internet of things, SCADA, Voice recognition, LCD, Maintenance, Tablet, PLC, Virtual reality, Digital signage, Panel, Safety, Navigation, Programmable logic controller, Engineering, HMIS, Research, User interface, Growth, Data, Hardware, Electronics, DCS, Component, Process, Digital, Honeywell, Schneider Electric, ABB, HMI, Engine, Operational definition, Oil, Video game, Television, Region, Geography, Brightness, Indirect, Application, Education, Sport, Software

The embedded configuration is expected to account for the largest share of the HMI market during the forecast period.

Key Points: 
  • The embedded configuration is expected to account for the largest share of the HMI market during the forecast period.
  • Embedded HMIs are integrated directly into the control systems or devices they serve, eliminating the need for separate hardware and reducing complexity.
  • The human machine interface industry is expected to witness the highest growth in the Asia Pacific region.
  • The report profiles key players in human machine interface companies such as Rockwell Automation (US), Siemens (Germany), Schneider Electric (France), ABB (Switzerland), and Honeywell International Inc. (US).

Olympus Announces Market Launch of EVIS X1™ Endoscopy System

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Thursday, October 19, 2023
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CENTER VALLEY, Pa., Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Olympus Corporation, a global medical technology company committed to making people's lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling, announced today the market launch of its next-generation EVIS X1™ endoscopy system, which will be on display and demonstrated Oct. 22-24 during the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) annual meeting in Vancouver, Canada.

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  • The EVIS X1 endoscopy system received clearance earlier this year along with two compatible endoscopes: the GIF-1100 gastrointestinal videoscope indicated for use within the upper digestive tract and the CF-HQ1100DL/I colonovideoscope indicated for use within the lower digestive tract.
  • These are adjunctive tools for endoscopic examination that can be used to supplement Olympus white light imaging.
  • The addition of new imaging technologies in the EVIS X1 endoscopy system may help physicians to visualize these abnormalities.
  • Olympus' portfolio includes endoscopes, laparoscopes, and video imaging systems, as well as surgical energy devices, system integration solutions, medical services, and a wide range of endotherapy instruments.

IDTechEx Asks if 3D Technology is Envisioned for Automotive Displays

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Thursday, October 19, 2023
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Unlike 2D or conventional stereoscopic techniques, the aforementioned 3D technologies offer the viewer true depth cues to the objects it displays.

Key Points: 
  • Unlike 2D or conventional stereoscopic techniques, the aforementioned 3D technologies offer the viewer true depth cues to the objects it displays.
  • All these techniques are illusions and are a reason why stereoscopic 3D technology has so far not been successful in reaching the mass market.
  • For this reason, several display companies are studying the use of true 3D technology, such as LFDs and CGH.
  • For more details on the automotive display market, please see the IDTechEx market report, "Automotive Displays 2024-2034: Technologies, Players, Opportunities" at www.IDTechEx.com/AutoDisplays .

IDTechEx Asks if 3D Technology is Envisioned for Automotive Displays

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Thursday, October 19, 2023
HUD, 3D, GPS, TFT-LCD, Sadi Carnot (statesman), US, Illusion, 2D, CID, Original equipment manufacturer, Players, Augmented reality, Growth, CGH, Eye, VAC, Holography, TFT-LCD (Flat Panel) Antitrust Litigation, London, OLED, Aircraft, AR, Brightness, Video game, Medical imaging, Television, Satellite navigation device, HUD (video gaming)

Unlike 2D or conventional stereoscopic techniques, the aforementioned 3D technologies offer the viewer true depth cues to the objects it displays.

Key Points: 
  • Unlike 2D or conventional stereoscopic techniques, the aforementioned 3D technologies offer the viewer true depth cues to the objects it displays.
  • All these techniques are illusions and are a reason why stereoscopic 3D technology has so far not been successful in reaching the mass market.
  • For this reason, several display companies are studying the use of true 3D technology, such as LFDs and CGH.
  • For more details on the automotive display market, please see the IDTechEx market report, "Automotive Displays 2024-2034: Technologies, Players, Opportunities" at www.IDTechEx.com/AutoDisplays .