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AIkido Pharma Executes Licensing Agreement with University of Maryland for Antiviral Compounds, Including COVID-19

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Tuesday, April 21, 2020
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NEW YORK, April 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --AIkido Pharma Inc. (Nasdaq: AIKI) ("AIkido" or the "Company") today announcedthat on April 13, 2020, the Company executed a Master License Agreement (the "License Agreement") with the University of Maryland, Baltimore ("UMB").

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  • NEW YORK, April 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --AIkido Pharma Inc. (Nasdaq: AIKI) ("AIkido" or the "Company") today announcedthat on April 13, 2020, the Company executed a Master License Agreement (the "License Agreement") with the University of Maryland, Baltimore ("UMB").
  • The compounds seek to inhibit replication of multiple viruses, including Influenza virus, SARS-CoV, MERS-CoV, Ebolavirus and Marburg virus.
  • The technology is covered by two patent applications already on file with the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
  • Mr. Anthony Hayes, CEO of AIkido, stated, "We are excited to move forward with this new antiviral platform.

Gold Standard Diagnostics COVID-19 Antibody Tests Now Available

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Friday, April 17, 2020
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The Gold Standard Diagnostics Group (GSD) including Gold Standard Diagnostics Inc., VIROTECH Diagnostics GmbH, and NovaTec Immundiagnostica GmbH today announced the immediate availability of three different serological assays for detection of antibodies against the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2.

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  • The Gold Standard Diagnostics Group (GSD) including Gold Standard Diagnostics Inc., VIROTECH Diagnostics GmbH, and NovaTec Immundiagnostica GmbH today announced the immediate availability of three different serological assays for detection of antibodies against the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2.
  • Working with talented scientists who always put the patient first, and never compromise on quality has allowed Gold Standard Diagnostics to fast track high quality antibody assays to support global COVID-19 testing efforts.
  • Gold Standard Diagnostics, Group is a clinical diagnostics group comprised of Gold Standard Diagnostics Inc., VIROTECH Diagnostics GmbH, and NovaTec Immundiagnostica GmbH.
  • Gold Standard Diagnostics is a member of the Eurofins Technologies group of companies.

Nordson EFD Helps Medical Manufacturers Meet Growing Demand for COVID-19 Treatment and Diagnostic Devices

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Thursday, April 9, 2020
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Nordson EFD , a Nordson company (NASDAQ: NDSN ), the worlds leading precision fluid dispensing systems manufacturer, is dedicated to helping manufacturers increase production capacity to meet the growing demand for medical devices used to treat and test for symptoms of the novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2).

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  • Nordson EFD , a Nordson company (NASDAQ: NDSN ), the worlds leading precision fluid dispensing systems manufacturer, is dedicated to helping manufacturers increase production capacity to meet the growing demand for medical devices used to treat and test for symptoms of the novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2).
  • Nordson EFD recommended its E3 automated dispensing systems and Performus X100 fluid dispensers for fast, easy setup and programming.
  • Four robots left three days after the customer contacted us, said Daniel J. Marco, application specialist at Nordson EFD.
  • Nordson EFD is dedicated to helping manufacturers meet the growing demand for medical devices required to help people during this pandemic.

Semantic Visons: Visualizing the Spread of COVID-19 in Global Online Media

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Thursday, April 9, 2020
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PRAGUE, April 9, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Czech-based data analytics and risk assessment firm Semantic Visions (SV) has released to YouTube a dramatic geospatial visualization of the spread of the novel Coronavirus in the world's online media.

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  • PRAGUE, April 9, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Czech-based data analytics and risk assessment firm Semantic Visions (SV) has released to YouTube a dramatic geospatial visualization of the spread of the novel Coronavirus in the world's online media.
  • "This visualization not only mirrors the spread of the disease itself, but our data shows exactly how the coronavirus story was presented in national and regional media outlets as the pandemic grew," explains CEO Frantisek Vrabel.
  • "Our data and analysis have uncovered a trove of information related to the spread of the virus," said Vrabel.
  • SV has over 15 years of experience in OSINT data collection and is one of the very few organizations capable of delivering an overarching view of the global online media landscape.

 Renowned Live Event Professionals from the Entertainment Industry Response (EIR) to Provide Emergency Relief Services to Combat COVID-19

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Thursday, April 9, 2020
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The Entertainment Industry Response (EIR) is a broad collection of the leading professionals and companies with expertise in entertainment production.

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  • The Entertainment Industry Response (EIR) is a broad collection of the leading professionals and companies with expertise in entertainment production.
  • EIR is a one-stop-shop for state and local government, hospitals, cities or anyone else who might need the services that we can provide.
  • There is a single point of contact per installation that will oversee the project and will coordinate efforts on the ground.
  • The Entertainment Industry Response is a collective of entertainment professionals with resources, supplies, and crew to aid local governments in the fight against the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

IL Congresswoman Bustos, Peoria City/County Health Department Medical Director, Dr. Gregg Stoner Discuss Concerns of Older Adults in COVID-19 Telephone Town Hall

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Wednesday, April 8, 2020
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WHO: IL Congresswoman Cheri Bustos (D-17),Peoria City/County Health Department Medical Director and Chief Medical Officer for Heartland Health Services Dr. Gregg Stoner, AARP State Director Bob Gallo, AARP Volunteer State President Rosanna Marquez and more than 20,000 older adults in Illinois.

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  • WHO: IL Congresswoman Cheri Bustos (D-17),Peoria City/County Health Department Medical Director and Chief Medical Officer for Heartland Health Services Dr. Gregg Stoner, AARP State Director Bob Gallo, AARP Volunteer State President Rosanna Marquez and more than 20,000 older adults in Illinois.
  • WHAT: Telephone Town Hall for thousands of seniors across the 17th Illinois Congressional District to engage directly with the Congresswoman Bustos and Dr. Gregg Stonerabout questions and growing concerns about health, wellness and service offerings in response to the novel Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19).
  • A limited number of dial-in numbers are available for members of the media.
  • Please contact Vikki Ortiz at [email protected] if you are interested.

Tauriga Sciences Inc. and Aegea Biotechnologies Inc. Enter into Collaboration Agreement to Develop a Rapid, Multiplexed Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Test Designed to Exhibit Superior Performance

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Tuesday, April 7, 2020
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It is also designed to be multiplexed and will internally verify the presence of the virus when it is present.

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  • It is also designed to be multiplexed and will internally verify the presence of the virus when it is present.
  • There are several important global health benefits of developing a rapid, multiplexed novel coronavirus test.
  • Tauriga Sciences, Inc. (TAUG) is a revenue generating, diversified life sciences company, engaged in several major business activities and initiatives.
  • The second one relates to a collaboration agreement with Aegea Biotechnologies Inc. for the co-development of a rapid, multiplexed, Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) test with superior sensitivity and selectivity.

Ellevate Network Squads Applications Now Open for Special Cycle on Leading Through Uncertainty

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Tuesday, April 7, 2020
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NEW YORK, April 7, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Ellevate Network, the leading community for women at work, has announced a new cycle of its Squads program , focused on Leading Through Uncertainty, amid the novel coronavirus outbreak.

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  • NEW YORK, April 7, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Ellevate Network, the leading community for women at work, has announced a new cycle of its Squads program , focused on Leading Through Uncertainty, amid the novel coronavirus outbreak.
  • Ellevate Squads are small, diverse groups of women at similar points in their career.
  • After a successful launch in October 2017 and six program cycles completed, the Ellevate Squads program has proven to provide tangible value to women in the Ellevate community.
  • Applications for Ellevate Squads are currently open and will close on April 23.

Compass Diversified Holdings Issues Shareholder Letter

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Thursday, April 2, 2020
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WESTPORT, Conn., April 02, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Compass Diversified Holdings (NYSE: CODI) (CODI or the Company), an owner of leading middle market businesses, today issued a letter to its shareholders providing a business update amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

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  • WESTPORT, Conn., April 02, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Compass Diversified Holdings (NYSE: CODI) (CODI or the Company), an owner of leading middle market businesses, today issued a letter to its shareholders providing a business update amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
  • In this truly unprecedented time, we hope this letter finds you and your families safe and healthy.
  • Like so many of you, we have been closely monitoring developments related to the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
  • Our unique permanent capital structure, disciplined approach to investing and diversified group of companies give us flexibility to take the unexpected in stride.

Bad Habits Get In The Way of Staying Healthy During COVID-19, Survey Finds

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Thursday, April 2, 2020
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The prevalence of these habits underscores the ease with which viruses such as the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) can spread quickly throughout communities.

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  • The prevalence of these habits underscores the ease with which viruses such as the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) can spread quickly throughout communities.
  • Additionally, over 45% confessed to sleeping next to their phones - whose surfaces tend to be another way the virus is spreading.
  • Bad Habits That Aren't Helping Americans' Overall Health: 55% of Americans confessed to getting less than seven hours of sleep per night.
  • Bad Habits That Affect Americans' Long Term Health: 53% of Americans don't visit the doctor for yearly checkups, with this being more common among men over women.