Science policy

Press release - Belgium Presidency debriefs EP committees on priorities

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Sunday, February 4, 2024

Ministers are holding a series of meetings in parliamentary committees to present the priorities of the Belgian Presidency of the Council.Committee on Culture and EducationCommittee on DevelopmentCommittee on Economic and Monetary AffairsCommittee on Employment and Social AffairsCommittee on the Environment, Public Health and Food SafetyCommittee on Women’s Rights and Gender EqualityCommittee on the Internal Market and Consumer ProtectionCommittee on International TradeCommittee on Industry, Research and EnergyCommittee on Legal AffairsCommittee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home AffairsCommittee on Regional DevelopmentCommittee on Transport and Tourism Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

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Ministers are holding a series of meetings in parliamentary committees to present the priorities of the Belgian Presidency of the Council.Committee on Culture and EducationCommittee on DevelopmentCommittee on Economic and Monetary AffairsCommittee on Employment and Social AffairsCommittee on the Environment, Public Health and Food SafetyCommittee on Women’s Rights and Gender EqualityCommittee on the Internal Market and Consumer ProtectionCommittee on International TradeCommittee on Industry, Research and EnergyCommittee on Legal AffairsCommittee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home AffairsCommittee on Regional DevelopmentCommittee on Transport and Tourism Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Persuading businesses and people to reduce climate emissions is key to slowing climate change – research-based techniques and new approaches from the behavioral sciences can show how to do it

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023

But to achieve these large reductions, policies are needed to help drive individual change, often through government or businesses.

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  • But to achieve these large reductions, policies are needed to help drive individual change, often through government or businesses.
  • _But research in social and behavioral science for the best solutions has been lagging behind communication of climate and the physical science of it.
  • The discussion of the relationship between human behavior and climate change consisted of three panels and six speakers.

Electrification and incentives

    • The experiment raised indoor temperatures and reduced air conditioner use during the afternoon, usually a time when energy costs were high.
    • To reduce greenhouse gases significantly, Wichman said, the U.S. needs the right incentives to inspire such behavioral changes as reducing water use.
    • He also explained that, while encouraging the electrification of homes and vehicles is important, there must also be policies that promote clean electricity and discourage high-emissions behaviors.

Individuals matter in culture shifts

    • Andrew Hoffman, Holcim Professor of Sustainable Enterprise at the University of Michigan.
    • Hoffman identified policies needed to lower climate-warming emissions, including reducing corporations’ emissions and giving nature, such as rivers, legally enforceable rights.

Corporations sparking large-scale change

Labroots Hosts its 11th Annual Genetics Week Online Event, on May 16-18, 2023

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Thursday, May 11, 2023

YORBA LINDA, Calif., May 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Labroots, the leading scientific social networking website, offering premier interactive virtual events and webinars, today announced its 11th annual Genetics Week virtual event scheduled on May 16-18, 2023. This premier scientific conference focused on advancing the frontiers of science through cutting-edge research and presented by a diverse range of leading experts from academia and institutions promises to showcase the latest developments in the fields of Genetics and Genomics, Precision Medicine and Molecular Diagnostics.

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  • Thousands of conference attendees will be intrigued to learn more about health outcomes, novel therapies and advancements in health systems and personalized medicine today.
  • Day three concludes the Genetics Week event bringing even more thought-provoking discussions relevant to the discipline of molecular diagnostics.
  • Produced on Labroots' comprehensive platform, while connecting across all desktop and mobile devices, the interactive environment provides an immersive educational experience.
  • Use the hashtag #LRgenetics to follow the conversation and connect with other members of the global Genetics & Genomics community!

Consumer Reports Launches Video Series in Partnership with Kapor Foundation Highlighting Racial Bias in Algorithms

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023

OAKLAND, Calif., May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Consumer Reports in partnership with the Kapor Foundation released BAD INPUT, a video series directed by Filmmaker Alice Gu, exploring biases in algorithms and data sets and the resulting potential for harm, specifically among communities of color. The series is designed to educate consumers on the risks hidden in seemingly "neutral" technologies, with three chapters detailing examples across healthcare, mortgage lending, and facial recognition technology.

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  • OAKLAND, Calif., May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Consumer Reports in partnership with the Kapor Foundation released BAD INPUT, a video series directed by Filmmaker Alice Gu, exploring biases in algorithms and data sets and the resulting potential for harm, specifically among communities of color.
  • The series draws from experts in several fields, including medicine, finance, law, and technology, to compile a diverse mix of perspectives.
  • "Algorithms are not good, bad or neutral," said Dr. Michael Akinwumi, Chief Tech Equity Officer at the National Fair Housing Alliance and who's interviewed in the series.
  • To learn more, take action, and view the full BAD INPUT video series, visit badinput.org.

EQS-News: Abivax appoints Dr. Sheldon Sloan, M.D., as Chief Medical Officer

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Wednesday, February 22, 2023

“We are excited to welcome Sheldon at Abivax and to benefit from his vast experience to drive the clinical and medical strategy and development of our Company in the years to come, said Prof. Hartmut J. Ehrlich, M.D., CEO of Abivax.

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  • “We are excited to welcome Sheldon at Abivax and to benefit from his vast experience to drive the clinical and medical strategy and development of our Company in the years to come, said Prof. Hartmut J. Ehrlich, M.D., CEO of Abivax.
  • Further, Sheldon will be driving the strategy for future clinical development programs with obefazimod, first and foremost for Crohn’s disease.
  • Before joining Arena Pharmaceuticals, Dr. Sloan held different leadership positions at J&J in Medical Affairs, R&D, and Science Policy.
  • from Rush Medical College, Chicago, USA, and a Master of Bioethics from the University of Pennsylvania, USA.

Astec Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: ASTE) Announces the Company’s Fourth Quarter Conference Call on March 1 at 8:30 A.M. Eastern Time

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Wednesday, February 1, 2023

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn., Feb. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Astec Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:ASTE) announces conference call to review the company’s fourth quarter 2022 financial results.

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  • CHATTANOOGA, Tenn., Feb. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Astec Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:ASTE) announces conference call to review the company’s fourth quarter 2022 financial results.
  • Astec Industries, Inc. will release the company’s fourth quarter results to the wire service on Wednesday, March 1, 2023, at approximately 7:00 a.m. Eastern Time.
  • The live call will begin on Wednesday, March 1, 2023, at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time.
  • A transcript of the conference call will be available under the Events & Presentations section of the Astec Industries, Inc. website within 5 business days after the call.

New Research Finds Precision Medicine Has Reached a Global Tipping Point for Adoption

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Wednesday, January 18, 2023

PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Human Genome Project, completed nearly 20 years ago, promised an era of personalized healthcare. Now, new research reveals that precision prescribing using genetic testing has finally reached a global tipping point for adoption.

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  • Now, new research reveals that precision prescribing using genetic testing has finally reached a global tipping point for adoption.
  • We're now entering a new age where barriers have transformed into boons for PGx-enabled precision medicine."
  • PMC promotes the understanding and adoption of personalized medicine concepts, services, and products to benefit patients and health systems.
  • "This research details significant industry progress toward the clinical utilization of pharmacogenomics and personalized medicine on a population scale.

Astec Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: ASTE) Announces CEO Transition

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Friday, January 6, 2023

The Board has appointed Jaco van der Merwe to serve as President and Chief Executive Officer and as a member of the Astec Industries Board of Directors.

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  • The Board has appointed Jaco van der Merwe to serve as President and Chief Executive Officer and as a member of the Astec Industries Board of Directors.
  • Mr. van der Merwe joined Astec in 2016 as Group President and currently serves as Group President – Infrastructure Solutions, a role he assumed in 2019.
  • Prior to joining Astec in 2016, Jaco held various leadership positions with P&L responsibilities within the construction equipment industry.
  • Mr. van der Merwe commented, “It is an honor to be the CEO of Astec and I look forward to our journey together.

Rebecca A. Weyenberg Elected to the EMCOR Group, Inc. Board of Directors

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Thursday, December 15, 2022

EMCOR Group, Inc. (NYSE: EME) today announced the election by the Companys Board of Directors (the Board) of Rebecca A. Weyenberg to the Board effective December 14, 2022.

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  • EMCOR Group, Inc. (NYSE: EME) today announced the election by the Companys Board of Directors (the Board) of Rebecca A. Weyenberg to the Board effective December 14, 2022.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221215005324/en/
    Ms. Weyenberg, 59, is currently the Chief Financial Officer of Astec Industries Inc. (NASDAQ: ASTE).
  • EMCOR Group, Inc. is a Fortune 500 leader in mechanical and electrical construction services, industrial and energy infrastructure and building services.
  • Investors and potential investors are encouraged to consult the EMCOR website regularly for important information about EMCOR.

Astec Appoints New Members to Board of Directors

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Tuesday, November 8, 2022

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn., Nov. 08, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Astec Industries, Inc. (Nasdaq: ASTE) announced the companys board of directors (the Board) elected Mr. Mark Gliebe and Mr. Nalin Jain, each a new independent director, effective as of November 10, 2022.

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  • CHATTANOOGA, Tenn., Nov. 08, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Astec Industries, Inc. (Nasdaq: ASTE) announced the companys board of directors (the Board) elected Mr. Mark Gliebe and Mr. Nalin Jain, each a new independent director, effective as of November 10, 2022.
  • The election of Mr. Gliebe and Mr. Jain increases the size of the Board to 12 directors, 11 of whom are independent directors.
  • Each of Mr. Gliebe and Mr. Jain will serve as a member of the Audit Committee of the Board.
  • William Gehl, Chairman of Astecs Board of Directors, said, We are pleased to welcome Mark and Nalin to the Board.