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BPGbio Presents Key Advances in its Oncology Pipeline related to the NAi Interrogative Biology Platform

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Friday, April 5, 2024

BPGbio, Inc., a leading biology-first AI-powered biopharma that focuses on oncology, neurology, and rare diseases, today announced the application of its NAi Interrogative Biology® Platform across several drug and diagnostic applications, following successful collaborations with Stanford University, University of Tennessee, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, and several leading hospitals across Mexico.

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  • BPGbio, Inc., a leading biology-first AI-powered biopharma that focuses on oncology, neurology, and rare diseases, today announced the application of its NAi Interrogative Biology® Platform across several drug and diagnostic applications, following successful collaborations with Stanford University, University of Tennessee, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, and several leading hospitals across Mexico.
  • The company will present four posters showcasing these research collaborations and provide updates on other internal research activities at the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Annual Meeting being held April 5-10, 2024, in San Diego, Calif.
  • This press release features multimedia.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240405006693/en/
    A graphical representation of BPGbio's NAi Interrogative Biology Platform (Graphic: Business Wire)
    New data further validating the mitochondrial-centric effect of BPM31510 on the immune system.

HCA Healthcare Names Dr. Monique Butler as President of Graduate Medical Education

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

HCA Healthcare, Inc. (NYSE:HCA), one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers, today announced that Dr. Monique Butler has been appointed president of Graduate Medical Education, effective March 1, 2024.

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  • HCA Healthcare, Inc. (NYSE:HCA), one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers, today announced that Dr. Monique Butler has been appointed president of Graduate Medical Education, effective March 1, 2024.
  • Dr. Butler succeeds Dr. Bruce Deighton who will retire from HCA Healthcare later in 2024.
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  • Dr. Butler joined HCA Healthcare in 2018 as the chief medical officer of Swedish Medical Center.

PMW Aero Announces the Addition of New Executive, James Palacios, to its Leadership Team

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

LIBERTY, S.C., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PMW Aero , a rapidly growing provider of high-quality precision machined components to the aerospace and defense community today announced the addition of James Palacios to its executive team.

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  • LIBERTY, S.C., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PMW Aero , a rapidly growing provider of high-quality precision machined components to the aerospace and defense community today announced the addition of James Palacios to its executive team.
  • Mr. Palacios brings over 35 years of aerospace experience to PMW Aero.
  • "Joining such a world class organization like PMA Aero, that is so well positioned for strategic growth in aerospace & defense industry, is an extremely exciting opportunity.
  • It is an absolute pleasure to become part of such a great team," said Palacios.

New York Times bestselling author Eric Ries to give exclusive talk in Chattanooga at The Company Lab's CO.MOBILITY Summit in May 2024

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Friday, February 23, 2024

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn., Feb. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Company Lab (CO.LAB) is thrilled to announce that Eric Ries, acclaimed entrepreneur, author, and pioneer of the Lean Startup movement, will be the keynote speaker at the upcoming CO.MOBILITY Summit on May 21st, 2024. The Summit is an annual event known for showcasing world-renowned leaders who specialize in sustainable movement of goods, people, energy, and data.

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  • CHATTANOOGA, Tenn., Feb. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Company Lab (CO.LAB) is thrilled to announce that Eric Ries , acclaimed entrepreneur, author, and pioneer of the Lean Startup movement, will be the keynote speaker at the upcoming CO.MOBILITY Summit on May 21st, 2024.
  • The Summit is an annual event known for showcasing world-renowned leaders who specialize in sustainable movement of goods, people, energy, and data.
  • "The entrepreneur ecosystem in Chattanooga is one that shouldn't be overlooked," said Ries.
  • "We are honored to welcome Eric Ries to Chattanooga for the CO.MOBILITY Summit 2024," said CO.LAB CEO Tasia Malakasis.

BOLDSQUARE BUILDING BLUEPRINT FOR AGENCY-SPECIFIC SKILLS DEVELOPMENT THROUGH PIONEERING PARTNERSHIP WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

KNOXVILLE, Tenn., Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Boldsquare, one of the South-East's fastest growing strategic communications and marketing agencies, has entered into a groundbreaking partnership with the University of Tennessee to create a new undergraduate course that will better prepare future marketing professionals for work in agencies and beyond.

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  • Independent research consistently shows that college students feel unprepared for a professional career after they graduate.
  • The newly-created residency course provides a solution through a full agency immersion for students.
  • The course offers a more effective and equitable alternative to internships, which many students can no longer afford due to cost-of-living challenges.
  • "The Boldsquare residency is a way to bridge the gap between theoretical study in university and the practical realities of the workplace.

ORISE report shows overall number of health physics degrees decreases to lowest level in decades

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

According to the report, 21 students received bachelor’s degrees with majors in health physics in 2022 and 19 in 2021—the lowest numbers of bachelor’s degrees reported since 1973, the inception of the ORISE health physics survey.

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  • According to the report, 21 students received bachelor’s degrees with majors in health physics in 2022 and 19 in 2021—the lowest numbers of bachelor’s degrees reported since 1973, the inception of the ORISE health physics survey.
  • The number of health physics master’s degrees awarded in 2022 decreased by 27 percent and 25 percent from 2021 and 2019 levels, respectively.
  • The number of doctorate degrees awarded in health physics in 2022 is the second lowest number reported since 1966.
  • Oregon State University had the largest number of health physics degrees awarded in 2021 and 2022 with 6 bachelor’s degrees and 59 master’s degrees, followed by Purdue University and the Illinois Institute of Technology.

Season 2 of "Car Wash Convos™" Features Texas Men's Basketball Forward Brock Cunningham

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ZIPS "Car Wash Convos™" is back in Austin this week with another ride-along interview featuring Texas Longhorns Men's Basketball forward, Brock Cunningham.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ZIPS "Car Wash Convos™" is back in Austin this week with another ride-along interview featuring Texas Longhorns Men's Basketball forward, Brock Cunningham.
  • Brock's episode was filmed with his host, Texas alum, Ray Villareal, during a car wash at ZIPS in Austin and was released today on YouTube and Instagram.
  • "I love sharing more of my personality with Longhorn Nation and I'm proud to represent my team and my school in this unique approach to NIL," said Brock Cunningham, Texas Longhorns forward.
  • He is currently in his sixth season on the Texas Longhorns Men's Basketball team and has played in 113 career games.

University of Nebraska, Lincoln Takes Top Honors at 22nd Annual Deloitte FanTAXtic National Case Study Competition

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A team of students from University of Nebraska, Lincoln, claimed victory at the Deloitte FanTAXtic national case study competition by presenting the best analysis on a complex, issues-driven business tax case. This year's case challenged teams to provide advice on how to structure a new business entity and help determine whether they should operate the venture as an S corporation or a C corporation. Teams were also asked to share advice on tax issues like how to calculate depreciation, when to recognize income, and how to calculate a specific business income deduction. The national finals were held Jan. 19-21 at Deloitte University, Deloitte's landmark campus for learning and leadership development in Westlake, Texas.

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A team of students from University of Nebraska, Lincoln, claimed victory at the Deloitte FanTAXtic national case study competition by presenting the best analysis on a complex, issues-driven business tax case.
  • The national finals were held Jan. 19-21 at Deloitte University, Deloitte's landmark campus for learning and leadership development in Westlake, Texas.
  • The other teams that participated were: Florida International University; San Diego State University; University at Albany; University of California, Los Angeles; University of Cincinnati; University of Florida; University of Houston; University of Illinois, Urbana – Champaign; University of Massachusetts; University of Mississippi; University of Southern California; University of Tennessee; and University of Utah.
  • Each of the 16 teams participating in the national competition won the Deloitte FanTAXtic contest in their respective U.S. regions.

Zero Networks Welcomes Adam Hofeler as VP Go to Market and Celebrates Recognition as a 2023 CRN Stellar Startup

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

Zero Networks , a leading provider of zero trust identity and network security solutions, today announced the appointment of Adam Hofeler to Vice President of Go to Market (GTM).

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  • Zero Networks , a leading provider of zero trust identity and network security solutions, today announced the appointment of Adam Hofeler to Vice President of Go to Market (GTM).
  • Notably, Zero Networks was also named to CRN’s Stellar Startups list for success in creating new opportunities for solution providers.
  • As our new VP GTM, Adam will be instrumental in expanding and further activating our community of channel partners,” said Benny Lakunishok, CEO and co-founder of Zero Networks.
  • To learn more about the Zero Networks partner program, ZEROtoSIXTY, visit https://zeronetworks.com/partner/ or watch this short video introduction to the partner portal.

'Be in Business for Yourself, Not by Yourself' with UT Haslam Franchise Certification

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

Haslam will host the Franchise Certification program from March 4 - May 7.

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  • Haslam will host the Franchise Certification program from March 4 - May 7.
  • Students learn best practices for operating a franchise business and get insider perspectives from industry professionals while networking with like-minded entrepreneurial contacts.
  • Cordell Riley, a franchising expert with nearly 30 years of experience, teaches the Franchise Certification program.
  • To become a franchiser or franchisee and build your own business as your own boss while being part of something bigger, enroll in the Franchise Certification program today.