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MelliCell Inc. Awarded Competitive Grant from the U.S. National Science Foundation

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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NEWTON, Mass., March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MelliCell Inc. has been awarded a U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) grant for $275,000 to conduct research and development (R&D) work on "Industrial Scale Technology for Drug Development in Mature Human Fat Cells." This project underscores MelliCell's commitment to revolutionizing obesity treatment by leveraging cellular-level insights to address the root causes of this global health challenge. The company's innovative approach promises to improve patient outcomes by tapping into the therapeutic potential of mature human fat cells.

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  • NEWTON, Mass., March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MelliCell Inc. has been awarded a U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) grant for $275,000 to conduct research and development (R&D) work on "Industrial Scale Technology for Drug Development in Mature Human Fat Cells."
  • The company's innovative approach promises to improve patient outcomes by tapping into the therapeutic potential of mature human fat cells.
  • Once a small business is awarded a Phase I grant, it becomes eligible to apply for Phase II funding and additional supplements totaling up to $2 million.
  • To learn more about how NSF helps unlock future technologies for national and societal impact, visit: https://beta.nsf.gov/tip/latest .

Free Online Summit to Reveal Common Toxins Found in Homes and Ways to Reduce Them April 22-28, 2024

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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WHITEHOUSE STATION, N.J., March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- We often think that nutrition, exercise, and a healthy lifestyle are the keys to wellness. But what if our internal home environment also greatly affects our longevity and health more than we realize?

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  • But what if our internal home environment also greatly affects our longevity and health more than we realize?
  • "Homes that are not properly maintained and cleaned for toxins can lead to a plethora of problems that contribute to health issues.
  • Fortunately, changes to your living and working environment can provide you with the opportunity to improve your health and prevent disease."
  • Join the experts April 22-28, 2024, to discover how to create a home for you and your family that fosters health and promotes a healthier planet!

D2L and Sinclair Community College Launch Free K-12 Cybersecurity Course

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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TORONTO, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - D2L, a global learning technology company, has launched a free K-12 Cybersecurity course, in partnership with Sinclair Community College, to help meet commitments outlined during the White House's Cybersecurity Summit for K-12 Schools .

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  • TORONTO, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - D2L, a global learning technology company, has launched a free K-12 Cybersecurity course, in partnership with Sinclair Community College, to help meet commitments outlined during the White House's Cybersecurity Summit for K-12 Schools .
  • The free cybersecurity course is designed to help meet the unique needs of K-12 school system leaders in understanding and responding to the growing cybersecurity threat.
  • "Both D2L and Sinclair Community College attended the White House Cybersecurity Summit for K-12 Schools in August and are thrilled to partner on this free cybersecurity course," said Kyle Jones, Information Technology Chair at Sinclair Community College.
  • Sinclair Community College has been a D2L Brightspace customer since 2012 and is a leader in undergraduate education, offering 20+ degrees, certificates, and programs in information technology and cyber security.

Davis College Receives Excellence in Cybersecurity Designation by the National Security Agency

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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"The multi-disciplinary approach that will be created by Davis College of Business & Technology will build crucial cybersecurity competencies for cybersecurity professionals who will serve the nation as future cybersecurity professionals," said Dr. Memee Joking, commandant of NSA's National Cryptologic University, which houses the National Centers for Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity Program.

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  • "The multi-disciplinary approach that will be created by Davis College of Business & Technology will build crucial cybersecurity competencies for cybersecurity professionals who will serve the nation as future cybersecurity professionals," said Dr. Memee Joking, commandant of NSA's National Cryptologic University, which houses the National Centers for Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity Program.
  • "The CAE-CD designation is a validation of Davis College's commitment to excellence in cybersecurity education.
  • "Davis College is committed to meeting current and future workforce demands with excellence," said Dr. Mini Zeng, director of JU's Center for Cybersecurity.
  • The National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity (NCAE-C) program is managed by NSA's National Cryptologic School.

Ericsson deepens U.S. engagement by establishing Ericsson Federal Technologies Group

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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The U.S. Government (USG)'s digital transformation intends to accelerate innovation by focusing on the speedy adoption of commercial technologies.

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  • The U.S. Government (USG)'s digital transformation intends to accelerate innovation by focusing on the speedy adoption of commercial technologies.
  • As the market leader in 5G, Ericsson recognizes the importance of a continued commitment to customers, investments in new technologies to continuously improve services, and the responsibility to national security.
  • Yossi Cohen, President and Head of Ericsson North America, says: "Connecting individuals, businesses, and national security depends on secure, reliable, and resilient 5G infrastructure.
  • Ericsson meets USG requirements for 5G networks, including support for Open RAN-ready technologies and equipment Made in the USA* from its Texas-based USA 5G Smart Factory.

Overeating and starving both damage the liver: Cavefish provide new insight into fatty liver disease

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
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KANSAS CITY, Mo., March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Fatty liver, which can lead to liver damage and disease, can occur from both overeating and starvation. Now, new research shows how naturally starvation-resistant cavefish, unlike other animals, are able to protect their liver and remain healthy. The findings have implications for understanding and potentially addressing liver conditions in humans.

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  • KANSAS CITY, Mo., March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Fatty liver, which can lead to liver damage and disease, can occur from both overeating and starvation.
  • Now, new research shows how naturally starvation-resistant cavefish, unlike other animals, are able to protect their liver and remain healthy.
  • "We have discovered for the first time an organism – cavefish—that can avoid fatty liver under starvation conditions," said Cobham.
  • "Fatty liver can result in complications like liver cirrhosis and liver failure.

Burkland Launches Dedicated Services for Clean Energy Startups

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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SAN FRANCISCO, March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Burkland, a full-service fractional CFO, HR, accounting, and tax provider, today announces a new dedicated specialty practice team designed to meet the needs of startups in clean energy. Accounting and financial experts are helping these newly founded companies grow, with strategies tailored to their unique needs and requirements, such as guidance on how to navigate fundraising complexities and manage government grants.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Burkland , a full-service fractional CFO, HR, accounting, and tax provider, today announces a new dedicated specialty practice team designed to meet the needs of startups in clean energy.
  • "Many Burkland clients are hard at work innovating in clean energy, and several have already been recipients of government funds," said Emily Felicelli, Burkland Clean Energy/Grant Accounting Division Lead.
  • "Many Burkland clients are hard at work innovating in clean energy, and several have already been recipients of government funds," said Emily Felicelli , Burkland Clean Energy/Grant Accounting Division Lead.
  • Additional clean energy focus areas for Burkland clients include:
    Burkland experts work with startups across a spectrum of industries, including SaaS, Healthcare, Consumer, Clean Energy, and Fintech, focusing on helping founders succeed.

Linux Foundation and US Government to Host "6G Innovation Day" at ONE Summit in Silicon Valley on Open Source, Open RAN and AI Efforts

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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SAN FRANCISCO, March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Linux Foundation Networking (LFN) , the de-facto collaboration ecosystem for Open Source Networking projects, has announced OpenGovCon 6G Innovation Day , taking place Wednesday, May 1 in San Jose, Calif., co-located with Open Networking & Edge (ONE) Summit 2024.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Linux Foundation Networking (LFN) , the de-facto collaboration ecosystem for Open Source Networking projects, has announced OpenGovCon 6G Innovation Day , taking place Wednesday, May 1 in San Jose, Calif., co-located with Open Networking & Edge (ONE) Summit 2024.
  • 6G Innovation Day is a focused experience built to accelerate and harmonize various networking and edge initiatives across public-private domains through roundtable discussions, lightning talks, and hands-on experiences.
  • "We are pleased to gather thought leaders from across US government agencies & commercial partners working to advance Open RAN and AI," said Arpit Joshipura, general manager, Networking, Edge and IoT, the Linux Foundation.
  • "Looking towards NextG through the lens of Open RAN and AI, it's imperative we work together to ensure secure infrastructure and agile development."

Space Resources Startup Interlune Raises $18 Million in Seed Capital

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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SEATTLE, March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Interlune, a natural resources company, emerged from stealth today, announcing that it has raised funding to further develop and operationalize technology to extract Helium-3 and other natural resources from the Moon. The funding is an essential milestone for Interlune in pursuing its mission to lead the world in sustainable, responsible harvesting and distribution of natural resources from space to benefit humanity.

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  • The funding is an essential milestone for Interlune in pursuing its mission to lead the world in sustainable, responsible harvesting and distribution of natural resources from space to benefit humanity.
  • Alexis Ohanian's venture firm Seven Seven Six led the most recent round of $15 million, adding to previous angel investments.
  • Katelin Holloway, founding partner of Seven Seven Six, will join the Interlune board of directors.
  • "For the first time in history, harvesting natural resources from the Moon is technologically and economically feasible," said Meyerson.

Theromics Inc. Receives National Science Foundation Grant for Innovative Ablation Therapy Technology

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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WEST BRIDGEWATER, Mass., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Theromics Inc., a leading developer of products for the interventional oncology and interventional radiology markets, has announced the receipt of a $1M STTR Phase II grant from the National Science Foundation. The funding will support further studies of the company's innovative technology, HeatSYNC™, a nano-polymer gel designed to enhance the effectiveness of ablation therapy of abnormal tissue and allow controlled delivery of drugs directly into soft tissue with reduced side effects.

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  • WEST BRIDGEWATER, Mass., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Theromics Inc ., a leading developer of products for the interventional oncology and interventional radiology markets, has announced the receipt of a $1M STTR Phase II grant from the National Science Foundation.
  • The funding will support further studies of the company's innovative technology, HeatSYNC™, a nano-polymer gel designed to enhance the effectiveness of ablation therapy of abnormal tissue and allow controlled delivery of drugs directly into soft tissue with reduced side effects.
  • Damian Dupuy, MD, co-founder and chief medical officer of Theromics, will oversee ablation procedures at the various institutions.
  • Dr. Dupuy has over two hundred publications in professional journals and is one of the pioneers in image-guided thermal ablation.