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Clarkson University Professor Elected to New York State Board of Regents

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Friday, March 8, 2024
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POTSDAM, NY, March 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Seema Rivera, an Associate Professor of the Institute for STEM Education at Clarkson University has been elected to the New York State Board of Regents by the State Legislature.

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  • POTSDAM, NY, March 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Seema Rivera, an Associate Professor of the Institute for STEM Education at Clarkson University has been elected to the New York State Board of Regents by the State Legislature.
  • The Board of Regents is comprised of 17 members elected by the Legislature for five-year terms.
  • Rivera has served on her local school board for the past nine years, a role she will step down from to accept the Board of Regents position.
  • Rivera’s election to the New York State Board of Regents is a well-deserved recognition of the quality of her research and experience in STEM education,” said Clarkson University President Marc P. Christensen, Ph.D., P.E.

Spelman College led team awarded a $14 Million National Science Foundation grant focused on transforming the research enterprise

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
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NSF announced a $20 million investment across eight institutions through its GRANTED initiative, transforming research support access.

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  • NSF announced a $20 million investment across eight institutions through its GRANTED initiative, transforming research support access.
  • Many of the initiatives previously funded by NSF GRANTED have had a transformative impact, particularly for emerging research and minority-serving institutions.
  • "This $20 million investment through NSF's GRANTED initiative reflects our commitment to breaking down barriers in research access.
  • That’s why I partnered with Spelman College and the National Science Foundation to deliver a $14 million investment in the Atlanta University Center to expand its world-class research capabilities.

CENIC Recognizes CSU San Bernardino's High Performance Computing Program for Improving CSU Access to National Research Platform Resources

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
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The High Performance Computing Program (HPCP) at CSU San Bernardino has been selected to receive the CENIC 2024 Innovations in Networking Award for Research Applications in recognition of its work supporting faculty who wish to avail themselves of all the National Research Platform (NRP) has to offer.

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  • The High Performance Computing Program (HPCP) at CSU San Bernardino has been selected to receive the CENIC 2024 Innovations in Networking Award for Research Applications in recognition of its work supporting faculty who wish to avail themselves of all the National Research Platform (NRP) has to offer.
  • “I am delighted to extend my heartfelt congratulations to the High Performance Computing Program,” said Louis Fox, CENIC’s Chief Executive Officer.
  • Sudhakar stated, “The High Performance Computing Program at CSUSB supported by the National Research Platform and CENIC has opened up tremendous opportunities for faculty-led innovation and research at our University.
  • The High Performance Computing Program Faculty Showcase for 2023 may be viewed on YouTube .

Global Residential Water Filtration Parts & Accessories Outlook Report 2024: Market to Reach $13.88 Billion by 2029, Driven by Growing Demand for Point of Use (PoU) Systems - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, February 23, 2024
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Further, the key players in the global residential water filtration parts & accessories market are 3M, Culligan, Pentair, A.O.

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  • Further, the key players in the global residential water filtration parts & accessories market are 3M, Culligan, Pentair, A.O.
  • APAC holds the most significant share of the global residential water filtration parts & accessories market share, accounting for over 38% of the global share in 2023.
  • Multistage filtration membranes in the RO systems make it the most expensive water treatment system in the residential water filtration parts & accessories market.
  • The cartridge filter parts & accessories segment is expected to be the largest revenue segment of the global residential water filtration parts & accessories market.

Falcon Water Technologies, LSP Products Join Plumbing Manufacturers International

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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Falcon Water Technologies and LSP Products have joined Plumbing Manufacturers International as manufacturing members.

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  • Falcon Water Technologies and LSP Products have joined Plumbing Manufacturers International as manufacturing members.
  • Focused on the commercial building environment, Falcon also produces a hybrid urinal that reduces water use by 98%, Confrey said.
  • Founded by plumbers more than 40 years ago, LSP Products focuses on providing innovative products and excellent customer service to the plumbing industry.
  • LSP develops products that make installations easy and provide cost savings to plumbing and mechanical contractors in the new construction market.

Amway Launches Powerful Redesigned Water Treatment System Aimed at Strengthening Consumer Health, Boosting Sustainability

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
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Leading U.S. health and wellbeing company Amway today launched its new eSpring Water Purifier with powerful, innovative UV-C LED technology, aimed at strengthening consumer health and boosting sustainability.

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  • Leading U.S. health and wellbeing company Amway today launched its new eSpring Water Purifier with powerful, innovative UV-C LED technology, aimed at strengthening consumer health and boosting sustainability.
  • As the world’s number-one selling home water treatment system, the eSpring Water Purifier’s latest technology includes UV-C LEDs that use multiple laser beams to eliminate harmful microorganisms and contaminants by up to 99.99%.
  • This groundbreaking redesign is the latest testament to more than 40 years of water treatment innovation at Amway.
  • In 2018, the company also earned a Water Quality Association Gold Seal for its superb consumer water treatment products.

Join the Navy SEAL Foundation for a Special Evening of Tribute

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Saturday, March 9, 2024
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DALLAS, March 9, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Navy SEAL Foundation (NSF) is thrilled to announce the second annual NSF Dallas-Fort Worth Evening of Tribute, scheduled for Thursday, April 25, 2024, at 6:00 pm Central Time. Proceeds from this extraordinary event will help support the Foundation's specially tailored programs for the Naval Special Warfare (NSW) community and its families.

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  • The Navy SEAL Foundation announces its second annual Dallas-Fort Worth Evening of Tribute to be held on April 25, 2024, at 6:00 pm Central Time
    DALLAS, March 9, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Navy SEAL Foundation (NSF) is thrilled to announce the second annual NSF Dallas-Fort Worth Evening of Tribute, scheduled for Thursday, April 25, 2024, at 6:00 pm Central Time.
  • Proceeds from this extraordinary event will help support the Foundation's specially tailored programs for the Naval Special Warfare (NSW) community and its families.
  • For more information or to speak with the Navy SEAL Foundation's regional development director, Erin Machina, please call 469-629-1189 or email [email protected] .
  • Join NSF in Dallas and honor and support our most elite warriors, their families, and the families of our fallen heroes.

Navy SEAL Foundation Raises Nearly $6,000,000, Salutes Award Honorees at Annual NYC Benefit Dinner

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Friday, March 8, 2024
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VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Navy SEAL Foundation (NSF), a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing critical support for the warriors, veterans, and families of Naval Special Warfare (NSW), hosted its largest benefit event of the year, both in fundraising and attendance, on Thursday at the NYC Marriott Marquis. More than 1,100 guests attended the annual New York City dinner, which raised nearly $6,000,000 for life-changing support and resources for the Navy SEAL community. The Foundation also honored recipients of its prestigious NSF Patriot and Fire in the Gut awards while recognizing generous donors who allow NSF to offer crucial care and programs.

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  • More than 1,100 guests attended the annual New York City dinner, which raised nearly $6,000,000 for life-changing support and resources for the Navy SEAL community.
  • "The sacrifices made by the Navy SEAL community to protect our freedoms are immeasurable," said Doug Petno, Co-CEO of Global Banking.
  • "We're deeply grateful for the unwavering support of our partners and donors, whose contributions are the cornerstone of the assistance we provide the Navy SEAL community," said Robin King, CEO of the Navy SEAL Foundation.
  • The Navy SEAL Foundation provides more than thirty essential programs supporting the NSW community and those transitioning to careers in the civilian sector.

National Air and Space Museum Prepares Activities and Educational Resources for April's Solar Eclipse

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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Beginning in late March, the museum will hand out limited supplies of solar eclipse glasses at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C., and its Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, Virginia.

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  • Beginning in late March, the museum will hand out limited supplies of solar eclipse glasses at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C., and its Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, Virginia.
  • Solar eclipse glasses are provided by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) and NASA.
  • On April 8, the museum will host the " Solar Eclipse Festival on the National Mall " in Washington, D.C.
  • The National Air and Space Museum is part of the Smithsonian Institution and has locations in Washington, D.C., and Chantilly, Virginia.

NATIONAL SLEEP FOUNDATION SAYS TEENS' SLEEP HEALTH AND MENTAL HEALTH STRONGLY LINKED

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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WASHINGTON, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- To kick off Sleep Awareness Week® 2024 (March 10-16), the National Sleep Foundation (NSF) released new findings from their annual Sleep in America® Poll. This year focused on exploring the important connection between sleep health and mental health in American teens. Results from this first-of-its-kind study in teens found that healthy sleep behaviors are closely linked to mental health in teens. In fact, nearly 80% of teens who earn a grade of 'B' or higher for practicing healthy sleep behaviors are also free of significant depressive symptoms.

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  • This year focused on exploring the important connection between sleep health and mental health in American teens.
  • Results from this first-of-its-kind study in teens found that healthy sleep behaviors are closely linked to mental health in teens.
  • Importantly, these results expand the base of knowledge about the connection between sleep health and mental health in the American public.
  • Also during Sleep Awareness Week 2024, NSF will be holding a Congressional Briefing entitled Sleep Health is Mental Health, on Wednesday, March 13.