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Verizon Innovative Learning reaches 7 million students nationwide to tackle digital divide

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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BASKING RIDGE, N.J., March 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Verizon announced that Verizon Innovative Learning , the company’s award-winning education initiative focused on supporting digital equity and inclusion for students nationwide, has reached seven million students with digital skills training.

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  • BASKING RIDGE, N.J., March 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Verizon announced that Verizon Innovative Learning , the company’s award-winning education initiative focused on supporting digital equity and inclusion for students nationwide, has reached seven million students with digital skills training.
  • That’s why, over a decade ago, Verizon Innovative Learning was launched to address barriers to digital inclusion in Title I schools.
  • “For over 11 years, it has been our commitment to ensure students are provided equal access to digital technology and next-gen tools.
  • In addition to supporting Title I schools across the U.S. with access to technology and innovative learning programs, Verizon also provides educators nationwide with access to tools to help bring new ways of learning into their classrooms through Verizon Innovative Learning HQ .

Exelon Announces Executive Leadership Changes

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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Exelon (Nasdaq, EXC) announced today that Mike Innocenzo, currently president and chief executive officer of Exelon subsidiary PECO, has been promoted to executive vice president and chief operating officer of Exelon, reporting to Exelon President and Chief Executive Officer Calvin Butler.

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  • Exelon (Nasdaq, EXC) announced today that Mike Innocenzo, currently president and chief executive officer of Exelon subsidiary PECO, has been promoted to executive vice president and chief operating officer of Exelon, reporting to Exelon President and Chief Executive Officer Calvin Butler.
  • Dave Velazquez, currently Exelon executive vice president of Utility Operations and Technology, will succeed Innocenzo as president and chief executive officer of PECO, Pennsylvania’s largest electric and natural gas delivery company serving nearly 1.7 million electric customers and more than 548,000 natural gas customers in southeastern Pennsylvania.
  • He joined Exelon in 2016 at the merger of Exelon and Pepco Holdings, assuming the role of PHI president and CEO.
  • Galambos has held several leadership roles at Exelon since joining the company in 2012 as part of Constellation and BGE’s merger into Exelon.

International Barcode of Life will change the world

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
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Capable of making species identification faster, more accurate, and less expensive than previous methods, the technology underpins a global effort to catalogue all life on Earth.

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  • Capable of making species identification faster, more accurate, and less expensive than previous methods, the technology underpins a global effort to catalogue all life on Earth.
  • The Franklin Institute , an organization dedicated to promoting science and innovation, has awarded Benjamin Franklin medals since 1824 to world-changing scientists, engineers, inventors, and industrialists.
  • DNA barcoding technology has literally changed how we see and know life on Earth,” said Dr. Rene Van Acker, interim vice-president research.
  • “Through the CBG, our students learn innovative analytical and technical skills, positioning them as trailblazers in biodiversity research to improve life and secure bright futures in science.”

The Franklin Institute Celebrates 200 Years of Recognizing Excellence in Science and Technology with Announcement of 2024 Franklin Institute Awards Laureates

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
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As part of its bicentennial celebrations, The Franklin Institute proudly announces the laureates of the 200th year of the Awards Program.

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  • As part of its bicentennial celebrations, The Franklin Institute proudly announces the laureates of the 200th year of the Awards Program.
  • Since its inception, The Franklin Institute Awards Program has honored the most influential scientists, engineers, and inventors who have significantly advanced science and technology.
  • Bank of America returns in 2024 as the Presenting Sponsor of The Franklin Institute Awards Ceremony and Dinner for the 22nd consecutive year.
  • For more information about The Franklin Institute Awards Program and the 2024 laureates, please visit fi.edu/awards.

Syngenta Group announces Mary-Dell Chilton awarded National Medal of Technology and Innovation

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Monday, December 25, 2023
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Award recognizes significant contributions and achievements in science, technology and innovation that contribute to Americans’ well-being

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  • Award recognizes significant contributions and achievements in science, technology and innovation that contribute to Americans’ well-being
    Basel, Switzerland, November 13, 2023 - Syngenta Group announced today that Mary-Dell Chilton, Ph.D., has been awarded the National Medal of Technology and Innovation by President Biden.
  • Dr. Chilton led the team of Syngenta researchers that produced the first transgenic plant and pioneered plant biotechnology, discovering novel methods to improve plants’ ability to control pests and withstand extreme conditions.
  • The award was bestowed by the President in a ceremony at the White House on October 24.
  • Dr. Chilton retired in 2018, but her legacy of innovation continues through the Syngenta Seeds R&D program.

Syngenta Group Announces Mary-Dell Chilton Awarded National Medal of Technology and Innovation

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Monday, November 13, 2023
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Syngenta Group announced today that Mary-Dell Chilton, Ph.D., has been awarded the National Medal of Technology and Innovation by President Biden.

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  • Syngenta Group announced today that Mary-Dell Chilton, Ph.D., has been awarded the National Medal of Technology and Innovation by President Biden.
  • Dr. Chilton led the team of Syngenta researchers that produced the first transgenic plant and pioneered plant biotechnology, discovering novel methods to improve plants’ ability to control pests and withstand extreme conditions.
  • Dr. Chilton led the team of Syngenta researchers that produced the first transgenic plant and discovered novel methods to improve plants’ ability to control pests and withstand extreme conditions.
  • Dr. Chilton retired in 2018, but her legacy of innovation continues through the Syngenta Seeds R&D program.

The Franklin Institute Set to Launch $8.5 Million "Wondrous Space" Exhibit on November 4

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Thursday, September 14, 2023
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PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Franklin Institute today announced its newest core exhibit, Wondrous Space, an immersive, awe-inspiring journey through the marvels of space exploration, will open on Saturday, November 4, 2023. The $8.5M exhibit aims to feed curiosity about what lies beyond and inspire excitement for future advancements and the endeavors that await—from a return to the moon to groundbreaking travel to Mars.

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  • Exhibit themes include space, the human body, earth systems, the built environment, advanced machines and robotics, and computer science.
  • "The Franklin Institute is a world-renowned science museum that has been inspiring curiosity and creativity for 200 years," said Larry Dubinski, President and CEO of The Franklin Institute.
  • Wondrous Space marks the first time an external design team led the creative development of a core Franklin Institute exhibit.
  • Abby Bysshe, Chief Experience and Strategy Officer at The Franklin Institute, emphasized the importance of collaboration in creating the exhibit.

Enviri Corp. Launches Thrive, a New Community Program, Supporting Philadelphia

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023
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“Philadelphia is our home, and as good corporate citizens, we are looking for meaningful ways to partner with our community to improve lives,” said Nick Grasberger, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Enviri Corporation.

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  • “Philadelphia is our home, and as good corporate citizens, we are looking for meaningful ways to partner with our community to improve lives,” said Nick Grasberger, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Enviri Corporation.
  • “From planting trees and advancing education among underserved communities to promoting science and the arts, Thrive’s mission is an extension of Enviri’s mission to improve our community and environment.”
    After relocating its headquarters to Philadelphia earlier this year, Enviri created Thrive to serve the Philadelphia community where its employees work and live.
  • This partnership is a small contribution to the long-term environmental health of the Philadelphia community.
  • As a leader in science, technology, and engineering, Enviri is committed to fostering the next generation of science and technology innovators.

Geoff Cook Joins Noom as Chief Executive Officer

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023
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Noom, the leading digital health platform combining personalized psychology with modern medicine, today announced that accomplished technology executive Geoff Cook has been appointed Chief Executive Officer and will join the Noom Board of Directors.

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  • Noom, the leading digital health platform combining personalized psychology with modern medicine, today announced that accomplished technology executive Geoff Cook has been appointed Chief Executive Officer and will join the Noom Board of Directors.
  • Noom co-Founder and Executive Chairman Saeju Jeong commented, “I’m so pleased to have Geoff Cook join us as CEO.
  • To learn more about Noom’s suite of products and programs, including Noom Weight, Noom Mood, Noom Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), and Noom for Work, visit noom.com.
  • Today, Noom’s platform includes four core programs: Noom Weight for weight management, Noom Med as an enhancement to Noom Weight for obesity care, Noom Mood for stress management, and Noom DPP for diabetes prevention.

Rivers Casino Philadelphia Plans Boutique Luxury Hotel in Fishtown

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Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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Rivers Casino Philadelphia is “powering up” its hotel plans.

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  • Rivers Casino Philadelphia is “powering up” its hotel plans.
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    Rivers Casino Philadelphia plans a boutique luxury hotel in Fishtown.
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    The casino announced today that it will open a 62-suite boutique luxury hotel inside The Battery, the mixed-use lifestyle campus underway on Beach Street in Fishtown.
  • “A hotel addition for Rivers Casino Philadelphia has always been part of the master plan for our Fishtown property,” said Tim Drehkoff, CEO of Rivers Casino and Rush Street Gaming.