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GITAI Autonomous Robotic Arm Arrives at Space Station to Conduct ISAM External Tech-Demo

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

TORRANCE, Calif., Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GITAI USA Inc. (GITAI), the world's leading space robotics startup, is pleased to announce that its 1.5-meter-long autonomous dual robotic arm system (S2) has successfully arrived today to the International Space Station (ISS) aboard the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket (NG-20) to conduct an external demonstration of in-space servicing, assembly, and manufacturing (ISAM) while onboard the ISS. The success of the S2 tech-demo will be a major milestone for GITAI, confirming the feasibility of this technology as a fully operational system in space.

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  • TORRANCE, Calif., Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GITAI USA Inc. (GITAI), the world's leading space robotics startup, is pleased to announce that its 1.5-meter-long autonomous dual robotic arm system (S2) has successfully arrived today to the International Space Station (ISS) aboard the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket ( NG-20 ) to conduct an external demonstration of in-space servicing, assembly, and manufacturing (ISAM) while onboard the ISS.
  • The success of the S2 tech-demo will be a major milestone for GITAI, confirming the feasibility of this technology as a fully operational system in space.
  • By demonstrating this technology in space, GITAI aims to achieve Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 7 and establish ISAM capabilities.
  • To learn more about GITAI, future missions and space robotics capabilities, visit: GITAI.tech .

The Week in Press Releases: 12 Stories You Need to See

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Friday, August 25, 2023

NEW YORK, Aug. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help journalists and consumers stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a recap of some major stories from the week that shouldn't be missed.

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  • NEW YORK, Aug. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire.
  • Click on the press release headlines to access accompanying multimedia assets that are available for download.
  • Photos and Videos: Thousands of multimedia assets are available to download and include in a journalist or blogger's next story.
  • Related Resources: Our journalist- and blogger-focused blog, Beyond Bylines , features regular media news roundups, writing tips, upcoming events, and more.

VAST Selects Impulse Space for Haven-1 Space Station Propulsion

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Thursday, June 15, 2023

Vast , a pioneer in space habitation technologies, announced today that it selected Impulse Space , a leader in the development of in-space logistics services, to provide its Haven-1 Space Station propulsion system.

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  • Vast , a pioneer in space habitation technologies, announced today that it selected Impulse Space , a leader in the development of in-space logistics services, to provide its Haven-1 Space Station propulsion system.
  • Impulse Space and Vast will work closely to integrate the propulsion system as a key subsystem of Haven-1 , scheduled to launch on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket to low-Earth orbit in August 2025 and is expected to be the world’s first commercial space station.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230615589917/en/
    Illustration: Vast Haven-1 and SpaceX Dragon (Photo: Business Wire)
    “Impulse Space is excited to work with Vast on a project that will accelerate commercial activity in space,” said Tom Mueller, Founder and CEO of Impulse Space.
  • “We are thrilled that Tom and his team at Impulse Space agreed to provide their Saiph-based propulsion system for Haven-1.”
    After launch, Haven-1 will serve as an independent crewed space station with four crewed missions planned before connecting as a module to a larger Vast space station currently in development.

NEOBIO Invites Nobel Laureate to Present Entertaining Science Seminar

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Tuesday, April 11, 2023

SHANGHAI, April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On March 27, 2023, NEOBIO invited Nobel laureate Michael Levitt to participate in the special event NeoBio Talk, a stimulating scientific exchange seminar, held at the NEOBIO CHILDREN'S MUSEUM in Shanghai. During the event, Levitt shared a personal anecdote on "Can Mischievous Children Win the Nobel Prize?" as a part of his keynote speech, and facilitated in-depth conversations in the form of listening and dialogue with attending guests, shepherding children into the field of scientific knowledge and knocking on the door of future science dreams.

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  • SHANGHAI, April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On March 27, 2023, NEOBIO invited Nobel laureate Michael Levitt to participate in the special event NeoBio Talk, a stimulating scientific exchange seminar, held at the NEOBIO CHILDREN'S MUSEUM in Shanghai.
  • NeoBio Talk is a sharing and communication platform provided by NEOBIO for children, teenagers and parents alike.
  • Michael Levitt was specially invited to share his scientific adventures exploring the undetermined, inspire curiosity and help empower children with science.
  • In the future, NeoBio Talk will continue to be staged in NEOBIO, scattering the seeds of knowledge for countless Chinese children, igniting their curiosity about science in school and in life.

NFC Champion Running Back Boston Scott Re-Signs with Esports Organization, Dignitas, Retaining His Title as a Two-Sport Athlete

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Monday, February 20, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dignitas, the esports vertical of New Meta Entertainment, Inc. (NME) has announced the re-signing of Super Bowl LVII Runner-Up, Boston Scott, the NFL Running Back for the Philadelphia Eagles, as the official substitute player of the legendary Dignitas Rocket League team. Scott will also continue his role as both a brand ambassador and content creator for the organization.

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  • Scott will also continue his role as both a brand ambassador and content creator for the organization.
  • In 2022, Scott joined Dignitas and became the first two-sport athlete across traditional sports and esports.
  • Scott and the Philadelphia Eagles recently squared off against the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LVII.
  • We look forward to continuing our partnership with Boston through unique fan engagement opportunities that bring together sports and esports fans."

NEOBIO Museum Officially Launched in Shanghai, China

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Friday, December 16, 2022

SHANGHAI, Dec. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On December 15, the first interactive, experiential science and technology museum in China – the NEOBIO Museum (Shanghai), located in Al PLAZA along the Xuhui West Bund, will officially be unveiled to the public. The NEOBIO Museum is a popular landmark in Shanghai, accomplished in creating 360-degree, wholistic experiences. The brand is committed to cultivating tomorrow's talents alongside Chinese families and society, and contribute to the strategic realization of invigorating the nation through science and technology.

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  • SHANGHAI, Dec. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On December 15, the first interactive, experiential science and technology museum in China the NEOBIO Museum (Shanghai), located in Al PLAZA along the Xuhui West Bund, will officially be unveiled to the public.
  • The NEOBIO Museum is a popular landmark in Shanghai, accomplished in creating 360-degree, wholistic experiences.
  • Ms. Chen Yandan, founder of NEOBIO and Ms. Xu Jing, CEO of NEOBIO attended the grand opening with industry guests, media and audiences to witness the debut of the museum.
  • NEOBIO is a innovative and revolutionary new brand, and the proud creator of the highly acclaimed NEOBIO Family Center, and is now bringing to life the first-ever interactive science and technology museum in China.

The Cannabis Beverage Association Elects New Leadership to Focus on the Growth of the Infused Beverage Segment

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022

Cannabis Beverage Association (CBA) Board of Directors elects a new President, Diana Eberlein of SRSE Technology, and Secretary, Jon Purow of Zuber Lawler.

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  • Cannabis Beverage Association (CBA) Board of Directors elects a new President, Diana Eberlein of SRSE Technology, and Secretary, Jon Purow of Zuber Lawler.
  • Founded in 2019, the Cannabis Beverage Association's goal is to provide appropriate regulatory guidelines and consumer safety while continuing to advocate and grow the infused beverage category.
  • The Cannabis Beverage Association (CBA) is a nonprofit trade organization formed by industry leaders who are changing the way cannabis is consumed.
  • For more information about the Cannabis Beverage Association and membership details, please visit cannabisbeverageassociation.org.

HITN Launches Into World Space Week With Programming That is Out of This World

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Wednesday, October 5, 2022

Taking part in World Space Week 2022 deeply aligns with HITNs mission to advance the educational, cultural, and socioeconomic aspirations of U.S. Hispanics.

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  • Taking part in World Space Week 2022 deeply aligns with HITNs mission to advance the educational, cultural, and socioeconomic aspirations of U.S. Hispanics.
  • HITNs World Space Week initiatives are designed to ignite curiosity and give families a starting point for meaningful conversations about involvement in fields related to space.
  • The special programming lineup for HITN-TV and HITN GO for World Space Week includes:
    The Sun: Inferno in the Sky (Tuesday, Oct. 4, 7 p.m.
  • World Space Week is intended to be an educational experience about space and science for everyone, including the youngest members of the family.

ACADEMY OF NUTRITION AND DIETETICS' 2022 FOOD & NUTRITION CONFERENCE & EXPO™ TO BE HELD OCTOBER 8 -11 IN ORLANDO, FLA.

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Monday, September 19, 2022

CHICAGO, Sept. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics will host the 2022 Food & Nutrition Conference & ExpoTM October 8 to 11 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla.

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  • CHICAGO, Sept. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics will host the 2022 Food & Nutrition Conference & ExpoTM October 8 to 11 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla.
  • Nutrition and dietetics professionals will address key health issues at the 2022 Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo.
  • In addition, attendees will learn about products and services from exhibiting companieshighlighting the latest and greatest trendsand offerings in food, nutrition and health.
  • Representing more than 112,000 credentialed nutrition and dietetics practitioners, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is the world's largest organization of food and nutrition professionals.

Occupant Study Shows SageGlass Smart Windows Significantly Improve Airport Experience

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Thursday, September 15, 2022

FARIBAULT, Minn., Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Delivering a first-rate travel experience is critical to the bottom lines of airports and airlines, but facilities face challenges in consistently providing the thermal comfort and natural lighting that travelers and employees desire [1].

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  • Smart windows tint or clear using intelligent software, controlling heat and light to deliver an enhanced occupant experience.
  • To demonstrate the difference SageGlass smart windows make in their environment, SageGlass conducted a study at Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport with 160 survey respondents consisting of travelers, airport employees and Transportation Security Administration personnel (TSA).
  • As evidenced by the survey findings, travelers experience great discomfort at airports when SageGlass smart windows are not in operation.
  • "We are excited that this survey proves what a difference SageGlass smart windows make in creating comfortable indoor environments."