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Scholar Rock Reports New Employee Inducement Grants Under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4)

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Friday, February 16, 2024
Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical, Health, Rock, SMA, Plan, Employment, Financial adviser

The awards are subject to all terms and conditions and other provisions set forth in the Company’s 2022 Inducement Equity Plan (“The Plan”) and the award agreements thereunder.

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  • The awards are subject to all terms and conditions and other provisions set forth in the Company’s 2022 Inducement Equity Plan (“The Plan”) and the award agreements thereunder.
  • The Plan, which was adopted by the Company’s board of directors on June 16, 2022, is used exclusively for the grant of equity awards to individuals who were not previously employees of Scholar Rock, or following a bona fide period of non-employment, as an inducement material to such individuals entering into employment with Scholar Rock, pursuant to Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4).
  • The options have an exercise price of $15.75, which is equal to the closing price of Scholar Rock’s common stock on February 12, 2024.
  • All vesting related to inducement awards is subject to the employees’ continuing service at the Company through the applicable vesting date.

Kiss’s debut album at 50: how the rock legends went from ‘clowns’ to becoming immortalised

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Friday, February 16, 2024
Diamond, Madison Square Garden, Music, Face the Music, Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, Casablanca Records, Caterpillar, The Doobie Brothers, Rock, Culture, Rolling, Wicked Lester, Success, Bell Sound Studios, Paul Stanley, Heel, Sound, Let Me Know, The Beatles, Deep Purple, Waverley Park, Warner Bros., Billboard, Roll, Road

It has been 50 years since Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Kiss launched their thunderock-doused debut album into the pop culture stratosphere. The eponymous album, released on February 18 1974, became a platform-stacked foot in the music industry’s door. What followed established Kiss as one of the most memorable hard-rock bands of the 1970s and ’80s, with a globally recognised legacy. The early daysThe pair then hatched a plan to form a far more aggressive and successful rock band.

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It has been 50 years since Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Kiss launched their thunderock-doused debut album into the pop culture stratosphere. The eponymous album, released on February 18 1974, became a platform-stacked foot in the music industry’s door. What followed established Kiss as one of the most memorable hard-rock bands of the 1970s and ’80s, with a globally recognised legacy.

The early days

  • The pair then hatched a plan to form a far more aggressive and successful rock band.
  • Drummer Peter Criss and guitarist Ace Frehley were recruited, and the new-generation Fab Four renamed themselves Kiss.
  • By late November of 1973, the band had developed their bombastic live performance style, perfected their makeup and signed a deal with Casablanca Records.
  • Armed with reworked songs from Wicked Lester, Kiss entered New York’s Bell Sound Studios to record their debut.

The Kiss sound

  • The salesperson, responsible for the glitter glue, enthusiastically recounted seeing Kiss play VFL Park (now Waverley Park stadium) in 1980 and made me promise I’d listen to them.
  • With their reputation of on-stage pyrotechnics and gore, I’d expected something more akin to Black Sabbath’s Paranoid than the jangly riffs of Let Me Know or Love Theme From Kiss.
  • Despite calling the album exceptional, Fletcher described its sound as a cross between Deep Purple and the Doobie Brothers.
  • This commercial unviability loomed over Kiss until the release of Alive!

Success and beyond

  • bridged the gap between the audacious intensity of Kiss’s performances and the timidness of their studio recordings.
  • Their early tracks were repurposed to let listeners remotely experience the infamous Kiss live spectacle.
  • As Rock and Roll All Nite claimed #12 on the Billboard charts, the platform-stacked foot burst through the door to mainstream success.
  • Fifty years after Kiss first stepped into Bell Sound Studios, the band played their final sold-out show at Madison Square Garden on December 2 2023.
  • Promised to be their biggest and best shows ever, the farewell became a colossal celebration of the band’s legacy.


Charlotte Markowitsch does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

Scholar Rock Announces the Addition of Katie Peng to Its Board of Directors and Promotes Mo Qatanani, Ph.D. to Chief Scientific Officer

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
Oncology, Health, Neurology, Genetics, Pharmaceutical, Cardiology, Biotechnology, Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Ophthalmology, Indiana University, Metabolism, Rock, Growth, Diabetes, MBA, Allergan, Doctor of Philosophy, SMA, Genentech, Roche, University, Therapy, MPH, Medicine, American University, Baylor College of Medicine, Gongshi, Master of Science, Obesity, Research, Spinal muscular atrophy, Amgen, Management

“We are pleased to welcome Katie to Scholar Rock’s Board of Directors at a pivotal time when the company is preparing for the potential launch of apitegromab next year,” said David Hallal, Chairman of the Board of Scholar Rock.

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  • “We are pleased to welcome Katie to Scholar Rock’s Board of Directors at a pivotal time when the company is preparing for the potential launch of apitegromab next year,” said David Hallal, Chairman of the Board of Scholar Rock.
  • Katie joining our Board reflects the continued evolution of Scholar Rock, and as part of this process, Amir Nashat will be stepping down from the Board at this year’s annual shareholder meeting.
  • Prior to joining Denali, Ms. Peng managed a neurology, ophthalmology, immunology, and rare disease portfolio representing approximately $14 billion in revenue at Genentech.
  • “I am thrilled to join Scholar Rock’s Board of Directors as the company prepares for its first potential commercial launch of apitegromab.

Scholar Rock Presents New Preclinical Data Demonstrating Potential Benefit of SRK-439 for Healthy Weight Loss Management

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
Biotechnology, Health, Fitness & Nutrition, Pharmaceutical, Clinical Trials, Poster, Weight loss, Pharmacokinetics, Human, Investigational New Drug, Obesity, Patient, IND, Fasting, Keystone, Myostatin, GDF11, Mouse, Rock, MPH, Food, SMA, Body composition, Immunoglobulin G, Nandi (Hinduism), Doctor of Philosophy, Liraglutide, ELISA, Dietary supplement

“These preclinical data showing that SRK-439 preserves lean mass and improves fat mass loss provide compelling scientific rationale to study SRK-439 in combination with GLP-1 RA therapies for healthy weight loss management,” said Jay Backstrom, M.D., MPH, President and CEO of Scholar Rock.

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  • “These preclinical data showing that SRK-439 preserves lean mass and improves fat mass loss provide compelling scientific rationale to study SRK-439 in combination with GLP-1 RA therapies for healthy weight loss management,” said Jay Backstrom, M.D., MPH, President and CEO of Scholar Rock.
  • “We believe that preserving lean muscle mass through our highly selective approach to myostatin inhibition in combination with GLP-1 RA therapy has the potential to transform the management of weight loss.
  • In parallel, Scholar Rock is developing SRK-439, a novel investigational selective myostatin inhibitor, optimized for the treatment of obesity.
  • SRK-439 also improved fat mass loss (–36.60% to –46.32% from baseline with semaglutide; –17.31% to –19.04% from baseline with liraglutide).

Brooklyn Law School Announces Allen Grubman Chair in Media and Entertainment Law

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Friday, February 2, 2024
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New York, United States, Feb. 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NEW YORK, xx, 2024 / -- Brooklyn Law School announced today the Allen Grubman Chair in Media and Entertainment Law, which was generously committed by legendary media and entertainment lawyer Allen Grubman ’67 and his wife Deborah.

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  • New York, United States, Feb. 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NEW YORK, xx, 2024 / -- Brooklyn Law School announced today the Allen Grubman Chair in Media and Entertainment Law, which was generously committed by legendary media and entertainment lawyer Allen Grubman ’67 and his wife Deborah.
  • “We could not be more grateful to Allen and Deborah Grubman,” said David D. Meyer, President, Joseph Crea Dean, and Professor of Law at Brooklyn Law School.
  • “Everybody who matters in media and entertainment, be it creative people—the performers, rock stars, actors—or the businesspeople, know that I went to Brooklyn Law School,” said Allen Grubman ’67, senior partner of Grubman Shire Meiselas & Sacks.
  • To learn more about the Allen Grubman Chair in Media and Entertainment Law, visit our website here .

Barrett-Jackson Holds Record-Breaking 2024 Scottsdale Auction with $207.6 Million in Total Auction Sales, Most in Company History

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Retail, Events, Concerts, Other Consumer, Other Automotive, Celebrity, Philanthropy, Other Entertainment, Performance & Special Interest, Luxury, Music, Fund Raising, Foundation, Automotive, Entertainment, Consumer, Emerald, Multimedia, Castrol, Boy Scouts, JDRF, Arizona Lottery, Scouting in Arizona, Bugatti, Ford, Amyloidosis, History, Pinewood derby, WestWorld, Z06, Honeywell, Student, Corvette, No Reserve, Calendar, Research, Gala, Chip, Rock, Mercedes-Benz 300 SL, Future, Jeep, Chiron, Auction

In dynamic fashion, the event featured its largest auction docket in company history with 2,016 collectible vehicles, all selling with No Reserve, for $200.9 million in auction sales.

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  • In dynamic fashion, the event featured its largest auction docket in company history with 2,016 collectible vehicles, all selling with No Reserve, for $200.9 million in auction sales.
  • Additionally, Barrett-Jackson sold 1,180 pieces of authentic automobilia for $6.7 million, bringing total auction sales to $207.6 million, the most for a single auction in Barrett-Jackson history, with a 100 percent sell-through rate and over 190 world-record auction sales.
  • Top auction sales included a 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing ( Lot #1406 ) for $3.41 million and a 2018 Bugatti Chiron ( Lot #1378 ) for $2.97 million.
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    Top auction sales during the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction included a 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing (Lot #1406) for $3.41 million.

ZOA Energy Announces Sponsorship of UFC Professional Mixed Martial Arts Fighter, Themba Gorimbo

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Friday, February 2, 2024
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TAMPA, Fla., Feb. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ZOA Energy , the better-for-you energy drink company, is proud to announce its partnership with UFC professional Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fighter Themba "The Answer" Gorimbo.

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  • TAMPA, Fla., Feb. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ZOA Energy , the better-for-you energy drink company, is proud to announce its partnership with UFC professional Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fighter Themba "The Answer" Gorimbo.
  • Gorimbo is the first Zimbabwean fighter to win in the Octagon at UFC Vegas 73 and a passionate philanthropist who embodies the values of ZOA Energy.
  • "Themba is a prime example of who we want on our team at ZOA Energy to activate the world's potential and inspire others," said ZOA Co-founder and Chief Energy Officer Dwayne Johnson.
  • As part of the sponsorship, Gorimbo will appear in ZOA Energy's social media, point of sale in-store and additional marketing efforts.

GNC Raises the Bar with a New Exclusive Pre-Workout Offering from Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's ZOA Energy

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
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PITTSBURGH, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ready to ignite your fitness journey? As the one-stop-shop for all your fitness and nutrition needs, GNC is amping up workout experiences for consumers with the best in pre-workout routines. Trusted by consumers around the world as the leader in pre-and post-workout supplements, GNC expanded its selection of ZOA Energy products to include the brand's latest line of ZOA+ Pre-Workout Powder in flavors Wild Berry, Fruit Punch and Cherry Lime. As the exclusive retail partner for ZOA+ Powder, all three flavors are now available at GNC stores nationwide and online at GNC.com.

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  • As the one-stop-shop for all your fitness and nutrition needs, GNC is amping up workout experiences for consumers with the best in pre-workout routines.
  • As the exclusive retail partner for ZOA+ Powder, all three flavors are now available at GNC stores nationwide and online at GNC.com .
  • That's something we're extremely proud of, as it speaks to ZOA products' unparalleled quality and safety for athletes at any level."
  • At the forefront of the market, ZOA+ Powder sets a new standard, allowing athletes to unleash their full potential fearlessly.

HOKA® Announces Launch of the Cielo X1: A Pinnacle Expression of Pure Race Speed

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
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GOLETA, Calif., Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- HOKA®, a division of Deckers Brands (NYSE: DECK), is proud to announce the launch of the all-new Cielo X1, the brand's latest addition to its road racing lineup and highest energy return shoe. Designed with insights and feedback from the HOKA roster of elite athletes, the ultra-propulsive Cielo X1 is the ultimate road-racing shoe for the most discerning athletes. 

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  • Designed with insights and feedback from the HOKA roster of elite athletes, the ultra-propulsive Cielo X1 is the ultimate road-racing shoe for the most discerning athletes.
  • Featuring cutting-edge technologies that front-of-the-pack athletes require on their most important race days, HOKA enlisted signature design elements that supports stability and control when running at top speeds.
  • The Cielo X1 is an innovative, ultra-fast offering within the competitive running space in which everyone can feel race day ready.
  • The HOKA product team created this pinnacle race day shoe by integrating advanced geometry, plate technology, and foam compounds, while eliminating things that didn't enhance the ride.

PAPA ROACH CONTINUES SUPPORTING MENTAL HEALTH AND SUICIDE PREVENTION AWARENESS WITH RELEASE OF "SCARS FEAT. CHRIS DAUGHTRY (LIVE)"

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- After surprising and captivating the audience on the Nashville stop of "The Revolutions Live Tour" with a performance of "Scars" with surprise guest, Chris Daughtry, rock legends Papa Roach have shared the brand new live version of their hit single. This track is out now and streaming here.

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  • Chris Daughtry (Live)' sends a powerful reminder to listeners that they are not alone and that there is help available.
  • By using their platform to raise awareness, Papa Roach and Daughtry are elevating the conversation about mental health and suicide prevention."
  • Chris Daughtry (Live)" royalties will also be donated to AFSP in support of their "Talk Away The Dark'' campaign.
  • Information on resources from the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention may be found here .