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GENE Positioned at the Forefront of Multi-cancer Clinical Utility Research - MRFF Grant names GTG as sole Industry Partner

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Monday, September 11, 2023

The grant will provide funding for the CASSOWARY Trial: a randomised controlled trial of the clinical utility and cost-effectiveness of a multi-cancer polygenic risk score in general practice.

Key Points: 
  • The grant will provide funding for the CASSOWARY Trial: a randomised controlled trial of the clinical utility and cost-effectiveness of a multi-cancer polygenic risk score in general practice.
  • GTG is the National Research Partner for trial which is to be led by Professor Jon Emery.
  • The trial results will inform future policy including the 5-year goal in the Australian Cancer Plan of using genomics for risk-stratified cancer screening.
  • As the sole industry partner, GTG will receive funding to cover the supply of test kits and the analysis of the sample returned.

Drexel University building cybersecurity talent pool through Registered Apprenticeship program

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Tuesday, January 17, 2023

PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Career training to prepare individuals for high-demand jobs as cybersecurity support technicians is underway at Drexel University through a registered apprenticeship program approved by the Pennsylvania Apprenticeship and Training Council (PATC).

Key Points: 
  • Cybersecurity support technicians play an essential role in safeguarding all aspects of their employers' information technology (IT) systems.
  • Drexel's apprenticeship program comes at a time when demand is soaring for cybersecurity workers.
  • Training for cybersecurity support technicians delivered by Drexel follows National Guideline Standards for the job role developed by CompTIA and approved by the U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL).
  • The registration and development of Drexel Universities Cybersecurity Support Technician program is supported by the Apprenticeship and Training Office within the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry.

Executives from CompTIA and ConnectWise join Washington celebration to mark the finish of the 120-Day Cybersecurity Apprenticeship Sprint

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Executives from CompTIA and ConnectWise are participating in today's closing event for the conclusion of the national Cybersecurity Apprenticeship Sprint.

Key Points: 
  • "The conclusion of the National Cybersecurity Apprenticeship Sprint is an important milestone that we are proud to be a part of, but work to develop cyber talent continues," Kardel said.
  • "Each day we are reminded of the cyber threats that we face as individuals, as organizations and as a nation.
  • "It's encouraging that an issue like the need for increasing cybersecurity talent is taken so seriously by our government and communities," said Locklear.
  • CompTIA and ConnectWise offer training, certification and employment opportunities in high-demand tech occupations, including cybersecurity support technician.

Industrial Automation & Cybersecurity For America Foundation sponsors registered apprenticeship program for cybersecurity support technicians

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022

DE KALB, Ill., Oct. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Industrial Automation & Cybersecurity For America Foundation (IACFAF), an innovator in training programs for transitioning service members and other underserved populations, has added cybersecurity support technicians to its career preparation offerings.

Key Points: 
  • They are actively recruiting employers in need of cybersecurity talent and individuals interested in joining the cyber workforce to participate.
  • Employer demand for cybersecurity professionals is strong and growing, according to CyberSeek , the cybersecurity workforce analytics platform.
  • Industrial Automation & Cybersecurity For America Foundation (IACFAF) is a veteran owned small business that was established in 2019.
  • In addition, the Foundation provides consulting services in cybersecurity, industrial automation, architectures, infrastructures, networks, and IT training.

Spark Mindset and CompTIA Apprenticeships for Tech team to expand and diversify the IT workforce

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Wednesday, September 28, 2022

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., Sept. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Opportunities for individuals to train for jobs in the information technology (IT) field and for employers to build their tech talent pipelines are available in four states through the joint efforts of Spark Mindset and CompTIA Apprenticeships for Tech.

Key Points: 
  • Spark Mindset, a leading provider of career development training and apprenticeships in the cybersecurity industry, is delivering the new program to employers and individuals in Colorado, Louisiana, Maryland and Missouri.
  • "Spark Mindset is proud to partner with CompTIA to create an exciting new career path in cybersecurity and data analytics for individuals from disadvantage communities," said Lawrence Wagner, CEO of Spark Mindset.
  • This program meets our organization's mission and, at the same time, helps companies that hire our graduates create a more diverse and equitable workforce."
  • AIR and CompTIA were selected by the USDOL to serve as a national Industry Intermediary for expansion of apprenticeship in tech occupations.

Arizona State University Sponsors Registered Apprenticeship Program for Tech Project Coordinators

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Wednesday, July 27, 2022

TEMPE, Ariz., July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Arizona State University, recognized nationally as America's most innovative school, has launched a new apprenticeship program for aspiring information technology (IT) professionals in collaboration with the American Institutes for Research (AIR) and CompTIA.

Key Points: 
  • Arizona State University is the latest organization to join CompTIA Apprenticeships for Tech , a national initiative to help employers fill current and long-term IT staffing needs through an "earn and learn" apprenticeship program that is also creating employment opportunities for people from a diversity of backgrounds.
  • The university is a multi-employer sponsor serving employers and apprentices under a standards-based Registered Apprenticeship with the Arizona Department of Economic Security.
  • "The body of knowledge for IT project management incorporates best practices to instill an agile mindset in the project team.
  • "Project coordinators fill a critical need in project teams and grow into leadership roles in managing large-scale IT projects," Santanam continued.

New Effort to Grow the US Technology Workforce Launched by CompTIA and ConnectWise

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Tuesday, July 19, 2022

WASHINGTON, July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A new effort to expand the nation's cybersecurity and technology workforce through paid apprenticeships was launched today by CompTIA, the nonprofit association for the information technology (IT) industry and workforce, and ConnectWise, the world's leading software company dedicated to the success of IT solution providers.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A new effort to expand the nation's cybersecurity and technology workforce through paid apprenticeships was launched today by CompTIA , the nonprofit association for the information technology (IT) industry and workforce, and ConnectWise , the world's leading software company dedicated to the success of IT solution providers.
  • The crux of the effort announced by the two organizations involves pairing new IT professionals, certified by CompTIA, with eager IT businesses, self-identified through the ConnectWise partner community, for registered apprenticeships.
  • It is with these frontline positions where the most sizable staffing deficits exist, something we intend to address with this program."
  • The apprenticeship effort comes at a time when demand is soaring for technology workers generally and cybersecurity workers, specifically.

ActivateWork Expands IT Career Training and Employment Opportunities Through Partnership with CompTIA Apprenticeships for Tech

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Tuesday, July 12, 2022

DENVER, July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ActivateWork, a leader in connecting employers to a diverse pool of exceptional talent, is expanding its efforts to train and place aspiring information technology (IT) professionals with top employers in the greater Denver area through a new collaborative effort with the American Institutes for Research (AIR) and CompTIA.

Key Points: 
  • ActivateWork is the latest organization to join CompTIA Apprenticeships for Tech, a United States Department of Labor (USDOL) standards-based Registered Apprenticeship program that is helping employers fill their current and long-term IT staffing needs and creating employment opportunities for people from diverse backgrounds who are underrepresented in the current tech workforce.
  • Training delivered through the apprenticeship program is based on National Guideline Standards created by CompTIA and approved by the USDOL.
  • ActivateWork is a nonprofit recruiting, training, and coaching firm that connects employers to a diverse pool of exceptional talent.
  • https://www.activatework.org/
    CompTIA Apprenticeships for Tech is a national initiative funded by the U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) to increase the number of skilled technology workers and expand tech career opportunities for diverse populations, including women, individuals with disabilities and people of color.

CareerWise Colorado Partners with CompTIA Apprenticeships for Tech to Expand and Diversify the IT Workforce

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Thursday, February 3, 2022

We've seen it transform the lives of students through opportunity, and change how businesses access early-career talent," said Noel Ginsburg, CareerWise founder and CEO.

Key Points: 
  • We've seen it transform the lives of students through opportunity, and change how businesses access early-career talent," said Noel Ginsburg, CareerWise founder and CEO.
  • "There is a place for anyone in today's tech workforce, where creativity, personality and versatility are just as important as technical skills," said Amy Kardel, senior vice president for workforce relationships at CompTIA.
  • Instruction and training delivered through the apprenticeship program is based on National Guideline Standards created by CompTIA and approved by the USDOL.
  • Employers participating in the program gain access to a deeper, more inclusive talent pool that better reflects the growing diversity of today's workforce.

Global CRISPR Technology Market Research Report 2021: Focus on Design Tools, Plasmid and Vector, Cas9 and G-RNA, & Delivery System Products - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, December 10, 2021

The "CRISPR Technology Global Market Report 2021: COVID-19 Growth and Change to 2030" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "CRISPR Technology Global Market Report 2021: COVID-19 Growth and Change to 2030" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The CRISPR technology market consists of sales of CRISPR technology products and services which is a gene-editing technology that allows researchers to alter DNA sequences and modify gene function.
  • The CRISPR technology market covered in this report is segmented by product type into design tools, plasmid and vector, CAS9 and G-RNA, delivery system products.
  • Widening the application of CRISPR technology for the diagnosis of infectious diseases will increase the demand for CRISPR technology products and services.