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Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking acts as Sole Bookrunner, Issuing Bank, Hedge Provider and Green Loan Coordinator for $188.6 million financing of three transmission line assets in Peru sponsored by Dragados S.A.

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
Infrastructure, ACS, Investment banking, Renewable energy

NEW YORK, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking (Natixis CIB) has successfully closed $188.6 million senior secured green financing for three transmission line assets (and ancillary transmission infrastructure) in Peru.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking (Natixis CIB) has successfully closed $188.6 million senior secured green financing for three transmission line assets (and ancillary transmission infrastructure) in Peru.
  • Natixis CIB acted as Sole Bookrunner, Issuing Bank, Hedge Provider and Green Loan Coordinator.
  • This financing is firmly aligned with Natixis CIB's green and sustainability targets and reinforces Natixis CIB's regional and sector expertise and leadership.
  • "Natixis CIB has a long track record of infrastructure financings in LatAm including several transmission lines financings in Peru and Chile under both loan and bond format.

Swimlane Ramps Fortune 500 Adoption, Appoints Chris Hoff as CRO

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Monday, February 5, 2024
Data Management, Security, Technology, Software, Networks, Artificial Intelligence, Internet, Growth, Automation, EMC, ACS, Movement, Insurance, AI, Organization, Acquisition, Management

Swimlane , automation for the entire security organization, today announced record-setting Fortune 500 adoption in 2023 and has appointed Chris Hoff as its new Chief Revenue Officer to capitalize on the growing demand and latest Swimlane Turbine innovations .

Key Points: 
  • Swimlane , automation for the entire security organization, today announced record-setting Fortune 500 adoption in 2023 and has appointed Chris Hoff as its new Chief Revenue Officer to capitalize on the growing demand and latest Swimlane Turbine innovations .
  • Hoff will accelerate and refine Swimlane’s global go-to-market strategy while strengthening customer and channel partner relations through a community-based approach.
  • Swimlane experienced explosive customer acquisition growth in 2023, with 13 new Fortune 500 customers and seven added in the last 90 days alone.
  • As the undisputed leader in AI-enabled security automation, Swimlane is trusted by:
    Five of the top 10 global solutions integrators.

Breaking Barriers in Cancer Care: The American Cancer Society and Pfizer Announce a $15 Million, Three-Year Initiative to Bridge the Gap in Cancer Care Disparities

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Monday, February 5, 2024
Men, General Health, Professional Services, Pharmaceutical, Philanthropy, Oncology, Consumer, DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), Clinical Trials, Women, Other Philanthropy, Health, Mortality, Survival, Breast, Prostate cancer, Breast cancer, Research, American Cancer Society, Patient, Ix, Disease, White, Cancer, ACS, PFE, NYE, Social isolation, Woman, Birth control

The American Cancer Society (ACS) and Pfizer Inc. (NYE: PFE) today announced the launch of “Change the Odds™: Uniting to Improve Cancer Outcomes,” a three-year initiative to bridge the gap in cancer care disparities.

Key Points: 
  • The American Cancer Society (ACS) and Pfizer Inc. (NYE: PFE) today announced the launch of “Change the Odds™: Uniting to Improve Cancer Outcomes,” a three-year initiative to bridge the gap in cancer care disparities.
  • “Change the Odds” will initially focus on breast and prostate cancer in medically underserved communities, with the potential to expand to additional cancer types.
  • “Cancer doesn’t discriminate – and neither should cancer care,” said Chris Boshoff, Chief Oncology Officer and Executive Vice President, Pfizer.
  • “Everyone should have the same opportunity to access the latest advances in care, regardless of their background or where they live.

Shriners Children's Doctor Alerts Parents of Overlooked Dangers of Microwave Soups and Noodles During National Burn Awareness Week

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Monday, February 5, 2024
Smoke, Parent, American College, Cheese, Clothing, PubMed, Burn, Child, Patient, Pain, Blister, Water, Paracetamol, Food, Occupational therapy, Skin, ABA, Eating, Senior counsel, American Burn Association, Ibuprofen, ACS, Butter, Bullying

Dr. David Greenhalgh, Chief of Burns at Shriners Children's Northern California, has spent more than 35 years working with pediatric burn patients.

Key Points: 
  • Dr. David Greenhalgh, Chief of Burns at Shriners Children's Northern California, has spent more than 35 years working with pediatric burn patients.
  • Now, the primary culprit is scalding injuries from simple items people forget are dangerous, such as hot liquids and microwave foods.
  • He says while convincing companies to change their packaging for products is a difficult and lengthy process, parents need to be aware of the dangers.
  • All three Shriners Children's burn care locations across the country are accredited by the American Burn Association (ABA) and the American College of Surgeons (ACS) as verified pediatric burn centers.

For World Cancer Day, Alliance for Cancer Care Equity Advocates to 'Close the Care Gap' as Observance is Honored with Congressional Resolution

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
ACCE, Policy, Congress, Legislation, MD, NCCN, Gender identity, Diagnosis, Longevity, FDA, Lung cancer, Skin, Food, CMS, World Cancer Day, ACS, Cancer, Medicare, Pharmaceutical industry

WASHINGTON, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For World Cancer Day, the National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®), American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN), and the National Minority Quality Forum (NMQF) are announcing three key areas of policy focus as part of the Alliance for Cancer Care Equity (ACCE) joint collaboration, including advancing diversity in clinical trials, improving cancer screening and early detection, and increasing access to patient navigation. The organizations are also working with Congresswoman Terri Sewell (D-AL) to observe the day with a congressional resolution.

Key Points: 
  • "Improving diversity in clinical trials is fundamental to advance cancer care.
  • We also know that disparities in access to screening lead to later stage at diagnosis, resulting in unequal outcomes and reduced longevity in marginalized populations.
  • The ACCE grew out of the joint Elevating Cancer Equity initiative, first launched by NCCN, ACS CAN, and NMQF in 2021.
  • Visit NCCN.org/wcd to learn more about World Cancer Day and the ACCE's efforts.

'Making Every Vote Count' Report Sparks National Dialogue on Electoral College Overhaul

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
MEVC, Attention, SJD, Election, Congress, Social policy, Chair, Electoral college, History, American Constitution Society, Constitution, Harvard Kennedy School, ACS, Washington College of Law, Management

"It is time that we once again have a sustained national conversation about alternatives to the Electoral College -- an electoral system that is clumsily complex, distorts presidential campaigns by focusing all attention on swing states, and permits a candidate who receives fewer votes to become President," commented Professor Alex Keyssar, Professor of History and Social Policy at Harvard Kennedy School, and author of the 2020 book entitled, Why Do We Still Have the Electoral College.  "A majority of Americans have long believed that the electoral system needs change.  Fifty years ago, Congress came within a few votes of approving a constitutional amendment for a national popular vote, and I agree with MEVC that the time is right for a wide-ranging discussion about the value of the Electoral College."

Key Points: 
  • The MEVC report, titled " Improving Our Electoral College Syst em ," brings into focus the centuries-old shortcomings of the Electoral College and several possible alternatives to a system that does not reflect the democratic value of all votes counting equally.
  • "The stark disparities in voter turnout between 'safe' and swing states, coupled with the disproportionate impact on underrepresented groups, underscore the urgent need for Electoral College reform."
  • MEVC offers the report to advance public education about the historical roots of the Electoral College and to spark debate about whether the Electoral College still serves our modern democratic system of choosing elected officials by a vote of the people.
  • Engaging a diverse cross-section of American society, MEVC will lead discussions of Electoral College reforms in order to have a more inclusive and resilient presidential election system.

Lyre's Non-Alcoholic & Ezy Raise Launch the inaugural "Dry Feb™️" Fundraising Challenge to Benefit American Cancer Society

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Partnership, Grand Central Terminal, American Cancer Society, Dry, Lyre, Drinking, Disease, Cancer, Health, ACS, Motivation, Woman, Dietary supplement

NEW YORK, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dry Feb™️ is a partnership between Lyre's, the world's best-selling non-alcoholic brand, and Ezy Raise, the team that raised over $150 million to support people affected by cancer around the world, to benefit the American Cancer Society. Almost everyone knows someone who's been impacted by cancer and a growing body of evidence links alcohol to many types of the disease. With 1 in 2 men, and 1 in 3 women in America expected to face a cancer diagnosis in their lifetime, this coalition has come together to rally their communities behind mindful drinking and the fight against cancer.  Dry Feb™️ asks participants to commit to one month without alcohol and provides the opportunity for participants to raise money and improve the lives of people impacted by cancer.

Key Points: 
  • Almost everyone knows someone who's been impacted by cancer and a growing body of evidence links alcohol to many types of the disease .
  • Dry Feb™️ asks participants to commit to one month without alcohol and provides the opportunity for participants to raise money and improve the lives of people impacted by cancer.
  • To sign-up or learn more about the Dry Feb challenge and the health benefits (such as sleeping better and increased energy), head to dryfeb.com .
  • Brand representatives for Lyre's and the ACS will be on-site to share more information about this powerful new initiative.

Introduced at Photonics West: Breakthrough Technology Improves Photonic Coupling Acquisition Speed by One Order of Magnitude and More

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
FMPA, SAN, Silicon, Patent, ACS

As the silicon photonics era dawned over a decade ago, it was rapidly established that a key challenge for scaling -- and the top cost driver for photonics manufacturing -- is the precise alignment of optical components. PI set the pace for the field in 2016 with the Fast Multichannel Photonics Alignment (FMPA) technology, which reduced the time and cost of manufacturing and testing of photonic devices and improves yield. But before the optimization process can even start, an optical signal, above the noise level, must be detected – a process called first light detection.

Key Points: 
  • This revolutionary field is driving applications ranging from autonomous vehicles, wearable health sensor, hyperscale data centers, and even new methods of computation.
  • PI set the pace for the field in 2016 with the Fast Multichannel Photonics Alignment (FMPA) technology, which reduced the time and cost of manufacturing and testing of photonic devices and improves yield.
  • Finding first light has been a costly, laborious procedure in all industrial photonics alignment applications, including wafer probing and device packaging.
  • Tests have shown improvements of one order of magnitude and more in single-sided alignment applications.

Amesite Launches Implicit Bias Training with Expert Larry Davis Jr.

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Monday, January 29, 2024
NCC, Implicit bias training, AMST, ACS, Knowledge, Bias, Workplace, Viscount Gage, Safety, Organization, CADC, Education, LPC

Developed in collaboration with Larry Davis Jr., MA, LPC, CADC, NCC, ACS, this program is set to address the critical issues of workplace bias and inclusivity.

Key Points: 
  • Developed in collaboration with Larry Davis Jr., MA, LPC, CADC, NCC, ACS, this program is set to address the critical issues of workplace bias and inclusivity.
  • Implicit bias in the workplace is not only a significant concern for the safety and wellbeing of individuals, but also for the success of workplaces as a whole.
  • Dr. Ann Marie Sastry, CEO of Amesite, commented, “Creating programs like Implicit Bias Training enables our Customers to launch much-needed programs in their communities.
  • Working with an accomplished expert like Larry Davis Jr. and leveraging our partnerships with educational institutions underscore our dedication to improving workplace environments and promoting inclusivity.”
    Larry Davis Jr. added, “Leveraging my extensive experience in mental health counseling and education, I’m honored to collaborate with Amesite on this significant step in bringing essential implicit bias training to a broader audience.

aTyr Pharma Announces Howard University President Emeritus Dr. Wayne A. I. Frederick as Advisor

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Thursday, January 18, 2024
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Dr. Frederick is President Emeritus of Howard University, having served as President from 2014 to 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Dr. Frederick is President Emeritus of Howard University, having served as President from 2014 to 2023.
  • “We are honored to welcome a distinguished physician executive such as Dr. Frederick as an advisor to aTyr,” said Sanjay S. Shukla, M.D., M.S., President and Chief Executive Officer of aTyr.
  • He is also the distinguished Charles R. Drew Professor of Surgery at the Howard University College of Medicine and a practicing cancer surgeon at Howard University Hospital.
  • Dr. Frederick earned a B.S., M.D., and completed his surgical residency training at Howard University Hospital.