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WLAN Revenues Plummet 26 Percent in 4Q 2023, According to Dell'Oro Group

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
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REDWOOD CITY, Calif., March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- According to a recently published report from Dell'Oro Group, the trusted source for market information about the telecommunications, security, networks, and data center industries, 2023 was a roller coaster ride for Wireless LAN (WLAN) vendors. Revenues were elevated in the first half of the year but contracted sharply in 4Q 2023. Despite the end-of-year correction, annual WLAN revenues hit a record $10 B.

Key Points: 
  • Revenues were elevated in the first half of the year but contracted sharply in 4Q 2023.
  • Juniper Networks was an outlier in the WLAN market in 4Q, managing to grow Y/Y and Q/Q despite the difficult market conditions.
  • The percentage of 4Q 2023 revenues from the sale of Indoor Wi-Fi 6E APs was flat compared to 3Q 2023.
  • All regions experienced a Y/Y reduction in WLAN revenues, with sales to China contracting the least of all the macro regions.

Akron Public Schools Hosts Carnegie Learning Leadership Network to Explore How Schools Can Better Prepare Students for the Future

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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AKRON, Ohio, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Akron Public Schools (APS) will host the Carnegie Learning Leadership Network (Carnegie LLN) on March 5–7, 2024 to explore how secondary schools can better prepare their students for the future.

Key Points: 
  • AKRON, Ohio, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Akron Public Schools (APS) will host the Carnegie Learning Leadership Network (Carnegie LLN) on March 5–7, 2024 to explore how secondary schools can better prepare their students for the future.
  • It is indeed an honor to be part of the Carnegie Learning Leadership Network and to work collaboratively to enhance how we prepare students for the future," said Dr. Michael Robinson, superintendent of Akron Public Schools.
  • "We are delighted to be visiting Akron Public Schools with the Carnegie Learning Leadership Network," said Dr. Tinkhani Ushe White, lead of the Carnegie Learning Leadership Network.
  • Knowles added, "We are exceptionally grateful to our colleagues at Akron Public Schools for hosting the Carnegie Learning Leadership Network.

Albuquerque Public Schools Transform Drinking Water with FloWater

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. , March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- FloWater, the company on a mission to decentralize water purification and democratize access to pure, safe drinking water today announces a partnership with Albuquerque Public Schools (APS) to provide 30 FloWater 7x Advanced Purification Refill Stations across the district with more to come throughout the year. This initiative, which addresses APS's need for better quality drinking water, will have a positive impact on students and staff by promoting hydration and reducing single-use plastic bottles.

Key Points: 
  • ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. , March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- FloWater , the company on a mission to decentralize water purification and democratize access to pure, safe drinking water today announces a partnership with Albuquerque Public Schools (APS ) to provide 30 FloWater 7x Advanced Purification Refill Stations across the district with more to come throughout the year.
  • FloWater Refill Stations offer a convenient solution for schools seeking to provide great-tasting, high-quality water free of contaminants commonly found in tap water like lead, glyphosates, and other chemicals.
  • These self-sanitizing, free-standing Refill Stations are designed for simple installation and connect to any potable water line within a 100-foot range for easy replacement of existing water fountains, water coolers, and five-gallon jug dispensers.
  • "With thousands of FloWater Refill Stations at schools nationwide, students have filled approximately 54 million times and counting.

Fauna Bio Announces Dr. Lara Do Amaral-Silva as Recipient of the CEPS FaunaBio Translational Research Award

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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EMERYVILLE, Calif., March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Fauna Bio, biotechnology company improving human health by leveraging animal genomics, announced today Dr. Lara Do Amaral-Silva, assistant professor of biology at Wake Forest University, as the recipient of the FaunaBio Translational Research Award through the American Physiological Society (APS).

Key Points: 
  • Her research focuses on the physiology of animals that can overcome metabolic challenges in the brain to gain overarching insights into brain diseases.
  • "While Fauna Bio is focused on data and discovery from mammals, we recognize there is important translational work being done in a broader range of species.
  • This important research highlights the resilience of brain function in animals under challenging conditions that would be fatal to humans," said Ashley Zehnder, Ph.D., CEO & Co-Founder, Fauna Bio.
  • The research also identified specific NMDA receptor subunits, GluN2B and GluN2C, as key players in mediating the NMDA receptor current.

Lupus Research Alliance Announces Recipients of the Lupus Mechanisms and Targets Award

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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NEW YORK, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Lupus Research Alliance (LRA) is pleased to announce the recent recipients of the Lupus Mechanisms and Targets Award (LMTA), whose research will investigate molecular pathways or targets that will lead to new or improved therapies for individuals with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Lupus Research Alliance (LRA) is pleased to announce the recent recipients of the Lupus Mechanisms and Targets Award (LMTA), whose research will investigate molecular pathways or targets that will lead to new or improved therapies for individuals with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).
  • The development of targeted treatments is hindered by an incomplete understanding of lupus and its devastating complications.
  • These seven talented investigators will identify targets for new treatments and test novel therapeutic avenues to revolutionize the field and improve the lives of individuals with lupus.
  • Surgical biopsies of the kidneys are often needed to diagnose lupus nephritis (LN), kidney inflammation caused by lupus that can result in severe and sometimes life-threatening organ damage.

Kotex Global Study Finds Nearly 60% of Women Feel Progress is Lacking and Launches #ProgressFeelsLike Movement to Ignite Action on International Women's Day

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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DALLAS, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kimberly-Clark's (NYSE:KMB) Kotex, creator of the period care category, is marking International Women's Day (March 8) by releasing eye-opening data from a study around how women worldwide feel about progress. Kotex uncovered that nearly 60% of women believe that the speed of women's progress is either stagnant or moving slowly. Half of the women polled indicated that the world is a more uncomfortable place for them than ever before. Furthermore, the study showed that these sentiments are relatively stronger among the younger generation. With this data top of mind, Kotex is launching its #ProgressFeelsLike effort to speak to this serious threat and encourage women around the world to have a voice and share their view of what progress is like in their daily lives and in the world around them.

Key Points: 
  • Kotex uncovered that nearly 60% of women believe that the speed of women's progress is either stagnant or moving slowly.
  • Half of the women polled indicated that the world is a more uncomfortable place for them than ever before.
  • On International Women's Day and every day, #ProgressFeelsLike unites us and empowers us in our pursuit of progress across every culture and every country in the world.
  • Kotex is encouraging women worldwide to participate in the movement by using #ProgressFeelsLike in social media posts.

Kotex Global Study Finds Nearly 60% of Women Feel Progress is Lacking and Launches #ProgressFeelsLike Movement to Ignite Action on International Women's Day

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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DALLAS, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kimberly-Clark's (NYSE:KMB) Kotex, creator of the period care category, is marking International Women's Day (March 8) by releasing eye-opening data from a study around how women worldwide feel about progress. Kotex uncovered that nearly 60% of women believe that the speed of women's progress is either stagnant or moving slowly. Half of the women polled indicated that the world is a more uncomfortable place for them than ever before. Furthermore, the study showed that these sentiments are relatively stronger among the younger generation. With this data top of mind, Kotex is launching its #ProgressFeelsLike effort to speak to this serious threat and encourage women around the world to have a voice and share their view of what progress is like in their daily lives and in the world around them.

Key Points: 
  • Kotex uncovered that nearly 60% of women believe that the speed of women's progress is either stagnant or moving slowly.
  • Half of the women polled indicated that the world is a more uncomfortable place for them than ever before.
  • On International Women's Day and every day, #ProgressFeelsLike unites us and empowers us in our pursuit of progress across every culture and every country in the world.
  • Kotex is encouraging women worldwide to participate in the movement by using #ProgressFeelsLike in social media posts.

FUJIFILM Announces X100VI Digital Camera; YouTube First Look Video at B&H Photo

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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NEW YORK, Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- B&H is excited to announce the FUJIFILM X100VI, the sixth-generation advanced compact camera known for its retro-chic good looks, unique hybrid viewfinder, and excellent imaging performance. This latest model improves upon its popular successor with a new 40MP sensor, improved video, and AF performance, and, for the first time in the X100-series, in-body image stabilization. 

Key Points: 
  • The Fuji X100VI digital camera also includes a new Film Simulation mode—REALA ACE—which brings the total number of simulation modes up to 20.
  • These creative modes can be used while shooting or they can be applied in post, for photo or for video.
  • For video shooters especially, there are also two F-Log recording options for even more editing and color grading control during post-production.
  • Regarding wireless connectivity, the X100VI gains Frame.io Camera to Cloud technology in addition to conventional Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connection methods.

LyondellBasell Announces Executive Committee Changes

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Monday, February 19, 2024
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HOUSTON and LONDON, Feb. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) today announced changes to its executive committee, effective March 1, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • HOUSTON and LONDON, Feb. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) today announced changes to its executive committee, effective March 1, 2024.
  • Kimberly (Kim) Foley will assume the role of executive vice president, Global Olefins & Polyolefins (O&P), Refining and Supply Chain, and Aaron Ledet has been promoted to the role of executive vice president, Intermediates and Derivatives (I&D).
  • Ledet will join the company's executive committee.
  • These changes follow the departure of Ken Lane, former executive vice president Global O&P, who is leaving the company to pursue another opportunity.

LyondellBasell Announces Executive Committee Changes

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Monday, February 19, 2024
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HOUSTON and LONDON, Feb. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) today announced changes to its executive committee, effective March 1, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • HOUSTON and LONDON, Feb. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) today announced changes to its executive committee, effective March 1, 2024.
  • Kimberly (Kim) Foley will assume the role of executive vice president, Global Olefins & Polyolefins (O&P), Refining and Supply Chain, and Aaron Ledet has been promoted to the role of executive vice president, Intermediates and Derivatives (I&D).
  • Ledet will join the company's executive committee.
  • These changes follow the departure of Ken Lane, former executive vice president Global O&P, who is leaving the company to pursue another opportunity.