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New Breakthrough Institute Report Details Pathway for Nuclear Regulatory Commission to Improve Public Engagement

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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BERKELEY, Calif., March 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A new report from the Breakthrough Institute identifies key challenges the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) faces in engaging the public and provides detailed recommendations for improvement.

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  • BERKELEY, Calif., March 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A new report from the Breakthrough Institute identifies key challenges the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) faces in engaging the public and provides detailed recommendations for improvement.
  • Despite recent statements by the NRC that improving public engagement is a priority, substantial barriers remain.
  • The report, titled “Improving Nuclear Regulatory Commission Public Engagement,” provides a well-informed starting point for NRC to better engage the public.
  • That is why the detailed feedback in this report, based on substantial engagement with the NRC, is so valuable.”
    To read the full report, click here .

MissionSquare Research Institute Study Examines Sentiment of Younger Public Service Employees by Race and Ethnicity

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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WASHINGTON, D.C., March 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A new research brief from MissionSquare Research Institute compares the sentiment of younger public service employees by race and ethnicity.

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  • WASHINGTON, D.C., March 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A new research brief from MissionSquare Research Institute compares the sentiment of younger public service employees by race and ethnicity.
  • The detailed insights are presented in the research brief, "35 and Under in the Public Sector: Comparisons by Race and Ethnicity."
  • Gerald Young , MissionSquare Research Institute Senior Research Analyst said, "Building on the Research Institute’s earlier study of state and local government workforce diversity , this issue brief offers agency officials critical insights on the  views of younger workers by race and ethnicity.
  • It’s our hope that agency officials will leverage this research to gain a deeper understanding of the preferences and sentiment of their younger workers.

red violet Appoints Jonathan McDonald as Executive Vice President of Public Sector Division

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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BOCA RATON, Fla., March 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Red Violet, Inc. (NASDAQ: RDVT), a leading analytics and information solutions provider, today announced the appointment of Jonathan McDonald as Executive Vice President, Public Sector.

Key Points: 
  • BOCA RATON, Fla., March 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Red Violet, Inc. (NASDAQ: RDVT), a leading analytics and information solutions provider, today announced the appointment of Jonathan McDonald as Executive Vice President, Public Sector.
  • McDonald joins red violet from Clarivate where he was Senior Vice President, Global Public Sector.
  • Prior to Clarivate, McDonald was at TransUnion, where he served as Executive Vice President, U.S. Public Sector.
  • Commenting on his appointment, Jonathan McDonald stated, “I am thrilled to join red violet during this exciting period of growth and transformation.

Cicero Institute Files SCOTUS Amicus Brief on Ninth Circuit Homelessness Ruling

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
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Cicero Institute challenges the notion that homelessness policy must be solely punitive in nature, advocating instead for comprehensive strategies that address the root causes of homelessness, like untreated mental illness and addiction.

Key Points: 
  • Cicero Institute challenges the notion that homelessness policy must be solely punitive in nature, advocating instead for comprehensive strategies that address the root causes of homelessness, like untreated mental illness and addiction.
  • It highlights successful initiatives from across the country that demonstrate the efficacy of holistic approaches in addressing homelessness while respecting individual rights—including prohibitions on dangerous street camps.
  • In its decision, the Ninth Circuit essentially recognized a “constitutional right” to camp on public property.
  • The amicus brief underscores the Institute's unwavering commitment to defending the rule of law and ensuring that justice prevails.

SMX Completes AWS Foundational Technical Review and Achieves Qualified Software Badge

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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HERNDON, Va., March 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SMX, a leader in next-generation mission support, digital transformation, and IT solutions, is proud to announce it has completed the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Foundational Technical Review (FTR) adhering to AWS FTR guidelines.

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  • HERNDON, Va., March 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SMX, a leader in next-generation mission support, digital transformation, and IT solutions, is proud to announce it has completed the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Foundational Technical Review (FTR) adhering to AWS FTR guidelines.
  • The AWS FTR supports AWS Partners in identifying and remediating risks through AWS best practices tied to operational excellence, security, and reliability, and aligns AWS Partners to the AWS Well-Architected Framework pillars.
  • Successfully completing the AWS FTR marks a significant expansion to SMX’s efforts with AWS helping organizations capitalize on the value of cloud.
  • By achieving a “Qualified Software” badge following the AWS FTR, SMX continues to validate their status as an AWS Partner.

Cloudburst Partners With Smartpoint Solutions and Carahsoft to Provide Government With Solutions to Combat Criminal and Terrorist Activity

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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, a leading provider of cyber threat intelligence solutions aimed at digital currency/cryptocurrency fraud, and Smartpoint Solutions LLC.

Key Points: 
  • , a leading provider of cyber threat intelligence solutions aimed at digital currency/cryptocurrency fraud, and Smartpoint Solutions LLC.
  • , an Emerging Cyber-focused Value Added Reseller (VAR), along with Carahsoft Technology Corp. , The Trusted Government IT Solutions Provider®, today announced a partnership.
  • “Carahsoft, along with our partner and reseller community, is focused on providing the Government with solutions that help identify and prevent attacks before they happen.
  • For more information, contact the Cloudburst team at Carahsoft at (888) 662-2724 or [email protected] .

Detection of Suicide-Related Emergencies Among Children Using Real-World Clinical Data: A Free Webinar from the Brain & Behavior Research Foundation

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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The Brain & Behavior Research Foundation (BBRF) is hosting a free webinar, “ Detection of Suicide-Related Emergencies Among Children Using Real-World Clinical Data ” on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at 2:00 pm ET to discuss how we can improve prediction and prevention of youth suicide.

Key Points: 
  • The Brain & Behavior Research Foundation (BBRF) is hosting a free webinar, “ Detection of Suicide-Related Emergencies Among Children Using Real-World Clinical Data ” on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at 2:00 pm ET to discuss how we can improve prediction and prevention of youth suicide.
  • Jeffrey Borenstein, M.D., President & CEO of the Brain & Behavior Research Foundation, and host of the public television series Healthy Minds will be the webinar host.
  • Register today at BBRFoundation.org
    Suicide is a national and international public health priority, and suicidal behavior among children is common, costly, and preventable.
  • Systematic, accurate, and equitable detection of children who exhibit suicidal thoughts and behaviors to medical personnel is challenging.

FSIS Commends Appointment of Dr. Kis Robertson Hale as Chief Veterinarian Officer of USPHS

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Friday, March 1, 2024
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WASHINGTON, March 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) commends the appointment by the U.S. Public Health Service (USPHS) of Dr. Kis Robertson Hale as Chief Veterinarian Officer.

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  • WASHINGTON, March 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) commends the appointment by the U.S. Public Health Service (USPHS) of Dr. Kis Robertson Hale as Chief Veterinarian Officer.
  • Dr. Robertson Hale is a Rear Admiral in the USPHS Commissioned Corps and serves as FSIS’ Chief Public Health Veterinarian and Deputy Assistant Administrator of the Office of Public Health Science, positions that she will continue to hold.
  • In her new appointment as Chief Veterinarian Officer of the USPHS, Dr. Robertson Hale will provide expert guidance to the Office of the Surgeon General and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on matters related to veterinary recruitment, assignment, deployment, retention and career development.
  • Robertson Hale’s appointment as Chief Veterinarian Officer by the U.S.

Leveraging Artificial Intelligence for Vision Applications and Technologies Market Expected to Reach $45 Billion By 2028

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Friday, March 1, 2024
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A report from MarketsAndMarkets projected that the global AI in Computer Vision Market Size which was valued at USD 17.2 Billion in 2023 is projected to reach USD 45.7 Billion by 2028; it is expected to grow at a CAGR of 21.5% through 2028.

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  • A report from MarketsAndMarkets projected that the global AI in Computer Vision Market Size which was valued at USD 17.2 Billion in 2023 is projected to reach USD 45.7 Billion by 2028; it is expected to grow at a CAGR of 21.5% through 2028.
  • The report said: “Increasing demand for automation and efficiency is one of the key drivers for the AI in the computer vision market growth.
  • MarketsAndMarkets continued: “AI in computer vision for the software segment is predicted to attain the highest market share during the forecast period.
  • AI in computer vision for the software segment is predicted to attain the highest market share during the forecast period.

Health Advocate Applauds Federal Government in Free Access to Contraceptives for Canadians

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
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OTTAWA, Feb. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologist of Canada (SOGC) applauds the Canadian government on today’s historic announcement to include free access for prescription contraceptives as part of a National Framework for Pharmacare.

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  • OTTAWA, Feb. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologist of Canada (SOGC) applauds the Canadian government on today’s historic announcement to include free access for prescription contraceptives as part of a National Framework for Pharmacare.
  • This announcement begins a generational shift across Canada in terms of access and the future of women’s health care at large.
  • Access to contraception is not only a matter of reproductive rights but also a fundamental aspect of public health and equity.
  • “The SOGC is pleased with today’s announcement from the federal government and its commitment to women’s health care in Canada.