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SCRI Announces a Collaboration with AstraZeneca Focused on Technology Enhancements & Innovative Operational Model to Advance Cancer Research

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI), one of the world’s leading oncology research organizations conducting community-based clinical trials, announced today a collaboration with AstraZeneca, a global, science-led biopharmaceutical company, aimed at advancing innovative technology and operational synergies to enhance the delivery of oncology clinical trials.

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  • Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI), one of the world’s leading oncology research organizations conducting community-based clinical trials, announced today a collaboration with AstraZeneca, a global, science-led biopharmaceutical company, aimed at advancing innovative technology and operational synergies to enhance the delivery of oncology clinical trials.
  • Working together, SCRI and AstraZeneca will implement modern solutions to accelerate clinical trial delivery timelines, reduce site burden, and enhance U.S. enrollment.
  • To date, this advancement is decreasing site-based data entry time, reducing manual labor, lowering monitoring costs, improving data quality, and accelerating clinical trial decision-making overall.
  • “Working with SCRI to enhance U.S. enrollment and streamline clinical trial data collection is a tremendous opportunity to increase the diversity of clinical trial participants in the U.S. and accelerate clinical trial delivery timelines.

Pepperdine Graziadio Business School to host 9th annual Healthcare Symposium: 'Elevating Healthcare: Exploring Solutions for the Future'

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Monday, February 12, 2024

MALIBU, Calif., Feb. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Pepperdine Graziadio Business School will host " Elevating Healthcare: Exploring Solutions for the Future ," its 9th annual Healthcare Symposium on Thursday, Feb. 29.

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  • MALIBU, Calif., Feb. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Pepperdine Graziadio Business School will host " Elevating Healthcare: Exploring Solutions for the Future ," its 9th annual Healthcare Symposium on Thursday, Feb. 29.
  • The symposium is a marquee Graziadio event that brings industry leaders, experts and professionals together to delve into critical issues shaping the future of healthcare.
  • Pepperdine Graziadio Business School offers an array of courses tailored to meet the evolving demands of the healthcare industry.
  • The Pepperdine Graziadio Business School — for more than 50 years — has challenged individuals to think boldly and drive meaningful change within their industries and communities.

PKF O'Connor Davies Releases 2024 Long Island Economic Survey Results

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Friday, January 26, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- PKF O'Connor Davies, one of the nation's largest accounting, tax and advisory practices, today announced the results of its Long Island Economic Survey – Outlook 2024. The annual survey invites local leaders to share their perspectives on the current state of doing business in New York, as well as their outlook on the regional economy for the coming year. In addition, the report illuminates a number of critical issues affecting the ability of businesses and their leaders to compete successfully in today's economy.

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- PKF O'Connor Davies, one of the nation's largest accounting, tax and advisory practices, today announced the results of its Long Island Economic Survey – Outlook 2024.
  • "Our Long Island Economic Survey has become an invaluable resource for our clients and the greater Long Island business community to better understand and adapt to the changing economic, political and social circumstances impacting the region," said Jeffery S. Davoli, Co-Partner-in-Charge of PKF O'Connor Davies' Hauppauge Office.
  • Since 1995, PKF O'Connor Davies' Long Island Economic Survey has detailed trends affecting the regional business climate, local leaders' plans to enhance their businesses and strategies to address challenging economic headwinds.
  • To download the Long Island Economic Survey – Outlook 2024, visit https://www.pkfod.com/outlook-2024-long-island-economic-survey-results/ .

The US Oncology Network Further Expands Its Nashville, Tennessee Footprint and Research Expertise with the Addition of SCRI Oncology Partners

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023

The US Oncology Network ( The Network ), the largest organization of its kind dedicated to advancing local cancer care and better patient outcomes, announced today that SCRI Oncology Partners has joined The Network.

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  • The US Oncology Network ( The Network ), the largest organization of its kind dedicated to advancing local cancer care and better patient outcomes, announced today that SCRI Oncology Partners has joined The Network.
  • SCRI Oncology Partners, located in Nashville, Tenn., is a dedicated cancer treatment center led by globally recognized oncologists with disease expertise in cancer care and clinical research.
  • “Increasing access to clinical trials and enhancing local cancer care are significant priorities for us,” said Jason Hammonds, president, The US Oncology Network.
  • In 2022, SCRI formed a joint venture with former US Oncology Research, the research arm of The US Oncology Network, to expand clinical trial access across the country.

LIXTE Biotechnology Provides Update on Clinical Progress and Expanding Collaborations

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Monday, November 13, 2023

(“LIXTE” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: LIXT and LIXTW), a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company developing a new class of cancer therapy to enhance chemotherapy and immunotherapy benefit, today provided an update on its progress.

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  • (“LIXTE” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: LIXT and LIXTW), a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company developing a new class of cancer therapy to enhance chemotherapy and immunotherapy benefit, today provided an update on its progress.
  • GSK will provide dostarlimab and financial support for the clinical trial.
  • In addition to MD Anderson, the trial also will be open at Northwestern University’s Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center.
  • This trial will enroll up to 170 patients and will begin in partnership with GEIS clinical sites.

Sarah Cannon Research Institute to Present Latest Research Insights at the 2023 ASH Annual Meeting & Exposition

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

Sarah Cannon Research Institute ( SCRI ) announced today that more than 80 abstracts and presentations have been selected for inclusion at the 65th American Society of Hematology (ASH) Annual Meeting & Exposition .

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  • Sarah Cannon Research Institute ( SCRI ) announced today that more than 80 abstracts and presentations have been selected for inclusion at the 65th American Society of Hematology (ASH) Annual Meeting & Exposition .
  • Hosted in San Diego and online from Dec. 9-12, the meeting is the year’s most comprehensive global hematology event.
  • At this year’s ASH Annual Meeting & Exposition, SCRI investigators, including physicians from The US Oncology Network , will discuss groundbreaking research in malignant and non-malignant blood cancer, CAR T-Cell therapy, real-world outcomes, and targeted immunotherapies.
  • Investigators highlighting research at this year’s ASH Annual Meeting & Exposition represent studies being conducted across SCRI, Sarah Cannon Transplant & Cellular Therapy Network, and partners from The US Oncology Network and Ontada.

The Surgery Center of Rhode Island is Designated a "Top Ambulatory Surgery Center" by The Leapfrog Group for Clinical Quality and Patient Safety

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

The Leapfrog Group is a national watchdog organization that is widely acknowledged as the toughest standard-setter for healthcare safety and quality.

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  • The Leapfrog Group is a national watchdog organization that is widely acknowledged as the toughest standard-setter for healthcare safety and quality.
  • "This award reflects the commitment to the highest of standards set by the physicians and staff at SCRI.
  • Receiving this award shows that staff members at The Surgery Center of Rhode Island are highly committed to meeting those consumer demands.
  • We are honored to be among the select few receiving this prestigious award, reflecting our ongoing pledge to patient safety and community well-being."

OneOncology Appoints Ian Flinn, MD, PhD as Chief Scientific Officer

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Monday, November 20, 2023

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- OneOncology, the fastest-growing national platform for independent oncology practices, has appointed Ian Flinn, MD, PhD, as Chief Scientific Officer.

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  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- OneOncology, the fastest-growing national platform for independent oncology practices, has appointed Ian Flinn, MD, PhD, as Chief Scientific Officer.
  • OneOncology appoints Ian Flinn, MD, PhD, as Chief Scientific Officer to oversee OneR, OneOncology's research network.
  • Dr. Flinn will also service as Chief Scientific Officer at Tennessee Oncology.
  • "Dr. Flinn will be a valuable resource for our practice partners to advance their clinical trial programs," said Davey Daniel, MD, Chief Medical Officer, OneOncology.

Tennessee Oncology Launches the Greco-Hainsworth Tennessee Oncology Centers for Research and Appoints Dr. Ian Flinn as Chief Scientific Officer

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

Greco-Hainsworth Centers for Research brings Tennessee Oncology researchers a platform to expand world-class research.

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  • Greco-Hainsworth Centers for Research brings Tennessee Oncology researchers a platform to expand world-class research.
  • In parallel, Tennessee Oncology has appointed Ian Flinn, MD, PhD, as Chief Scientific Officer.
  • Heather Askew has also joined the Greco-Hainsworth Tennessee Oncology Centers for Research as the Executive Director of Research Operations.
  • "By launching the Greco-Hainsworth Tennessee Oncology Centers for Research, we're building on our core research mission to begin a new chapter of clinical trial excellence at Tennessee Oncology," said Natalie Dickson, MD, President and Chief Strategy Officer, Tennessee Oncology.

Identiv Reports Third Quarter 2023 Business Results

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

Revenue for the third quarter 2023 was $31.8 million, compared to $29.6 million in the prior quarter and $31.0 million in the third quarter of 2022.

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  • Revenue for the third quarter 2023 was $31.8 million, compared to $29.6 million in the prior quarter and $31.0 million in the third quarter of 2022.
  • Non-GAAP operating expenses were $10.3 million in the third quarter of 2023, compared to $10.6 million in the prior quarter and $9.5 million in the third quarter of 2022.
  • Non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA in the third quarter of 2023 was $2.2 million, compared to $0.7 million in the prior quarter and $2.0 million in the third quarter of 2022.
  • Identiv management will hold a conference call today, November 7, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. EST (2:00 p.m. PST) to discuss the company’s third quarter 2023 financial results.