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SINTX Technologies Awarded Phase II NIH Grant for Silicon Nitride-PEEK 3D Printed Composite Spinal Implants

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023

This represents the fourth NIH grant awarded to SINTX since the Phase I award for this project was received in September of 2021.

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  • This represents the fourth NIH grant awarded to SINTX since the Phase I award for this project was received in September of 2021.
  • Through the development of 3DP SN-PEEK spinal implants, SINTX aims to combine the familiarity and benefits of PEEK with the antibacterial and osteoconductive characteristics of silicon nitride.
  • These composite implants will be manufactured with modern, cost-effective 3D printing technologies.
  • “Our successful completion of Phase I aims has shown the feasibility and reliability of 3DP SN-PEEK spinal implants.

Veterinary Dentistry Specialists in Mt. Laurel, NJ, Adds a Veterinary Cardiologist to Team of Board-Certified Specialists in Dentistry and Anesthesia

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Monday, April 10, 2023

Laurel, NJ, office of Veterinary Dentistry Specialists (VDS), a veterinary dentistry and oral surgery practice, has added board-certified veterinary cardiologist Megan King, VMD, DACVIM (Cardiology), to its roster of dental and anesthesia specialists.

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  • Laurel, NJ, office of Veterinary Dentistry Specialists (VDS), a veterinary dentistry and oral surgery practice, has added board-certified veterinary cardiologist Megan King, VMD, DACVIM (Cardiology), to its roster of dental and anesthesia specialists.
  • Adding comprehensive outpatient veterinary cardiology services makes VDS the first and only veterinary dentistry and oral surgery practice in the nation with anesthesiology and cardiology specialists available to care for each patient.
  • Cardiology services are also available for pet patients who do not need dentistry services.
  • She then earned Diplomate status by becoming board certified in veterinary cardiology by the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine.

VIB and Surface Oncology Announce Publication in Cell Reports Revealing IL-27 Structure and the Mechanism of Action for SRF388

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Wednesday, October 19, 2022

FLANDERS, Belgium and CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Oct. 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VIB, Flanders’ leading life sciences institute, and Surface Oncology (Nasdaq: SURF), a clinical-stage immuno-oncology company developing next-generation immunotherapies that target the tumor microenvironment, today announced jointly the publication of a study entitled, “Structural basis of activation and antagonism of receptor signaling mediated by interleukin-27: Cell Reports,” in Cell Reports, a leading scientific journal. The study was a collaborative research effort between the Unit for Structural Biology at the VIB-University of Ghent Center for Inflammation Research and Surface Oncology.

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  • The study was a collaborative research effort between the Unit for Structural Biology at the VIB-University of Ghent Center for Inflammation Research and Surface Oncology.
  • can be found in the October 18 issue of Cell Reports [VOLUME 41, ISSUE 3, 111490, https://www.cell.com/cell-reports/fulltext/S2211-1247(22)01340-7 .
  • Furthermore, Surface Oncology has identified a potential biomarker associated with IL-27 that may be useful in helping to identify patients most likely to respond to SRF388.
  • VIB is an independent research institute where some 1,800 top scientists from Belgium and abroad conduct pioneering basic research.

MainStreetVet.net Proudly Announces Opening of its First Animal Hospital in Perkiomenville, PA with Owner and Veterinarian Dr. Kimberly DiMaio

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Tuesday, May 10, 2022

PERKIOMENVILLE, Pa., May 10, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- MainStreetVet.net officially announces the opening of its first veterinary hospital location at 1335 North Gravel Pike in Perkiomenville, PA. This new full-service location offers a full range of surgical facilities and equipment, dental and x-ray services, hospitalization suites, preventative care programs, and more. The location is the former site of Hidden Springs Veterinary Hospital which proudly served the local community for many years. Dr. Kimberly DiMaio and her staff look forward to providing their patients with the highest level of personalized and professional service combined with years of dedicated veterinary experience matched with unrivaled reputations.

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  • MainStreetVet.net officially announces the opening of its first veterinary hospital location at 1335 North Gravel Pike in Perkiomenville, PA.
    PERKIOMENVILLE, Pa., May 10, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- MainStreetVet.net officially announces the opening of its first veterinary hospital location at 1335 North Gravel Pike in Perkiomenville, PA.
  • The location is the former site of Hidden Springs Veterinary Hospital which proudly served the local community for many years.
  • Dr. Kimberly DiMaio and her staff look forward to providing their patients with the highest level of personalized and professional service combined with years of dedicated veterinary experience matched with unrivaled reputations.
  • "I'm so excited to have the opportunity to open our first MainStreetVet.net location in my own backyard.

VeriSIM Life Appoints Dr. Szczepan Baran as New Chief Scientific Officer   

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Thursday, March 10, 2022

VeriSIM Life (VeriSIM) www.verisimlife.com , the leading artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled, unique R&D decisions de-risker for breakthrough drug development, today announced the appointment of Szczepan Baran, VMD, MS as Chief Scientific Officer.

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  • VeriSIM Life (VeriSIM) www.verisimlife.com , the leading artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled, unique R&D decisions de-risker for breakthrough drug development, today announced the appointment of Szczepan Baran, VMD, MS as Chief Scientific Officer.
  • Dr. Baran will report directly to Dr. Jo Varshney, Chief Executive Officer of VeriSIM.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220310005136/en/
    Dr. Szczepan Baran joins VeriSIM Life from Novartis as new Chief Scientific Officer.
  • Dr. Baran joins VeriSIM from Novartis Institute for Biomedical Research (NIBR) where he was head of Global Emerging Technologies.

KENNEL CLUB OF PHILADELPHIA ONCE AGAIN SHARES ITS SUCCESS WITH DOGS AND PEOPLE IN NEED

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Wednesday, February 16, 2022

Budget issues and other circumstances can make it difficult to add or replace dogs, and donations from AKC Reunite and AKC Clubs can address that financial need.

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  • Budget issues and other circumstances can make it difficult to add or replace dogs, and donations from AKC Reunite and AKC Clubs can address that financial need.
  • "The generous donation from the Kennel Club of Philadelphia, combined with AKC Reunite's match, will provide for 40 K-9 Cops around the country."
  • "The AKC Canine Health Foundation has a long and valued relationship with The Kennel Club of Philadelphia," said CEO Darin Collins, DVM.
  • This lets us recognize the ongoing important and significant work done by our recipients for our dogs and their people."

National Institute of Health Awards SINTX Technologies Phase 1 Grant for SN-PEEK 3D Printed Spinal Implants

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Wednesday, September 22, 2021

Representing approximately 40% of spine implants within the $10 billion global spine market, PEEK-based spinal implants are favored because of their long-standing safety and usability profile.

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  • Representing approximately 40% of spine implants within the $10 billion global spine market, PEEK-based spinal implants are favored because of their long-standing safety and usability profile.
  • Through the development of 3D printed SN-PEEK implants, SINTX aims to capitalize on the benefits of PEEK, while adding the antibacterial and osteoconductive characteristics of silicon nitride.
  • The NIH grant will support resourcing, acquisition of materials, as well as testing and trials at SINTX and collaborative universities.
  • Upon the successful execution of the Phase 1 grant application goals, SINTX will be well-positioned to seek a Phase 2 award.

Penn Vet and the Wharton School Launching New Veterinary Entrepreneurship Program

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Wednesday, May 15, 2019

The School of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania (Penn Vet) has just announced the latest addition to their growing continuing education portfolio.

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  • The School of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania (Penn Vet) has just announced the latest addition to their growing continuing education portfolio.
  • Leading Veterinary Entrepreneurship combines the expertise of Penn Vet and the Wharton School to provide a dynamic educational experience in leading innovation in commercial and societal contexts.
  • Ranked among the top ten veterinary schools worldwide, the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine (Penn Vet) is a global leader in veterinary education, research, and clinical care.
  • Founded in 1884, Penn Vet is the first veterinary school developed in association with a medical school.