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Usher Syndrome Society Commits $500,000 for New Usher Syndrome Research Grants and Forms Scientific Advisory Committee

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NEEDHAM, Mass., Aug. 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Usher Syndrome Society (USH Society), a non-profit that uses art, educational events, and collaboration to raiseawarenessand funds for treatments and a cure for Usher syndrome, announces a request for applications for Usher syndrome research grants.

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  • NEEDHAM, Mass., Aug. 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Usher Syndrome Society (USH Society), a non-profit that uses art, educational events, and collaboration to raiseawarenessand funds for treatments and a cure for Usher syndrome, announces a request for applications for Usher syndrome research grants.
  • The "Usher Syndrome Society Translational Research Grants" are intended to support translational research on Usher syndrome in either Preclinical Research and/or Mechanism-based Therapeutic Development.
  • The submissions will be evaluated by the newly created USH Society Scientific Advisory Committee, which is comprised of world-renowned hearing and vision scientists.
  • The USH Society is committed to supporting Usher syndrome research at labs with promising work and specific funding needs that accelerate Usher syndrome research towards treatments and a cure.

Timbercreek Financial Announces 2021 Second Quarter Results

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He has over 20 years of experience in the acquisition, repositioning and redevelopment of GTA-based real estate across asset classes.

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  • He has over 20 years of experience in the acquisition, repositioning and redevelopment of GTA-based real estate across asset classes.
  • Mr. Bhalla serves on the boards of several TSX and TSX-V listed businesses, including acting as Chair of Dream Impact Trust.
  • Timbercreek Financial is a leading non-bank, commercial real estate lender providing shorter-duration, structured financing solutions to commercial real estate professionals.
  • Many factors could cause actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements that may be expressed or implied by these forward looking statements.

Allegis Capital, Leading Silicon Valley VC, Becomes a Strategic Partner of New Frontier Capital Management International

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PALO ALTO, Calif. and TOKYO, Aug. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- (July 30, 2021) - Allegis Capital, a prominent Silicon Valley VC, and New Frontier Capital Management International ("NFCM"), a leading Asian GP, have jointly announced today that they have signed an MOU to become strategic partners.

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  • PALO ALTO, Calif. and TOKYO, Aug. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- (July 30, 2021) - Allegis Capital, a prominent Silicon Valley VC, and New Frontier Capital Management International ("NFCM"), a leading Asian GP, have jointly announced today that they have signed an MOU to become strategic partners.
  • "The strategic partnership with NFCM represents the opportunity for us to aide our portfolio companies to expand their strategic plans internationally.
  • Allegis is a member of inner circle of Silicon Valley and has proprietary access to cutting-edge technology and business models in Silicon Valley.
  • Based in Silicon Valley and Maryland, Allegis Capital has pioneered an integrated cybersecurity investment platform spanning seed to early-growth cybersecurity companies.

Michelson 20MM Foundation Announces Grants to Address the College Textbook Affordability Crisis

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"The high cost of textbooks is a major burden on students struggling to make ends meet while pursuing their education," said Phillip Kim, CEO of Michelson 20MM.

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  • "The high cost of textbooks is a major burden on students struggling to make ends meet while pursuing their education," said Phillip Kim, CEO of Michelson 20MM.
  • "The Michelson 20MM Foundation has been at the forefront of advocating for policies and programs that make college more affordable.
  • Michelson 20MM is a private, nonprofit foundation seeking to accelerate progress towards a more just world through grantmaking, operating programs, and impact investing.
  • Co-chaired and funded by Alya and Gary Michelson, Michelson 20MM is part of the Michelson Philanthropies network of foundations.

Biotechnology Institute Showcases 2021 Mid-year Program Success

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Today, the Biotechnology Institute reported on the success of its signature program, the 2021 International BioGENEius Challenge and that of its newest venture, BioDiversity 2021, both in partnership with Johnson & Johnson.

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  • Today, the Biotechnology Institute reported on the success of its signature program, the 2021 International BioGENEius Challenge and that of its newest venture, BioDiversity 2021, both in partnership with Johnson & Johnson.
  • The International BioGENEius Challenge was held in conjunction with BIO DIGITAL 2021 hosted by the Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO).
  • The BioGENEius Challenge and BioDiversity are organized by the Biotechnology Institute, a U.S. based organization dedicated to biotechnology education.
  • The Biotechnology Institute is an independent, national nonprofit organization dedicated to education about the present and future impact of biotechnology.

AEP Names Ball Vice President Of Energy Delivery Operations

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COLUMBUS, Ohio, Aug. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP) has promoted David R. Ball to vice president of Energy Delivery Operations, effective Aug. 7.

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  • COLUMBUS, Ohio, Aug. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP) has promoted David R. Ball to vice president of Energy Delivery Operations, effective Aug. 7.
  • He will continue to report to Toby Thomas, senior vice president, Energy Delivery.
  • "Our Energy Delivery Operations team plays a pivotal role in our ongoing efforts to create a more modern, secure and efficient energy grid," said Thomas.
  • AEP also owns AEP Energy, which provides innovative competitive energy solutions nationwide.

Patient Experience Journal Releases Volume 8, Issue 2 focused on addressing disparities and inequities in healthcare

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Thursday, August 5, 2021
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Beryl Institute announces the publication of Volume 8, Issue 2 of Patient Experience Journal (PXJ), an international, open access, peer-reviewed journal focused on research and proven practices related to understanding and improving the patient experience.

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  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Beryl Institute announces the publication of Volume 8, Issue 2 of Patient Experience Journal (PXJ), an international, open access, peer-reviewed journal focused on research and proven practices related to understanding and improving the patient experience.
  • Published in association with The Beryl Institute, Volume 8, Issue 2 includes 14 articles representing commentaries, personal narratives, research studies and case studies.
  • The Beryl Institute is a global community of professionals and experience champions committed to transforming the human experience in healthcare.
  • We believe human experience is grounded in the experiences of patients & families, members of the healthcare workforce and the communities they serve.

Clearwater Analytics Appoints New Chief Technology Officer

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BOISE, Idaho, Aug. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Clearwater Analytics, the leading provider of SaaS-based investment accounting, reporting, and analytics solutions, announced today that it has named Souvik Das as Chief Technology Officer (CTO).

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  • BOISE, Idaho, Aug. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Clearwater Analytics, the leading provider of SaaS-based investment accounting, reporting, and analytics solutions, announced today that it has named Souvik Das as Chief Technology Officer (CTO).
  • Das was most recently CTO at Zenefits, where he led all product development, operations, infrastructure, information security, and information technology.
  • "Over the past several years, Clearwater has expanded our single core base to serve small, medium, and large customers alike.
  • As we drive towards a more global client base, we are thrilled to add Souvik's experience to our team to help us scale our platform," said Sandeep Sahai, Chief Executive Officer, Clearwater Analytics.

HITN, Teachley and Sirius Thinking to Produce Game-Changing Narratives for Bilingual Math Education

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    During an initial prototyping grant, Teachley, HITN, and Sirius Thinking produced a bilingual Math Corps comic book as a test model to be used by elementary teachers.
  • We feel incredibly honored at HITN to partner with Teachley and Sirius Thinking to produce a brand new, exciting series of Spanish-English bilingual math comic books and animations that will reach a nationwide audience of students, said Esther Yoon from HITN.
  • Throughout the next phase of the project, HITN will work side-by-side with Teachley and Sirius Thinking to make Math Corps available to more schools and families in the United States.
  • Sirius Thinking, Ltd., is a New York City-based production company specializing in the creation of mission-driven children's educational entertainment.

TeamSnap and The Aspen Institute Work Together to Study the Pandemic's Effects on Youth Sports

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"Throughout the pandemic, the abrupt pause of youth athletics left kids without an environment to gather with their friends and teammates.

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  • "Throughout the pandemic, the abrupt pause of youth athletics left kids without an environment to gather with their friends and teammates.
  • By taking the work out of play, TeamSnap has become the trusted platform for 25 million coaches, administrators, players, and parents.
  • Since its formation in 2009, TeamSnap has been single-mindedly focused on taking the work out of play.
  • The Institute is based in Washington, DC; Aspen, Colorado; and on the Wye River on Maryland's Eastern Shore.