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Grant Thornton names Zara Muradali to lead its Life Sciences industry practice

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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Grant Thornton LLP, one of America’s largest audit, tax and advisory firms, today announced that it has named Zara Muradali as the national managing partner for Life Sciences.

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  • Grant Thornton LLP, one of America’s largest audit, tax and advisory firms, today announced that it has named Zara Muradali as the national managing partner for Life Sciences.
  • In this role, Muradali will oversee the growth and operations of the firm’s longstanding Life Sciences industry practice, which encompasses a full range of audit, tax and advisory services.
  • “The life sciences industry is experiencing constant shifts, and our clients deserve quality-driven and integrated solutions that are personalized to meet their unique needs,” said Lisa Walkush , Grant Thornton’s national managing principal of Industry.
  • To learn more about Grant Thornton’s Life Sciences offerings, visit: https://www.grantthornton.com/industries/life-sciences .

Barry Didato Joins Rä Foods as President

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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SOUTHLAKE, Texas, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rä Foods, a pioneer in food tech and functional foods, today announced that Barry Didato recently joined the company as its President, overseeing all company operations, spearheading strategic initiatives, and commercializing their intellectual property at scale.

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  • SOUTHLAKE, Texas, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rä Foods, a pioneer in food tech and functional foods, today announced that Barry Didato recently joined the company as its President, overseeing all company operations, spearheading strategic initiatives, and commercializing their intellectual property at scale.
  • Most recently, he served as the Vice President, Strategy of EatWell Investment Group (EWG.CN) a publicly traded plant-based foods investment company focused on agribusiness, foodtech, and CPG brands.
  • With Barry's leadership, we're confident we'll expand our leadership position as a food pioneer while taking Rä Foods and the industry to the next level."
  • "Ra Foods co-founders Jeff Sholl and Sue Harlander have built a great team and a wonderfully differentiated intellectual property product portfolio that I am now privileged to lead," said Barry Didato, President of Rä Foods.

How Alternative Protein Drives a More Sustainable Food System, Upcoming Webinar Hosted by Xtalks

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Monday, August 21, 2023
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TORONTO, Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In an upcoming free webinar, explore the fascinating world of alternative protein and its pivotal role in driving a more sustainable food system.

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  • TORONTO, Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In an upcoming free webinar, explore the fascinating world of alternative protein and its pivotal role in driving a more sustainable food system.
  • This session will also introduce the critical role of protein analyzers in the development and improvement of alternative protein products.
  • To register for this event, visit How Alternative Protein Drives a More Sustainable Food System.
  • This session will also introduce the critical role of protein analyzers in the development and improvement of alternative protein products.

Enovix Establishes Research and Design Center in India

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023
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FREMONT, Calif., July 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Enovix Corporation (“Enovix”) (Nasdaq: ENVX), an advanced silicon battery company, announced today it has established Enovix Research and Development Services India Private Limited (“Enovix India”) in Hyderabad.

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  • FREMONT, Calif., July 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Enovix Corporation (“Enovix”) (Nasdaq: ENVX), an advanced silicon battery company, announced today it has established Enovix Research and Development Services India Private Limited (“Enovix India”) in Hyderabad.
  • The Enovix India team will develop advanced models to predict battery performance and support next-gen battery manufacturing and design.
  • “I’m pleased to announce we officially established our expansion into India with a dedicated R&D center in Hyderabad,” said Dr. Raj Talluri, President and CEO of Enovix.
  • “I am excited to lead the talented Enovix team and establish a strong presence in India,” said Dr. Saravanan.

BrainCheck Appoints Chelsea Dugan as Vice President of Marketing

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Tuesday, July 25, 2023
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AUSTIN, Texas, July 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BrainCheck, Inc. today announced the appointment of Chelsea Dugan as Vice President of Marketing, strengthening the Company's executive leadership team and accelerating its growth strategies. The announcement follows the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)'s landmark decision to approve Leqembi® (developed by Eisai/Biogen) for the treatment of early Alzheimer's disease, driving increased demand for BrainCheck's proven technology in the early detection of cognitive impairment.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, July 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BrainCheck, Inc. today announced the appointment of Chelsea Dugan as Vice President of Marketing, strengthening the Company's executive leadership team and accelerating its growth strategies.
  • "The recent breakthroughs in the treatment of early forms of Alzheimer's disease and dementia represent a watershed moment in cognitive care.
  • "I'm thrilled to welcome Chelsea to the team to lead the implementation of new marketing strategies to bolster our brand equity and position the company for accelerated growth.
  • Ms. Dugan is an accomplished global marketing leader with extensive experience in the medical technology industry, spanning multiple clinical areas including radiology, radiation oncology, surgery and dermatology.

Doctors Share Top Five Foods to Prevent Constipation in Light of New Research Linking Alzheimer’s Risk to Gut Microbiome

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Thursday, July 20, 2023
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At the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC) in Amsterdam yesterday, new research was presented highlighting the growing body of evidence linking constipation and people’s gut microbiomes to Alzheimer’s disease and brain health.

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  • At the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC) in Amsterdam yesterday, new research was presented highlighting the growing body of evidence linking constipation and people’s gut microbiomes to Alzheimer’s disease and brain health.
  • In light of this new evidence, the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, a public health advocacy nonprofit of more than 17,000 doctor members, shares the top five foods for improving gut health and preventing constipation.
  • “We now better understand the problem, that constipation leads to significantly worse cognition,” says Adjunct Professor of Medicine at George Washington University School of Medicine Dr. Neal Barnard , president of the Physicians Committee.
  • Compared to those with bowel movements once daily, constipated participants (bowel movements every three days or more) had significantly worse cognition, equivalent to 3.0 years more of chronological cognitive aging.

Ukrainian science is struggling, threatening long-term economic recovery – history shows ways to support the Ukrainian scientific system

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Thursday, July 6, 2023
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Two of us are also co-founders of #ScienceForUkraine, a grassroots initiative that helps support Ukrainian scientists and students.

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  • Two of us are also co-founders of #ScienceForUkraine, a grassroots initiative that helps support Ukrainian scientists and students.
  • Damage to a country’s science system – like what is happening in Ukraine – can harm economic growth for decades.

How war harms Ukrainian science

    • According to a report by the Ukrainian Ministry of Science and Education, 22% of research and higher education institutions have been physically damaged in some way.
    • The Ukrainian government has announced a 20% decrease in funding for academic scholarships and national research grants since the start of the war.
    • Additionally, the Ukrainian Ministry of Science and Education estimates that 10% of the roughly 60,000 Ukrainian scientists have fled the country since the start of the war.

The consequences of scientific loss

    • History has shown that the large relocation of scientists out of Ukraine and damage to the scientific system are likely to lead to long-term harm to Ukrainian science and hinder the country’s economic recovery after the war.
    • A lack of scientists to train the next generation harmed many post-Soviet countries after the collapse of the Soviet Union.

Active steps to support science in Ukraine

    • In response, the International Science Foundation provided grants that helped the researchers continue their work and stay in science.
    • A second meaningful way that organizations can support Ukrainian science is through remote research positions.
    • A third means of support that scientific institutions outside of Ukraine can offer is resident research opportunities to Ukrainian scientists abroad.
    • Yet history and research suggest that when organizations take steps to help a critical mass of scientists remain active, the science system can recover.

Metavo™, The World's First Plant-Based, Metabolic Health Supplement Brand with AvoB Launches, Helping Support Metabolic Health Naturally

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023
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BURLINGTON, ON, May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, SP Nutraceuticals unveiled their latest product innovation across North American retail, Metavo™, the world's first plant-based metabolism management supplement brand. Featuring the proprietary avocado compound AvoB, Metavo activates metabolism at the cellular level, enabling the body to properly metabolize fats, proteins and carbs to help improve insulin sensitivity, glucose tolerance, and energy. Metavo has also been known to support metabolic health by helping with food cravings, and energy slumps, enabling proactive health management, allowing consumers to activate their metabolism naturally - the key to metabolic health.

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  • Metavo has also been known to support metabolic health by helping with food cravings, and energy slumps, enabling proactive health management, allowing consumers to activate their metabolism naturally - the key to metabolic health.
  • Poor metabolic health reveals itself through weight gain, stress, higher blood sugar, decreased energy, and other health-related issues.
  • "Metabolic health is central to overall health and emerging research has shown how AvoB can support mitochondria health at the cellular level to support metabolic health, which can have significant physiological benefits."
  • The Metavo/Harris Poll study found that 72% of North Americans are interested in taking supplements to support their metabolic health.

Xaloy Appoints Cheryl Sayer VP of Engineering

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Thursday, February 16, 2023
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AUSTINTOWN, Ohio, Feb. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Xaloy, a leading manufacturer of plasticizing components for injection and extrusion machinery for the global polymer processing industry, has appointed Cheryl Sayer as its new Vice President of Engineering.

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  • AUSTINTOWN, Ohio, Feb. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Xaloy, a leading manufacturer of plasticizing components for injection and extrusion machinery for the global polymer processing industry, has appointed Cheryl Sayer as its new Vice President of Engineering.
  • "I am thrilled to join the Xaloy team," said Cheryl Sayer.
  • Sayer has over two decades of experience in the plastics industry and brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to Xaloy.
  • Sayer achieved her BS in Mechanical Engineering and MS in Plastics Engineering from the University of Massachusetts, Lowell and holds an MBA from Western Governors University.

Keurig Dr Pepper Names New Chief Research & Development Officer

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Monday, December 5, 2022
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and FRISCO, Texas, Dec. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) today announced the appointment of Dr. Karin Rotem-Wildeman to the position of Chief Research & Development Officer, effective Jan. 9, 2023, reporting to Chairman & CEO Bob Gamgort.

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  • and FRISCO, Texas, Dec. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) today announced the appointment of Dr. Karin Rotem-Wildeman to the position of Chief Research & Development Officer, effective Jan. 9, 2023, reporting to Chairman & CEO Bob Gamgort.
  • In this role, Rotem-Wildeman will lead product development, packaging innovation, flavor technology and associated R&D capabilities.
  • She was most recently Chief Scientific Officer at the LIVEKINDLY Collective, a plant-based startup with a portfolio of established brands as well as innovative new products.
  • Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with annual revenue approaching $13 billion and approximately 27,000 employees.