STEM

Breezeline Provides Digital Training to Empower Older Adults in Columbus and Greater Cleveland

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Friday, March 15, 2024

Columbus, Ohio, March 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Breezeline hosted two digital literacy seminars to empower older adults in Ohio with the knowledge and skills to effectively navigate the digital world.

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  • Columbus, Ohio, March 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Breezeline hosted two digital literacy seminars to empower older adults in Ohio with the knowledge and skills to effectively navigate the digital world.
  • The trainings were held this week at the Dodge Community Center in Columbus and the Middleburg Heights Community Center in Middleburg Heights.
  • Breezeline held the events in partnership with Cyber-Seniors , a non-profit that provides tech training and digital mentors to seniors.
  • Last week, Breezeline hosted a STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) kit distribution at elementary schools in the Cleveland and Columbus areas.

High School Seniors Win $1.8 Million at Regeneron Science Talent Search 2024 for Innovative Scientific Research on Artificial Intelligence, Cancer Metabolism and Mathematical Optimization

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

The 2024 finalists demonstrated extensive scientific knowledge through research and interviews while showcasing their commitment to addressing societal issues, passion for discovery, noteworthy leadership and community involvement.

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  • The 2024 finalists demonstrated extensive scientific knowledge through research and interviews while showcasing their commitment to addressing societal issues, passion for discovery, noteworthy leadership and community involvement.
  • This knowledge sheds light on what these algorithms are “thinking,” which can help make them more effective, fair and safe.
  • “Congratulations to the winners of this year’s Regeneron Science Talent Search,” said Maya Ajmera, President and CEO, Society for Science and Executive Publisher, Science News.
  • In total, Regeneron awarded $3.1 million in prizes through the Regeneron Science Talent Search 2024, including $2,000 to each of the top 300 scholars and their schools.

Acxiom CIO Janet Cinfio Named a Women in Tech Leader to Watch in 2024

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

Acxiom , a global leader in customer intelligence, today proudly announced that Chief Information Officer (CIO) Janet Cinfio earned a spot on the Womentech Network's " 100 Women in Tech Leaders to Watch in 2024 ."

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  • Acxiom , a global leader in customer intelligence, today proudly announced that Chief Information Officer (CIO) Janet Cinfio earned a spot on the Womentech Network's " 100 Women in Tech Leaders to Watch in 2024 ."
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240404573052/en/
    Acxiom CIO Janet Cinfio (Photo: Business Wire)
    As CIO at Acxiom, Janet is the pivotal force guiding the company's information technology (IT) strategy.
  • She has been instrumental in advancing Acxiom's technology capabilities, encompassing cutting-edge innovations in architecture, cloud platforms, enterprise applications, and cybersecurity.
  • Notably, during her tenure, Acxiom witnessed a 16% increase in the percentage of women occupying senior leadership positions and 47% more women in tech leadership roles within the company since 2021.

RobotLAB Receives EdTech Chronicle 2023 ‘Bestie’ Award for Landmark Partnership With American Samoa Dept. of Education

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

RobotLAB , an award-winning robotics integrator that delivers impactful technological innovations and solutions for educators and business owners across the globe, has earned ‘Best Partnership’ in EdTech Chronicle’s 2023 Best in Education Awards for its transformative partnership with the American Samoa Department of Education.

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  • RobotLAB , an award-winning robotics integrator that delivers impactful technological innovations and solutions for educators and business owners across the globe, has earned ‘Best Partnership’ in EdTech Chronicle’s 2023 Best in Education Awards for its transformative partnership with the American Samoa Department of Education.
  • The inaugural “Bestie” Awards recognize people and partnerships that improve education technology access and learning across the globe.
  • Inked in late 2023, RobotLAB’s partnership with the American Samoa Department of Education provided education technology solutions for all K-12 public schools in the island nation, including special education bundles for schools that offer autism therapy.
  • The programs expose students to age-appropriate technology and encourage a mastery of computer science, artificial intelligence, automation, STEM and robotics.

Regional Winners of 32nd Annual ExploraVision Competition Announced by Toshiba, National Science Teaching Association

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

Toshiba and the National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) announced today the regional winners of the 32nd annual ExploraVision program, the largest K-12 science competition designed to build problem-solving, critical thinking and collaboration skills that are central to the Next Generation Science Standards.

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  • Toshiba and the National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) announced today the regional winners of the 32nd annual ExploraVision program, the largest K-12 science competition designed to build problem-solving, critical thinking and collaboration skills that are central to the Next Generation Science Standards.
  • This year’s regional winners’ projects include innovative ideas ranging from technology drones that help reduce the carbon footprint to technologies that ensure safety in emergency situations.
  • In the next phase of the competition, the 24 regional winners will advance to the national level.
  • All first- and second-place national winners will be formally recognized for their creativity and accomplishments at an ExploraVision awards ceremony in mid-June.

Labster and OpenStax Partner to Expand Equitable Access to Interactive Science Learning

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

“Making science education more accessible to all learners everywhere has been Labster’s core vision since its founding.

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  • “Making science education more accessible to all learners everywhere has been Labster’s core vision since its founding.
  • “Partnering with Labster as one of our valued OpenStax Allies enables the OpenStax library of peer-reviewed, customizable, free digital science content to connect directly with Labster’s immersive learning platform for science simulations.
  • OER and OpenStax have become central to the learning materials landscape for postsecondary courses.
  • Instructors and program leaders can contact Labster with their course title and learning objectives or an existing syllabus and they will receive a syllabus that aligns their topics with relevant OpenStax chapters and Labster science simulations.

Optimum Unveils New Brand Platform and Marketing Campaign With Focus on Its Local Communities and Customers

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240401886670/en/
    The creative platform, “Where local is big time,” highlights Optimum’s hyperlocal focus matched with its big-tech capabilities, exemplifying the company’s commitment to delivering advanced connectivity solutions powered by a world-class network with a focus on meeting the unique needs of its local customers and communities.
  • Every activation is anchored in reaching customers where they are – in the communities where they live and work – and will be seen in markets across Optimum’s 21-state footprint.
  • Key updates include:
    Introduction of a new regional operations model with local senior leadership teams embedded directly in the company’s regions to meet the unique needs of local communities.
  • Advanced suite of connectivity products and offerings, notably Optimum Fiber, Optimum Mobile, Optimum Stream, and Optimum Complete, a line of Internet + Mobile bundles that offer significant savings to customers.

Mouser Electronics Empowers Next Generation of Engineers by Sponsoring FIRST Robotics Competition for Youth

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Monday, April 1, 2024

Mouser will be a major sponsor at the upcoming FIRST® in Texas/UIL State Robotics Championships, occurring April 3-6 in the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas.

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  • Mouser will be a major sponsor at the upcoming FIRST® in Texas/UIL State Robotics Championships, occurring April 3-6 in the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas.
  • Additionally, Mouser will be the registration sponsor of the FIRST Championships, planned for April 17-20 at the same location.
  • Mouser supports FIRST teams in its local community, providing grants for high school teams across Tarrant County, Texas.
  • "As an avid supporter of the FIRST Robotics Competition since 2014, we are excited to be named this year's registration sponsor.

NextFlex Announces 2024 Fellows Awards for Five Outstanding Recipients

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Thursday, March 28, 2024

NextFlex®, America's Hybrid Electronics Manufacturing Institute, presented the annual NextFlex Fellow Awards to five deserving individuals in recognition of their exceptional commitment to advanced manufacturing and the additive hybrid electronics member community.

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  • NextFlex®, America's Hybrid Electronics Manufacturing Institute, presented the annual NextFlex Fellow Awards to five deserving individuals in recognition of their exceptional commitment to advanced manufacturing and the additive hybrid electronics member community.
  • A NextFlex Fellow demonstrates leadership and subject matter expertise in support of the NextFlex mission.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240328483614/en/
    Left photo: 2024 Fellows Award recipients are presented with plaques by the NextFlex Co-Executive Directors.
  • These outstanding trailblazers exemplify what’s best about our member community as they help drive the NextFlex mission forward.

Chevron Announces Opening of Fab Labs at HBCUs

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Friday, March 29, 2024

Chevron U.S.A. Inc., a subsidiary of Chevron Corporation (NYSE: CVX), and the Fab Foundation today announced the official opening of Fab Labs at Fort Valley State University and Florida A&M University (FAMU).

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  • Chevron U.S.A. Inc., a subsidiary of Chevron Corporation (NYSE: CVX), and the Fab Foundation today announced the official opening of Fab Labs at Fort Valley State University and Florida A&M University (FAMU).
  • Chevron, in collaboration with the Fab Foundation, has unveiled the establishment of cutting-edge Fab Labs at Fort Valley State University and FAMU.
  • The Chevron Fab Labs aim to provide students, faculty and the broader communities with state-of-the-art technology and resources to foster creativity, hands-on learning experiences and entrepreneurial skills.
  • "We are thrilled to expand our partnership with the Fab Foundation to bring Chevron Fab Labs to Fort Valley State University and FAMU," said Jennifer Michael, Chevron’s Social Investment Manager.