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The Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF) Names Stephanie Oestreich, Ph.D., MPA, as Managing Director of the Myeloma Investment Fund (MIF)

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

The Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF) has announced the appointment of Stephanie Oestreich, Ph.D., MPA, as Managing Director of its venture philanthropy subsidiary, the Myeloma Investment Fund (MIF).

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  • The Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF) has announced the appointment of Stephanie Oestreich, Ph.D., MPA, as Managing Director of its venture philanthropy subsidiary, the Myeloma Investment Fund (MIF).
  • In this role, Dr. Oestreich will lead the overall execution of the MIF’s investment strategy and serve as a member of the MMRF executive leadership team.
  • “We are thrilled to have Dr. Oestreich join our team as Managing Director of the MIF,” said Michael Andreini, President and CEO, the MMRF.
  • “The MIF invests in the most promising companies that are developing innovative clinical assets and technologies that could be transformative for myeloma patients.

Mallinckrodt Announces Publication of Two Journal Manuscripts with Clinical and Economic Evidence for Acthar® Gel (Repository Corticotropin Injection)

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

DUBLIN, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mallinckrodt plc (OTCMKTS: MNKTQ), a global specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced the publication of two journal manuscripts reinforcing the clinical and economic evidence supporting the efficacy, safety profile, continued use, and cost-effectiveness of Acthar Gel for appropriate patients across a range of FDA-approved autoimmune and inflammatory disease indications.1,2 

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  • Mallinckrodt's health economics manuscript titled "Acthar Gel (RCI): A Narrative Literature Review of Clinical and Economic Evidence" was published on June 24, 2023 in ClinicoEconomics and Outcomes Research.
  • Acthar is a naturally sourced complex mixture of adrenocorticotropic hormone analogs and other pituitary peptides.
  • Acthar Gel is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of several autoimmune disorders and medical conditions known to cause inflammation.3
    Please see indications and Important Safety Information below.
  • Outcomes may be influenced by therapies not evaluated in the study and the clinical outcomes may not be solely attributable to Acthar.

MyMD Pharmaceuticals to Present Updated Statistically Significant Phase 2 Data for MYMD-1, Potential TNF-α Market Disrupter, at BioFuture 2023

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231004139695/en/
    Chris Chapman, MD, president, director, and chief medical officer at MyMD Pharmaceuticals, is scheduled to present at the conference on October 6th, 2023, at 9:30am EST.
  • Jenna Brager, PhD, executive vice president of drug development at MyMD Pharmaceuticals, is scheduled to participate in a panel discussion, Longevity: Stopping Age-Related Disease at the Cellular Level on October 5th, 2023, at 11:45am EST.
  • Its ease of oral dosing is a significant differentiator compared to currently available TNF-α inhibitors, all of which require delivery by injection or infusion.
  • In addition, in early clinical studies it has not been associated with serious side effects known to occur with traditional immunosuppressive therapies that treat inflammation.

SetPoint Medical Announces Publication of Data for Neuroimmune Modulation to Treat Crohn's Disease in Journal of Crohn's and Colitis

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

SetPoint Medical , a clinical-stage healthcare company dedicated to patients with chronic autoimmune diseases, today announced the publication of data from a multicenter European clinical trial evaluating the safety and efficacy of neuroimmune modulation in patients with treatment-refractory Crohn’s disease in the Journal of Crohn’s and Colitis .

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  • SetPoint Medical , a clinical-stage healthcare company dedicated to patients with chronic autoimmune diseases, today announced the publication of data from a multicenter European clinical trial evaluating the safety and efficacy of neuroimmune modulation in patients with treatment-refractory Crohn’s disease in the Journal of Crohn’s and Colitis .
  • The pilot study demonstrated that neuroimmune modulation via vagus nerve stimulation resulted in a clinically meaningful reduction in disease activity and improved quality of life.
  • “Crohn’s disease is a debilitating inflammatory condition affecting the gastrointestinal tract.
  • “We are committed to advancing the potential of neuroimmune modulation for patients suffering from various chronic autoimmune conditions,” said Murthy V. Simhambhatla, Ph.D., president and CEO of SetPoint Medical.

Guardforce AI Reports Interim Financial Results for the First Half of 2023, and Provides Business Update

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Monday, October 2, 2023

Lei (Olivia) Wang, Chairwoman and Chief Executive Officer of Guardforce AI, stated, “We are pleased to report that revenue increased 8.7% to $18.4 million for the first half of 2023.

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  • Lei (Olivia) Wang, Chairwoman and Chief Executive Officer of Guardforce AI, stated, “We are pleased to report that revenue increased 8.7% to $18.4 million for the first half of 2023.
  • As we receive ongoing feedback from our clients, we are customizing our robots by implementing AI and value-added applications.
  • “In the robotics AI business sector, we see a continued demand for robots that have the latest AI technology.
  • We now have a clearer go-to-market strategy and business model for the robotics and AI implementations.

Process Safety System Market size In The Oil And Gas Industry to increase by USD 146.51 million during 2022-2027 | Improvement in operational efficiency to drive the market growth- Technavio

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Improvement in operational efficiency drives the process safety system market in the oil and gas industry.

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  • Improvement in operational efficiency drives the process safety system market in the oil and gas industry.
  • Process Safety System Market In The Oil And Gas Industry 2023 – 2027: Market Dynamics
    Robotic automation (RA) has advanced significantly in the recent years.
  • Backup Power Systems Market for Oil and Gas Industry: The backup power systems market for oil and gas industry is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 4.72% between 2022 and 2027.
  • The backup power systems market size for oil and gas industry is forecast to increase by USD 1,039.89 million.

Marina Abramović retrospective celebrates the grand dame of performance art – but questions the genre's future

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

The Serbian artist stood naked next to a table on which she had arranged 72 objects associated with pleasure and pain.

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  • The Serbian artist stood naked next to a table on which she had arranged 72 objects associated with pleasure and pain.
  • They included a bunch of grapes, a jar of honey, a feather, a whip, chains, a scalpel and a gun.
  • Accompanying text instructed the audience: “There are 72 objects on the table that one can use on me as desired.
  • I am the object.” The performance, entitled Rhythm 0, lasted for six hours, during which Abramović was tickled, cut, written on and chained.
  • Half a century later, Abramović is the celebrated grand dame of live, performance, or body art.

The limits of re-staging

    • They are avatars for Ulay and Abramović in the 1977 performance Imponderbilia.
    • Intending to photograph the silhouetted profiles the pair cast on the floor, I reached for my phone, only to be admonished by a security guard.
    • This absurd interaction reinforced the limits of re-staged performance art.

Transitory objects

    • These are made from materials associated with healing that you might expect to encounter in a wellness spa: crystals, green onyx, chamomile flowers.
    • Abramović claims these objects induce feelings of transcendence when they are stepped into, lain on or leaned upon.
    • The objects are theatrically lit so that anyone interacting with them becomes part of the exhibition spectacle.

Maine Department of Labor to Announce the Launch of University of Maine at Augusta Cybersecurity and IT Registered Apprenticeship Program

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Monday, September 25, 2023

HOUSTON, Sept. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On September 28th from 1-3pm ET, the Maine Department of Labor (MDOL) and its Commissioner, Laura Fortman, will announce the launch of the University of Maine at Augusta's (UMA) cybersecurity and IT registered apprenticeship (RA) program during an event hosted on the UMA campus.

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  • HOUSTON, Sept. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On September 28th from 1-3pm ET, the Maine Department of Labor (MDOL) and its Commissioner, Laura Fortman, will announce the launch of the University of Maine at Augusta's (UMA) cybersecurity and IT registered apprenticeship (RA) program during an event hosted on the UMA campus.
  • A panel of subject matter experts from Safal Partners, the US DOL National Industry Intermediary for cybersecurity apprenticeship expansion, and current Maine employers will discuss promising practices when using apprenticeship as a workforce development model.
  • Registered Apprenticeship is a proven, financially positive model for workforce development.
  • Dr. Wendy Kostenbauder, Program Manager with MDOL's Maine Apprenticeship Program, commented, "Joining UMA's RA program gives Maine's businesses the opportunity to become an employer of choice offering training to their employees in these new and essential occupations.

RapidAscent, Inc. announces approval by the State of California for Cyber Security Apprenticeship Program

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

PLEASANTON, Calif., Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- RapidAscent, Inc. (RA), a national educational apprenticeship organization, today announced its official recognition by the State of California for its Cyber Security Apprenticeship Program, marking a significant milestone in the organization's commitment to providing exceptional vocational training and career development opportunities for veterans nationwide.

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  • In August, U.S. employers listed more than 12,000 job postings for information security analysts, a 19% increase from July.
  • The approval of RA for California State Apprenticeship Program offerings signifies the organization's dedication to bridging the gap between education and industry, equipping aspiring veterans with the necessary skills and practical experience to thrive in today's competitive job market.
  • "Our collaboration with California and California businesses marks a major step towards our goal of making cyber career apprenticeship opportunities available to a wide range of candidates.
  • Through this collaborative effort, RA will reach out to the veterans stationed in California enabling them to contribute to the nation's workforce and realize their full potential.

Benihana Temecula Opens Amid Strategic Growth

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

AVENTURA, Fla., Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Benihana Inc., the nation's leading owner and operator of Japanese teppanyaki and sushi restaurants is thrilled to announce the opening of Benihana Temecula on September 29 located at 26420 Ynez Road at the Promenade Temecula. The new Benihana will feature an expansive cocktail bar, lounge, 21 teppanyaki tables and a dedicated to-go and delivery entrance.

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  • AVENTURA, Fla., Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Benihana Inc., the nation's leading owner and operator of Japanese teppanyaki and sushi restaurants is thrilled to announce the opening of Benihana Temecula on September 29 located at 26420 Ynez Road at the Promenade Temecula.
  • "Temecula is the perfect community for Benihana to call home as we honor our mission to create great guest memories," said Tom Baldwin, CEO and President of Benihana.
  • Benihana Temecula will host a charity lunch on October 1 benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County and the Inland Empire.
  • These new restaurants support the previously announced strategic plan centered on four key growth initiatives:
    New Benihana and RA Sushi restaurant development in the U.S.;