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EQS-News: Direct Sao Paulo to Gauteng flights opens a myriad of opportunities for Brazilian travelers

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024

Since the launch, the flights have a more than 60% load factor which is expected to grow” said Sthembiso Dlamini GTA’s CEO.

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  • Since the launch, the flights have a more than 60% load factor which is expected to grow” said Sthembiso Dlamini GTA’s CEO.
  • Within 9-10 hrs Brazilian travellers can immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of experiences that Gauteng offers – from its vibrant urban lifestyle to its stunning natural landscapes.
  • It is an invitation to explore the #GPLifestyle -  a unique blend of adventure, culture, and cuisine that the province is renowned for.
  • Gauteng is known for top restaurants that provide a vast selection of cuisine from across the African continent and the globe.

Schneider Electric announces global winners of second edition of its Sustainability Impact Awards

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

Schneider Electric , the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, today announced the global winners of the latest Schneider Electric Sustainability Impact Awards .

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  • Schneider Electric , the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, today announced the global winners of the latest Schneider Electric Sustainability Impact Awards .
  • Launched in 2022, the awards honor the contribution of Schneider's partner ecosystem in creating a more sustainable and electric world.
  • In addition to receiving valuable recognition, award winners benefit from global visibility which could lead to new business opportunities.
  • Massive congratulations to the winners for their exceptional commitment towards making a positive impact,” Rohan Kelkar, EVP for Global Power Products at Schneider Electric said.

“Innovation Unleashed”: CAIA Association, in Conjunction with Some of the World’s Leading Asset Owners, Unveils The Rise of Total Portfolio Approach

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024

Joining Mr. Rubin in contributing to this seminal work are:

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  • Joining Mr. Rubin in contributing to this seminal work are:
    Rubin’s co-author and fellow CPP Investments senior leader Derek Walker, Managing Director, Head of Portfolio Design and Construction.
  • Charles Hyde, Head of Asset Allocation of New Zealand Superannuation Fund.
  • Swee Chiang Chiam, Head of Total Portfolio Policy and Allocation of GIC.
  • “As we point out in the report, TPA is not a monolithic methodology that can be applied off the shelf.

ARIZONA VA AGENCY FINDS NO WRONGDOING IN AUDIT OF GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY

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Monday, March 11, 2024

PHOENIX, March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Arizona State Approving Agency (SAA) for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has closed its most recent risk-based audit of Grand Canyon University with no findings.

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  • PHOENIX, March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Arizona State Approving Agency (SAA) for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has closed its most recent risk-based audit of Grand Canyon University with no findings.
  • In a letter to GCU dated Feb. 21, the Arizona SAA stated it "did not have any substantiated findings based on our review of Grand Canyon University."
  • Further, the SAA stated, "There are no findings impacting the continued approval of Grand Canyon University at this time."
  • The SAA site visit also included reviews of specific areas relating to finances, enrollment, recruiting, student outcomes and other success measures.

Seamless Air Alliance to Foster Integration of 3GPP 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN) Into the Aviation Sector

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

Seamless Air Alliance (SAA) , the leading developer of global standards for Inflight Connectivity (IFC), today announced it will foster the development and integration of 3GPP specified 5G NTN into the aviation sector to enable future seamless connectivity between terrestrial and non-terrestrial satellite networks.

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  • Seamless Air Alliance (SAA) , the leading developer of global standards for Inflight Connectivity (IFC), today announced it will foster the development and integration of 3GPP specified 5G NTN into the aviation sector to enable future seamless connectivity between terrestrial and non-terrestrial satellite networks.
  • To address these issues, the SAA formed a specialized NTN Working Group to ensure 5G NTN considers the unique challenges and requirements of the aviation industry.
  • “With global aviation passenger traffic projected to reach 9.4 billion passengers this year, the Seamless Air Alliance recognizes the importance of delivering exceptional inflight internet experiences,” stated Jack Mandala, CEO of the Seamless Air Alliance.
  • SAA is finalizing work on Seamless Release 7 and work is already in progress on Seamless Release 8, including the study of aviation use-cases for 5G NTN.

Global Healthcare Executive Jill DeSimone Joins Swim Across America Board of Directors

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Swim Across America, a national nonprofit dedicated to providing grants for cancer research and patient programs and raising funds through swimming events, is pleased to announce that Jill DeSimone, a global pharmaceutical executive, has been appointed to the Swim Across America Board of Directors. Jill's career included championing excellence in patient care for serious diseases, while igniting scalable growth and agility in the healthcare marketplace. She held positions of executive leadership for more than 30 years, culminating in eight years as president of Oncology for Merck.

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  • After a Successful Career with Oncology Pharmaceutical Companies, Jill DeSimone is Making Waves in the Fight Against Cancer
    CHARLOTTE, N.C., Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Swim Across America , a national nonprofit dedicated to providing grants for cancer research and patient programs and raising funds through swimming events, is pleased to announce that Jill DeSimone, a global pharmaceutical executive, has been appointed to the Swim Across America Board of Directors.
  • "One of my greatest joys has been volunteering and encouraging many of my colleagues and friends to volunteer with Swim Across America," says Jill DeSimone.
  • "Jill has been supporting Swim Across America for many years," commented Pam Ryan, Swim Across America board chair.
  • Swim Across America was founded in 1987 with its first open water charity swim in Long Island Sound.

FERC Filing Marks PJM's Second Collaboration With New Jersey on Offshore Wind Transmission Study

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Monday, February 5, 2024

VALLEY FORGE, Pa., Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PJM and the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities have agreed to the terms on the next phase of a historic collaboration that deploys PJM's competitive planning process to help New Jersey further advance its ambitious offshore wind goals.

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  • This request asks PJM to solicit transmission solutions to serve an additional 3,500 MW of offshore wind energy, totaling 11,000 MW, by 2040.
  • New Jersey is the first state to use PJM's State Agreement Approach process to advance public policy goals.
  • The NJBPU in November 2020 requested use of the SAA to incorporate New Jersey's initial offshore wind goals (7,500 MW by 2035) into PJM's regional transmission planning process.
  • "In 2022, New Jersey demonstrated its national leadership in coordinated offshore wind transmission with the first-ever use of State Agreement Approach to help support the interconnection of responsibly developed offshore wind off of our coasts," said NJBPU President Christine Guhl-Sadovy.

An Exciting New Biomarker for Detecting Inflammation in Dogs - VMRD SAA for Canine Now Available!

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

PULLMAN, Va., Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Veterinary diagnostics manufacturer VMRD, Inc is delighted to announce the expansion of their patient-side product line to include serum amyloid A (SAA) tests for dogs! The addition of VMRD SAA for Canine to the existing SAA products for Feline and Equine offers even greater opportunity for veterinarians to elevate their patient care with improved detection of inflammation and infection in more species.

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  • This new offering, VMRD SAA for Canine, complements existing SAA products for Feline and Equine, providing veterinarians with enhanced capabilities for detecting inflammation and infection in a broader range of species, offering rapid and sensitive results within 10 minutes.
  • The addition of VMRD SAA for Canine to the existing SAA products for Feline and Equine offers even greater opportunity for veterinarians to elevate their patient care with improved detection of inflammation and infection in more species.
  • "The availability of VMRD SAA for Canine and VMRD SAA for Feline is a big win for companion animal veterinarians and their patients," declares Dr. Hines.
  • For more information on VMRD point-of-care products, including the VMRD SAA test for Canine, please visit our website at vmrd.com/poc or contact us at [email protected] .

Kasowitz Files Lawsuit Against Harvard University Alleging Egregious Civil Rights Violations for Its Antisemitic Hostile Educational Environment

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

The plaintiffs are an individual Jewish student enrolled at Harvard Divinity School and Students Against Antisemitism, Inc. (SAA), whose Jewish members include students at Harvard Law School.

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  • The plaintiffs are an individual Jewish student enrolled at Harvard Divinity School and Students Against Antisemitism, Inc. (SAA), whose Jewish members include students at Harvard Law School.
  • Partner Marc E. Kasowitz said, "It is clear that Harvard will not correct its deep-seated antisemitism problem voluntarily.
  • Jewish students at Harvard are being subjected to vile and threatening antisemitic harassment and calls for the murder of Jews.
  • Harvard must be forced to protect its Jewish students and stop applying a double standard when it comes to anti-Jewish bigotry."

Johnson & Johnson to Acquire Ambrx, Advancing Next Generation Antibody Drug Conjugates to Transform the Treatment of Cancer

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Monday, January 8, 2024

“Ambrx’s ADC technology offers unique advantages in the conjugation of stable antibodies and cytotoxic linker payloads, which results in engineered ADCs that effectively kill cancer cells and limit toxicities,” said Yusri Elsayed, M.D., M.H.Sc., Ph.D., Global Therapeutic Area Head, Oncology, Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine.

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  • “Ambrx’s ADC technology offers unique advantages in the conjugation of stable antibodies and cytotoxic linker payloads, which results in engineered ADCs that effectively kill cancer cells and limit toxicities,” said Yusri Elsayed, M.D., M.H.Sc., Ph.D., Global Therapeutic Area Head, Oncology, Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine.
  • “The results seen to date with ARX517 in mCRPC are promising and represent a potential first- and best-in-class targeted therapy for the treatment of this aggressive disease.
  • “With a median overall survival of less than two years and novel hormonal therapies moving earlier in the disease, significant unmet need remains in the treatment of mCRPC,” said Margaret Yu, M.D., Prostate Cancer Disease Area Leader, Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine.
  • SAAs allow engineered precision biologics with site-specific, homogenous and stable conjugation, overcoming limitations of traditional conjugation technologies.