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Spider Strategies Releases Spider Impact 5.6 with Enhanced Data Integration & Visualization

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023
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ARLINGTON, Va., Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Spider Strategies, a leading provider of strategy execution software, today announced the release of Spider Impact 5.6, packed with new features that break down data silos and promote insight-driven performance.

Key Points: 
  • Spider Strategies launched Spider Impact 5.6, an update to its strategy execution software, emphasizing enhanced data accessibility and integration.
  • "Spider Impact turns your data into the fuel for executing big-picture strategy," said Scott O'Reilly, Cofounder of Spider Strategies.
  • Key capabilities introduced in Spider Impact 5.6 include:
    Import from REST APIs: Users can now pull data from any REST API into Spider Impact datasets.
  • For more information about Spider Impact or Spider Strategies, visit https://www.spiderstrategies.com
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Antiva Biosciences Strengthens Leadership with Key New Appointments

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Thursday, October 19, 2023
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REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Antiva Biosciences, a biopharmaceutical company developing novel, topical therapeutics for the treatment of high-risk infections and pre-cancerous lesions caused by human papilloma virus (HPV), today announced several key new appointments designed to strengthen the company's leadership as it continues to advance its lead development candidate, ABI-2280. The company has added Elaine Chien, M.D., FACOG, as chief medical officer, Susan Wilson, Ph.D., as vice president of project management and strategic initiatives, and Rajashree Joshi-Hangal, Ph.D., as vice president of technical operations. Collectively, these individuals bring Antiva significant industry experience in areas directly related to the company's ongoing work in developing innovative treatments for diseases caused by HPV infection.

Key Points: 
  • Collectively, these individuals bring Antiva significant industry experience in areas directly related to the company's ongoing work in developing innovative treatments for diseases caused by HPV infection.
  • "With the closing of our Series E financing earlier this year, Antiva entered an important new phase as we work to advance ABI-2280 into key efficacy studies across multiple indications.
  • Antiva is currently working to advance ABI-2280 into key efficacy studies.
  • She has also held positions of increasing managerial responsibilities in both technical and regulatory CMC areas  at Astex Pharmaceuticals.

NEURELIS TO PRESENT ANALYSES OF VALTOCO® (diazepam nasal spray) CIV AT THE 52nd CHILD NEUROLOGY SOCIETY ANNUAL MEETING

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
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SAN DIEGO, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Neurelis, Inc., today announced additional findings from the post hoc analysis of the long-term phase 3 safety study of VALTOCO® (diazepam nasal spray) in a pediatric population, aged 6-17 years, as well as an analysis of real-world data on impact of administration of rescue medication on seizure timing.  A total of four posters will be presented at the 52nd Child Neurology Society Annual Meeting in Vancouver, BC, Canada, October 4 – 7, 2023. The Child Neurology Society's mission is to raise awareness about the importance of child neurologists and the health needs of children with chronic neurological conditions.

Key Points: 
  • A total of four posters will be presented at the 52nd Child Neurology Society Annual Meeting in Vancouver, BC, Canada, October 4 – 7, 2023.
  • The Child Neurology Society's mission is to raise awareness about the importance of child neurologists and the health needs of children with chronic neurological conditions.
  • "This data brings us one step closer to addressing seizures acutely to improve the quality of life for people with epilepsy."
  • "We are pleased to present these findings to help the child neurology community identify advanced treatment options," said Enrique Carrazana, Neurelis Senior Vice President, Strategic Initiatives.

Free Virtual Church Mental Health Summit on World Mental Health Day, October 10th

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023
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WHEATON, Ill., Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On World Mental Health Day (October 10), Spiritual First Aid will join forces with Hope Made Strong and Biola's Rosemead School of Psychology/Mental Health in the Church Initiative to present the Church Mental Health Summit.

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  • Event for Church Leaders Presented by Hope Made Strong, Spiritual First Aid, and Mental Health Church Initiative
    On-demand sessions will address mental health issues—from leadership wellbeing to strategies for pastoral care—that matter most to church leaders.
  • "We're thrilled to partner with Hope Made Strong and Rosemead School of Psychology for the Church Mental Health Summit."
  • By attending the Church Mental Health Summit, participants will be equipped with practical tools, engage with biblically-based resources, and learn research-developed strategies to support mental health.
  • "We're grateful to help present the Church Mental Health Summit," said Chris Adams, Executive Director, Mental Health & the Church Initiative, Biola's Rosemead School of Psychology.

Nielsen's Gracenote Unveils New Program to Streamline FAST Channel and Content Distribution

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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AMSTERDAM, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Gracenote, the global content solutions business unit of Nielsen, today unveiled a new program developed to help content publishers and broadcasters of all sizes get their Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV (FAST) channels and programming distributed by major streaming platforms more easily. Leveraging advanced data enrichment services, the Gracenote FAST Program will help Gracenote customers accelerate time-to-market for their FAST offerings just as they become increasingly important to their overall content monetization strategies.

Key Points: 
  • Leveraging advanced data enrichment services, the Gracenote FAST Program will help Gracenote customers accelerate time-to-market for their FAST offerings just as they become increasingly important to their overall content monetization strategies.
  • Now that FAST has grown up, content owners are realizing the need for high-quality normalized metadata and connected content IDs to facilitate distribution on streaming platforms, drive program and channel visibility as well as increase viewership.
  • Gracenote FAST Program participants that submit their channel portfolios directly to Gracenote benefit from expert enrichment of editorial and contextual data plus access to rich program imagery which drive increased channel engagement.
  • Assignment of Gracenote IDs to participants' content streamlines placement on major streaming platforms through Gracenote Listing Distribution Services and enables easier content discovery.

NDRI Receives $3.7 Million Grant from NIH to Continue the Development of NDRI’s Human Tissue and Organs for Research Resource (HTORR) Program

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
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This new three-year award for NDRI’s Human Tissue and Organs for Research Resource (HTORR) Program parent grant extends the NIH’s ongoing funding support for HTORR to 35 consecutive years.

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  • This new three-year award for NDRI’s Human Tissue and Organs for Research Resource (HTORR) Program parent grant extends the NIH’s ongoing funding support for HTORR to 35 consecutive years.
  • The HTORR Program supports investigators across the full spectrum of research with access to normal and diseased human biospecimens.
  • “NDRI is grateful to the NIH for the support of our expanding HTORR program,” said Bill Leinweber, President and CEO of NDRI.
  • This grant renewal includes multiple enhancements such as a new Pilot Program, Pathology Service Options, and a Pathology Consultant Committee.

Nielsen's Gracenote Fuels Prisma Media's Streaming Ambitions in France

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023
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PARIS, Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Gracenote, the content solutions business unit of Nielsen, is helping Prisma Media, the leading French digital and magazine publisher group owned by Vivendi, transform its Télé-Loisirs offerings into go-to resources for what to watch on France's most popular streaming video platforms. By providing comprehensive information and rich imagery for major Subscription Video On Demand (SVOD) catalog programming including Amazon Prime Video, Canal+, Disney+, Netflix and Paramount+, Gracenote is elevating the Télé-Loisirs website and mobile app to the next level.

Key Points: 
  • Prisma's Télé-Loisirs products now deliver more visually-driven navigation, more powerful search capabilities and more personalized program recommendations based on the integration of the Gracenote Streaming Video Catalogs data offering.
  • "Prisma Media has long been a primary resource for viewers on linear TV program information in France but they saw an opportunity to capitalize on the rise of streaming," said Vikram Kulkarni, VP, Strategic Initiatives, EMEA at Gracenote.
  • "We're delighted to be working with Gracenote, and we believe the new collaboration will enable us to reinforce our position as leader in entertainment content in France."
  • Prisma Media is the leading print and digital content publisher in France whose portfolio of recognizable brands includes Femme Actuelle, GEO, Capital, Voici and Télé-Loisirs.

Ascertain Announces Leadership Team With Appointment of CEO Mark Michalski, M.D. and Executive Chairman Gregg Fergus

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023
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NEW YORK, Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ascertain, a healthcare AI company creation platform, today announced the formation of its leadership team with the appointment of CEO Mark Michalski, M.D. and Executive Chairman, Gregg Fergus. Michalski and Fergus will lead Ascertain in its mission to merge deep technical, operational, and clinical expertise to deliver high-quality, equitable, and affordable healthcare.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ascertain, a healthcare AI company creation platform, today announced the formation of its leadership team with the appointment of CEO Mark Michalski, M.D.
  • Michalski and Fergus will lead Ascertain in its mission to merge deep technical, operational, and clinical expertise to deliver high-quality, equitable, and affordable healthcare.
  • Michalski brings two decades of executive leadership experience to Ascertain.
  • This expansion of its leadership team is part of Ascertain's ongoing efforts to build a world-class, interdisciplinary AI team to create and support its portfolio companies.

GNC Now Offers Free Healthcare Services to Most Loyal Customers Through Upgraded GNC PRO Access Program

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023
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PITTSBURGH, July 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- GNC, the global powerhouse in health and wellness, announced today the launch of its free supplemental healthcare service, GNC Health, available exclusively to GNC PRO Access members and as part of the brand's reimagined loyalty program. As consumers nationwide are feeling the pain of rising healthcare costs, GNC is committed to its mission to help their most loyal customers save money by providing free healthcare services.

Key Points: 
  • As consumers nationwide are feeling the pain of rising healthcare costs, GNC is committed to its mission to help their most loyal customers save money by providing free healthcare services.
  • In addition to the exclusive GNC Health offering, PRO members receive 10% Cash Back Rewards on every purchase, one free GNC bar or drink with purchase every month and free expedited shipping.
  • For more information or to sign up for GNC Pro Access, please visit Get GNC PRO Access For Premium Perks | GNC .
  • To learn more about GNC's loyalty program, visit MyGNCRewards.com or register for free in-store or online on the GNC Rewards app.

Liberty Hill Foundation Releases New Report "POWER OF PERSISTENCE: The Fight to End Neighborhood Oil Drilling in Los Angeles"

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Thursday, July 13, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, July 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On July 13, 2023, Liberty Hill Foundation announced the release of its new Power of Persistence Report, highlighting the decade-long battle local residents and community organizers have fought to end toxic neighborhood oil drilling in Los Angeles.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, July 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On July 13, 2023, Liberty Hill Foundation announced the release of its new Power of Persistence Report, highlighting the decade-long battle local residents and community organizers have fought to end toxic neighborhood oil drilling in Los Angeles.
  • The Power of Persistence Report recounts the story of L.A.'s hard-fought victory for environmental justice.
  • The Power of Persistence Report was published by Liberty Hill Foundation and authored by community leaders, organizers, researchers, and attorneys involved in the fight to end neighborhood oil drilling.
  • For more information about the Power of Persistence Report or any of Liberty Hill's environmental justice work, please contact Courtney Kassel, Chief Communications Officer, at [email protected] .