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Filippo Berio announces exclusive partnership with Alzheimer's Drug Discovery Foundation, supporting critical research and brain health

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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LYNDHURST, N.J., April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Filippo Berio, one of the nation's top-selling and longstanding olive oil brands, has established an exclusive partnership with the Alzheimer's Drug Discovery Foundation to raise awareness for Alzheimer's disease and contribute crucial funds to support groundbreaking research aimed at finding a cure for Alzheimer's and related dementias. The collaboration is a natural fit, given the growing body of research that indicates properties in olive oil may not only play a pivotal role in cardiovascular health but also provide important benefits to brain health. The partnership aims to increase overall awareness of lifestyle changes, including a healthy diet, that may positively affect brain health, which can help consumers to make healthier, informed choices.

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  • The collaboration is a natural fit, given the growing body of research that indicates properties in olive oil may not only play a pivotal role in cardiovascular health but also provide important benefits to brain health.
  • The partnership aims to increase overall awareness of lifestyle changes, including a healthy diet, that may positively affect brain health, which can help consumers to make healthier, informed choices.
  • Studies indicate that consuming olive oil may have protective effects on the brain and reduce the risk of Alzheimer's."
  • This will be the second consecutive year Filippo Berio is supporting one of the ADDF's signature fundraising events.

Rewilding America Now Appoints Dr. Ross MacPhee as Scientific Advisor/Spokesperson to Preserve Wild Horses and Promote Environmental Conservation

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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Using both fossils and modern genomic methods, he and his colleagues seek to show that all modern horses, whether domestic or wild, have ancestries that ultimately originated in North America.

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  • Using both fossils and modern genomic methods, he and his colleagues seek to show that all modern horses, whether domestic or wild, have ancestries that ultimately originated in North America.
  • "His extensive knowledge and experience will be invaluable in our efforts to protect America's wild horses and promote environmental conservation.
  • Dr. Ross MacPhee shared his vision, "I am really looking forward to expanding the strategy and influence for RAN's critical advocacy efforts.
  • RAN's appointment of Dr. MacPhee as Director of Science marks a significant step towards attaining their goal of rewilding America and preserving its natural heritage.

Markle President Beth Cobert Announces Departure from Foundation; Board Announces Interim Leader

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Thursday, January 11, 2024
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The Board has announced that it has begun its search for a new President, and that Ellen V. Futter, former President of the American Museum of Natural History and of Barnard College, will serve as Markle's Interim President.

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  • The Board has announced that it has begun its search for a new President, and that Ellen V. Futter, former President of the American Museum of Natural History and of Barnard College, will serve as Markle's Interim President.
  • "When I joined the Markle Foundation, my mission was to make a measurable impact on improving access to economic opportunities for millions of Americans," said Cobert.
  • I'm so proud of and thankful to the Markle Foundation team, our partners, and the Markle Board for our work together over the years."
  • "On behalf of the Markle Board, I want to thank Beth for her enormous contributions and dedicated years of service to the Markle Foundation," said Suzanne Nora Johnson, Board Chair.

18th Double Helix Medals dinner raises more than $10 million

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Monday, November 27, 2023
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COLD SPRING HARBOR, N.Y., Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On November 15, Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) held its 18th annual Double Helix Medals dinner (DHMD) at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City.

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  • COLD SPRING HARBOR, N.Y., Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On November 15, Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) held its 18th annual Double Helix Medals dinner (DHMD) at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City.
  • CBS journalist Lesley Stahl returned to emcee the awards dinner, which honored Neri Oxman & William Ackman and 2018 Nobel laureate Jim Allison.
  • After receiving the Double Helix Medal, Oxman and Ackman announced an extraordinary gift, further breaking the event's fundraising record to support scientific research and education at CSHL.
  • Since the inaugural gala in 2006 honoring Muhammed Ali, the DHMD has raised over $60 million to support CSHL's biological research and education programs.

WINNERS ANNOUNCED AT THE 2023 CFDA FASHION AWARDS PRESENTED BY AMAZON FASHION

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023
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NEW YORK, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) celebrated the winners and honorees of the 2023 CFDA Fashion Awards presented by Amazon Fashion.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) celebrated the winners and honorees of the 2023 CFDA Fashion Awards presented by Amazon Fashion.
  • Demi Moore, introduced by the President of Amazon Fashion, Muge Erdirik Dogan, gave the Innovation Award presented by Amazon Fashion to goop.
  • The CFDA Fashion Awards presented by Amazon Fashion took place on Monday, November 6th at the American Museum of Natural History.
  • Transportation for the CFDA Fashion Awards presented by Amazon Fashion was provided by Genesis.

GT Medical Technologies, Inc. Nominated for Prix Galien USA 2023 Award by Galien Foundation in Best Medical Device Category for Company's GammaTile® Therapy

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Thursday, October 26, 2023
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TEMPE, Ariz., Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- GT Medical Technologies, Inc. a medical device company dedicated to improving the lives of patients with brain tumors, today announced that its FDA-cleared GammaTile® Therapy has been nominated for a Prix Galien USA 2023 Award for Best Medical Technology by the Galien Foundation.

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  • TEMPE, Ariz., Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- GT Medical Technologies, Inc. a medical device company dedicated to improving the lives of patients with brain tumors, today announced that its FDA-cleared GammaTile® Therapy has been nominated for a Prix Galien USA 2023 Award for Best Medical Technology by the Galien Foundation.
  • "It is an honor to be nominated for this prestigious award that recognizes innovators in the life sciences," said GT Medical Technologies CEO Matthew Likens.
  • GT Medical Technologies is among the more than 20 other entries nominated for the Best Medical Technology award .
  • According the Galien Foundation, since 2007, the Prix Galien USA has been America's preeminent prize acknowledging the leading-edge of scientific advances in life sciences.

Old school paleo artist paints the picture of Jurassic life and landscapes for Dinosaur Ridge visitors

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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The few so-called paleo artists who create art without the aid of digital tools are heading the way of the dinosaurs.

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  • The few so-called paleo artists who create art without the aid of digital tools are heading the way of the dinosaurs.
  • In the scenes, plant life is sparse and shallow waterways attract animals to the flat land that later uplifted to form Colorado's Rocky Mountains.
  • The new paintings will be displayed in the Dinosaur Ridge Discovery Center to show visitors what the area was like when gigantic sauropods and smaller meat-eaters populated the area.
  • Jefferson County Open Space acquired Dinosaur Ridge the same year the Interior Department designated the Morrison Fossil Area National Natural Landmark, in 1973.

PARKS GROUP HONORS SUBARU OF AMERICA FOR YEARS-LONG COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING AMERICA'S NATIONAL PARKS

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Friday, October 13, 2023
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NEW YORK, Oct. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA) honored Subaru of America, Inc. with the Centennial Leadership Award at its New York Gala for the automaker's ongoing commitment and support for our national parks.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA) honored Subaru of America, Inc. with the Centennial Leadership Award at its New York Gala for the automaker's ongoing commitment and support for our national parks.
  • NPCA's park expertise paired with Subaru's innovation and commitment to sustainability offered a unique opportunity to work together to keep millions of pounds of waste out of parks.
  • NPCA first partnered with Subaru in 2015 to help three national parks reduce their waste going to landfills as part of the Don't Feed the Landfills Initiative .
  • The successes and long-term impact of the waste reduction initiative can be attributed to the collaborative community-based approach in and around national parks.

The Galien Foundation Hosts 2023 Galien Week of Innovation to Honor Life Science Research

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
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NEW YORK, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Galien Foundation, the premier global institution dedicated to honoring innovators in life sciences, today announced the 2023 Galien Week of Innovation will draw together leaders from industry, government, science, and the research community from October 23-27. The Galien Week of Innovation presents an exclusive series of thematic webinars featuring nominees of the Prix Galien USA Awards, discussing hot button topics through the lens of the life-changing innovations brought to market. The three-day webinar series will lead up to the annual Galien Forum and Prix Galien Awards on October 26. To learn more and register for the Galien Week of Innovation, please visit our website here. 

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Galien Foundation, the premier global institution dedicated to honoring innovators in life sciences, today announced the 2023 Galien Week of Innovation will draw together leaders from industry, government, science, and the research community from October 23-27.
  • To learn more and register for the Galien Week of Innovation, please visit our website here.
  • The 2023 Galien Forum will be held on Thursday, October 26, at the Alexandria Center for Life Science in New York City.
  • 2023 Galien Forum & Prix Galien USA Awards Ceremony | Thursday, October 26
    7:30AM – 3:00PM ET: The Galien Forum will be held in-person and virtually at the Alexandria Center for Life Science.

2U Convenes Over 350 Academic and Industry Leaders for 2023 edX Global Forum

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
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LANHAM, Md., Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- 2U, Inc. (Nasdaq: TWOU), the company behind global online learning platform edX, this week convened more than 350 attendees from over 150 institutions and 17 countries at the 2023 edX Global Forum. The invite-only event celebrated the impact of the more than 4,300 online courses and programs on the edX platform and brought together diverse voices in education, business, and the nonprofit sector to share expertise and insights on how high-quality online education can create a better future for all.

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  • Top voices share insights and expertise to create a better future through online education; Curtin University presented with 2023 edX Prize for Exceptional Contributions in Teaching and Learning
    LANHAM, Md., Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- 2U, Inc. (Nasdaq: TWOU), the company behind global online learning platform edX, this week convened more than 350 attendees from over 150 institutions and 17 countries at the 2023 edX Global Forum.
  • Leaders shared their vision for increasing access and affordability, innovating online education delivery, meeting the needs of today's learners, and training the workforce of the future.
  • "Our partnership is an important tool in our toolkit, and my job is to give our team access to the world's best tools and resources."
  • "The future is in the hands of our students," said Barbara Snyder during a panel discussing the essential mission of the university.