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Accelerator Grand Prix ACF AutoTech Announces Finalists for 7th Annual Contest, Spotlighting Top Global Automotive Startup Companies

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Monday, March 4, 2024

Grand Prix ACF AutoTech, an accelerator encouraging innovation amongst startup companies in the automotive industry, announces today the finalists for their 7th annual contest that spotlights the top automotive startup companies globally.

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  • Grand Prix ACF AutoTech, an accelerator encouraging innovation amongst startup companies in the automotive industry, announces today the finalists for their 7th annual contest that spotlights the top automotive startup companies globally.
  • “The six finalists were chosen from an impressive list of applicants – all poised to make an impact in the automotive sector,” says Richard de Cabrol, Directeur Général at Grand Prix ACF AutoTech, powered by ESSEC Automobile Club.
  • The Grand Prix ACF Finalists include:
    Genomines recovers metals from plants in order to produce nickel without any mine facilities.
  • Each year, Grand Prix ACF AutoTech holds a contest to choose the top automotive startup companies that will be nurtured by the accelerator.

Champagne Taittinger Announces Claudette Zepeda as US Candidate for the 56th Annual Prix Culinaire

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024

REIMS, France, Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Champagne Taittinger today announced Claudette Zepeda, award-winning, San Diego-based chef, as the United States candidate for the 56th annual Prix Culinaire. Having made history last year as the first chef to represent North America in the competition, Zepeda returns with an ambition to claim the grand prize amidst her final performance on this prestigious international stage.

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  • Following last year's historic performance, Claudette returns for her final run at the title win
    REIMS, France, Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Champagne Taittinger today announced Claudette Zepeda , award-winning, San Diego-based chef, as the United States candidate for the 56th annual Prix Culinaire .
  • "We are thrilled about Claudette Zepeda's return to the Prix Culinaire this year," said U.S. Committee President, Dominque Crenn.
  • "Last year, Claudette proved to us all that she embodies the innovation and cultural richness that the Prix Culinaire has always celebrated.
  • Her fearless style and bold approach to regional Mexican cuisine led her to becoming the first-ever candidate from North America.

SCOR supports actuarial science by presenting Actuarial Awards in six countries in 2023

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

The SCOR Actuarial Awards are recognized in the insurance and reinsurance industries as a mark of excellence.

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  • The SCOR Actuarial Awards are recognized in the insurance and reinsurance industries as a mark of excellence.
  • The Actuarial Awards in France are supported by the SCOR Corporate Foundation for Science, chaired by André Lévy-Lang.
  • The SCOR Actuarial Awards juries are composed of internationally recognized researchers and insurance, reinsurance and finance professionals.
  • In 2023, SCOR presented Actuarial Awards in six countries: France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland.

WINTER IS WONDERFUL: FOUR SEASONS HOTEL MINNEAPOLIS ROLLS OUT SEASONAL ACTIVITIES, FURTHER EXPANDING ITS FIVE-MONTH CELEBRATION OF WINTER

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Monday, December 4, 2023

MINNEAPOLIS, Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis continues its five-month celebration of winter, the Hotel is introducing a series of outdoor adventures to build upon the dining and shopping experience in Nordic Village, the guided sauna experience at The Spa and the Mediterranean meets Minnesota experience in Mara. Additionally, to keep guests warm and cosy throughout their activities of choice, the Hotel will soon be offering a selection of winter wear on loan from Canada Goose.

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  • "Our team at Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis believes in winter, and we believe in our community," says General Manager Florian Riedel .
  • When you stay with us, you'll get the best of both worlds: adventure by day and city by night."
  • From ice fishing and Nordic skiing to snowshoeing, curling and more, Hotel residents and guests are invited to enjoy seasonal activities best experienced in Minnesota.
  • Favourites from the Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis team are all within 45 minutes of the Hotel and include:
    Ice Fishing on Lake Minnetonka : Few things are as Northern as standing in the cold, waiting for the fish to bite.

Cascades once again recognized for its social and environmental commitment

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Friday, November 24, 2023

"We're proud and humbled to receive these honours, which recognize our continuous efforts to improve our social and environmental footprint.

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  • "We're proud and humbled to receive these honours, which recognize our continuous efforts to improve our social and environmental footprint.
  • The Prix Prospère Employeur Innovant, awarded by the Conseil du patronat du Québec, celebrates Cascades' culture and inspiring human resources management practices.
  • Cascades was awarded the Prix Engagement communautaire by the Conseil des entreprises en technologies environnementales du Québec (CETEQ) for its employees' involvement in numerous organizations and its commitment to environmental awareness and education.
  • Cascades' shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol CAS.

Roberto Morandotti wins Acfas Urgel-Archambault award

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Friday, November 17, 2023

Professor at INRS's Centre Énergie Matériaux Télécommunications since 2003, he is this year's recipient of the Acfas Urgel-Archambault award for outstanding scientists.

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  • Professor at INRS's Centre Énergie Matériaux Télécommunications since 2003, he is this year's recipient of the Acfas Urgel-Archambault award for outstanding scientists.
  • Thanks to the excellence of our teams, we have nothing to envy other laboratories on the planet," says professor Morandotti.
  • "Roberto Morandotti is a world-renowned professor who has revolutionized the field of nonlinear and quantum optics, as well as its technological applications.
  • Finally, it is a great honor for Roberto Morandotti to promote science and its advancement to the younger generation.

Volta Medical Named Best Startup at Prix Galien USA Awards 2023

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

MARSEILLE, France, Nov. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Volta Medical, a pioneering health technology company developing artificial intelligence (AI) solutions to assist electrophysiologist physicians in treating complex cardiac arrhythmias such as atrial fibrillation (AF), today announced it has won the prestigious Prix Galien Award for Best Startup.

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  • MARSEILLE, France, Nov. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Volta Medical, a pioneering health technology company developing artificial intelligence (AI) solutions to assist electrophysiologist physicians in treating complex cardiac arrhythmias such as atrial fibrillation (AF), today announced it has won the prestigious Prix Galien Award for Best Startup.
  • “This recognition by Prix Galien is a testament to Volta’s commitment to providing personalized and effective AI solutions to improve clinical outcomes for patients suffering from AF.
  • This would not have been possible without the incredible team at Volta and clinicians who trailblazed a path that resulted in Volta’s AF-Xplorer,” said Theophile Mohr-Durdez, Volta Medical CEO and co-founder.
  • The Prix Galien, often considered the industry's equivalent of the Nobel Prize, is the highest accolade for life sciences research and development.

P.F. Chang's debuts limited-time seasonal menu and special offers to celebrate the holidays

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of the upcoming holidays, P.F. Chang's® is announcing special offers and its newest limited-time menu – a culinary curation of seasonal items that showcase flavors from across Asia. Guests are invited to enjoy the limited-time menu and unwrap festive treats including gift card rewards and extra perks for P.F. Chang's Gold Rewards members, now through early 2024.

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  • Chang's® is announcing special offers and its newest limited-time menu – a culinary curation of seasonal items that showcase flavors from across Asia.
  • Guests are invited to enjoy the limited-time menu and unwrap festive treats including gift card rewards and extra perks for P.F.
  • Chang's.
  • Chang's limited-time seasonal menu, holiday celebrations, special offers and gift cards, please visit pfchangs.com.

The Galien Foundation Honors 2023 Prix Galien Award Recipients

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Friday, October 27, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Prix Galien USA Committees honored excellence and innovation in life sciences during the Prix Galien USA Forum and 17h annual Prix Galien Awards Gala last night at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City. The USA Committees, composed of 20 committee members, 12 subcommittee members and 20 advisory board members, represented renowned leaders from the biomedical industry and academia. With three Nobel Laureates, these groups honored this year's award winners in the following categories: "Best Biotechnology Product," "Best Pharmaceutical Product," "Best Product for Rare/Orphan Diseases," "Best Medical Technology," "Best Digital Health Solution," "Incubators, Accelerators and Equity" and "Best Startup."

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  • "We are delighted to extend the Prix Galien legacy to another distinguished cohort of winners who have demonstrated the unparalleled skill, innovation, and dedication required across the life sciences industry," said Bruno Cohen, Chairman of The Galien Foundation.
  • "Our Awards Committee, Prix Galien Alumni, and all members of The Galien Foundation extend our gratitude to each winner and nominee, and we look forward to witnessing their impact on the future of global healthcare."
  • The Prix Galien Awards were created in 1970 by Roland Mehl in honor of Galien, the father of medical science and modern pharmacology, to recognize outstanding innovation and scientific advancement.
  • With chapters in 14 countries and Africa, and an inaugural chapter being established in India in 2024, Prix Galien is regarded worldwide as the equivalent of the Nobel Prize for the life science industry.

Legendary Animator Bill Plympton to Appear at Portland Festival of Cinema, Animation & Technology's August Event at OMSI

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023

PORTLAND, Ore., July 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Portland Festival of Cinema, Animation and Technology (PFCAT) is pleased to announce that legendary director and animator Bill Plympton will be in attendance at the 2023 Portland Festival of Cinema, Animation & Technology on August 4th at 8pm.

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  • PORTLAND, Ore., July 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Portland Festival of Cinema, Animation and Technology (PFCAT) is pleased to announce that legendary director and animator Bill Plympton will be in attendance at the 2023 Portland Festival of Cinema, Animation & Technology on August 4th at 8pm.
  • This special event will be held at the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry's (OMSI) Empirical Theater.
  • Admission to this special event is $25 and includes the screening, presentation and reception at Theory Restaurant.
  • After the screening and presentation, Plympton will sign autographs and offer complimentary sketches to audience members.