Directorate of Research and Civil Affairs

Misophonia Research Fund Crosses $10M Invested: Announces New Cohort of Funded Researchers and Executive Director

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023
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Today, the Fund announces six recipients of its latest round of grants supporting scientific investigators who seek to characterize misophonia and develop new therapeutic strategies.

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  • Today, the Fund announces six recipients of its latest round of grants supporting scientific investigators who seek to characterize misophonia and develop new therapeutic strategies.
  • Powered by the uptick in misophonia investment and researcher participation, the Fund also welcomes its first Executive Director, Lauren Harte-Hargrove, PhD, who will work as a dedicated leader of the Fund to catalyze progress in misophonia.
  • “Our nationwide search landed the perfect person to lead the Misophonia Research Fund.
  • We’re thrilled to welcome her as MRF’s Executive Director and look forward to working together to advance misophonia research,” said Diane Miller, President of the REAM Foundation.

Science and Technology Daily: AI Governance Should Conform to Human Values

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Thursday, October 26, 2023
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Though the rapid development of AI technology has brought great opportunities, technical and ethical challenges also pose unpredictable risks on humanity.

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  • Though the rapid development of AI technology has brought great opportunities, technical and ethical challenges also pose unpredictable risks on humanity.
  • Responding to their concern, Liu Song, Vice president of PingCAP (Beijing) Technology Co. Ltd., said, "It is not AI that replaces human beings, but people who have mastered AI technology that replace people who have not."
  • He said that the Global AI Governance Initiative, issued by China on October 18, provides Chinese solution to the AI development.
  • The initiative systematically outlines China's proposals on AI governance from three aspects, namely, the development, security and governance of AI.

mbiomics Appoints Seasoned Microbiome Expert Christopher Weidenmaier as Chief Scientific Officer

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
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mbiomics today announced the appointment of Christopher Weidenmaier, PhD, as Chief Scientific Officer (CSO).

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  • mbiomics today announced the appointment of Christopher Weidenmaier, PhD, as Chief Scientific Officer (CSO).
  • Dr. Weidenmaier will contribute nearly 20 years of experience in the microbiome and infectious diseases fields and lead the company’s discovery and development efforts as they establish a pipeline of complex microbiome ecosystems product candidates.
  • Over the course of his career, Dr. Weidenmaier has successfully developed and led R&D efforts for next-generation microbiome products.
  • The appointment will strategically expand the mbiomics’ leadership team on its mission to harness the full potential of the microbiome to restore health and overcome disease.

Adial Pharmaceuticals to Host a Virtual Key Opinion Leader Webinar to Discuss the Unmet Need in Alcohol Use Disorder

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Thursday, September 28, 2023
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CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va., Sept. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Adial Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADIL) (“Adial” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing therapies for the treatment and prevention of addiction and related disorders, today announced that on October 4, 2023, at 2:15 p.m. Eastern Time, it will be hosting a LinkedIn Live Key Opinion Leader (KOL) webinar to discuss AUD, the current treatment landscape, and the need for non-abstinence-based therapeutics.

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  • The webinar will be a panel discussion between leading experts in the addiction field - Joseph Volpicelli, M.D., Ph.D, and Jonathan Hunt-Glassman, MBA - and moderated by Brookline Capital Senior Analyst and Director of Research, Kemp Dolliver.
  • Dr. Volpicelli is the Executive Director and founder of the Volpicelli Center for Addiction.
  • Dr. Volpicelli is a featured author of over 100 academic publications and two of his own books on addiction treatment.
  • He has over 17 years of experience in the healthcare industry, including UnitedHealth and Humana.

CentralReach Launches Scientific Advisory Board to Provide Strategic Guidance on the Autism and IDD Care Industry

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Thursday, September 21, 2023
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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Sept. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CentralReach , the leading provider of autism and IDD Care software, today announced that it has established a Scientific Advisory Board consisting of six leading voices in autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) care.

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  • FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Sept. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CentralReach , the leading provider of autism and IDD Care software, today announced that it has established a Scientific Advisory Board consisting of six leading voices in autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) care.
  • Leo Junquera has played an active role in the advancement of Autism and IDD Care through technology largely motivated by his son who is on the autism spectrum.
  • Summer Mingo, BCBA is a leading advocate for responsive, community-informed Autism and IDD Care services, and has been working toward building a neurodiversity paradigm into care and education.
  • To learn more about CentralReach’s Scientific Advisory Board and its members, visit: centralreach.com/about/scientific-advisory-board/ .

Intech Appoints Katherine Hardenbergh as Senior Vice President and Director of Research

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Sept. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Intech is pleased to announce the appointment of Katherine Hardenbergh as Senior Vice President and Director of Research, effective September 5, 2023.

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  • WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Sept. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Intech is pleased to announce the appointment of Katherine Hardenbergh as Senior Vice President and Director of Research, effective September 5, 2023.
  • In her new role, Hardenbergh will spearhead efforts to develop novel alpha signals, focusing on a broad application across global markets and strategies.
  • CEO Dr. Jose Marques stated, "Katherine embodies our innovative approach at Intech, bringing a wealth of experience that positions her as an invaluable asset.
  • Hardenbergh expressed enthusiasm for her new role, saying, "I’m thrilled to join Intech at such a pivotal time post-MBO and look forward to the company’s promising future.

SIGGRAPH 2023 Conference Commemorates 50 Years of Innovations With Growth in Contributed Works and In-person Attendees

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Friday, August 11, 2023
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CHICAGO, Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SIGGRAPH 2023, the premier conference and exhibition on computer graphics and interactive techniques, marks its 50th year of breakthroughs and innovation.

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  • CHICAGO, Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SIGGRAPH 2023, the premier conference and exhibition on computer graphics and interactive techniques, marks its 50th year of breakthroughs and innovation.
  • An international audience of more than 14,275 attendees from 78 countries enjoyed the conference and its Mobile and Virtual Access component.
  • "We've been a driving force for the expansion and growth in computer graphics for the last 50 years.
  • Mobile and Virtual Access showed strong engagement, with an average of 100 users per minute logging on to explore SIGGRAPH 2023 content.

IBM Announces Inaugural TechXchange Conference

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023
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Prior to the conference, IBM will also host TechXchange Community Day -- a celebration of unity, diversity, and innovation where user groups come together to create lasting connections and drive meaningful change. These pre-conference activities will bring together diverse IBM user groups and technical communities to foster collaboration, networking, and learning. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in on-site programs, connect with like-minded professionals, and contribute to tech-for-good projects.

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  • ARMONK, N.Y., Aug. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, IBM (NYSE: IBM) announced its first-ever TechXchange Conference, which will take place September 11 through September 14 at the MGM Grand Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada.
  • The IBM TechXchange Conference is a unique learning event designed by technologists for technologists who use IBM products and solutions.
  • Prior to the conference, IBM will also host TechXchange Community Day -- a celebration of unity, diversity, and innovation where user groups come together to create lasting connections and drive meaningful change.
  • For more information on the IBM TechXchange Conference, you can visit the conference homepage which includes details on registration, the session catalog, and the pre-event activities.

Parks Associates Addresses the Role of Connectivity and Devices for Consumers at Home and in Senior Living Settings at CONNECTIONS™ and Smart Spaces

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023
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DALLAS, July 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Parks Associates today announced the lineup for its CONNECTIONS™ and Smart Spaces virtual sessions hosted July 20, 2023, starting at 11 am CT US. The virtual sessions "New Era of Home Services" and "PropTech Market Evolution: Senior Living" feature speakers from Google, Bitdefender, National Institute on Aging, Council on Aging, iN2L + LifeLoop, Shipshape AI, Spintly, Thrive Center, Movement Interactive, and Zemplee.

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  • Parks Associates' most recent consumer data of 8,000 internet households underscores the role of connectivity and devices in modern living experiences.
  • Currently 91% of households have broadband internet, and 70% say it would be "very difficult" to be without home internet.
  • "Connectivity is enabling the home and other living environments to have new value through different applications, services, and the ability to connect systems together," said Jennifer Kent , VP, Parks Associates.
  • The Smart Spaces proptech virtual session , Thursday, July 20, 11:00 AM-12:30 PM CT, includes insight on how technology is leveraged in senior living environments.

Rockefeller Asset Management Names Tim Skiendzielewski Associate Portfolio Manager, Expanding its Small and SMid Cap Investing Team

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023
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Rockefeller Asset Management (“Rockefeller” or “the Firm”), the asset management arm of Rockefeller Capital Management, today announced the appointment of Tim Skiendzielewski, a respected investment management professional, as Associate Portfolio Manager for U.S. Small and SMid Cap strategies.

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  • Rockefeller Asset Management (“Rockefeller” or “the Firm”), the asset management arm of Rockefeller Capital Management, today announced the appointment of Tim Skiendzielewski, a respected investment management professional, as Associate Portfolio Manager for U.S. Small and SMid Cap strategies.
  • In his new role, Skiendzielewski will work closely with Jason Kotik, Lead Portfolio Manager for U.S. Small and SMid Cap strategies, assisting in the management of Rockefeller’s investment portfolios.
  • He also will support expansion of the firm’s Small and SMid Cap platform, including the launching of new strategies and vehicles.
  • “We are delighted to welcome Tim to Rockefeller Asset Management,” said Kotik, who worked previously with Skiendzielewski for more than a decade.