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High School Student Researchers Find New Brain Tumor Drug Targets Using AI

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023

GBM is the most aggressive and common malignant brain tumor, accounting for 16% of all primary brain tumors.

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  • GBM is the most aggressive and common malignant brain tumor, accounting for 16% of all primary brain tumors.
  • Olsen, a student at Sevenoaks School in Kent, UK, began interning at Insilico Medicine in 2021, after discovering her interest in neurobiology and technology.
  • Ren, a student at Shanghai High School International Division, has an interest in biology and biomarkers and joined them in the summer of 2022.
  • He discovered generative AI drug discovery company Insilico Medicine whose founder and CEO, Alex Zhavoronkov, PhD, connected him with Olsen.

Student Researchers Use UAE-Developed Generative AI Technology to Find New Brain Tumor Drug Targets

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023

GBM is the most aggressive and common malignant brain tumor, accounting for 16% of all primary brain tumors.

Key Points: 
  • GBM is the most aggressive and common malignant brain tumor, accounting for 16% of all primary brain tumors.
  • Olsen, a student at Sevenoaks School in Kent, UK, began interning at Insilico Medicine in 2021, after discovering her interest in neurobiology and technology.
  • He discovered generative AI drug discovery company Insilico Medicine whose founder and CEO, Alex Zhavoronkov, PhD, connected him with Olsen.
  • It really kick-started my entire career.”
    “I am truly impressed by the commitment of these young researchers,” says Zhavoronkov.

RGA Names Tony Cheng as President; Anna Manning to Retire at End of Year

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Wednesday, January 4, 2023

Consistent with her long-held plans, Manning will retire from her role as Chief Executive Officer on December 31, 2023.

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  • Consistent with her long-held plans, Manning will retire from her role as Chief Executive Officer on December 31, 2023.
  • “Tony is the right person to lead RGA into the future and to capitalize on the abundant opportunities we see ahead.
  • “I have had the great pleasure of working closely with Tony for many years and have seen firsthand the deep respect that RGA’s senior leadership has for him,” said Anna Manning, Chief Executive Officer, RGA.
  • Under Manning’s leadership, RGA further strengthened its position as a global life and health reinsurance leader and a Fortune 225 company.

Team Rubicon Announces Expansion of International Division to Serve Global Humanitarian Needs

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Thursday, August 18, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Veteran-led humanitarian organization Team Rubicon (TR) announces an expanded global focus through significant investments in International Programs on World Humanitarian Day, August 19, 2022. Specifically, Team Rubicon is increasing team capacity and expanding service partnerships and safely providing additional programs such as international medical support and training, water sanitation and hygiene (WASH), and crisis innovation.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Veteran-led humanitarian organization Team Rubicon (TR) announces an expanded global focus through significant investments in International Programs on World Humanitarian Day, August 19, 2022.
  • Art delaCruz, CEO of Team Rubicon, stated, "Team Rubicon is proud to have Under Armour and 1P.org as the key partners of our International Team.
  • Their early investment will fuel the expansion of the organization's international services and enable Team Rubicon to support vulnerable communities across the globe."
  • Team Rubicon is a veteran-led humanitarian organization that serves global communities before, during, and after disasters and crises.

Public Health Expert Kate Onyejekwe to Lead JSI's Washington Office

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Wednesday, January 19, 2022

WASHINGTON, Jan. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --John Snow, Inc. (JSI), is proud to announce that Kate Onyejekwe has been appointed to the position of International Division Washington, DC, office director.

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  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --John Snow, Inc. (JSI), is proud to announce that Kate Onyejekwe has been appointed to the position of International Division Washington, DC, office director.
  • My passion has always been to engender strong health systems and facilitate equitable health services for all.
  • "My passion has always been to serve people and communities around the world to engender strong health systems, build resilience, and facilitate equitable health services for all.
  • This role provides an even greater platform for the International Division, and JSI as a whole, to continue to shape and advance the global public health agenda," said Onyejekwe.

Focus Brands Bolsters Bench Strength in Brand and Category Leadership

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Tuesday, September 21, 2021

He has been working with the brand for 13 years and most recently served as vice president of operations.

Key Points: 
  • He has been working with the brand for 13 years and most recently served as vice president of operations.
  • Together, Karyn and Danielle will work with key leaders within the organization to enhance digital engagement, strategic initiatives, creative development and services across the Focus Brands categories and portfolio of brands.
  • She brings strong business acumen of the company's iconic brands and global business while also creating breakthrough marketing strategies and brand relevancy.
  • Atlanta-based Focus Brands is a leading developer of global multi-channel foodservice brands.