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Pliant Therapeutics Presentations at the Annual Meeting of the Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer Highlight PLN-101095, A Novel Inhibitor of Integrins αvβ8 and αvβ1

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Monday, November 6, 2023

These posters were presented as part of the 38th Annual Meeting of the Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer (SITC) held November 1 - 5, 2023.

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  • These posters were presented as part of the 38th Annual Meeting of the Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer (SITC) held November 1 - 5, 2023.
  • Expression of αvβ1 protein was evaluated across a diverse set of human tumor tissues and cancer-associated fibroblasts (CAF) to investigate its functional role in cancer biology.
  • PLN-101095, a selective small molecule inhibitor of αvβ8 and αvβ1 integrins, was evaluated in combination with anti-mPD-1 on fibrotic markers in the EMT6 tumor model.
  • PLN-101095, a selective small molecule inhibitor of αvβ8 and αvβ1 integrins, was assessed in preclinical models of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDA).

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems Awarded $218 Million to Expand Artillery Production

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Monday, October 2, 2023

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS), a business unit of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), announced today it was awarded a $218 million initial task order for 155mm M1128 Load, Assemble, and Pack (LAP). The task order, awarded under a $974 million multiyear firm-fixed-price U.S. Army contract awarded to OTS and another company, includes funding for M1128 facilitization and production at OTS's operations in Camden, Arkansas.

Key Points: 
  • ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS), a business unit of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), announced today it was awarded a $218 million initial task order for 155mm M1128 Load, Assemble, and Pack (LAP).
  • The task order, awarded under a $974 million multiyear firm-fixed-price U.S. Army contract awarded to OTS and another company, includes funding for M1128 facilitization and production at OTS's operations in Camden, Arkansas.
  • OTS was awarded a similar contract in February 2023 for M795 LAP facilitization of 20,000 rounds per month.
  • General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world.

Washington OSPI Recommends Curriculum Associates' i-Ready® as a Rapid Automatized Naming (RAN) Assessment for Early Screening of Dyslexia

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023

NORTH BILLERICA, Mass., March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) recently named i-Ready's Rapid Automatized Naming (RAN) Literacy Tasks as a recommended RAN assessment for the early screening of dyslexia. Now, districts throughout Washington State can use the award-winning i-Ready program with its additional offline assessment tasks to identify indicators and areas of weakness that are highly predictive of future reading difficulty, including phonological awareness, phonemic awareness, letter sound knowledge, and rapid naming skills.

Key Points: 
  • NORTH BILLERICA, Mass., March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) recently named i-Ready's Rapid Automatized Naming (RAN) Literacy Tasks as a recommended RAN assessment for the early screening of dyslexia.
  • "When screening for dyslexia, it is imperative that educators have a valid and reliable assessment such as i-Ready," said Rob Waldron, CEO of Curriculum Associates.
  • According to the Washington OSPI, the RAN assessment is a requirement of the early screening of dyslexia under E2SSB 6162-Early Screening of Dyslexia.
  • The recommended RAN assessment screens students' skills in rapid automatized naming and are required to include four assessment options, including colors, numbers, letters, and familiar objects.

InventHelp Inventor Develops New Vehicle Lap Tray (MHO-244)

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Wednesday, February 22, 2023

PITTSBURGH, Feb. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- "I thought there should be a stable and secure lap tray for use in the car," said an inventor, from Hephzibah, Ga., "so I invented the LAP PRO.

Key Points: 
  • PITTSBURGH, Feb. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- "I thought there should be a stable and secure lap tray for use in the car," said an inventor, from Hephzibah, Ga., "so I invented the LAP PRO.
  • The invention provides a convenient way to hold food and beverages when traveling in a vehicle.
  • The invention features a versatile and adjustable design that is easy to use so it is ideal for vehicle owners, travelers, etc.
  • The original design was submitted to the National sales office of InventHelp.

Atlas Reselected to Support Federal Aid Projects by the Georgia Department of Transportation

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Wednesday, October 19, 2022

The LAP program guides and supports local public agencies to manage activities on projects that receive Federal-aid funding through a set of standard policies.

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  • The LAP program guides and supports local public agencies to manage activities on projects that receive Federal-aid funding through a set of standard policies.
  • This will include projects that will potentially receive funding from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA).
  • In Georgia, over 20 percent of the national Federal-aid program is administered by local public agencies, which can represent several hundreds of projects annually.
  • To learn more about Atlas innovations for transportation, commercial, water, government, education, and industrial markets, visit https://www.oneatlas.com .

Los Angeles' Leading Expert, Dr. David G. Davtyan, Recognized as a 2022 Top Patient Rated LA Bariatric Weight Loss Surgeon

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Monday, October 10, 2022

LOS ANGELES , Oct. 10, 2022   /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Board-certified in surgery and bariatric medicine, Dr. David G. Davtyan is one of the most respected bariatric weight loss surgeon s that the Los Angeles area has to offer. He has been selected as a 2022 Top Patient Rated LA Bariatric Surgeon as a result of five-star ratings and positive reviews from patients through reputable online sources. Find Local Doctors is a user-friendly online directory, that helps consumers connect with skilled physicians in their area. Many satisfied patients have commented on the unmatched surgical skill, attention to detail and ability to put them at ease as they embark on the exciting journey to lose weight and reclaim their health.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Oct. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Board-certified in surgery and bariatric medicine, Dr. David G. Davtyan is one of the most respected bariatric weight loss surgeon s that the Los Angeles area has to offer.
  • He has been selected as a 2022 Top Patient Rated LA Bariatric Surgeon as a result of five-star ratings and positive reviews from patients through reputable online sources.
  • At his clinic, The Weight Loss Surgery Center of Los Angeles, his team offers patients comprehensive medical and surgical weight loss solutions.
  • At The Weight Loss Surgery Center of Los Angeles, he offers a wide range of medical endoscopic, surgical and minimally invasive weight loss procedures with excellent outcomes.

Guaranteed Rate Launches One of The Most Extensive Spanish Language Mortgage Program in the US Housing Market

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Thursday, September 22, 2022

CHICAGO, Sept. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Guaranteed Rate, a leader in mortgage lending and digital financial services, today unveils an expanded Language Access Program (LAP). This program delivers every step and communication within the mortgage experience entirely in Spanish, leveraging both language and nuanced cultural references to deliver a superior user experience for people who only speak or prefer to interact in Spanish. Accessible to consumers in all 50 states, this launch is a major milestone in the company's constantly expanding commitment to the Hispanic community and the Limited English Proficiency (LEP) community at large.  

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, Sept. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Guaranteed Rate, a leader in mortgage lending and digital financial services, today unveils an expanded Language Access Program (LAP).
  • "The rapidly growing Latino population has faced language barriers in the mortgage application process for way too long," says Camilo Escalante, Executive Director of Diverse Segments at Guaranteed Rate.
  • Guaranteed Rate walks customers through the loan estimates and closing disclosures in Spanish, with a real time digital version the customer can print/save as reference."
  • LAP infrastructure allows Guaranteed Rate and its Language Certified Loan Originators in all 50 states to now market, advertise, and solicit business in Spanish.

BigLever Announces the Addition of Sales Leader, Jim Browne, to Accelerate Market Expansion

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Tuesday, September 20, 2022

BigLever Software, the long-standing leader in Product Line Engineering (PLE), announced today that Jim Browne has joined the organization in the role of Senior Director of Remote Sales.

Key Points: 
  • BigLever Software, the long-standing leader in Product Line Engineering (PLE), announced today that Jim Browne has joined the organization in the role of Senior Director of Remote Sales.
  • Browne will direct the sales strategies for the company, with a focus on increasing BigLevers global footprint in the automotive, aerospace, defense, manufacturing, and medical device industries.
  • BigLever Software pioneered feature-based product line engineering (PLE) and led the charge to establish the international standard ISO/IEC 26580.
  • From midsize companies to the worlds largest enterprises, BigLever helps make engineering complex system families simpler and more competitive.

Attorney Catherine Reeves Selected for National Leadership Program

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Monday, August 8, 2022

HARRISBURG, Pa., Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Metzger Wickersham is pleased to announce Attorney Catherine "Cat" N. Reeves has been selected to join the 2022-2023 National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA) Leadership Advancement Program (LAP) .

Key Points: 
  • HARRISBURG, Pa., Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Metzger Wickersham is pleased to announce Attorney Catherine "Cat" N. Reeves has been selected to join the 2022-2023 National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA) Leadership Advancement Program (LAP) .
  • This year-long program helps develop mid-career Asian Pacific American attorneys' skills, while also offering opportunities such as developing peer relationships and networking.
  • Reeves is a dedicated and detail-oriented attorney who believes in taking a hands-on approach.
  • Everyone at Metzger Wickersham wishes Cat continued success as she flourishes in a leadership role with the NAPABA Leadership Advancement Program.

Tuya Announces Matter-compatible Solutions in Close Collaboration with Amazon Alexa

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Monday, July 25, 2022

Currently, Tuya is collaborating with Amazon Alexa to add support for FFS.

Key Points: 
  • Currently, Tuya is collaborating with Amazon Alexa to add support for FFS.
  • Back in 2020, Tuya completed the solutions and platform integration of FFS for Wi-Fi devices, which can directly connect Tuya devices to Amazon Echo via Wi-Fi and app control.
  • As a solution provider partner of Amazon Alexa, Tuya provides hardware and software development support for Alexa Voice Service (AVS) solution and Amazon Skills.
  • Through continuous collaboration with Amazon Alexa and support for Matter, Tuya strengthens its efforts to innovate and transform the future of connectivity.