Louisiana State University Shreveport

Louisiana Pecan Company Adapts and Innovates Amidst Tariff Challenges, Led by an Immigrant's Vision and a Louisiana Native's Passion

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023
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The state's vibrant culture and lush pecan orchards enchanted his wife, Laura, a Louisiana native.

Key Points: 
  • The state's vibrant culture and lush pecan orchards enchanted his wife, Laura, a Louisiana native.
  • Together, they established Louisiana Pecan Company as a side hustle.
  • Today, their combined vision stands as a testament to innovation, adaptability, and resilience, especially amidst the challenges of international tariffs affecting the pecan industry.
  • Keyvan Shahrdar reflects, "From the classrooms of LSU Shreveport to the pecan orchards of Louisiana, our journey with Louisiana Pecan Company has been filled with challenges and triumphs.

LSUS Computer Science Professor Develops Accounting Chatbot to Improve Efficiency, Reduce Errors

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Thursday, April 27, 2023
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LSU Shreveport computer science professor Keyvan Shahrdar has developed a tool to lighten the load on accountants.

Key Points: 
  • LSU Shreveport computer science professor Keyvan Shahrdar has developed a tool to lighten the load on accountants.
  • Meet ChatbotCPA , a computer program that harnesses artificial intelligence and advanced natural language processing and machine learning to understand – and complete – tasks.
  • Shahrdar generated the idea when his wife, accountant Laura Shahrdar , was describing the time-consuming steps in current accounting practices.
  • Keyvan Shahrdar said he's received interest from a top 25 accounting firm in the U.S. among other potential clients.

"Computer, Reconcile the Bank Account": Shahrdar Enterprises' ChatBotCPA Boldly Goes Where No Accounting Software Has Gone Before

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Wednesday, April 5, 2023
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In an innovative leap that would make Captain Kirk proud, ChatBotCPA is revolutionizing the world of accounting by streamlining the bank reconciliation process.

Key Points: 
  • In an innovative leap that would make Captain Kirk proud, ChatBotCPA is revolutionizing the world of accounting by streamlining the bank reconciliation process.
  • ChatBotCPA, an AI-based program developed by Mr. Shahrdar that enables users to communicate through Microsoft Teams with accounting systems using natural language to reconcile bank accounts, retrieve transaction information from clients and their QuickBooks accounts, and more.
  • Shahrdar Enteprises have already begun implementing ChatBotCPA in some of the largest CPA firms in the United States, providing them with a competitive advantage.
  • Successful implementation requires collaboration between the client's internal IT department and Shahrdar Enterprises to integrate the software into existing systems seamlessly.

College Faculty Can Now Use AI to Coach Students on Long-form Essay Writing

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Thursday, November 17, 2022
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CHICAGO, Nov. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Packback, whose inquiry-based online discussion platform is used at hundreds of colleges around the country, today announced the launch of Deep Dives, an AI-enabled coach developed to help students improve their writing. Rooted in a body of evidence that real-time feedback can play a critical role in helping students master writing and research skills, Deep Dives is designed to not only to guide students throughout every stage of the writing process, but also streamline grading to enable instructors to focus on deeper and more substantive support.

Key Points: 
  • "What makes Packback's approach unique is that it levels the playing field for all students, regardless of skill level.
  • These metrics help students improve their writing on their own time, independent from feedback from their instructor.
  • "The past two years have, in many ways, widened existing gaps in writing proficiency that cause students to fall behind in their academic progress.
  • Together with our school and district partners, we're working to make the writing process more engaging and meaningful, in ways that will inspire students to keep writing throughout their college journey and beyond."

Money Vehicle Roars onto University Campuses at LSU, the SCIAC Conference, and Greek Organizations

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Wednesday, August 31, 2022
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MIAMI, Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Money Vehicle, a leading EdTech company dedicated to closing the U.S. financial literacy gap, is announcing that its virtual financial literacy course has officially launched with the Louisiana State University (LSU) Athletic Department, the Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SCIAC), and national Greek organizations Tau Kappa Epsilon, Alpha Tau Omega, and Delta Sigma Phi.

Key Points: 
  • Money Vehicle Roars onto University Campuses at LSU, the SCIAC Conference, and Greek Organizations
    Money Vehicle is officially in use on the campuses of LSU, Chapman University, Occidental College, the California Institute of Technology, Pomona College, University of Redlands, Whittier College, California Lutheran University, Claremont-Mudd-Scripps Colleges, and the University of La Verne.
  • Money Vehicle is out to show students that this investment in themselves won't be a burden, but instead will empower them to employ their paycheck!"
  • Money Vehicle is a team of former financial advisors, educators, and instructional designers, with a mission to close the financial literacy gap.
  • With decades of collective experience, Money Vehicle has developed an interactive textbook, a standards-based curriculum, and the resources for in-classroom instruction.

Performance Physical Therapy Announces New Independent Director Appointment to Board

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Wednesday, April 13, 2022
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PROVIDENCE, R.I., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Performance Physical Therapy ("Performance"or the "Company"), a leading New England-based physical therapy platform helping patients of all ages achieve optimal physical function – fitness, wellness, and rehabilitation – announces the appointment of Sharon Dunn as a new independent Board Member.

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  • PROVIDENCE, R.I., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Performance Physical Therapy ("Performance"or the "Company"), a leading New England-based physical therapy platform helping patients of all ages achieve optimal physical function fitness, wellness, and rehabilitation announces the appointment of Sharon Dunn as a new independent Board Member.
  • Sharon just completed her second term as the American Physical Therapy Association's ("APTA") president and is a board-certified clinical specialist in orthopedic physical therapy.
  • She has been instrumental in previous leadership roles including being a director on APTA's board, serving as president of the Louisiana Physical Therapy Association, and director of the Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Residency for Lousiana State University Health Shreveport.
  • Locally owned and operated by physical therapists, Performance Physical Therapy has been nationally recognized as an industry leader.

Aethlon Medical Announces Third Quarter Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update

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Monday, February 14, 2022
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SAN DIEGO, Feb. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Aethlon Medical, Inc. (Nasdaq: AEMD), a company developing medical technology to treat cancer and life-threatening infectious diseases, today reported financial results for its third quarter ended December 31, 2021 and provided an update on recent developments. 

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  • SAN DIEGO, Feb. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Aethlon Medical, Inc. (Nasdaq: AEMD), a company developing medical technology to treat cancer and life-threatening infectious diseases, today reported financial results for its third quarter ended December 31, 2021 and provided an update on recent developments.
  • Financial Results for the Third Quarter Ended December 31, 2021
    At December 31, 2021, Aethlon Medical had a cash balance of approximately $20.4 million.
  • The Company will hold a conference call today, Monday, February 14, 2022 at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time to review financial results and recent corporate developments.
  • Aethlon Medical is a biotechnology company developing the Hemopurifier, a therapeutic blood filtration system indicated for infectious diseases and cancer.

JanOne Inc. Acquires an Option for the Rights to a Worldwide, Exclusive License for a Novel Strategy for Treating Methamphetamine Use Disorder

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Tuesday, December 7, 2021
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"The misuse of meth has steadily increased over the past few years, resulting in an epidemic rivaling the opioid crisis.

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  • "The misuse of meth has steadily increased over the past few years, resulting in an epidemic rivaling the opioid crisis.
  • Unlike opioids, however, there is no known antidote for methamphetamine overdoses and no FDA-approved treatment for methamphetamine use disorder.
  • JanOne Inc. anticipates initiating a drug discovery program in 2022, with the goal of identifying a preclinical IND-candidate in 2023.
  • LSU Health Shreveport has strong community support, fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion that promotes mutual respect for all.

Higher Ed CRM Leader Element451 Integrates With Covideo Further Enhancing Personalization for College Enrollment and Admissions Teams

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Monday, October 25, 2021
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For college admission teams looking to enhance relationships with prospective students, Element451 , an advanced student engagement CRM for higher ed institutions, today announced its integration with Covideo , a video messaging platform that makes it easy for college admission teams to create and send personalized videos through the Element451 platform directly to students' via text message or Element451's chat feature.

Key Points: 
  • For college admission teams looking to enhance relationships with prospective students, Element451 , an advanced student engagement CRM for higher ed institutions, today announced its integration with Covideo , a video messaging platform that makes it easy for college admission teams to create and send personalized videos through the Element451 platform directly to students' via text message or Element451's chat feature.
  • "We're thrilled to now have Covideo integrated into Element451 for our new and existing users," says Ardis Kadiu, CEO and founder of Element451.
  • With the addition of Covideo, counselors and other staff can record and send messages right from Element where they are already engaging with students.
  • Element451 is an advanced student engagement CRM, providing higher ed institutions with a competitive admissions advantage from recruitment to enrollment using AI, student behavior data, and modern marketing automation.