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Washington Research Foundation awards $100,000 to Pacific Northwest Research Institute in honor of David J. Galas, Ph.D.

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Thursday, August 10, 2023
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SEATTLE, Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Washington Research Foundation (WRF) has awarded a $100,000 grant to Pacific Northwest Research Institute (PNRI) in honor of David J. Galas, Ph.D., who helped to create the WRF Postdoctoral Fellowship program in 2017 and served on the WRF board of directors from 2010 until his death in May. The grant will support the continuation of work begun by Galas and his colleague Lisa Stubbs, Ph.D., investigating the genetic links between stress and a range of health disorders.

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  • He was a leader in the Human Genome Project and a key contributor to the technology that enabled one of the earliest rapid tests for COVID-19.
  • Galas and his team focused on developing and applying innovative mathematical methods, providing new computational tools to seek out and validate genetic interactions significant to this research.
  • Brooks Simpson, WRF's board chair, said, "David was an incredible board member and mentor to all of us.
  • That will always remain a hallmark of our contributions to the research engines in the region."

Gradient Technologies Hires High Powered Executives to Drive Commercialization Efforts

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Thursday, March 9, 2023
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NEW YORK and BOSTON, March 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Gradient Technologies, a deep technology startup pioneering true zero trust in the identity and access management space, today announced three key executive hires as the company ramps up its commercial efforts. Gradient has emerged as a disruptive technology firm focused on eliminating credential-based cyberattacks by leveraging its groundbreaking platform.

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  • Gradient has emerged as a disruptive technology firm focused on eliminating credential-based cyberattacks by leveraging its groundbreaking platform .
  • With a deep moat of technology, Gradient has secured more than twenty patents and over a hundred trade secrets and patents pending.
  • The company is now pressing full force with its commercialization efforts and has already amassed over $10 million in funding from well known deep investment firms and experienced technology luminaries.
  • More about Gradient's Key Executive Hires:
    Dr. Edward (Ed) Frank joins as Executive Chair and brings decades of technology leadership to the company.

Hertz Foundation Announces $5 Million Fellowship Gift Honoring Inventor and Entrepreneur Dr. Nathan Myhrvold

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Wednesday, November 30, 2022
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It is a rare and profound honor to see this new endowment for Hertz Fellowships launched.

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  • It is a rare and profound honor to see this new endowment for Hertz Fellowships launched.
  • I am hoping that the Hertz Fellows whose education is funded by these fellowships will have even more illustrious careers than Ive managed to have, Dr. Myhrvold said.
  • The great thing about the Hertz Foundation is the thoroughly proven, well-honed machine they have developed over decades to select outstanding graduate students.
  • The initial recipients of the Nathan P. Myhrvold Fellowship will be chosen from the 2022 applicants and announced in May 2023.

Syntiant Corp. Strengthens Board of Directors with Appointment of Edward Frank

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022
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IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Syntiant Corp., a provider of deep learning solutions for always-on edge AI applications, today announced the addition of Edward Frank, Ph.D., to its board of directors.

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  • IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Syntiant Corp., a provider of deep learning solutions for always-on edge AI applications, today announced the addition of Edward Frank, Ph.D., to its board of directors.
  • Dr. Frank also served as corporate vice president, research and development, of Broadcom, a leading developer of integrated circuits for broadband communication.
  • Were thrilled to add him to our impressive roster of board directors as we enter the next chapter for Syntiant.
  • He is a Fellow of the IEEE and a National Association of Corporation Directors Board Leadership Fellow.

Rocket Lab Welcomes Dr. Edward Frank to Board of Directors

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Tuesday, September 6, 2022
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Rocket Lab USA, Inc (Nasdaq: RKLB ) (Rocket Lab or the Company) a leading launch and space systems company, today announced that Dr. Edward Frank has been elected to the Companys Board of Directors.

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  • Rocket Lab USA, Inc (Nasdaq: RKLB ) (Rocket Lab or the Company) a leading launch and space systems company, today announced that Dr. Edward Frank has been elected to the Companys Board of Directors.
  • Dr. Frank joins Rocket Labs board following more than 35 years of leadership in innovative technology companies, including serving at Apple, Inc. from 2009 until 2013 as Vice President, Macintosh Hardware Systems Engineering.
  • Ed is a fantastic addition to the Rocket Lab Board, bringing decades of deep tech experience to our team.
  • Founded in 2006, Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company with an established track record of mission success.

Sen-Jam Pharmaceutical Names Award-winning Scientist and Thought Leader Dr. Alexander Wissner-Gross to Advisory Board

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Monday, June 20, 2022
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HUNTINGTON, N.Y. , June 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sen-Jam Pharmaceutical, an innovative life sciences company developing a portfolio of revolutionary anti-inflammatories, has named Dr. Alexander Wissner-Gross to its Advisory Board. Dr. Wissner-Gross is a computer scientist, physicist, entrepreneur, advisor, and investor whose work has received numerous awards worldwide. 

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  • Sen-Jam Pharmaceutical names thought leader and scientific innovator Dr. Alex Wissner-Gross to its Advisory Board.
  • HUNTINGTON, N.Y., June 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Sen-Jam Pharmaceutical, an innovative life sciences company developing a portfolio of revolutionary anti-inflammatories, has named Dr. Alexander Wissner-Gross to its Advisory Board.
  • Dr. Wissner-Gross is a computer scientist, physicist, entrepreneur, advisor, and investor whose work has received numerous awards worldwide.
  • Of particular interest to him is the generalization of its portfolio's anti-inflammatory applications to address broader problems in anti-aging medicine.

Optikos President & CEO Stephen D. Fantone Elected to the National Academy of Engineering

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Monday, February 14, 2022
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Stephen D. Fantone , Optikos Corporation President and CEO, has been elected a member of the National Academy of Engineering (NAE).

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  • Stephen D. Fantone , Optikos Corporation President and CEO, has been elected a member of the National Academy of Engineering (NAE).
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220214005125/en/
    Optikos Corporation President & CEO, Stephen D. Fantone (Photo: Business Wire)
    The prestigious honor is among the highest professional distinctions for an engineer.
  • Fantone was recognized by the NAE for contributions to optical engineering and the development of optically based products and metrology systems.
  • Its a tremendous honor to be recognized by the National Academy of Engineering.