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Quantic™ BEI's Encoder Enables High Resolution Rotary Position Sensing for Raytheon VIIRS Weather Instrument

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Joint Polar Satellite System, BEI, Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite, JPSS, VIIRS, Forecasting, Quantic, Raytheon Technologies, Weather, Telescope, Earth

MAUMELLE, Ark., Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Quantic™ BEI, a business of Quantic® Electronics ("Quantic"), today announced that its precision optical encoder is enabling high- resolution rotational position sensing for the Raytheon's Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite (VIIRS) Instrument, which collects atmospheric imagery that provide detailed weather patterns for predicting weather. The first images are being released from the NOAA-21 VIIRS Instrument.

Key Points: 
  • Quantic BEI's precision optical encoder is enabling high-resolution rotational position sensing for Raytheon VIIRS.
  • Quantic BEI's optical encoder is a state-of-the-art angular position sensing solution designed to meet the exacting requirements of mission-critical applications.
  • Its industry leading resolution capabilities, combined with its space heritage, make it the ideal choice for demanding applications like VIIRS.
  • "VIIRS is a key instrument in the Joint Polar Satellite System, the nation's latest generation polar-orbiting operational environmental satellite system," said Ed Chung, VIIRS Program Director, Raytheon.

GeologicAI Announces $10M in Additional Funding from Export Development Canada to Accelerate Global Expansion of Its Rock Analytics Platform

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Monday, September 25, 2023
Technology, Professional Services, Other Natural Resources, Mining, Minerals, Data Analytics, Natural Resources, Oil, Gas, Robotics, Alternative Energy, Energy, Software, Networks, Environment, Mobile, Wireless, Hardware, Data Management, Artificial Intelligence, Breakthrough Energy, Senior, Metal, Multimedia, Machine learning, Algorithm, Growth, Export Development Canada, EDC, Rare-earth element, Renewable energy, Earth

This investment will accelerate global deployment of GeologicAI's fleet of AI-powered robot geologists to support the exploration and extraction of the critical minerals required for the energy transition.

Key Points: 
  • This investment will accelerate global deployment of GeologicAI's fleet of AI-powered robot geologists to support the exploration and extraction of the critical minerals required for the energy transition.
  • Our financing will help support GeologicAI’s ongoing global expansion and deployment of its innovative technology.”
    GeologicAI’s technology combines hardware, software, and advanced machine learning into an integrated digital rock analytics platform.
  • The company's cloud-based digital rock viewing and analysis software gives geologists worldwide instant access to high-resolution AI-enhanced digital rock twins and automated digital geoscience workflows.
  • GeologicAI is already working with some of the world’s leading mining and exploration companies and is excited to leverage the EDC funding to accelerate its global expansion.

Bloomage Biotech CEO Ms. Zhao Yan Provides Guidance on Sustainable Development at 2023 SDG Summit Side Event

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Monday, September 18, 2023
Social responsibility, Workforce, Sustainability, Poverty, SDG, United Nations, Education, Health, Agriculture, Water, UN-Water, Quality of life, Hyaluronic acid, Innovation, Fermentation, Carbon, United Nations General Assembly, Government, Renewable energy, Ministry of Social Affairs, Climate change, United, UN, Sustainable Development Goals, Tsinghua University, DESA, Biophysical environment, United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs, ESG, AI, Food security, Summit, Sustainable Development Goal 12, Mental health, Female, Tourism, Management, Social, Earth

In 2015, the United Nations General Assembly passed the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), outlining 17 goals with 169 specific targets to achieve meaningful sustainability objectives.

Key Points: 
  • In 2015, the United Nations General Assembly passed the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), outlining 17 goals with 169 specific targets to achieve meaningful sustainability objectives.
  • “To improve the quality of life and extend life expectancy, all our development must align with sustainability.
  • Only in this way can we convey beauty and our values,” Ms. Zhao stated, emphasizing Bloomage Biotech’s ESG initiatives.
  • “At Bloomage Biotech, females comprise 60% of the leadership team and 50% of our overall workforce, which is quite balanced.

KAUST and Cerebras Named Gordon Bell Award Finalist for Solving Multi-Dimensional Seismic Processing at Record-Breaking Speeds

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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“In partnership with KAUST researchers, we are honored to be recognized by Gordon Bell for setting a new record in what is possible for multi-dimensional seismic processing.

Key Points: 
  • “In partnership with KAUST researchers, we are honored to be recognized by Gordon Bell for setting a new record in what is possible for multi-dimensional seismic processing.
  • Modern seismic processing techniques are computationally challenging because they require repeated access to the entire collection of multi-dimensional data.
  • The work conducted by KAUST and Cerebras validates the Cerebras CS-2 as a viable alternative that can achieve record-breaking performance for historically memory-bound applications.
  • More information on this multi-dimensional seismic processing workload can be found at https://repository.kaust.edu.sa/handle/10754/694388 .

Nia Tero Invites You to a Conversation About Indigenous Guardianship at Climate Week 2023

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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NEW YORK, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On Wednesday, September 20, Nia Tero will host a conversation at Climate Week about the vital role that Indigenous Peoples' guardianship of their territories plays in mitigating climate change.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On Wednesday, September 20, Nia Tero will host a conversation at Climate Week about the vital role that Indigenous Peoples' guardianship of their territories plays in mitigating climate change.
  • Indigenous territories sustain much of the world's healthiest ecosystems and remaining biodiversity, which are essential to our global climate, fresh water, and food security.
  • This conversation between Indigenous activists, human rights lawyers, and funders invites guests to think about the ways in which climate change can be addressed through Indigenous solutions.
  • We will also reflect on our collective sense of what is possible and how to prepare post-Climate Week and, in the lead-up, for COP28 from 30 November until 12 December 2023.

Flourishing flora and fauna a great example of Qinghai's ecological efforts

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
Human, Electricity, Snow, Wind, Civilization, Biodiversity, China Daily, Nature, River, Water, Beijing Daxing International Airport, Ecosystem, Earth, Potash, Renewable energy, Yangtze

Through 10 years of efforts, the province has become a model for building up ecological civilization and harmonious coexistence between humans and nature.

Key Points: 
  • Through 10 years of efforts, the province has become a model for building up ecological civilization and harmonious coexistence between humans and nature.
  • Qinghai is the fourth-largest province in China in terms of area and is home to the headwaters of the Yangtze, Yellow and Lancang rivers.
  • The Three-River-Source National Park, located in Qinghai, was among the first batch of national parks in China.
  • The Qinghai-Tibet Plateau Ecological Protection Law came into force on Sept 1, as part of efforts to regulate ecological protection on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau at national level.

Flourishing flora and fauna a great example of Qinghai's ecological efforts

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
Human, Electricity, Multimedia, Snow, Wind, Civilization, Biodiversity, China Daily, Nature, River, Water, Beijing Daxing International Airport, Ecosystem, Earth, Potash, Renewable energy, Yangtze

Through 10 years of efforts, the province has become a model for building up ecological civilization and harmonious coexistence between humans and nature.

Key Points: 
  • Through 10 years of efforts, the province has become a model for building up ecological civilization and harmonious coexistence between humans and nature.
  • Qinghai is the fourth-largest province in China in terms of area and is home to the headwaters of the Yangtze, Yellow and Lancang rivers.
  • The Three-River-Source National Park, located in Qinghai, was among the first batch of national parks in China.
  • The Qinghai-Tibet Plateau Ecological Protection Law came into force on Sept 1, as part of efforts to regulate ecological protection on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau at national level.

CANADA GOOSE CELEBRATES FEMALE EMPOWERMENT AND INDIVIDUALITY IN FW23 CAMPAIGN SHOT BY ANNIE LEIBOVITZ

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Thursday, September 14, 2023
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The Live in the Open campaign celebrates three trailblazing women from the distinctly different worlds of cinematography, performance and sport.

Key Points: 
  • The Live in the Open campaign celebrates three trailblazing women from the distinctly different worlds of cinematography, performance and sport.
  • Styled in a combination of Canada Goose hero styles for the season and pieces from their personal wardrobes, their individuality as female leaders and unwavering bond with mother nature shines through in Leibovitz's signature portraiture style.
  • It is not the first time that Annie Leibovitz has photographed for Canada Goose, having captured the brand's Fall/Winter campaign in 2022.
  • Finally, female consumers will also find warmth with a new Alpaca Scarf, Cashmere Toque, Cashmere Balaclava and Cashmere Gloves.

Tampa International Airport and The Indoor Lab LLC Partner to Create the world's first Living Lidar Lab partnership

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Thursday, September 14, 2023
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The global deal between The Indoor Lab and TPA will make Tampa International Airport the first-of-its-kind Lidar laboratory, showcasing a comprehensive portfolio of privacy-compliant products throughout the entire airport complex.

Key Points: 
  • The global deal between The Indoor Lab and TPA will make Tampa International Airport the first-of-its-kind Lidar laboratory, showcasing a comprehensive portfolio of privacy-compliant products throughout the entire airport complex.
  • The Indoor Lab is at the forefront of adapting this privacy-compliant technology for airport use.
  • The Indoor Lab and Tampa International Airport are working closely to further develop groundbreaking solutions that drive innovation through operational AI.
  • "This partnership with Tampa International Airport is a testament to our commitment to revolutionizing the airport experience by leveraging cutting-edge Lidar technology and AI solutions.

Anxiety can often be a drag on creativity, upending the trope of the tortured artist

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Saturday, September 16, 2023
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So it’s no surprise that a good number of artists and writers also suffer from anxiety and depression.

Key Points: 
  • So it’s no surprise that a good number of artists and writers also suffer from anxiety and depression.
  • I see their brilliant output as having happened in spite of – rather than because of – their mental anguish.
  • In my new book, “Afraid,” I explore the interaction between fear, anxiety and creative work.

Anxiety as a roadblock

    • The most basic way anxiety can hinder creative work is by shifting attention away from that work and toward fears and worries.
    • If a writer is worried about losing her day job, it’s harder for her to focus on her writing.
    • Excessive anxiety bypasses all nonthreat-related tasks, and people regress to basic survival mode.
    • Most attention, thinking and emotions will be focused on dealing with the source of the danger, whether it’s real or imagined.

When anxiety inspires

    • Some level of anxiety can serve a purpose.
    • While being truly terrified can paralyze you, being bored and feeling languid can grind your motivation to a halt.
    • There’s a sweet spot of anxiety that actually harnesses motivation and cognition and directs all attention to the task at hand.
    • The anxiety of not meeting the deadline was enough to inspire me to buckle down and get the job done.

What you can and can’t control

    • Interestingly, fear is solely focused on survival, while creativity operates at its best when basic survival needs are met.
    • In that sense, people don’t fully control their fear and creativity.
    • For both to work productively, a balanced harmony needs to exist between the unconscious and the conscious mind.

Cultivating your creativity

    • If you want to create something but feel inhibited by writer’s block, hesitancy or insecurity, think about which kind of fear might be holding you back.
    • Or is there a different day-to-day challenge or responsibility that’s soaking up most of your attention?
    • Maybe you can recognize failure as a possibility but ultimately something that won’t kill you: You can always just try again.
    • When I went away to finish “Afraid,” I chose the desert not only because I find the landscape inspiring.