Psychology

PsyCan Welcomes Expansion of Insurance Coverage for Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy in Alberta

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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OTTAWA, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PsyCan, the not-for-profit trade association for the legal Canadian psychedelic medicine industry, welcomes the expansion of insurance coverage for psychedelic-assisted therapy (PaT) led by the Alberta Blue Cross.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PsyCan, the not-for-profit trade association for the legal Canadian psychedelic medicine industry, welcomes the expansion of insurance coverage for psychedelic-assisted therapy (PaT) led by the Alberta Blue Cross.
  • “We welcome Alberta Blue Cross as the first major provincial insurer to cover Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy in all of its forms,” said Philippe Lucas, PhD, President of SABI Mind, a psychedelic clinic group based in Alberta.
  • In fall 2022, Alberta became the first province to regulate psychedelic-assisted therapy for mental health treatments, and in a recent FAQ to healthcare providers, the Alberta Blue Cross explained that claims for psychedelic therapy in Alberta are eligible for reimbursement under plan members’ drug and psychology benefits.
  • We call on other insurers, both in the public and private sector to follow the example set by Alberta Blue Cross.”

The Southport CoLAB Community Lecture Series to Host Fairfield County’s Sneak Peek Screening and Panel Discussion for ‘Hopeville: How to Win the Reading Wars’

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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The screening will take place Thursday, April 25, at 6:30 p.m. at the Bijou Theatre in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and serves as the Fairfield County sneak peek of the film.

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  • The screening will take place Thursday, April 25, at 6:30 p.m. at the Bijou Theatre in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and serves as the Fairfield County sneak peek of the film.
  • A panel discussion featuring Connecticut’s leading voices on literacy and learning differences will immediately follow the screening.
  • The documentary explores literacy in the U.S. and the solution of implementing evidence-based reading instruction in classrooms across the country.
  • The film features several Connecticut-based experts, including Dr. Benjamin N. Powers, founder and executive director of The Southport CoLAB and The Southport School .

New MIT Sloan research: AI-generated visuals of reimagined sustainable cities enhanced Americans' willingness to support green transportation policies

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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The research paper, AI-generated visuals of car-free US cities help improve support for sustainable policies , published in Nature Sustainability combines insights from behavioral science with recent advances in AI.

Key Points: 
  • The research paper, AI-generated visuals of car-free US cities help improve support for sustainable policies , published in Nature Sustainability combines insights from behavioral science with recent advances in AI.
  • The study was led by Rachit Dubey, a postdoctoral research fellow at MIT’s Sloan School of Management in collaboration with Rahul Bhui, assistant professor of marketing at MIT Sloan.
  • “America’s infrastructure is extremely car-centric, so using more sustainable modes of transportation is currently inconvenient or unavailable to many people,” said Dubey.
  • “We need to show people how much better their life will be if a green or a sustainable policy were passed.”

Bryant University launches its first doctoral program: Doctor of Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.)

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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Smithfield, RI, March 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bryant University is introducing a Doctor of Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.)

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  • Smithfield, RI, March 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bryant University is introducing a Doctor of Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.)
  • students can opt to specialize in one of two concentrations: Child and Adolescent Psychology and Health Psychology.
  • In addition to the crucial clinical focus, a Doctoral Research Project is a core part of Bryant’s Psy.D.
  • For more information on Bryant’s new Doctor of Clinical Psychology program, visit Bryant.edu/Psyd

Tetricus Labs Partners with Silver Hill Hospital on Research to Advance Precision Psychiatry

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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Precision psychiatry startup Tetricus Labs has partnered with Silver Hill Hospital , one of the nation’s premier psychiatric hospitals, on a two-year feasibility study to assess how machine learning can significantly improve patient outcomes.

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  • Precision psychiatry startup Tetricus Labs has partnered with Silver Hill Hospital , one of the nation’s premier psychiatric hospitals, on a two-year feasibility study to assess how machine learning can significantly improve patient outcomes.
  • “We're patient-founded, patient-owned, and patient-run,” said Dow, CEO for Tetricus Labs.
  • Andrew J. Gerber, MD, PhD, President and Medical Director of Silver Hill Hospital, will join Tetricus Labs as a Medical Advisor to ensure Tetricus’ machine learning software is designed to fit within the busy workflow of hospital clinicians and staff, maximizing its accessibility for providers and potential impact on patient outcomes.
  • “This partnership represents our continued commitment to exploring innovative methods that can enhance our understanding of psychiatric disorders and improve patient outcomes."

Qnovia, Inc. Announces the Appointment of Four New Members to its Scientific Advisory Board

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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“We believe our proprietary drug-device combination platform has the potential to be a first-in-class and best-in-class treatment for smoking cessation.

Key Points: 
  • “We believe our proprietary drug-device combination platform has the potential to be a first-in-class and best-in-class treatment for smoking cessation.
  • Last fall, QN-01 demonstrated a superior pharmacokinetic profile compared to existing nicotine replacement therapies in our first-in-human Phase 1 clinical trial.
  • We plan to submit our IND and CTA to the regulatory bodies and look forward to commencing our Phase 1/2 clinical study this year.
  • He also served a three-year term on the Board of the Society for Research on Nicotine and Tobacco.

Killing Time with John Wayne Gacy: Defending America's Most Evil Serial Killer on Death Row

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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NEW YORK, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Karen Conti, a prominent Chicago lawyer, legal analyst, and law professor, well-known for handling high-profile cases including an argument before the U.S. Supreme Court, announces today the release of her new book, Killing Time with John Wayne Gacy: Defending America's Most Evil Serial Killer on Death Row.

Key Points: 
  • Karen, a staunch anti-death penalty opponent, was the only female who represented Gacy in his 14 years on death row.
  • To do my job, I had to represent someone who is the epitome of evil and despised by the world."
  • While acknowledging the heinous nature of Gacy's crimes and with respect for the victims' families, Karen makes compelling arguments against the death penalty.
  • Currently #1 on Amazon for New Releases in Memoirs Biographies & Memoirs of Abductions, Kidnappings & Missing Persons , Killing Time with John Wayne Gacy: Defending America's Most Evil Serial Killer on Death Row can be purchased on Amazon , Barnes & Noble , Walmart, Books-A-Million , on the iBooks app and more.

PDRI by Pearson CEO Elaine Pulakos to Co-Lead Pre-Conference Workshop, Speak on Two Panels at 39th Annual SIOP Conference

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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ARLINGTON, Va., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PDRI by Pearson (FTSE: PSON.L), a workforce assessment provider that transforms evidence-based insights into talent management solutions, today announced that the company's CEO, Dr. Elaine Pulakos, will co-lead a pre-conference workshop and speak on two panel discussions at the 39th Annual Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP) Conference in Chicago April 17-20. PDRI and Pearson VUE are platinum sponsors of the show.

Key Points: 
  • PDRI and Pearson VUE are platinum sponsors of the show.
  • PDRI has a long and storied reputation for scholarship and research on assessment.
  • PDRI's consultants have advanced degrees in IO psychology and value the importance of contributing to the field.
  • "The annual SIOP conference is an important event where IO psychologists gather to learn, share findings and elevate the standards for best practice in our industry," said Elaine Pulakos, CEO of PDRI.

MacroFab Announces Addition of Gordon Rapkin to Board of Directors

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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HOUSTON, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MacroFab Inc., the operator of North America's largest technology platform for electronics manufacturing, has announced today the appointment of Gordon Rapkin to its Board of Directors as Chairman.

Key Points: 
  • Gordon Rapkin is an experienced executive having served as the Chief Executive Officer of five different companies, as well as a corporate board member for an array of companies in the technology sector.
  • His expertise in guiding both public and private companies is invaluable as MacroFab continues to solidify its position as the premier digital platform for electronics manufacturing.
  • "MacroFab is reshaping the future of electronics manufacturing with our connected technology platform that addresses the core needs of manufacturers of all sizes," says Misha Govshteyn, CEO of MacroFab.
  • "Our team is excited to welcome Gordon Rapkin to our Board of Directors as Chairman.

Unisys Advancing AI Strategy, Names Brett Barton as Global AI Practice Leader

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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BLUE BELL, Pa., April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Unisys (NYSE: UIS) announced Brett Barton as the company's vice president and global AI practice leader.

Key Points: 
  • BLUE BELL, Pa., April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Unisys (NYSE: UIS) announced Brett Barton as the company's vice president and global AI practice leader.
  • "Our dedicated AI practice underscores our commitment to serve clients with cutting-edge AI solutions," said Unisys CEO Peter Altabef.
  • "Brett has a track record of propelling organizations forward through innovative initiatives, and we are excited to welcome him to Unisys."
  • Prior to joining Unisys, Barton built an advisory practice focused on AI and machine learning at Slalom, a global business and technology consulting company.