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Global Down Syndrome Foundation Launches Matching “21 for 21” Campaign for World Down Syndrome Day with Support from the Safeway Foundation

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
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World Down Syndrome Day was promulgated by the United Nations in 2012 and is celebrated in 190 countries.

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  • World Down Syndrome Day was promulgated by the United Nations in 2012 and is celebrated in 190 countries.
  • To learn more about the Global Down Syndrome Foundation and World Down Syndrome Day, visit www.globaldownsyndrome.org/world-down-syndrome-day-month .
  • The Global Down Syndrome Foundation (GLOBAL) is the largest non-profit in the U.S. working to save lives and dramatically improve health outcomes for people with Down syndrome.
  • GLOBAL’s widely circulated medical publications include GLOBAL Medical Care Guidelines for Adults with Down Syndrome , Prenatal & Newborn Down Syndrome Information , and the award-winning Down Syndrome World™ magazine.

Researchers Publish Manuscript on the Prevention and Emergency Response to Tularemia Outbreaks

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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Appili’s Director of Non-Clinical Research, Dr. Carl Gelhaus, Ph.D., together with medical doctors from the United States Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences and Ukrainian researchers published a perspective manuscript “ Considerations for prevention of and emergency response to tularemia outbreaks in Ukraine: vaccine involvement ”.

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  • Appili’s Director of Non-Clinical Research, Dr. Carl Gelhaus, Ph.D., together with medical doctors from the United States Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences and Ukrainian researchers published a perspective manuscript “ Considerations for prevention of and emergency response to tularemia outbreaks in Ukraine: vaccine involvement ”.
  • “Appili has been developing ATI-1701 , a biodefense vaccine, to protect warfighters from tularemia.” said Carl Gelhaus, Ph.D., Director of Non-Clinical Research of Appili Therapeutics.
  • “With the help of our Ukrainian colleagues and U.S. Army physicians, we have assessed the potential risk for tularemia outbreaks in Ukraine, by reviewing the literature of previous wartime outbreaks in Eastern Europe.
  • Many of the conditions for tularemia outbreaks now exist in Ukraine, and their warfighters need protection.

Black Hat Announces David Koh and Ruimin He as Keynote Speakers for Black Hat Asia 2024

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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Black Hat , the cybersecurity industry’s most established and in-depth security event series, today announced David Koh and Ruimin He as Keynote speakers for the Black Hat Asia 2024 event.

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  • Black Hat , the cybersecurity industry’s most established and in-depth security event series, today announced David Koh and Ruimin He as Keynote speakers for the Black Hat Asia 2024 event.
  • The Keynote speakers will present on Thursday, April 18 and Friday, April 19 to kick off each day of Briefings at the Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre in Singapore.
  • Black Hat Asia 2024 Keynote Lineup:
    David Koh is Singapore’s first Commissioner of Cybersecurity and the founding Chief Executive of the Cyber Security Agency (CSA) of Singapore.
  • Top Sponsors and Partners of Black Hat Asia 2024 include:
    For registration and additional information on Black Hat Asia 2024, please visit www.blackhat.com/asia-24 .

Chetu Foundation Joins United Nations’ Celebration of Akshaya Patra’s Child Hunger-Fighting Success in India

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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Today, the Chetu Foundation – the non-profit entity of global software solutions provider Chetu – attended a special event at the United Nations as a supporter of Akshaya Patra, and its UN-recognized mission to fight child hunger in India.

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  • Today, the Chetu Foundation – the non-profit entity of global software solutions provider Chetu – attended a special event at the United Nations as a supporter of Akshaya Patra, and its UN-recognized mission to fight child hunger in India.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240401413757/en/
    "We are thrilled that the United Nations has recognized India's success in addressing child hunger," said Shaili Bansal, executive director of the Chetu Foundation.
  • Earlier this year, the Chetu Foundation donated $60,000 to Akshaya Patra to help feed students in India.
  • Navin Goel, CEO of Akshaya Patra Foundation USA, expressed the organization's honor at being recognized for successfully combatting child hunger in India.

Global Ginger Market Size and Forecast Report 2023-2030: China Leads the Market - Industry Trends, Share, Growth, Insight, Impact of Inflation, Company Analysis - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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The "Global Ginger Market, Size, Forecast 2024-2030, Industry Trends, Share, Growth, Insight, Impact of Inflation, Company Analysis" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Global Ginger Market, Size, Forecast 2024-2030, Industry Trends, Share, Growth, Insight, Impact of Inflation, Company Analysis" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • In 2022 China led the global ginger market, producing 2.5 million metric tons, comprising 61% of the region's output.
  • Growing domestic demand, propelled by health awareness, rising earnings, and culinary tendencies, strengthened China's global market role.
  • Government help, strategic trade agreements, and industry resilience in research, infrastructure, and subsidies emphasized China's enduring management in the worldwide ginger market.

MeridianLink Announces 2024 MeridianLink LIVE! Keynote Speakers and Thought Leader Participation

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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MeridianLink, Inc. (NYSE: MLNK), a leading provider of modern software platforms for financial institutions and consumer reporting agencies, today announced the keynote speakers and thought leaders who will take the stage at MeridianLink LIVE!

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  • MeridianLink, Inc. (NYSE: MLNK), a leading provider of modern software platforms for financial institutions and consumer reporting agencies, today announced the keynote speakers and thought leaders who will take the stage at MeridianLink LIVE!
  • His recent work includes helping clients improve their advanced-analytics programs, launch digital banks and data businesses, and create centralized analytics environments.
  • In his session, Larry will discuss the future of AI in banking with MeridianLink SVP of product, Ian Goldsmith.
  • Tech Humanist Kate O’Neill brings over 25 years of digital innovation expertise to the MeridianLink LIVE!

Orbia Releases Annual Impact Report, Highlighting Strong Progress on Sustainability-Driven Agenda

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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de C.V. (BMV: ORBIA*) released its 15th annual Impact Report , which encompasses the company’s overall business performance as well as key accomplishments in advancing life around the world.

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  • de C.V. (BMV: ORBIA*) released its 15th annual Impact Report , which encompasses the company’s overall business performance as well as key accomplishments in advancing life around the world.
  • “Amidst challenging conditions and a changing global landscape, Orbia remains committed to its purpose to advance life around the world.
  • Orbia’s strong progress toward its impact goals continues to receive accolades.
  • To read the full 2023 Impact Report, visit the reporting hub here: https://sustainability.orbia.com/ .

Northern Trust Appoints Ayla Kalani Los Angeles Market Leader

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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Northern Trust has appointed Ayla Kalani as Los Angeles Market Leader, where she will lead the wealth management business serving high-net-worth individuals and families.

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  • Northern Trust has appointed Ayla Kalani as Los Angeles Market Leader, where she will lead the wealth management business serving high-net-worth individuals and families.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240325607340/en/
    Ayla Kalani, Northern Trust Wealth Management Los Angeles Market Leader.
  • “Ayla is a client-centric, inclusive leader who will drive excellence and continue to build on our culture of performance,” said Michele Havens, West Region President of Northern Trust Wealth Management.
  • Northern Trust Wealth Management offers holistic wealth management services for affluent individuals and families, family offices, foundations and endowments, and privately held businesses.

Circular Announces $10.5M in Funding to Scale First-of-its-Kind Platform for Sourcing Recycled Materials

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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Circular.co , the leading sustainable sourcing platform, secured $10.5M to expand its massive database of post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials and its accompanying platform that streamlines buying and selling of PCR materials.

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  • Circular.co , the leading sustainable sourcing platform, secured $10.5M to expand its massive database of post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials and its accompanying platform that streamlines buying and selling of PCR materials.
  • Circular will use the funding to grow its team, expand to additional sustainable materials, continue to add more companies and suppliers, and deepen the scale and functionality of its platform.
  • Circular handles the searching, sourcing, vetting, and onboarding process for its customers, with results in days compared to months or even years, using analog methods.
  • “Buyers transitioning to recycled materials face the typical challenges of an emerging, analog market rife with inefficiency and a lack of transparency.

Confluence Integrates MSCI ESG Research Data Into Its Style Analytics Solution

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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Confluence Technologies, Inc. (“Confluence”), a global technology solutions provider for regulatory and investor communications for the investment management industry, announced today it is integrating comprehensive MSCI ESG Research data into its leading factor investing analytics solution, Style Analytics.

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  • Confluence Technologies, Inc. (“Confluence”), a global technology solutions provider for regulatory and investor communications for the investment management industry, announced today it is integrating comprehensive MSCI ESG Research data into its leading factor investing analytics solution, Style Analytics.
  • “Style Analytics’ integration of MSCI’s comprehensive ESG data marks a significant step to help our clients make informed investment decisions and achieve sustainable growth.”
    The overlay of MSCI ESG Research data into Style Analytics allows for drill-down capabilities, fund-of-funds capabilities for United Nations SDGs, and analytics, alongside factor analysis on a simple, intuitive user interface.
  • Style Analytics’ MSCI drill-down module comes at a time of growing interest in sustainability and ESG investing and the resultant need for ESG data and technology.
  • To learn more about Style Analytics’ module featuring MSCI ESG Research data, including the onboarding process, initial consultation, platform demonstration, data integration, and training, please contact Confluence by visiting our website at confluence.com/StyleMSCI .