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Bavarian Nordic Announces Commercial Launch of Mpox Vaccine in the U.S.

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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Since 2022, in response to the global mpox outbreak, JYNNEOS has been made available through public health channels for individuals at risk of mpox infection.

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  • Since 2022, in response to the global mpox outbreak, JYNNEOS has been made available through public health channels for individuals at risk of mpox infection.
  • According to estimates from the CDC, two (2) million U.S. individuals are eligible for vaccination against mpox4.
  • Recent data shows 60% of this population remains completely unvaccinated, and 15% have received only one dose of the vaccine5.
  • Through its existing nationwide vaccine distribution structure, Bavarian Nordic is now making the mpox vaccine commercially available across the nation.

Valeos Welcomes Dr. Stuart Sweet to Board of Directors

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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WASHINGTON, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Valeos, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization designed to improve organ transplant outcomes for patients and organ donors through data collaboration, today announced the appointment of Dr. Stuart C. Sweet, MD, PhD to its Board of Directors. Dr. Sweet is the W. McKim Marriott Professor of Pediatrics at Washington University in St. Louis, MO, and served as the 2016-2017 Board President of the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN), the U.S. national transplant system. Dr. Sweet spent more than two decades as the medical director of the pediatric lung transplant program at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis and St. Louis Children's Hospital, focusing clinically on pediatric lung transplantation and gaining expertise in organ allocation, clinical outcomes, health policy and the role of information technology in medicine.

Key Points: 
  • "I am honored to join the exceptional team at Valeos and continue my dedication to advancing the U.S. organ transplant system," said Dr. Sweet.
  • "We're excited to welcome Dr. Sweet to our Board of Directors.
  • This announcement follows an exciting year for Valeos, which saw its first appointments to its Board of Directors and Advisory Committee this past January.
  • With the backing of leading figures in healthcare, technology and government, Valeos is committed to building the world's largest de-identified transplant data sandbox.

Abeona Therapeutics Reports Full Year 2023 Financial Results and Announces Completion of FDA Inspections

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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On March 15, 2024, the Company submitted a response to the FDA, outlining already implemented and ongoing steps toward resolution that follow FDA guidance provided during the audit.

Key Points: 
  • On March 15, 2024, the Company submitted a response to the FDA, outlining already implemented and ongoing steps toward resolution that follow FDA guidance provided during the audit.
  • In January 2024, the FDA completed both a Bioresearch Monitoring (BIMO) inspection of Abeona and the Mid-Cycle Meeting regarding the pz-cel BLA.
  • Following completion of the BIMO inspection, the FDA inspector did not issue any observations or FDA Form 483s.
  • In March 2024, Abeona received a written Establishment Inspection Report (EIR), the formal report from the FDA regarding the BIMO inspection.

How community colleges are tackling the nursing shortage

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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The following is written by Dr. Steven Gonzales, Chancellor, Maricopa Community Colleges, a member of the American Association of Community Colleges:

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  • The following is written by Dr. Steven Gonzales, Chancellor, Maricopa Community Colleges, a member of the American Association of Community Colleges:
    Arizona, like many states across America, is facing a nurse shortage.
  • A 2020 nursing workforce survey conducted by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing found that the average age of registered nurses is 52.
  • As one of the first community colleges in Arizona to offer baccalaureate degrees, our system understands the urgency to alleviate the demand for the nursing profession.
  • As the voice of the nation's community colleges, the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC), delivers educational and economic opportunity for more than 10 million diverse students in search of the American Dream.

OMAN INVESTMENT AUTHORITY LAUNCHES $5.2 BILLION "FUTURE FUND OMAN" TO FUND NATIONAL INVESTMENT PROJECTS, ATTRACT FDI AND SUPPORT SMES

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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MUSCAT, Oman, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In line with the national directive to boost Oman's economic development and attract international investors, Oman Investment Authority (OIA) has launched the 'Future Fund Oman' with a robust capital of $5.2 billion.

Key Points: 
  • MUSCAT, Oman, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In line with the national directive to boost Oman's economic development and attract international investors, Oman Investment Authority (OIA) has launched the 'Future Fund Oman' with a robust capital of $5.2 billion.
  • The Fund will also allocate 7% of its capital towards funding support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and the remaining 3% is set to be invested in startups.
  • Future Fund Oman is designed to partner with a diverse array of investor categories, including private sector entities, business proprietors, foreign investors, SMEs, and startups.
  • Governed by an Investment Committee and an Advisory Committee, the Fund ensures strategic alignment with broader economic objectives while overseeing investment decisions.

OMAN INVESTMENT AUTHORITY LAUNCHES $5.2 BILLION "FUTURE FUND OMAN" TO FUND NATIONAL INVESTMENT PROJECTS, ATTRACT FDI AND SUPPORT SMES

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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MUSCAT, Oman, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In line with the national directive to boost Oman's economic development and attract international investors, Oman Investment Authority (OIA) has launched the 'Future Fund Oman' with a robust capital of $5.2 billion.

Key Points: 
  • MUSCAT, Oman, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In line with the national directive to boost Oman's economic development and attract international investors, Oman Investment Authority (OIA) has launched the 'Future Fund Oman' with a robust capital of $5.2 billion.
  • The Fund will also allocate 7% of its capital towards funding support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and the remaining 3% is set to be invested in startups.
  • Future Fund Oman is designed to partner with a diverse array of investor categories, including private sector entities, business proprietors, foreign investors, SMEs, and startups.
  • Governed by an Investment Committee and an Advisory Committee, the Fund ensures strategic alignment with broader economic objectives while overseeing investment decisions.

LOS ANGELES BUSINESS JOURNAL RECOGNIZES HILL FARRER & BURRILL PARTNER JULIA BIRKEL AS A DIVERSITY, EQUITY + INCLUSION TEAM LEADER

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hill, Farrer & Burrill LLP announced today that Partner Julia L. Birkel has been recognized by the Los Angeles Business Journal as a finalist for its Diversity, Equity + Inclusion Awards.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hill, Farrer & Burrill LLP announced today that Partner Julia L. Birkel has been recognized by the Los Angeles Business Journal as a finalist for its Diversity, Equity + Inclusion Awards.
  • The awards honor diversity, inclusion, and equity champions in the Los Angeles region for their ongoing efforts to advance diversity and inclusion in the workplace and business leadership while simultaneously creating an inclusive environment that enables diversity and equity to thrive.
  • "Birkel has been a driving force in fostering an inclusive work culture at Hill, Farrer & Burrill.
  • "Her role as a partner at Hill, Farrer & Burrill has seen her navigate complex cases, including elder financial abuse and conservatorships.

Global Conference to Draw 6G Blueprint for Future

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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The conference will gather global insights into 6G future development to accelerate its industrial development.

Key Points: 
  • The conference will gather global insights into 6G future development to accelerate its industrial development.
  • Aiming to align with the ITU's roadmap, the conference will discuss the future blueprint of 6G technologies and business and promote global consensus before the launch of 6G standards.
  • As an international event covering a wide range of 6G fields and comprehensive content, the Global 6G Conference, held for three sessions, is not only a grand event for cutting-edge sci-tech communication, but also a bridge for enhancing international cooperation.
  • Last year, the conference issued a document, "Global Promotion Initiative for 6G International Cooperation and Development", making two key recommendations for further global cooperation.

National Institute for Innovation and Technology's President & CEO Commends State of the Union's Focus on Apprenticeships and Advanced Manufacturing

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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HANOVER, Md., March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Institute for Innovation and Technology's President & CEO Mike Russo praised the recent State of the Union address for its emphasis on expanding apprenticeships and bolstering advanced manufacturing. President Biden's comments on workforce development in advanced manufacturing align closely with the Institute's ongoing mission as the nation's leader in the semiconductor talent pipeline development and a U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) national Intermediary responsible for establishing and expanding Registered Apprenticeships (RAs) throughout semiconductor and nanotechnology-related industry supply chains.

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  • Institute's President & CEO Mike Russo commends President Biden's remarks on apprenticeships and their importance for the economic future of the U.S.
    HANOVER, Md., March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Institute for Innovation and Technology's President & CEO Mike Russo praised the recent State of the Union address for its emphasis on expanding apprenticeships and bolstering advanced manufacturing.
  • "In the State of the Union address, we heard a powerful commitment to the future of our workforce.
  • The focus on apprenticeships and 'learn-and-earn' opportunities and the push for innovation in advanced manufacturing are steps in the right direction to secure the country's technological and economic leadership," said Russo.
  • "At the Institute, we've seen firsthand the transformative impact of these initiatives through our successful partnerships with industry leaders."

International Experts Gather at CLAP@JC Conference in Hong Kong to Discuss Career & Life Development for Youth in 21st Century Digital Era

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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He highlighted that society has now begun to embrace a diversity of choices when it comes to defining a fulfilling and fulfilled life.

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  • He highlighted that society has now begun to embrace a diversity of choices when it comes to defining a fulfilling and fulfilled life.
  • he shared results from the latest Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA), highlighting findings related to the well-being and career development of Hong Kong students.
  • A systematised CLD framework, "Hong Kong Benchmarks for Career & Life Development" (HKBM) has been developed and benchmarked against global best-practice and is now being implemented in one-third of Hong Kong secondary schools and over 115 non-profit youth centres.
  • Thus far, CLAP@JC has engaged 122 local secondary schools, 115 nonprofit youth-service units, and 3,700 employers in its network.