Melinda Gates

At COP26, Climate Threats to Smallholder Farmers Drive New Investments in CGIAR Research, Pushing 2021 Pledges Close to $1 Billion

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星期二, 十一月 2, 2021

GLASGOW, Scotland, Nov. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Facing mounting evidence that climate change will fall hardest on agriculture-dependent regions like sub-Saharan Africa, a coalition of funders at the United Nations climate summit pledged $575 million today to deliver climate-smart solutions to farmers in low-income countries via the CGIAR global network of agricultural research partnerships. Combined with the $256 million recently pledged at the Global Citizen Live event, and other commitments from Sweden and Belgium, CGIAR now has secured $863 million this year to confront a host of rapidly intensifying climate challenges that could upend the global fight against hunger and poverty.

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There is also the potential for significant additional investments in CGIAR to emerge later this week at COP26.
The effect of climate change on crops, fish and livestock is a key factor behind a steady rise in hunger that is eroding years of progress.
They were joined by other funders who also have committed to support CGIAR's Research and Innovation strategy for 2022 onwards.
A key focus of AIM4C is to significantly increase investments in "innovation sprints" projects primed to translate new investments into immediate impact for smallholder farmers.

At COP26, Climate Threats to Smallholder Farmers Drive New Investments in CGIAR Research, Pushing 2021 Pledges Close to $1 Billion

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星期二, 十一月 2, 2021

GLASGOW, Scotland, Nov. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Facing mounting evidence that climate change will fall hardest on agriculture-dependent regions like sub-Saharan Africa, a coalition of funders at the United Nations climate summit pledged $575 million today to deliver climate-smart solutions to farmers in low-income countries via the CGIAR global network of agricultural research partnerships. Combined with the $256 million recently pledged at the Global Citizen Live event, and other commitments from Sweden and Belgium, CGIAR now has secured $863 million this year to confront a host of rapidly intensifying climate challenges that could upend the global fight against hunger and poverty.

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There is also the potential for significant additional investments in CGIAR to emerge later this week at COP26.
The effect of climate change on crops, fish and livestock is a key factor behind a steady rise in hunger that is eroding years of progress.
They were joined by other funders who also have committed to support CGIAR's Research and Innovation strategy for 2022 onwards.
A key focus of AIM4C is to significantly increase investments in "innovation sprints" projects primed to translate new investments into immediate impact for smallholder farmers.

Moore Impact to Scale Its Impact and Bolster the Sustainability of BIPOC-led Enterprises with Support from Pivotal Ventures

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星期一, 十一月 1, 2021

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NEW YORK, Nov. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Moore Impact receives investment to scale its impact as one of the only Black-founded and woman-led philanthropic intermediaries in the United States, with support from Pivotal Ventures, a Melinda French Gates company.

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NEW YORK, Nov. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Moore Impact receives investment to scale its impact as one of the only Black-founded and woman-led philanthropic intermediaries in the United States, with support from Pivotal Ventures, a Melinda French Gates company.
Financing for Moore Impact will strengthen and enhance the operational capacity of the organization to identify, respond to, and invest in BIPOC-led and serving social enterprises.
With support from Pivotal Ventures, Moore Impact will direct critical investments to communities of color and reverse philanthropy's disinterest in BIPOC-led social change.
"We are proud to support a diverse group of partners, such as Moore Impact, to help support enterprises who have been impacted by the economic downturn of COVID-19."

DGAP-News: 374WATER EXPANDS INTO EUROPE Dr. Tali Harif Joins to lead EU Commercialization

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星期二, 十月 26, 2021

374WATER EXPANDS INTO EUROPE Dr. Tali Harif Joins to lead EU Commercialization

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374WATER EXPANDS INTO EUROPE Dr. Tali Harif Joins to lead EU Commercialization
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374WATER EXPANDS INTO EUROPE Dr. Tali Harif Joins to lead EU Commercialization
DURHAM, NC / ACCESSWIRE / October 26, 2021 / 374Water, Inc. , a social impact, cleantech company, is pleased to announce that water industry veteran Dr. Tali Harif has joined the company as Business Development Director to accelerate the development and commercialization of 374Water's innovative AirSCWO systems in Europe.
"Tali is a water industry expert in technology, innovation management, and business development.
She will be extremely valuable developing business and managing the opportunities we are fortunate to have in Europe," says CEO Kobe Nagar.

Vaxess Technologies Announces Grand Opening of GMP Manufacturing Facility

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星期二, 十月 26, 2021

Vaxess Technologies, a biotechnology startup developing the MIMIXTM sustained-release intradermal microneedle patch, celebrated the grand opening of their 3,600 square feet pilot GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) manufacturing facility on Monday.

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Vaxess Technologies, a biotechnology startup developing the MIMIXTM sustained-release intradermal microneedle patch, celebrated the grand opening of their 3,600 square feet pilot GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) manufacturing facility on Monday.
Using the clinical-grade patches produced in the facility, Vaxess plans to enter the clinic in 2022.
Vaxess has experienced tremendous growth over the past year beyond the opening of the manufacturing facility including technological advancement of the platform and the expansion of the organization from 15 full time employees to 35 with additional future growth planned.
MLSC President and CEO, Kenn Turner, attended the Grand Opening and shared a few words.

The University of Arizona Global Campus 2021 Teaching and Learning Conference - November 2-4, 2021

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星期五, 十月 22, 2021

SAN DIEGO, Oct. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Arizona Global Campus 2021 Teaching and Learning Conference (TLC) Strengthening our Foundations: Learning Theory Online and Across Disciplines takes place November 2-4, 2021.

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SAN DIEGO, Oct. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Arizona Global Campus 2021 Teaching and Learning Conference (TLC) Strengthening our Foundations: Learning Theory Online and Across Disciplines takes place November 2-4, 2021.
2021 Teaching and Learning Conference (TLC)Strengthening our Foundations: Learning Theory Online and Across Disciplines
The University of Arizona Global Campus Teaching & Learning Conference provides faculty, staff, students, researchers, and practitioners a platform to share their knowledge and experiences of critical issues in online higher education.
This year, TLC seeks to understand the impact of employing learning theory to drive development, engagement, and strategic planning opportunities across academic programs and university departments.
TheUniversity of ArizonaGlobal Campus ("Global Campus" or "UAGC") is an independent university that is operated in affiliation with theUniversity of Arizona.

Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Commits up to $120 Million to Accelerate Access to COVID-19 Drug for Lower-Income Countries, Calls on Other Donors to Mobilize Resources

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星期三, 十月 20, 2021

The unjust reality, however, is that low-income countries have had to wait for everything from personal protective equipment to vaccines.

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The unjust reality, however, is that low-income countries have had to wait for everything from personal protective equipment to vaccines.
That is unacceptable," said Melinda French Gates, co-chair of the Gates Foundation.
We are pleased to work alongside these efforts to ensureaffordability and availability in lower-income countries," said Bill Gates, co-chair of the Gates Foundation.
Based in Seattle, Washington, the foundation is led by CEO Mark Suzman, under the direction of Bill Gates and Melinda French Gates.

Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Commits up to $120 Million to Accelerate Access to COVID-19 Drug for Lower-Income Countries, Calls on Other Donors to Mobilize Resources

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星期三, 十月 20, 2021

SEATTLE, Oct. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation announced today a commitment of up to $120 million to accelerate access to the investigational antiviral drug molnupiravir for lower-income countries as part of its COVID-19 response effort. The funding will be allocated based on consultations with partners, and will support the range of activities required to develop and manufacture generic versions of the drug, which is being developed by Merck & Co in collaboration with Ridgeback Biotherapeutics.

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The unjust reality, however, is that low-income countries have had to wait for everything from personal protective equipment to vaccines.
That is unacceptable," said Melinda French Gates, co-chair of the Gates Foundation.
We are pleased to work alongside these efforts to ensureaffordability and availability in lower-income countries," said Bill Gates, co-chair of the Gates Foundation.
Based in Seattle, Washington, the foundation is led by CEO Mark Suzman, under the direction of Bill Gates and Melinda French Gates.

Particles for Humanity Appoints Mark Kessel as Chair of Its Board of Directors

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星期二, 十月 12, 2021

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Oct. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Particles for Humanity, a life sciences company transforming early-stage technologies into products for people in low-resource settings, has appointed Mark Kessel as Chairman of its Board of Directors.

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CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Oct. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Particles for Humanity, a life sciences company transforming early-stage technologies into products for people in low-resource settings, has appointed Mark Kessel as Chairman of its Board of Directors.
Mark Kessel is also Chairman of the Board of FIND, a global non-profit accelerating the development and delivery of diagnostic tests for poverty-related diseases.
"We are thrilled to have Mark Kessel as Board Chair.
Particles for Humanity is developing a portfolio of products for improving vaccines and reducing malnutrition, with funding from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

Houston-Based APQC Announces Four $25,000 per Year Scholarships, Totaling $100,000 per Student, for Houston-Area High School Seniors

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星期五, 十月 8, 2021

Each year, the program will award scholarships to Houston-area high school seniors.

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Each year, the program will award scholarships to Houston-area high school seniors.
Each recipient will receive $25,000 per year for tuition, books, and fees, totaling $100,000 per student over the course of a four-year college education.
Inaugural recipients will be announced in March 2022 for Fall 2022 enrollment at a public or private institution.
With more than 550 member organizations worldwide, APQC provides the information, data, and insights organizations need to support decision-making and develop internal skills.