Mechanical engineering

Universities Space Research Association Elects Three Universities to the Association

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星期五, 五月 3, 2024

Following their election by USRA's existing university members, these institutions were formally inducted into the Association on March 22, 2024, bolstering the Association's membership to 120 universities.

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  • Following their election by USRA's existing university members, these institutions were formally inducted into the Association on March 22, 2024, bolstering the Association's membership to 120 universities.
  • Joining Universities Space Research Association (USRA) means becoming an integral part of a dynamic international network comprising of 120 Ph.D.-granting universities deeply engaged in space science and aerospace research and development.
  • Each of these universities selected by USRA has a demonstrated capability in space research and exploration.
  • Dr. Jeffrey A. Isaacson, USRA's President and CEO, said, "We are very pleased to welcome these three universities to our Association.

Former SpaceX Recruiter's GalaxyTek Named Global Top 10 Fastest Growing Longhorn Owned Business

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星期四, 五月 2, 2024

HOUSTON, May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GALAXY TECHNOLOGY HIRES LLC, founded by former SpaceX, Talent Acquisition leader, Brandon Garrett, in 2015, has been announced as a 2024 Longhorn 100 winner. As one of the fastest growing Longhorn led businesses in the world, GalaxyTek specializes in providing customized recruitment services, primarily to the Aerospace and Defense industry, among other industries: Tech, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Oil and Energy, Telecommunications, Financial Services, and Aviation.

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  • As one of the fastest growing Longhorn led businesses in the world, GalaxyTek specializes in providing customized recruitment services, primarily to the Aerospace and Defense industry, among other industries: Tech, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Oil and Energy, Telecommunications, Financial Services, and Aviation.
  • GalaxyTek successfully made the Top 10 List, within the Longhorn 100 , and will be honored along with the other recipients at a special annual awards event, with a robust program and presentation at the University of Texas.
  • Prior to founding the firm in 2015, Garrett had a successful career at SpaceX, where he hired over 700 engineers and technical professionals for Elon Musk.
  • Other Longhorn alumni include Michael Hentrich , (Mechanical Engineer and Partner in the firm) who was also a member of the University of Texas Drumline.

MedRes opens medical device technology center in Carlsbad, CA

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星期四, 五月 2, 2024

CARLSBAD, Calif., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MedRes International, Inc. is pleased to announce the opening of its new technology development center in Carlsbad, California, in May 2024.

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  • CARLSBAD, Calif., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MedRes International, Inc. is pleased to announce the opening of its new technology development center in Carlsbad, California, in May 2024.
  • With over 25 years of experience in the development and manufacturing of medical devices, Christine is responsible for operations and new product development at MedRes.
  • He continued to focus on Nitinol technology at NDC as the head of R&D and later at Confluent Medical Technologies as VP of Applied Technology.
  • Together with the entire MedRes team, we look forward to working together with the brightest and most ambitious founders, entrepreneurs, and professionals to create the future of medical device technology.

MTS Health Partners Adds Jason Schoenholtz as Healthcare Services Partner

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星期四, 五月 2, 2024

NEW YORK, May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MTS Health Partners is pleased to announce the addition of Jason Schoenholtz as Partner with the Firm. This strategic addition bolsters MTS' healthcare services team, demonstrating the Firm's commitment to expanding its capabilities and delivering exceptional value to clients in the rapidly evolving healthcare landscape.

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  • NEW YORK, May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MTS Health Partners is pleased to announce the addition of Jason Schoenholtz as Partner with the Firm.
  • This strategic addition bolsters MTS' healthcare services team, demonstrating the Firm's commitment to expanding its capabilities and delivering exceptional value to clients in the rapidly evolving healthcare landscape.
  • In his role, Jason will identify new opportunities, navigate complex transactions, and drive value for clients across the healthcare services continuum.
  • "I am thrilled to join MTS Health Partners and embark on this exciting new chapter in my career.

Okuma America Corporation Announces New Personnel Appointments

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星期三, 五月 1, 2024

CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Senior executives at Okuma America Corporation, a global leader and builder of computer numeric control (CNC) machine tools, controls and automation systems, recently announced new personnel appointments to direct and support the company's strategic growth initiatives in the Americas.

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  • In this new role, Mr. Thiessen will continue to lead the Okuma America sales, product management, marketing and corporate accounts teams and partnerships with Okuma distributors throughout the Americas region.
  • Prior to this appointment, Mr. Thiessen served in various roles at Okuma America Corporation, including Vice President of Sales & Marketing, Senior Regional Sales Manager, and Applications Engineer.
  • Mrs. Cline previously served as Vice President of Finance at Okuma America Corporation.
  • Mr. Simon Schneider joined Okuma America Corporation in March 2024 in the role of Director of Okuma Factory Automation.

NewHydrogen CEO Steve Hill Discussed Diverse Hydrogen Tech Applications with a Cal State Los Angeles Professor

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星期二, 四月 23, 2024

SANTA CLARITA, Calif., April 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NewHydrogen, Inc. (OTCMKTS:NEWH), the developer of ThermoLoop™, a breakthrough technology that uses water and heat rather than electricity to produce the world’s cheapest green hydrogen, today announced that in a recent podcast the Company’s CEO Steve Hill spoke with Dr. David Blekhman, a professor at Cal State University Los Angeles about diverse hydrogen technology applications.

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  • The conversation spanned from innovative off grid power solutions to the application of hydrogen in extreme sports, such as Formula 1 and Extreme H and its potential to drive innovation and interest in hydrogen technology.
  • Dr. Blekhman also presented a case study of Hyundai’s hydrogen trucking program in Oakland and Switzerland, which showed the viability of hydrogen for long-distance transport.
  • He also emphasized the potential for a hydrogen revolution and the emergence of new professions in the field.
  • Dr. Blekhman is listed as a Google Scholar at https://scholar.google.com/scholar?hl=en&as_sdt=0%2C5&q=Dr.+David+Blekhm...
    The full podcast episode featuring Dr. David Blekhman is available on https://newhydrogen.com/videos/ceo-podcast/david-bleckham-cal-state-univ... .

Outcome Capital Expands Its Medical Device and Life Science Services Practices with the Addition of Industry Veteran Peter F. Meyer, Ph.D.

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星期四, 五月 2, 2024

Dr. Meyer will expand the firm’s Medical Device and Life Sciences Services practices within Outcome’s unique strategy-driven platform, providing M&A, capital raising, and advisory services to his clients.

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  • Dr. Meyer will expand the firm’s Medical Device and Life Sciences Services practices within Outcome’s unique strategy-driven platform, providing M&A, capital raising, and advisory services to his clients.
  • An industry veteran with over 25 years of strategic investment and commercial execution experience in MedTech and the Life Sciences, Dr. Meyer brings a professional focus on leveraging industry best-practices for strategy development, market entry and growth acceleration.
  • Unique among investment banking firms, Outcome’s strategic approach to value enhancement relies on significant corporate and operational experience.
  • He is a certified Design for Six Sigma Black Belt and holds over 30 patents in medical technology.

Luna Innovations Appoints New Senior Leadership Across Sales and Product Marketing

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星期四, 五月 2, 2024

Luna Innovations Incorporated (NASDAQ: LUNA) (“Luna” or the “Company”), a global leader in advanced fiber optic-based technology, today announced the appointment of two new members of its senior leadership team.

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  • Luna Innovations Incorporated (NASDAQ: LUNA) (“Luna” or the “Company”), a global leader in advanced fiber optic-based technology, today announced the appointment of two new members of its senior leadership team.
  • Prior to joining Luna, Mr. Denman served as Senior Vice President of Global Sales and Marketing for National Instruments.
  • Mr. Denman has over 20 years of experience in developing and leading world class strategic sales and marketing organizations.
  • Matthew Friedman was recently appointed Vice President, Product Marketing, responsible for product marketing and management.

Gold H2 Appoints Prabhdeep Singh Sekhon as CEO

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星期三, 五月 1, 2024

Gold H2 , a Houston-based clean-hydrogen producing company, today officially announced that Prabhdeep Singh Sekhon has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately.

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  • Gold H2 , a Houston-based clean-hydrogen producing company, today officially announced that Prabhdeep Singh Sekhon has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately.
  • Following successful field trial results in 2022, Cemvita spun out Gold H2 as a separate business, Gold H2, Inc. (“GH2”).
  • “I was drawn to Gold H2 because of its innovative mission to support the U.S. economy in this historical energy transition,” said Sekhon.
  • “There is so much opportunity ahead of Gold H2 as the first company to use microbes in the subsurface to create a clean energy source,” said Sekhon.

Vision RNG Expands Leadership Team With Key New Hires

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星期二, 四月 30, 2024

Vision RNG, LLC (VRNG) is pleased to announce the addition of Adam Beck to its leadership team as Vice President of Project Execution, Doug Prechter as Vice President of Finance, and Beckie Dille as Human Resources Manager.

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  • Vision RNG, LLC (VRNG) is pleased to announce the addition of Adam Beck to its leadership team as Vice President of Project Execution, Doug Prechter as Vice President of Finance, and Beckie Dille as Human Resources Manager.
  • Beck brings 15 years of experience in project management, engineering, and construction of RNG and midstream infrastructure projects.
  • Prechter has over 10 years of corporate finance and operations experience in the energy sector, including RNG, oilfield services, and investment banking.
  • Bill Johnson, CEO of Vision RNG said, “Adam’s vast experience in RNG and pipeline projects is a perfect fit for our growing portfolio.