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*Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Virginia Newsletter for 2024-12-05 ( 32 items ) |
ACRP Partners With ScienceMedia to Bring Disease-Specific Training to Clinical Research Sites (10)
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Dec. 5 (TNSres) -- The Association of Clinical Research Professionals issued the following news release:
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Partnership Eases Site Burden with a One-Stop Shop for Foundational and Deep Medical Training
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The Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP), the trusted global authority for training clinical research professionals, announced today a strategic partnership with ScienceMedia, a global SaaS clinical trial training solution provider.
With more th more PR
AIA Announces Executive Committee Appointments for 2025 (10)
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Dec. 4 [Category: Aerospace] -- The Aerospace Industries Association issued the following news release:
Arlington, Va. The Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) today announced Executive Committee appointments for 2025.
"The Aerospace Industries Association has played a pivotal role as the voice of the aerospace and defense industry since its inception," said Eric Fanning, AIA's President and CEO. "These leaders have been titans of our industry, championing critical advan more PR
American Society of Civil Engineers: Maine's Infrastructure Grade Improves to a 'C' (10)
RESTON, Virginia, Dec. 5 -- The American Society of Civil Engineers issued the following news release on Dec. 3, 2024:
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Grades across 16 categories range from B for aviation to D+ for bridges, dams, levees, and transit
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Portland, Maine --The Maine Section of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) released the 2024 Report Card for Maine's Infrastructure today. It includes 16 categories of infrastructure that received an overall 'C' grade. That's a one-step increase from the more PR
ASTHO Unveils Top Five State Public Health Policy Issues to Watch in 2025 (10)
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Dec. 4 -- The Association of State and Territorial Health Officials issued the following news release:
The Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO) released its top five state public health policy issues for 2025, which give key insight into the legislative public health priorities lawmakers are expected to address during the coming year. ASTHO's annual Legislative Prospectus Series provides valuable guidance as well as potential evidence-based solution more PR
AUSA Podcast Highlights Counter-Drone Work, Olympic Champ (10)
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Dec. 4 [Category: National Defense] -- The Association of the U.S. Army issued the following news:
In December, the Association of the U.S. Army's "Army Matters" podcast will highlight the Army's efforts to counter enemy drones and feature a soldier who helped make history at the 2024 Olympics.
First up, on Dec. 4, is an episode titled "Stopping Enemy Drones." As drones have become ubiquitous in the past few years, the Army has been at the forefront of this technology. Lea more PR
Bronx KIPP Charter School Educator Hits UFT Union Bosses with Federal Charges Detailing Illegal Threats, Dues Demands (10)
SPRINGFIELD, Virginia, Dec. 4 -- The National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation issued the following news release:
New York, NY Uriel Barrera, an educator at KIPP Academy Middle School in the Bronx, has hit United Federation of Teachers Local 2 (UFT, an affiliate of the American Federation of Teachers, AFT) union officials with federal charges for illegally threatening teachers with the loss of existing benefits if they choose not to join the union, and for demanding dues payments from tea more PR
Cape Breton University: Navigating Research in Algorithmic Healthcare Management - Meet Matthew MacLeod (10)
SYDNEY, Nova Scotia, Dec. 5 (TNSres) -- Cape Breton University issued the following news:
Inspired by his thesis work during his final year at Cape Breton University, Matthew MacLeod's passion for research has only grown since graduating. Now as a research assistant for Dr. Virginia Gunn, a leading researcher exploring algorithmic management in healthcare, Matthew has found himself at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and human well-being.
Growing up in Whitney Pier, Matthew chose CB more PR
Case Closed: Pasco Sheriff Admits 'Predictive Policing' Program Violated Constitution (10)
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Dec. 5 -- The Institute for Justice issued the following news release on Dec. 4, 2024:
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Sheriff admits program led to multiple constitutional violations; agrees to six-figure settlement
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For more than three years, the Pasco County, Fla. Sheriff vigorously resisted a federal lawsuit brought by the Institute for Justice (IJ) challenging a controversial policing program that resulted in repeated harassment of children and their families.
Today, on the eve of tria more PR
Expert shares how to take better photos during holidays, or any time of year (10)
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Dec. 4 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
Family gatherings during the holidays mean holiday snaps and sharing those photos online or in the mail, either made into or tucked into greeting cards a process made merrier and brighter if the photos are good. Certainly, the better the photo, the more treasured the keepsake.
"When I see people posting holiday photos, I often wish the photographer would move around a bit more," said Michael Borowski, associate professor more PR
Federal Judge Rejects Acquitted Man's Argument That His Immigration Detention Is Unlawful (10)
NEW YORK, Dec. 4 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The American Civil Liberties Union, an organization that works to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the U.S., issued the following news release:
ALEXANDRIA, Va. This week, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia ruled that the court does not have jurisdiction to decide whether the government can continue to detain Nizar Trabelsi, a Tunisian national who was brought to more PR
Free transportation to hospital connects students with sexual assault forensic examiners (10)
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Dec. 4 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
Virginia Tech and Carilion New River Valley Medical Center have solidified a years-long partnership with a recent memorandum of understanding that makes forensic examiner services available to students in a critical time after experiencing a sexual assault.
The university also is providing a new way to travel to the hospital for these services at no cost to students.
These resources are the latest in ongoing efforts to i more PR
Hampton University Releases 2023-2024 Philanthropy Report (10)
HAMPTON, Virginia, Dec. 5 (TNSres)-- Hampton University issued the following news:
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New report showcases transformative giving, partnerships, and a thriving culture of "giving it back to pay it forward."
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Hampton University is proud to announce the digital release of its 2023-2024 Philanthropy Report, marking a pivotal year of transformative gifts, strategic partnerships, and unparalleled engagement across the university community. The report highlights the growing impact of philan more PR
LIVE from Pack Expo: Jerry McCarthy (10)
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Dec. 4 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
Students and faculty from the College of Natural Resources and Environment
attended the four-day Pack Expo International trade show in Chicago, November 2024, with
the support of The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies. The event featured innovative packaging solutions, seminars on sustainability, and opportunities to connect with industry professionals, providing valuable hands-on experiences.
Jerry M more PR
LIVE from Pack Expo: Jessie Imorde (10)
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Dec. 4 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
Students and faculty from the College of Natural Resources and Environment
attended the four-day Pack Expo International trade show in Chicago, November 2024, with
the support of The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies. The event featured innovative packaging solutions, seminars on sustainability, and opportunities to connect with industry professionals, providing valuable hands-on experiences.
Jessie more PR
Meet the RV Industry Association's New Members - November 2024 (10)
HERNDON, Virginia, Dec. 4 -- The RV Industry Association issued the following news on Dec. 3, 2024:
The RV Industry Association represents over 500 manufacturers and component and aftermarket suppliers who together produce 98 percent of all RVs made in the United States. Each month we highlight the latest companies to join the RV Industry Association in our mission to unify the RV industry's initiatives on safety and education, grow and expand the RV market, pursue a favorable business environm more PR
Models of Excellence: National Defense Industrial Association Honors Winners of M&S Awards at I/ITSEC 2024 (10)
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Dec. 4 -- The National Defense Industrial Association issued the following news release:
(Orlando, FL) The National Training and Simulation Association (NTSA) proudly celebrated the recipients of the 2024 NTSA Modeling & Simulation (M&S) Awards, December 3rd, 2024, at its Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC), the world's largest modeling, simulation and training event.
The winners, who exemplify the dedication and innovation of the more PR
Nacha: Payments Innovation Alliance Releases New Report Demystifying Cryptocurrency and Digital Payments (10)
RESTON, Virginia, Dec. 4 (TNSres) -- Nacha - The Electronic Payments Association issued the following news release:
Nacha's Payments Innovation Alliance, a membership program bringing together diverse global stakeholders seeking to transform the payments industry, has published Diving into the Fundamentals of Cryptocurrency as a Form of Digital Payment. This resource outlines definitions, process flows and the role of participants in cryptocurrency.
Cryptocurrency is a digital currency that c more PR
NASEO: Missouri Division of Energy Hosts Kickoff Event for Freight Electrification Planning (10)
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Dec. 4 -- The National Association of State Energy Officials issued the following news:
On November 14, 2024, the Missouri Division of Energy and the National Association of State Energy Officials (NASEO) hosted a kickoff event for the state's freight electrification planning effort.
Building on the success of the state's previous Alternative Fuel Network planning, Missouri is now developing an action plan for medium- and heavy-duty electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastru more PR
National Wildlife Federation: America's Conservation Enhancement Act Sails Though House (10)
MERRIFIELD, Virginia, Dec. 5 -- The National Wildlife Federation issued the following news release:
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Bipartisan Bill Offers Much-Needed Resources for Conservation Programs Nationwide
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The U.S. House of Representatives' overwhelming vote (366-21) for the America's Conservation Enhancement Act tees up a major win for wildlife. The bill, which passed the Senate unanimously in May and is expected to pass it again before heading to the president's desk, will deliver significant resource more PR
New APTA-Supported CPG Offers Guidance for Treating People With Diabetes (10)
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Dec. 4 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Physical Therapy Association issued the following news:
Although 37.3 million Americans have diabetes and 96 million more have prediabetes, there have been gaps in best practices for managing the condition in these adults particularly in assessing physical fitness and mobility, incorporating exercise into the plan of care, and reloading the diabetic foot after an ulcer has closed to avoid a recurrence. Thanks to a newly publis more PR
New ASTRO Survey Finds That Prior Authorization Delays Lead to Serious Harm for People With Cancer (10)
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Dec. 5 (TNSres) -- The American Society for Radiation Oncology issued the following news release:
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Radiation oncologists nationwide report insurance hurdles lead to worsening delays, abandoned treatments and tragic outcomes, including hospitalizations and deaths
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A new nationwide survey of more than 750 radiation oncologists confirms that prior authorization harms people with cancer by causing treatment delays, abandoned treatments, hospitalizations and patient more PR
NIRI Designates FINEO Investor Relations Advisors as an Approved Professional Development Unit Provider (10)
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Dec. 5 -- The National Investor Relations Institute issued the following news release:
NIRI: The Association for Investor Relations announced that it has designated FINEO Investor Relations Advisors as an Approved Professional Development Unit (PDU) Provider.
NIRI Investor Relations Charter (IRC)(R) holders are now able to earn PDUs at select FINEO educational events.
The Approved PDU Provider Program helps IRC holders maintain their certification and gives entities that more PR
RV Industry Association Announces Author David Epstein As 2025 Leadership Conference Keynote Speaker (10)
HERNDON, Virginia, Dec. 4 (TNSres) -- The RV Industry Association issued the following news on Dec. 3, 2024:
Mark your calendars! The RV Industry Association will be hosting its third annual Leadership Conference Tuesday, March 4th through Thursday, March 6th, 2025, at the Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass in Phoenix, AZ. This immersive two-day event offers meaningful networking opportunities and leadership development. Attendees will also hear from inspiring speakers such as David Epstein, who more PR
Students promote a greener campus with the Office of Sustainability (10)
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Dec. 4 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
Students with a passion for the environment and sustainability are making an impact on campus.
Now in its 10th year, the Office of Sustainability Student Internship program continues to flourish, fostering sustainability and student involvement on the Blacksburg campus.
About 20 undergraduate students are hired each academic year. Following the application and interview process, accepted students are placed on one of fou more PR
Tickets on sale for 'The Book of Mormon' (10)
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Dec. 4 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
Tickets for the national tour of "The Book of Mormon" at the Moss Arts Center go on sale on Thursday, Dec. 5, at 10 a.m. Winner of nine Tony Awards, including best musical, the production comes to Blacksburg for one night only, Tuesday, March 18, at 7:30 p.m.
Since opening on March 24, 2011, "The Book of Mormon" has become one of the most successful shows in Broadway history, breaking the Eugene O'Neill Theatre house reco more PR
University of Richmond Geographers Awarded $800K NASA Grant for Research on Climate Impacts to Native Americans (10)
RICHMOND, Virginia, Dec. 4 (TNSres) -- The University of Richmond issued the following news release:
David Seward Salisbury, an associate professor of geography, environment, and sustainability at the University of Richmond, was awarded a three-year, $804,605 grant from NASA to support a collaborative project focused on climate impacts on Native Americans in Virginia.
Salisbury will work closely with members of the Nansemond, Mattaponi, and Monacan Nations; fellow University of Richmond geogra more PR
Vertical Aviation International: FAA Enhances Human External Cargo Harness Standard (10)
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Dec. 4 -- Vertical Aviation International (formerly Helicopter Association International) issued the following news release:
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VAI argued for harmonized standards for safety compliance.
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The FAA has issued a revised policy for the harnesses used for fall protection by utility lineworkers when performing human external cargo (HEC) operations. This decision ensures uniformity, enhances safety, and promotes operational compliance with existing local, state, and fe more PR
Veterinary Teaching Hospital teams work together on dog's medical mystery (10)
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Dec. 3 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
For veterinary student Paige Copenhaver, it was a moment she will never forget. On the operating table in front of her was an exposed beating heart, surrounded by dozens of medical professionals working to save one dog's life.
This German shorthaired pointer's case would prove to be more than just a dramatic surgery it would demonstrate why the teaching hospital model works.
The dog was Zia, an active hunting dog known more PR
Virginia Tech researchers continue to innovate underwater robotics missions with support from the Office of Naval Research (10)
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Dec. 4 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
It's been said that we know more about the surface of the moon than the floor of Earth's oceans. For more than two decades, Virginia Tech's Center for Marine Autonomy and Robotics has been developing robots that can find what lies beneath the sea surface with the support of the Office of Naval Research.
Bringing together faculty and students from the College of Engineering and the Virginia Tech National Security Institute more PR
Virginia Tech's counterintelligence work recognized with federal award (10)
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Dec. 4 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
Federal leaders converged in Blacksburg in November to celebrate Virginia Tech's prominent role in counterintelligence.
"Virginia Tech personifies a shining example of what it takes to hold steadfast to strong security and insider threat program," David Cattler, director of the Department of Defense's Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency, said in presenting the university with agency's 2023 Jack Donnelly Award more PR
William & Mary Virginia Institute of Marine Science: Purple Crabs Clobber Blue Carbon (10)
GLOUCESTER POINT, Virginia, Dec. 5 (TNSres) -- William and Mary's Virginia Institute of Marine Science issued the following news:
By John Wallace
Millions of purple marsh crabs are churning through salt marshes along the East Coast, significantly disrupting the storage of carbon within these ecosystems. The small crabs' constant burrowing and consumption of the cordgrass lead to erosion and a 40-70% loss in carbon, according to the results of a study by a team of marine ecologists and coastal more PR
WVU-Trained Faith Community Nurse to Host Saturday Clinics, Nursing Call Line and More in Fairmont (10)
MORGANTOWN, West Virginia, Dec. 5 -- The West Virginia University's Health Sciences Center-School of Nursing issued the following news:
A new program called Neighborhood Nurse will launch in January 2025, offering a Saturday clinic and a nursing hotline. This initiative is a collaboration between Faith Community Nursing (FCN) and Compassion Central.
Cathy Boyle, a registered nurse who completed Faith Community Nursing training through WVU School of Nursing, is heading this program at Compassio more PR
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