The International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL) has announced a significant achievement: its Nanosafety Laboratory has received official recognition from the Portuguese Institute for Quality (IPQ) for meeting the rigorous compliance standards of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Principles of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP). This certification reinforces INL’s commitment to advancing safe and reliable research in the field of nanotechnology. Following an extensive inspection in May 2024, the GLP certification validates that INL’s Nanosafety Laboratory adheres to the highest international standards in testing and assessing nanomaterials, particularly for industrial and agri-food applications. This achievement is a crucial aspect…
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The International Human Frontier Science Program Organization (HFSPO) has announced that acclaimed Japanese cell biologist Yoshihiro Yoneda will take over as the organisation’s new President. The global life sciences organisation, which supports pioneering interdisciplinary research, confirmed Yoneda’s appointment during its June board meeting in Washington, D.C. He will succeed Shigekazu Nagata, who held the role from 2018 to 2024. HFSPO, an organisation chartered by the G7 in 1987, is known for supporting bold and groundbreaking scientific research through its Research Grants and Fellowships. It is backed by 16 member countries, along with the European Commission, and focuses on advancing life…
Tobii, the global leader in eye-tracking technology, has unveiled its latest innovation, Glasses Explore, a cloud-based software aimed at making the analysis of human behaviour more accessible. Launched today, the new platform is designed to offer ease of use and aims to reduce the complexities typically involved in gathering and understanding behavioural insights. Paired with Tobii’s Pro Glasses 3, Glasses Explore allows users to capture and analyse human attention and awareness, providing a deeper understanding of what people focus on in real-world environments. The software offers intuitive insights into human performance, user experience (UX), and training efficiency, making it a…
SoSafe, Europe’s leading security awareness and human risk management provider, has launched its innovative Human Risk Operating System (Human Risk OS™), designed to help organisations manage and mitigate human security risks. The system aims to provide security teams with the tools to identify, quantify, monitor, and intervene on security risks posed by human behaviour, responding to the growing need for a more comprehensive approach to cyber defences. The new platform, unveiled at a launch event in Cologne, Germany, on 23 May, combines all of SoSafe’s existing security solutions into one cohesive system, allowing for real-time risk detection, continuous analysis, and…
Haier Smart Home Co., Ltd., a leading global player in consumer electronics and home appliances, has announced the successful acquisition of Carrier Commercial Refrigeration from Carrier Global Corporation for an enterprise value of approximately $775 million. This significant deal, completed on October 1, 2024, Beijing time, marks a pivotal moment in Haier’s strategic expansion into the commercial refrigeration market. The acquisition follows the signing of definitive agreements on December 12, 2023, and has been finalised after obtaining all necessary regulatory approvals. This smooth transition reflects the effective coordination among all stakeholders involved, ensuring that Carrier’s operations integrate seamlessly into Haier’s…
A recent study has unveiled that Millennials and Xennials are the generations most likely to juggle multiple jobs simultaneously, with over 5.4 million individuals aged 25 to 54 working two jobs in 2023. The report, conducted by company formation experts at StartFleet.io, analysed data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics to identify the age groups most engaged in dual employment. The findings indicate that those aged between 25 and 54, predominantly Millennials and Xennials, represent the largest group of multiple jobholders, totalling 5,441,000. In second place are individuals aged 55 to 64, mainly comprising Baby Boomers, with 1,303,000 working two…
Ferring Pharmaceuticals has announced promising findings from the OPTIMISE study, which provides groundbreaking evidence for a treat-to-target (T2T) management strategy in patients with mild-to-moderate ulcerative colitis (M2M UC). The study highlights the effectiveness of using faecal calprotectin (FC) home monitoring in achieving significantly higher rates of endoscopic and clinical remission over a 12-month period compared to traditional symptom-based approaches. Ulcerative colitis is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that can lead to recurring symptoms such as bloody diarrhoea, abdominal pain, and fatigue. Current treatment protocols typically begin with 5-aminosalicylic acid (5-ASA; mesalazine) as a first-line therapy, followed by a stepwise treatment…
Varun Beverages, one of PepsiCo’s largest franchise partners, has announced plans to invest $50 million in a new Pepsi production facility in Kiswishi City, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The investment marks one of the most significant foreign direct investments (FDI) in the country’s consumer goods sector, creating thousands of jobs and expanding PepsiCo’s footprint in the fast-growing African market. The new Pepsi facility will be located in Kiswishi City, the DRC’s first private Special Economic Zone (SEZ), covering 15 hectares (37 acres) along the N1 Highway. This strategic location provides easy access to Lubumbashi’s growing population and the…
A new study from Cigna Healthcare has highlighted the detrimental impact of financial stress on global health and well-being, with more people turning to social support systems for help. The Cigna Healthcare International Health Study 2024, which surveyed over 10,000 people across 11 countries, reveals that overall health and vitality have declined, with financial well-being emerging as the weakest area of people’s lives. Although stress levels have fallen in most regions, financial concerns such as the cost of living and personal finance remain the most significant sources of anxiety worldwide. The report emphasises that financial pressure is preventing many from…
The Yorkshire division of Ashberry Homes has celebrated not only the arrival of the first family to its Pilgrim’s Way development in Beverley but also the emergence of what may be the world’s tiniest housebuilder. Laura Dodds and Scott Manterfield have recently moved into their new four-bedroom detached home, the Trillium, and their two-year-old son, Harry, is already fully engaged in the building process. Shortly after their move, Harry was spotted wearing an Ashberry hardhat and enthusiastically directing construction activities from the living room window. “Harry absolutely loves watching the Ashberry builders at work,” said Laura. “When we mentioned this…
