cranfield

Powering growth: new report shows UK higher education economic impact

Published 09 Sep 2024 A new study from London Economics has found that UK higher education and research makes a total net contribution of £265 billion to the economy, with universities in the East of England, including Cranfield University, contributing £19.5 billion. The report, The economic impact of higher education teaching, research and innovation, commissioned by Universities UK, showed that for every £1 of public money invested in … Continue reading Powering growth: new report shows UK higher education economic impact

Maximus

Maximus Names Mike Raker as Chief Technology Officer

Raker to lead the company’s strategic technology direction, aligning innovative solutions and customer needs TYSONS, Va. – Maximus, a leading employer and provider of government services worldwide, announced Mike Raker as its Chief Technology Officer (CTO). As a key member of our leadership team, Raker oversees the company’s Technology and Innovation organization. The CTO and its team are vital to setting Maximus’ strategic technology direction, … Continue reading Maximus Names Mike Raker as Chief Technology Officer

Affimed

Affimed Appoints Shawn M. Leland as Chief Executive Officer

MANNHEIM, Germany, Sept. 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Affimed N.V. (Nasdaq: AFMD) (“Affimed” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage immuno-oncology company committed to giving patients back their innate ability to fight cancer, announced today that Shawn M. Leland, PharmD, RPh has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Dr. Andreas Harstrick, who has been serving as acting CEO since January 2024 will continue in his position … Continue reading Affimed Appoints Shawn M. Leland as Chief Executive Officer

Paypal

Introducing PayPal Everywhere

New rich rewards and in-store access transform PayPal into a single solution for every type of customer everywhere they shop SAN JOSE, Calif., Sep. 5, 2024 – PayPal (NASDAQ: PYPL) today ushered in a new era for customers, making it easier and more rewarding than ever to shop and pay with PayPal anywhere, anytime – both in stores and online. Now, customers have access to rich rewards, … Continue reading Introducing PayPal Everywhere

Trillion Energy

Trillion Energy Reports Record Production +US$1,000,000 Gross Production Revenue For August

Black Sea Asset Drives Significant Gas Revenue Growth as Company Prepares for Velocity String Installation September 4, 2024 – Vancouver, B.C. – Trillion Energy International Inc. (“Trillion” or the “Company”) (CSE: TCF) (OTCQB: TRLEF) (Frankfurt: Z62) is pleased to provide this production update for oil and gas fields, highlighting robust performance and strategic developments. During the month of August, the 100% gas production from SASB was about 133.13 MMcf … Continue reading Trillion Energy Reports Record Production +US$1,000,000 Gross Production Revenue For August

WasteFuel

WasteFuel Appoints David Trench as New CEO

DUBAI, UAE & LOS ANGELES – WasteFuel, a US-based next-generation bioenergy company, announced today the appointment of David Trench as its new Chief Executive Officer, following an extensive global search. Trevor Neilson, Co-founder and CEO of WasteFuel, will step down as CEO, but will remain engaged with the Board, executive team and David to ensure a smooth transition. “David is the perfect person to lead … Continue reading WasteFuel Appoints David Trench as New CEO

AZENTA

AZENTA ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENT OF JOHN P. MAROTTA AS CEO

Succeeds Dr. Stephen Schwartz Following 14-Year Tenure BURLINGTON, Mass., Sept. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Azenta, Inc. (Nasdaq: AZTA) (“Azenta” or “the Company”), today announced that John P. Marotta will join the Company as President and CEO effective September 9, 2024, succeeding Dr. Stephen Schwartz, who is retiring following a distinguished tenure. Dr. Schwartz will remain as an advisor to Azenta to ensure a smooth and successful transition.  Mr. Marotta has two decades … Continue reading AZENTA ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENT OF JOHN P. MAROTTA AS CEO

Schools

More than 400 Million Students Affected by Climate-Related School Closures since 2022

For less than $20 per student schools can adapt and minimize learning losses WASHINGTON, Sept. 4, 2024 – A staggering 400 million students globally experienced school closures from extreme weather since 2022, according to a new World Bank report released today. The report examines the detrimental impacts of climate change on education in low- and middle-income countries and offers solutions to harness education to spur climate … Continue reading More than 400 Million Students Affected by Climate-Related School Closures since 2022