ffi Canadian securities regulators announce results of 10th annual review of representation of women on boards and in executive officer positions in Canada By www.osc.ca Published On :: Tue, 29 Oct 2024 18:20:36 GMT TORONTO – Participating Canadian securities regulators today published the results of their 10th consecutive annual review of disclosures relating to women on boards and in executive officer positions, as well as the underlying data that was used to prepare the report. Full Article
ffi OSC study finds ESG ratings greatly influence investor decisions but are difficult to understand By www.osc.ca Published On :: Wed, 30 Oct 2024 13:50:36 GMT TORONTO – The Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) today released the results of a study examining the influence of environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors on retail investor decision making. Full Article
ffi The Adventure zone : the crystal kingdom / based on the podcast by Griffin McElroy, Clint McElroy, Travis McElroy, Justin McElroy ; adaptation by Clint McElroy, Carey Pietsch ; art by Carey Pietsch. By library.gcpl.lib.oh.us Published On :: "A desperate call for help interrupts holiday celebrations at the Bureau of Balance, and sends Taako, Magnus and Merle on a high-stakes mission to find and reclaim a fourth deadly relic: a powerful transmutation stone, hidden somewhere in the depths of a floating arcane laboratory that's home to the Doctors Maureen and Lucas Miller. An unknown menace has seized control of the stone, and is using it to transform the lab into a virulent pink crystal that spreads to everything it touches. It's only a matter of time before this sparkling disaster crash-lands, but in order to find the stone and save the whole planet from being King Midased, our heroes will have to fight their way through a gauntlet of rowdy robots and crystal golems, decide whether they can trust the evasive Lucas Miller, and solve the mystery of what— or who— has put them all in peril, before there's no world left to save." -- Provided by publisher Full Article
ffi Top Secret W. E. B. Griffin. By library.gcpl.lib.oh.us Published On :: From #1 New York Times bestselling authors W.E.B. Griffin and William E. Butterworth IV comes the first Clandestine Operations novel-featuring a new kind of threat and a different breed of warrior. In the first weeks after World War II, James D. Cronley, Jr., is recruited for a new enterprise that will eventually be transformed into something called the CIA. For a new war has already begun against an enemy that is bigger, smarter, and more vicious: the Soviet Union. The Soviets have hit the ground running, and Cronley's job is to help frustrate them, harass them, and spy on them any way he can. But his first assignment might be his last. He's got only seven days to extract a vital piece of information from a Soviet agent, and he's already managed to rile up his superior officers. If he fails now, his intelligence career could be the shortest in history. Because there are enemies everywhere-and, as Cronley is about to find out, some of them wear the same uniform he does... Full Article
ffi Q+A (Queer and Affirming) (November 13, 2024 7:00pm) By events.umich.edu Published On :: Mon, 26 Aug 2024 12:19:09 -0400 Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 7:00pm Location: Off Campus Location Organized By: Wesley Foundation Campus Ministry We'll gather for discussion, Bible or book studies, and discover the intersection of faith and identity. This group is for the LGBTQIA2S+ community and allies. Full Article Class / Instruction
ffi Rackham Consultation Services: Virtual Office Hours (November 13, 2024 2:00pm) By events.umich.edu Published On :: Sun, 22 Sep 2024 00:15:47 -0400 Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 2:00pm Location: Off Campus Location Organized By: Rackham Graduate School If you have a quick question or have a time sensitive matter, attend the Rackham Consultation Services open office hours weekly on Monday and Wednesday from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. via Zoom. In the interest of providing students as much privacy as possible, you may spend a brief time in a waiting room if the resolution officer is engaged with another student. They will be with you as quickly as possible. Join Zoom Meeting https://umich.zoom.us/j/99196090990 Meeting ID: 991 9609 0990 One tap mobile +13092053325,,99196090990# US +13126266799,,99196090990# US (Chicago) — Dial by your location +1 309 205 3325 US +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 646 876 9923 US (New York) +1 646 931 3860 US +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) +1 305 224 1968 US +1 386 347 5053 US +1 507 473 4847 US +1 564 217 2000 US +1 669 444 9171 US +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 689 278 1000 US +1 719 359 4580 US +1 253 205 0468 US +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 360 209 5623 US +1 647 558 0588 Canada +1 778 907 2071 Canada +1 780 666 0144 Canada +1 204 272 7920 Canada +1 438 809 7799 Canada +1 587 328 1099 Canada +1 647 374 4685 Canada Find your local number: https://umich.zoom.us/u/aUy8Alk2 — Join by SIP 99196090990@zoomcrc.com We want to ensure full and equitable participation in our events. If an accommodation would promote your full participation in this event, please follow the registration link to indicate your accommodation requirements. Please let us know as soon as possible in order to have adequate time, preferably one week, to arrange for your requested accommodations or an effective alternative. Full Article Livestream / Virtual
ffi Grant Office Hours for Student Sustainability Coalition: Planet Blue Student Innovation Fund & Social and Environmental Grants (November 13, 2024 2:00pm) By events.umich.edu Published On :: Thu, 19 Sep 2024 08:40:16 -0400 Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 2:00pm Location: Off Campus Location Organized By: Student Sustainability Coalition The Student Sustainability Coalition manages $200,000 worth of grant money that we allocate to student groups who are working on projects related to environmental and social sustainability on Campus! Our grant programs include the Planet Blue Student Innovation Fund and the Social and Environmental Sustainability Grant. Join us in these information sessions to learn more about which grant program is right for your project and get the support you and your team needs through the application process! Info sessions take place virtually every Tuesday from 10-11a and every Wednesday from 2-3p. Come chat with us! Full Article Other
ffi dije Office 2024-2025 (November 13, 2024 12:00pm) By events.umich.edu Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 06:20:35 -0500 Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 12:00pm Location: dije Office Lounge (Room 1001) Education Building Organized By: Sessions @ Michigan The dije Office in the Marsal Family School of Education is eager to host a multitude of events for our community. Use this Sessions track to register for our upcoming programs. We look forward to seeing you soon! Full Article Workshop / Seminar
ffi Automated single-cell proteomics providing sufficient proteome depth to study complex biology beyond cell type classifications - Nature.com By news.google.com Published On :: Mon, 08 Jul 2024 07:00:00 GMT Automated single-cell proteomics providing sufficient proteome depth to study complex biology beyond cell type classifications Nature.com Full Article
ffi Extended Parking Lane Closures & Traffic Shifts at W. Lawrence Avenue between N. Broadway and N. Winthrop Avenue By www.transitchicago.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Nov 2024 06:00:00 GMT Extended Parking Lane Closures & Traffic Shifts at W. Lawrence Avenue between N. Broadway and N. Winthrop Avenue for Street Reconstruction & Final Asphalt. Full Article
ffi Updated Dates & Impacts with Extended Parking Lane Closures & Traffic Shifts at W. Foster Avenue between N. Broadway and N. Winthrop Avenue By www.transitchicago.com Published On :: Sun, 25 Aug 2024 05:00:00 GMT Updated Dates & Impacts with Extended Parking Lane Closures & Traffic Shifts at W. Foster Avenue between N. Broadway and N. Winthrop Avenue for Street Reconstruction & Shoring Tower Construction & Staging. Full Article
ffi W Argyle traffic lane shifts and single-day street closure By www.transitchicago.com Published On :: Mon, 26 Aug 2024 05:00:00 GMT W Argyle will have traffic lane shifts and a single-day closure to build new track strucutre over the street. Full Article
ffi Daily Partial Alley Closure. The alley behind 3757-63 N. Sheffield Avenue & 3764 N. Wilton Avenue By www.transitchicago.com Published On :: Mon, 09 Sep 2024 05:00:00 GMT Daily Partial Alley Closure. The alley behind 3757-63 N. Sheffield Avenue & 3764 N. Wilton Avenue for steel erection. Full Article
ffi Daily Street Closures, W. Cornelia Avenue between N. Sheffield Avenue and N. Wilton Avenue. By www.transitchicago.com Published On :: Fri, 13 Sep 2024 05:00:00 GMT Daily Street Closures, W. Cornelia Avenue between N. Sheffield Avenue and N. Wilton Avenue for track work. Full Article
ffi New Dates, Parking Lane Closure and Traffic Shifts at W. Foster Avenue between N. Broadway and N. Winthrop Avenue By www.transitchicago.com Published On :: Fri, 11 Oct 2024 05:00:00 GMT New Dates, Parking Lane Closure and Traffic Shifts at W. Foster Avenue between N. Broadway and N. Winthrop Avenue for Asphalt Placement Full Article
ffi Avoid Spooky Traffic and Let CTA Be Your Broomstick to the Hot Chocolate Race and Fun Events Across the Region By www.transitchicago.com Published On :: Thu, 31 Oct 2024 05:00:00 GMT Choose CTA as the best transit option to get around the city. Customers can save money by purchasing an unlimited rides pass, either the 1-Day ($5) – far more economical and convenient than the price of gas and parking - or the 3-Day ($15) pass – a real budget-saving move. Full Article
ffi Extended Alley Closure for the alley east of the following addresses will be closed: 947 thru 957 W. Cornelia Avenue, 3433 thru 3457 N. Sheffield Avenue & 946 thru 956 W. Newport Avenue By www.transitchicago.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2024 06:00:00 GMT Extended Alley Closure for the alley east of the following addresses will be closed: 957 W. Cornelia Avenue, 3433 thru 3457 N. Sheffield Avenue & 946 – 956 W. Newport Avenue Full Article
ffi Post Office jobs at risk under restructure plans By www.personneltoday.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 10:04:53 +0000 More than 1,000 jobs could be at risk as the Post Office considers closing branches and restructuring its head office roles. The post Post Office jobs at risk under restructure plans appeared first on Personnel Today. Full Article Latest News Public sector Job creation and losses Redundancy
ffi Two Indicators: Will Remote Work Kill The Office? By www.npr.org Published On :: Fri, 20 Aug 2021 23:10:23 +0000 It's Stacey vs Greg in a face off on the future of the office. Each takes a side, armed with studies, historical examples, theories on efficiency and happiness and from their closet studios, they bring their indicators for the future of the office. | Subscribe to our weekly newsletter here. And our daily podcast The Indicator hosted by Stacey here.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy Full Article
ffi Two Indicators: After Affirmative Action & why America overpays for subways By www.npr.org Published On :: Wed, 05 Jul 2023 23:35:49 +0000 Two stories today.First, as we start to understand post-affirmative action America, we look to a natural experiment 25 years ago, when California ended the practice in public universities. It reshaped the makeup of the universities almost instantly. We find out what happened in the decades that followed.Then, we ask, why does it cost so much for America to build big things, like subways. Compared to other wealthy nations, the costs of infrastructure projects in the U.S. are astronomical. We take a trip to one of the most expensive subway stations in the world to get to the bottom of why American transit is so expensive to build.This episode was hosted by Adrian Ma and Darian Woods. It was produced by Corey Bridges, and engineered by Robert Rodriguez and Katherine Silva. It was fact-checked by Sierra Juarez. Viet Le is the Indicator's senior producer. And Kate Concannon edits the show. Alex Goldmark is our executive producer.Help support Planet Money and get bonus episodes by subscribing to Planet Money+ in Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org/planetmoney.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy Full Article
ffi Morally questionable, economically efficient By www.npr.org Published On :: Wed, 07 Feb 2024 23:45:25 +0000 There are tons of markets that don't exist because people just don't want to allow a market – for whatever reason, people feel icky about putting a price on something. For example: Surrogacy is a legal industry in parts of the United States, but not in much of the rest of the world. Assisted end-of-life is a legal medical transaction in some states, but is illegal in others.When we have those knee-jerk reactions and our gut repels us from considering something apparently icky, economics asks us to look a little more closely. Today on the show, we have three recommendations of things that may feel kinda wrong but economics suggests may actually be the better way. First: Could the matching process of organ donation be more efficient if people could buy and sell organs? Then: Should women seek revenge more often in the workplace? And finally, what if insider trading is actually useful? This episode was hosted by Mary Childs and Greg Rosalsky. It was produced by Willa Rubin and edited by Jess Jiang. It was engineered by Cena Loffredo. Fact-checking by Sierra Juarez. Alex Goldmark is Planet Money's executive producer.Help support Planet Money and get bonus episodes by subscribing to Planet Money+ in Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org/planetmoney.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy Full Article
ffi U of T Supermileage Team to unveil new fleet of super-efficient student-built vehicles - U of T’s reigning champs eye Americas-wide record at the 2016 Shell Eco-marathon Americas Challenge By media.utoronto.ca Published On :: Thu, 14 Apr 2016 18:41:43 +0000 U of T’s reigning champs eye Americas-wide record at the 2016 Shell Eco-marathon Americas Challenge Toronto, ON – Imagine driving from Toronto to San Francisco and back on three litres of gasoline. That’s exactly the kind of vehicle a University of Toronto Suoermileage Team, will be unveiling on April 16 along with another battery-electric powered car. It’s […] Full Article Engineering Media Releases University of Toronto
ffi Saving sunshine for a rainy day: New catalyst offers efficient storage of alternative energies - Team led by U of T Engineering designs world’s most efficient catalyst for storing energy as hydrogen by splitting water molecules By media.utoronto.ca Published On :: Thu, 24 Mar 2016 18:00:26 +0000 Team led by U of T Engineering designs world’s most efficient catalyst for storing energy as hydrogen by splitting water moleculesToronto, ON — We can’t control when the wind blows and when the sun shines, so finding efficient ways to store energy from alternative sources remains an urgent research problem. Now, a group of researchers led […] Full Article Engineering Environment & Natural Resources Media Releases
ffi Official G7 Germany: the Schloss Elmau Summit eBook launch By media.utoronto.ca Published On :: Mon, 01 Jun 2015 16:24:20 +0000 Toronto, ON — G7 Germany: The Schloss Elmau Summit, an official eBook authorised by the federal government of Germany for the G7 Summit, produced by the G7 Research Group at the Munk School of Global Affairs and Trinity College, University of Toronto and edited by John Kirton and Madeline Koch, launched on 26 May. […] Full Article International Affairs Media Releases
ffi U of T Cities Podcast Ep. 1 The Future of Traffic - Artificially intelligent traffic lights, human-electric hybrid pod vehicles and more By media.utoronto.ca Published On :: Thu, 16 Oct 2014 17:44:22 +0000 Artificially intelligent traffic lights, human-electric hybrid pod vehicles and more This first episode of U of T Cities features researchers and entrepreneurs working to build the future of traffic. Learn about artificially intelligent traffic lights, bike-car hybrid vehicles, a first-of-its-kind undergraduate course all about the Toronto election and more. http://bit.ly/1CVWAkn For more stories on U of […] Full Article Podcasts
ffi It’s Magic: Micaela Blei and Anthony Griffith By play.prx.org Published On :: Fri, 15 Sep 2023 04:00:00 -0000 We experience magic in different forms. This episode is hosted by Moth director Jodi Powell. Storytellers: Micaela Blei becomes friends with a magician and wants something more. Anthony Griffith navigates life with his single mom. Full Article mothshorts
ffi IDEO’s CEO, Sandy Speicher, Asks: What Is an Office Even For Now? By hbr.org Published On :: Wed, 15 Dec 2021 05:00:00 GMT Speicher explains how design thinking can help guide us to new ways of collaborating as we rethink work and the workplace in a post-Covid world. Full Article
ffi Tsedal Neeley on Why We Need to Think of the Office as a Tool, with Very Specific Uses By hbr.org Published On :: Tsedal Neeley on Why We Need to Think of the Office as a Tool, with Very Specific Uses Full Article
ffi What Difficult Emotions Are Trying to Tell You By hbr.org Published On :: Wed, 23 Feb 2022 05:00:00 GMT Emotions are running raw during the pandemic. How should we manage our difficult feelings, especially at work? Full Article
ffi How to Negotiate a Flexible Return to the Office By hbr.org Published On :: Wed, 23 Feb 2022 05:00:00 GMT Many of those working from home during quarantine are now being asked to return to the office. But how do you talk to your manager if you don’t want to go back in? Full Article
ffi How to Control Your Emotions During a Difficult Conversation By hbr.org Published On :: Wed, 02 Mar 2022 05:00:00 GMT When you’re in the middle of a conflict, it’s common to automatically enter a “fight or flight” mentality, but it’s possible to interrupt this response and clear a path towards a more productive discussion. Full Article
ffi When Will Remote Workers Feel Safe Heading Back to the Office? By www.recruiter.com Published On :: Fri, 26 Jun 2020 15:27:59 EST With states starting to lift lockdown restrictions amid fluctuating infection and hospitalization rates — and some localities even forced to pause reopenings in progress — the safety of heading back to the workplace is still very much in question. What will it take for the typical worker whose routine has shifted as a result of the pandemic to ... Full Article
ffi Easy Ain't Easy: Taking the difficulty out of making things easy to use. By www.qualitymag.com Published On :: Fri, 15 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -0500 Easy ain’t easy. Sounds like something said by cultural catchphrase artist and legendary baseball player Yogi Berra, but it sums up a conversation I had at a recent tradeshow in Atlanta. Full Article
ffi Recruiter.com Expands with New Office and Staff By www.recruiter.com Published On :: Thu, 06 Jun 2013 18:28:38 EST Recruiter.com, a leading recruiting and career website, recently expanded in February of 2013, with a new office in Farmington, CT. The new office will house sales, management, and support staff. A new staff member was also added to the team. David Ranno joined Recruiter.com as an Account Executive. David has a background in sales and Internet marketing and is a CT ... Full Article
ffi White Paper: How High-Efficiency Climate Control Solutions Save Energy and Money By www.qualitymag.com Published On :: Wed, 21 Apr 2021 10:10:54 -0400 High temperatures in industrial settings are a leading cause of downtime. Controlling units and microprocessors age quickly under heat pressure, which means that generated heat must be removed efficiently or heat damage will occur. Full Article
ffi Zetec to Host Webinar on How Scalable NDT Solutions Can Improve Accuracy, Efficiency in Oil & Gas Inspection Applications By www.qualitymag.com Published On :: Wed, 01 Aug 2018 00:00:00 -0400 A question-and-answer period will follow the webinar. A recorded version will be available for later viewing. Full Article
ffi Energy Management: Empowering Quality Departments to Lead the Energy Efficiency Charge By www.qualitymag.com Published On :: Mon, 02 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400 A paper released by the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) addresses the importance of renewable energy in mitigating climate change and the challenges posed by the global energy crisis. It emphasizes the need to improve energy efficiency in response to increased energy consumption worldwide. Full Article
ffi Elevating Aerospace Safety: Uniting Stakeholders for a Safer, More Efficient Aviation Industry By www.qualitymag.com Published On :: Thu, 25 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400 The International Aerospace Quality Group (IAQG®) spearheaded a monumental effort twenty-five years ago to establish uniform standards across the aviation, space, and defense industries, aiming to streamline operations while bolstering quality and safety. Full Article
ffi Front-Office Automation for Continuous Improvement By www.qualitymag.com Published On :: Wed, 21 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Front-office operations offer strategic opportunities for continuous improvement. Automating tasks can maximize effectiveness, free up senior employees, and lead to significant improvements in productivity and profitability. Full Article
ffi Seven Ways that AI Will Make Calibration Faster and More Efficient By www.qualitymag.com Published On :: Mon, 07 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Calibration is essential for maintaining quality and safety in industries like pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, and chemicals. The future looks to digital certificates and AI technology to make calibration processes faster and more efficient. This article discusses how AI is set to transform calibration. Full Article
ffi Efficient Use of Coordinate Measurement Machines By www.qualitymag.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Full Article
ffi Achieving Efficiency and Precision: The Role of Universal Shaft Measurement Machines in Modern Manufacturing By www.qualitymag.com Published On :: Fri, 26 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 The manufacturing industry relies on precision for safety and performance. Shaft measurement instruments are crucial for ensuring the functionality of mechanical systems. Full Article
ffi Lay Science Writing Competition 2024: Evaluating umbilical cord blood transfusion efficacy and safety in neonates By www.blood.ca Published On :: Wed, 16 Oct 2024 16:39:06 +0000 Lay Science Writing Competition 2024: Evaluating umbilical cord blood transfusion efficacy and safety in neonates Transplantation Organs and Tissues Plasma Stem Cells Transfusion Blood Thursday, October 17, 2024 Mahsa Yazdanbakhsh Our partnership with the Centre for Blood Research (CBR) at the University of British Columbia is helping to train the next generation of researchers in transfusion science. This blog post highlights just some of the achievements in education, training or knowledge mobilization accomplished by CBR trainees. Canadian Blood Services 2024 Lay Science Writing Competition offered in partnership with the Centre for Blood Research (CBR) provides research trainees an opportunity to exercise and enhance their science communication skills by sharing their research with lay audiences. The competition was open to research trainees in the broad Canadian Blood Services research network – including trainees that are directly funded by Canadian Blood Services, in laboratories that receive funding from Canadian Blood Services, and at the Centre for Blood Research in Vancouver. In this blog, graduate student Mahsa Yazdanbakhsh, author of the third prize-winning entry, provides some behind-the-scenes insights into the preparation of her submission. The full entry text is also shared below. Mahsa Yazdanbakhsh is a PhD candidate training in the laboratory of Canadian Blood Services senior scientist, Dr. Jason Acker at the University of Alberta. Why did you choose to participate in the competition this year? I chose to participate in the competition because it gave me a chance to highlight important research in neonatal blood transfusion, specifically focusing on umbilical cord blood (UCB) transfusions for extremely premature newborns. I saw this as an opportunity to show how UCB could improve survival and outcomes for these vulnerable babies. Since I’m involved in this research, I felt it was important to share my insights and the potential benefits this work could bring to neonatal medicine. The theme this year was “Connecting science with society”; what did this theme mean to you? The theme was particularly meaningful to me because it emphasizes the importance of making scientific discoveries accessible and relevant to the broader public. For me, it’s about bridging the gap between complex research and real-world applications that can improve lives. In our work on umbilical cord blood transfusions for premature infants, the potential benefits go beyond the laboratory—they directly impact vulnerable newborns. This theme reminded me that research is not just about advancing knowledge within the scientific community, but also about ensuring that society understands and benefits from these advancements. By participating in this competition, I aimed to contribute to this connection, demonstrating how science can address critical healthcare challenges and ultimately improve outcomes for neonates. Did the writing process help you learn or discover something new about your research? Yes, the writing process helped me gain a new perspective on our research. It required me to step back and think about how to explain complex scientific concepts in a way that is clear and relatable to a wider audience. This helped me see my work from a different angle, focusing not just on the technical aspects, but also on the broader impact it could have on neonatal care. Writing about my research also reinforced the importance of effective science communication, reminding me that research isn't just about what happens in the lab, but how it can be applied to make a real difference in society. What tips would you share with others who are writing about research for lay audiences? When writing about research for lay audiences, I recommend simplifying complex ideas without losing the essence of the work. Break down the concepts into clear and simple language, but ensure key details remain intact. I suggest focusing on why the research matters by connecting it to real-world applications or benefits, helping readers understand its relevance. Avoid jargon whenever possible, and if you need to use technical terms, explain them in an accessible way. I also recommend using relatable examples to make complex concepts easier to grasp. Present the research in an engaging way, perhaps by telling a story or highlighting its human impact. Read the prize-winning entry in its entirety below... Evaluating umbilical cord blood transfusion efficacy and safety in neonates Imagine a small infant who was born prematurely and is having a hard time surviving in the outside world. These extraordinarily early newborns, referred to as ELGANs (Extremely Low Gestational Age Newborns), are born before 28 weeks of pregnancy and must fight a losing battle against anemia, a disorder in which there are insufficient healthy red blood cells in their blood to carry oxygen throughout their bodies. A common strategy used by physicians to win this conflict is blood transfusions. These transfusions now depend on adult donors' blood. This method, while life-saving, has limitations. Adult blood cells might not always meet these delicate babies' unique needs, which could occasionally result in complications and less positive results. But what if there was a more efficient method? Umbilical cord blood (UCB) has been proposed as a treatment for anemia in infants in the past. Fetal hemoglobin (HbF), a particular type of hemoglobin that is beneficial at carrying oxygen and protecting cells from harm, is rich in UCB. The fragility of fetal red blood cells and low volumes presented practical challenges that led to a decline in the use of UCB, despite its promising results. However, scientists are now looking again at this overlooked hero. They think that the secret to safer and more efficient treatments for premature babies may lie with UCB. According to recent research, UCB may be able to supply the necessary transfusions, and ongoing clinical trials are examining its advantages over adult blood. How to store UCB is a big obstacle when using it. UCB has a shorter life span than adult blood, which can be kept in storage for longer periods of time. Scientists are actively working on new methods to freeze and store UCB so it can be readily available when needed. This process is known as cryopreservation. Our research team has developed a meticulous method to freeze and thaw UCB. This technique, involving the addition and removal of a substance called glycerol, aids in protecting the blood cells during the freezing process. Having demonstrated the effectiveness of this method with adult blood, we are now adapting it for UCB. Our research is guided by three primary objectives: optimizing the freezing process, minimizing immune reactions, and assessing survival rates. By refining our freezing and thawing methods, our aim is to ensure that UCB cells remain healthy and functional. Furthermore, we seek to compare how the immune system responds to UCB and adult blood to ascertain the safety and efficacy of UCB transfusions. Lastly, we will evaluate the survival of UCB cells after cryopreservation and thawing, comparing them to adult blood cells. Success in these endeavors could offer a more potent treatment for anemia in premature babies, leading to improved health outcomes and fewer complications, thereby revolutionizing neonatal care and providing these vulnerable recipients with a stronger start in life. In conclusion, our research in Dr. Jason Acker's lab on UCB aims to address the critical needs of premature infants by optimizing cryopreservation techniques, understanding immune responses, and comparing the efficacy of UCB to adult blood. The potential benefits of utilizing UCB are immense, and if successful, this work could transform the landscape of neonatal transfusions, offering these vulnerable babies a better chance at a healthy start in life. About the author: Mahsa's research is supported by the Canadian Blood Services Graduate Fellowship Program award. In her work, Mahsa focuses on optimizing blood manufacturing methods and investigating how to improve the efficacy of blood transfusion. Canadian Blood Services – Driving world-class innovation Through discovery, development and applied research, Canadian Blood Services drives world-class innovation in blood transfusion, cellular therapy and transplantation—bringing clarity and insight to an increasingly complex healthcare future. Our dedicated research team and extended network of partners engage in exploratory and applied research to create new knowledge, inform and enhance best practices, contribute to the development of new services and technologies, and build capacity through training and collaboration. Find out more about our research impact. The opinions reflected in this post are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Canadian Blood Services nor do they reflect the views of Health Canada or any other funding agency. Related blog posts One month left to enter the 2024 Lay Science Writing Competition! Tuesday, May 14, 2024 Abby Wolfe The 2024 Canadian Blood Services’ Lay Science Writing Competition is open for submissions from research trainees in Canadian Blood Services’ research network until Friday, June 14, 2024. The theme this year is: “Connecting science with society”. Additional competition details available in this post! Transplantation Organs and Tissues Plasma Stem Cells Transfusion Blood Read full story, One month left to enter the 2024 Lay Science Writing Competition! CSTM 2024: Reflections from Canadian Blood Services trainees, part 1 Tuesday, July 09, 2024 Trainees Canadian Blood Services research trainees reflect on the 2024 Canadian Society for Transfusion Medicine (CSTM) conference and their experience as planning committee members for Canadian Blood Services’ Research Day. 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ffi How to Future-Proof HVAC Systems to Meet Efficiency and Carbon Emission Goals By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Oct 2021 07:00:00 -0400 The major drivers of future-proofed HVAC systems are efficiency, resiliency, electrification, and grid-interactivity. Full Article
ffi Energy-Efficiency Trends in Water Heating Highlight Heat Pump Technology By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Tue, 16 Nov 2021 11:00:00 -0500 Efficiency and sustainability have become the center of attention for almost every industry today, including the water heating space. Full Article
ffi AABC Installs New Officers and Directors for 2024-2026 By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Oct 2024 23:14:13 -0400 The Associated Air Balance Council (AABC) installed new officers and directors for 2024-2026 during its Annual Meeting in Lost Pines, Texas. Full Article
ffi Michigan Launches Efficiency Rebates Pilot Programs By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Oct 2024 11:00:00 -0400 Michigan’s share of the federal Home Efficiency Rebates funding totals nearly $211 million. Full Article
ffi WaterFurnace: High-Efficiency Geothermal Heat Pump By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 23 Jul 2012 07:30:00 -0400 WaterFurnace has launched the 7 Series, which the company said represents breakthroughs in energy efficiency, integrated technologies, communication capabilities, and comfort. Full Article
ffi A&B Properties, Carbon Lighthouse Launch Energy Efficiency Pilot Program By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 15 Aug 2016 07:10:00 -0400 A&B Properties Inc. (ABP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Alexander & Baldwin Inc., has partnered with Carbon Lighthouse, an energy services company, to implement a two-month pilot to identify energy efficiency initiatives for its commercial assets in Hawaii. Full Article
ffi Net-Zero Prefab Homes Feature Radiant Systems, High-Efficiency HVAC By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Sun, 03 Sep 2023 07:00:00 -0400 Transcend Communities are net zero, all-electric, healthy, resilient, connected, solar-powered, and cost-effective homes located in mixed-use communities — and an in-floor radiant system that will heat and cool both air and water is pivotal to this. Full Article