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Transportation Research Board Convenes Annual Gathering of Government, Industry, and Research Professionals

Industry leaders, policymakers, administrators, and researchers will gather in person from Jan. 9 to 13 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C., for the 101st annual meeting of the Transportation Research Board (TRB).




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Transportation Secretary Buttigieg Underscores Importance of Equity in Transportation, Addresses Supply Chain Issues During TRB Annual Meeting 2022

U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg addressed attendees of the Transportation Research Board’s 101st Annual Meeting, where he highlighted the importance of evidence-based science, along with economic strength, clean energy, road traffic safety, and infrastructure.




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National Academies’ Gulf Research Program Announces Six Early-Career Research Fellows Focused on Offshore Energy Safety

Six scientists have been selected for the Offshore Energy Safety track of the Early-Career Research Fellowship (ECRF), announced the Gulf Research Program of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.




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New Awards in Science Communication Totaling $600,000 Annually Launched by Schmidt Futures and the National Academies

The new Eric and Wendy Schmidt Awards for Excellence in Science Communication aim to recognize and develop excellence in science communication by research scientists and by early career, local, and freelance science journalists. The program will provide winners with cash awards as well as training and resources to further expand their communications skills.




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Executive Director of the Transportation Research Board Announces Retirement

Neil Pedersen, executive director of the Transportation Research Board (TRB) of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, announced he will retire in the early fall of 2022. The National Academies will launch a nationwide search for Pedersen’s successor.




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Gulf Research Program Announces Five Early-Career Research Fellows in Human Health and Community Resilience

Five scientists have been selected for the Human Health and Community Resilience track of the Early-Career Research Fellowship (ECRF), the Gulf Research Program of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine announced today.




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Gulf Research Program Announces Grant Awards for Two HBCUs for Research on the Social Determinants of Health in At-Risk Gulf Communities

The Gulf Research Program (GRP) of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine today announced $200,000 in planning grant awards for two historically Black universities as part of a partnership with the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) to understand how data on social determinants of health can transform public health data systems in the Gulf of Mexico region.




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TRB Announces 24 Minority Student Fellows for 2023

The Transportation Research Board (TRB) today announced the 2023 class of Minority Student Fellows. As part of its commitment to increasing diversity and inclusiveness in transportation, the TRB Minority Student Fellows Program funds students from minority-serving institutions to attend and present their research at the TRB Annual Meeting and help them engage in TRB’s network of transportation professionals.




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National Academies’ Gulf Research Program Announces 2022 Cohort of Science Policy Fellows

The Gulf Research Program (GRP) of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine today announced the four recipients of its 2022 Science Policy Fellowship.




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The Gulf Research Program Announces Support for Regionally Focused Architectural Studio Design Courses at Five Universities

The Gulf Research Program is providing awards totaling nearly $900K to five universities for the creation of interdisciplinary architectural studio design courses that engage with the unique features of the Gulf of Mexico region, such as offshore energy safety, environmental protection and stewardship, and Gulf health and resilience.




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Gulf Research Program Announces Second Cohort of Gulf Scholar Program Institutions

The National Academies’ Gulf Research Program (GRP) today announced the addition of six colleges and universities to the Gulf Scholars Program (GSP), a five-year, $12.7 million pilot program that prepares undergraduate students to address the most pressing environmental, health, energy, and infrastructure challenges in the Gulf of Mexico region.




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National Academies Announce Inaugural Recipients of Eric and Wendy Schmidt Awards for Excellence in Science Communications

The 24 inaugural recipients of the Eric and Wendy Schmidt Awards for Excellence in Science Communication have been announced. Given by the National Academies in partnership with Schmidt Futures, the awards recognize science journalists and research scientists who have developed creative, original work about issues and advances in science, engineering, and medicine.




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Gulf Research Program Awards $1M in Planning Grants to Support Nature-Based Solutions

The Gulf Research Program (GRP) of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine announced awards totaling $997,523 to support 10 projects that will engage communities in co-developing full proposals to advance nature-based solutions to mitigate climate-related hazards.




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Industry and Government Should Begin Planning Carbon Dioxide Utilization in Circular Economy, Says New Report

As part of the shift to a net-zero carbon emissions economy, industry and government should begin planning for the deployment of carbon dioxide utilization systems to turn captured CO2 into useful products, such as aviation fuel and aggregates for construction.




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Gulf Research Program Announces Early-Career Research Fellows in Offshore Energy Safety and Education Research

The Gulf Research Program (GRP) of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine announced today its 2022-2024 cohorts of Early-Career Research Fellows in the Offshore Energy Safety and Education Research tracks.




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Secretaries of Energy and Transportation Discuss Getting to ‘Net-Zero’ in U.S. Transportation During TRB’s 2023 Annual Meeting

Energy Secretary Jennifer M. Granholm and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg took the stage at the 2023 annual meeting of the Transportation Research Board to discuss the federal government’s plan to reach “net-zero” carbon emissions in the U.S. transportation sector by 2050.




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NAS President Marcia McNutt to Speak at AAAS Annual Meeting - Several National Academies Projects Will Also Be Featured

National Academy of Sciences President Marcia McNutt will deliver a lecture on the future of the research enterprise this week at the AAAS Annual Meeting. The meeting will also feature sessions and presentations focused on National Academies reports and projects.




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National Nuclear Security Administration Cannot Continue With ‘Business as Usual’ in the Shifting Supercomputing Landscape, Says New Report

The National Nuclear Security Administration needs to fundamentally rethink the strategy for its next generation of high-performance computing and cannot continue with ‘business as usual’ through shifting technical and geopolitical landscapes. Advanced computing capabilities help the NNSA ensure that the U.S. maintains a safe, secure, and reliable nuclear stockpile.




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Hijacked: How hacked YouTube channels spread scams and malware

Here’s how cybercriminals go after YouTube channels and use them as conduits for fraud – and what you should watch out for when watching videos on the platform




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Should ransomware payments be banned? – Week in security with Tony Anscombe

Blanket bans on ransomware payments are a much-debated topic in cybersecurity and policy circles. What are the implications of outlawing the payments, and would the ban be effective?




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Apple announces software tools for developers to create apps for Vision Pro

Apple has announced that starting today, its global community of developers will be able to create spatial computing apps for Vision Pro.




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Microsoft announces AI-powered shopping tools in Bing, Edge

The new tools help users to harness the power of AI "to make it easier to discover, research, and complete your purchase, all in one place with information you need from expert sources," the tech giant said in a blogpost on Thursday.




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Microsoft announces AI-powered shopping tools in Bing, Edge

The new tools help users to harness the power of AI "to make it easier to discover, research, and complete your purchase, all in one place with information you need from expert sources," the tech giant said in a blogpost on Thursday.




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Traceability and recall planning: a necessary exercise

There is never a "good" time to initiate a recall. But the worst time is when you are forced to remove unsafe food from commerce and haven’t effectively planned for it.




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IFT20 roundup: The annual show goes virtual

This year's IFT show was very different because of the coronavirus pandemic: it was virtual-only, and was renamed SHIFT20. All events took place online, from July 12-15.




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The Chocolate Academy, Cacao Barry, and Callebaut announce new 2022 Chocolate Ambassador Team members

Chocolate Academy, Cacao Barry, and Callebaut have announced the latest additions to the Ambassador team.




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Undercover Snacks announces debut into second Costco region

The innovative woman-owned snack manufacturer has launched its best-selling Dark Chocolate + Sea Salt Crisps in all 73 Southeast Area Costco Wholesale locations.




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Cybake launches ISB management, planning system for in-store U.S. bakeries

Cybake bakery software has announced the introduction of its solution for retail in-store bakeries, Cybake ISB, to the market in the United States.




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Thermo Fisher Scientific announces enhancements to food pathogen PCR system

Thermo Fisher Scientific has simplified the workflow for the SureTect PCR System, by introducing streamlined handling and fail-safe color-coded plates and reagents, to smart, intuitive software and instrumentation.




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ASB announces student team finalists in 2016 product competition

Student teams from Kansas, Massachusetts and New York are finalists in the American Society of Baking’s 2016 Product Development Competition.




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Poppy Hand-Crafted Popcorn celebrates its 10th anniversary with new flavors, packaging

The ready-to-eat popcorn brand is unveiling its makeover and flavors this month.




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Kellanova Away From Home announces convenience innovations for 2024

The snacks, now available in the C-Store channel, which were first announced at the 2023 NACS Show in Atlanta this October.




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Expo West announces Nexty Awards winners

The panel of judges was comprised of New Hope editors and analysts, alongside industry expert guest judges.




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Eriez announces managing director for Eriez-Germany

Eriez President and CEO Lukas Guenthardt has announced the company has selected Eric Adams to serve as managing director for the company’s newly established Eriez Deutschland GmbH, based in Recklinghausen, Germany.




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Kemin announces new director of research and development

Kemin Industries has selected Rebecca Lucas to serve as director of research and development (R&D) for its human nutrition and health business unit.




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Bell Flavors & Fragrances announces new roles, strategic promotions at its Northbrook location

Bell Flavors & Fragrances recently announced one new role and several promotions at its headquarters in Northbrook, IL.




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PMMI announces Technology Excellence Awards finalists ahead of PACK EXPO

Attendees can vote on the awards during the packaging show, Sept. 11–13 in Las Vegas.




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La Brea Bakery debuts Cinnamon Raisin Loaf at Kroger banner stores

Developed in partnership with Kroger, the new loaf launched on September 7 in stores.




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Mi Rancho celebrates 75th anniversary

The tortilla and Mexican foods manufacturer is celebrating 75 years of business by recognizing and honoring those who have contributed to its growth and success.




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TIA Annual Convention & Trade Expo convenes in Southern California in May

A luxurious new venue, education sessions, exhibitors and plenty of networking and social opportunities await attendees at the 2016 Tortilla Industry Association (TIA) Convention & Trade Exposition in Southern California on May 18–19.




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Pretzel Pete announces exclusive distribution for Topzels

The initial offering will include 6-oz. resealable bags for retail as well as 2-lbs. bags perfect for foodservice applications.




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Utz announces fan-favorite snack food lineup to be sold at Publix

Utz, On The Border Chips & Dips, Zapp's, and Golden Flake Snacks are now available at Publix stores.




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Kazoo Snacks releases new packaging, announces nationwide distribution at Sprouts

Beginning in April, the company's eco-friendly tortilla chips will hit shelves in Sprouts' Innovation Centers.




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MGP celebrates 75th anniversary

The Kansas-based supplier of premium distilled spirits and specialty wheat proteins and starches will hold celebratory observances throughout 2016 tied to the theme ‘75 Years Strong.’




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Nestle announces New Product Technology Center in Ohio

Nestle S.A. is adding a Product Technology Center to its R&D facility in Solon, Ohio. The $53 million facility will focus on frozen and chilled foods.




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Little Lady Foods announces new president/CEO

Rick Anderson is named president of the Elk Grove Village, IL, contract manufacturer of custom-made frozen food products.




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Lou Malnati's, Mike's Hot Honey announce collab

Consumers can enjoy Lou’s signature deep dish, thin crust, and wings topped with Mike's Hot Honey, available in-store and for nationwide shipping through Tastes of Chicago.




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Ingredion announces approximately $100 million of capital investments

Growing demand for specialty ingredients is driving expansion of the ingredient-solutions provider’s manufacturing capacity.




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MGP Ingredients announces personnel appointments

Gus Griffin is now president and CEO of the Atchison, KS, company. Randy Schrick is promoted to the newly expanded position of vice president of production and engineering, while Sean McHenry is named technical service director for MGP’s ingredient solutions business segment.




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Ingredion announces Non-GMO Project verification

Key Ingredion ingredient solutions achieve Non-GMO Project Verified status.