Daily Archives: 7, December 2024

EIB Delivers Over €60 Million in EU-Backed Funding to Rebuild Critical Infrastructure in Ukraine

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has committed over €60 million in EU-backed funding to support critical infrastructure projects in Ukraine as part of its Ukraine Solidarity Urgent Response package. This includes €43.48 million to reconstruct the war-damaged M01 … Read the full press release

EIB Appoints New Head for Western Balkans Regional Hub, Reaffirms Commitment to Green and Digital Transition

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has appointed Damien Sorrell as the new Head of its Regional Hub for the Western Balkans, succeeding Alessandro Bragonzi. Based in Belgrade, the hub supports Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo*, North Macedonia, Montenegro, … Read the full press release

European Investment Bank Unveils Major Commitments to Infrastructure, Innovation, and Inclusion at Africa Investment Forum

(IN BRIEF) At the 2024 Africa Investment Forum in Rabat, Morocco, the European Investment Bank (EIB) announced major commitments to support sustainable development in Africa. Key initiatives include a $80 million investment in the Pembani Remgro Infrastructure Fund II, the … Read the full press release

University of Bristol Projects Secure EPSRC Funding to Drive Innovations in Prosthetics and Smart Materials

(IN BRIEF) Two University of Bristol projects have been awarded funding as part of a £80 million investment by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) to advance transformative scientific discoveries. Dr. Ben Ward-Cherrier is developing a system to … Read the full press release

Study Reveals Cancer-Detection Dogs Can Accurately Identify Bladder Cancer in Other Dogs

(IN BRIEF) A study led by the University of Bristol and published in Veterinary and Comparative Oncology has demonstrated that trained dogs can accurately detect bladder cancer in other dogs through urine samples. Using a non-invasive method, the dogs achieved … Read the full press release

Eindhoven Engine Ushers in a New Era, Tackling Complex Social Challenges

(IN BRIEF) Eindhoven Engine has entered a new phase, focusing on solving complex societal challenges through innovation and collaboration in the Brainport region. The initiative, celebrated at the recent Festival of Disruption, now emphasizes four key areas: inclusive society, livable … Read the full press release

Tunnel Workers Celebrate Santa Barbara Day at JV AF Ghella Construction Site

(IN BRIEF) The JV AF Ghella construction site in Oslo celebrated Santa Barbara Day on December 4 with a Catholic mass, choral performances, and a ceremonial tunnel blast. Santa Barbara, the patron saint of tunnel and mine workers, was honored … Read the full press release

Nokia and du Revolutionize Connectivity with First 5G Cloud RAN Deployment in Middle East and Africa

(IN BRIEF) Nokia and du have successfully launched the first commercial 5G Standalone Cloud RAN solution in the Middle East and Africa, marking a significant advancement in the UAE’s digital transformation goals. Utilizing Nokia’s flexible anyRAN approach, the deployment integrates … Read the full press release

Trinity College Dublin’s School of Nursing & Midwifery Earns Bronze Athena Swan Award for Gender Equality

(IN BRIEF) Trinity College Dublin’s School of Nursing & Midwifery has received the Bronze Athena Swan Award, recognizing its commitment to advancing gender equality and fostering inclusivity in education and healthcare. This achievement reflects the collaborative efforts of the School’s … Read the full press release

University of Dublin Prepares for Historic Seanad Election

(IN BRIEF) The University of Dublin is holding its final Seanad Éireann election to elect three Senators before merging with the National University of Ireland (NUI) constituency in 2026, where graduates will collectively elect six Senators. Ballots will be sent … Read the full press release

Skanska Secures $126M Contract for Legislative Plaza Renovation in Nashville

(IN BRIEF) Skanska has secured a $126 million contract from the Tennessee Department of General Services to renovate Legislative Plaza in Nashville. The project includes modernizing office spaces, upgrading the Motlow Tunnel, and improving mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. The … Read the full press release

Researchers Identify Key Mechanism in Muscle Energy Production, Unlocking Potential for New Treatments

(IN BRIEF) Researchers at the University of Copenhagen have discovered a vital cellular mechanism, involving the protein SLIRP, that supports energy production in muscle cells. Their study reveals that exercise can bypass genetic errors affecting this mechanism, restoring energy capacity … Read the full press release

Ahlstrom Launches PFAS-Free Filtration Platform to Drive Sustainability in Air-Oil Separation Market

(IN BRIEF) Ahlstrom has launched a PFAS-free filtration platform for air-oil separation applications, addressing the growing demand for sustainable and efficient industrial filtration solutions. Designed to replace traditional PFAS-based technologies, the new filtration media offers advanced water-repellent properties, maintaining filtration … Read the full press release

Samaritans Ireland Urges Policymakers to Prioritize Loneliness, Wellbeing of Moderators, and Responsible Language in Next Government Agenda

(IN BRIEF) Samaritans Ireland has outlined its #3Actions4Change campaign, urging the next Irish government to prioritize tackling loneliness, supporting content moderators, and promoting responsible language around self-harm and suicide. Key proposals include creating a national strategy on loneliness under An … Read the full press release

AstraZeneca’s Imfinzi Granted Priority Review by FDA for Groundbreaking Perioperative Immunotherapy in Bladder Cancer

(IN BRIEF) AstraZeneca’s Imfinzi (durvalumab) has been granted Priority Review by the FDA for the treatment of muscle-invasive bladder cancer (MIBC), potentially becoming the first perioperative immunotherapy in this curative-intent setting. Supported by results from the NIAGARA Phase III trial, … Read the full press release