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Multilateral Development Banks Collaborate to Simplify Procurement for Ukraine’s Reconstruction

(IN BRIEF) Four multilateral development banks, including the Council of Europe Development Bank (CEB), the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), the European Investment Bank (EIB), and the World Bank, have agreed to harmonize their procurement practices for public … Read the full press release

EBRD’s Support Transforms Mongolian Leather Brand Maris into a Sustainable Success Story

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has supported the growth and sustainability of Mongolian leather producer Maris through its advisory services. Maris, founded by Enkhnasan Tumen-Ulzii, focuses on sustainable leather production and uses innovative vegetable tanning … Read the full press release

EBRD and EU Support Revival of Albanian Railways, Easing Traffic Congestion and Pollution

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the European Union (EU) are supporting the reconstruction of a 34 km stretch of railway between Durres and Tirana in Albania, marking the first major investment in the country’s … Read the full press release

Triton Backs Wavelynx Technologies’ Growth in Access Control Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Funds advised by Triton have entered into an agreement to support the growth of Wavelynx Technologies, a leader in mobile-first identity and access control solutions. Wavelynx specializes in open hardware and software for access control, including readers, controllers, … Read the full press release

Terna Appoints Danilo Del Gaizo as Group Corporate Affairs Director

(IN BRIEF) Terna, an Italian electricity transmission system operator, has appointed Danilo Del Gaizo as its new Group Corporate Affairs Director. Del Gaizo, who has extensive experience in various legal fields, including constitutional, European, and international law, as well as … Read the full press release

Infineon Unveils Qi2 Wireless Charging Transmitter Solution for Enhanced User Experience

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies has introduced its first Qi2 Magnetic Power Profile (MPP) wireless charging transmitter solution, the REF_WLC_TX15W_M1, in response to consumer demand for improved wireless charging experiences. Qi2 is a new standard for inductive wireless power transfer introduced … Read the full press release

Philips Unveils AI-Enhanced Ultrasound Solutions to Improve Early Detection in Obstetrics and Gynecology

(IN BRIEF) Philips is introducing AI-enabled point-of-care OB/GYN ultrasound solutions and intelligent workflows at the International Society in Obstetrics and Gynecology (ISUOG) 2023 World Congress. These innovations aim to aid in the early detection of abnormalities in pregnancy and gynecological … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Physicist Recognized for Pioneering Contributions to Particle Physics

(IN BRIEF) Professor Themis Bowcock from the University of Liverpool’s Department of Physics has been honored with the 2023 James Chadwick Medal and Prize by the Institute of Physics (IoP) for his exceptional contributions to particle physics. Professor Bowcock’s work … Read the full press release

Romans Were Environmental Pioneers: Study Uncovers Ancient Recycling of Silver Coins

(IN BRIEF) New research conducted by the University of Liverpool and the University of Warwick reveals that the Romans were early practitioners of recycling. The study, published in the journal Archaeological and Anthropological Sciences, examined the presence of gold impurities … Read the full press release

Netherlands: Healthcare Workers Enhance Cybersecurity Awareness Through Interactive ‘Cybertruck’ Escape Room

(IN BRIEF) Healthcare workers in the Twente and eastern Achterhoek regions of the Netherlands participated in an escape room simulation of a cyber attack organized by Acute Zorg Euregio (AZE), a regional network of organizations involved in acute care. The … Read the full press release

TenneT’s DolWin5 Project Advances: HVDC Platform Sets Sail for Norway to Revolutionize Offshore Wind Energy Transmission

(IN BRIEF) TenneT, a leading offshore transmission system operator in Europe, has achieved a significant milestone in the DolWin5 grid connection project. The 900 MW offshore platform, DolWin epsilon, left Seatrium Limited’s shipyard in Singapore and is en route to … Read the full press release

NatWest Group Launches Click to Pay, Revolutionizing Online Shopping for UK Customers

NatWest Survey: UK Regional Business Activity Slows in July 2023, Employment Holds Steady while Inflation Trends Vary

(IN BRIEF) NatWest Group has become the first UK bank to introduce Click to Pay for all its customers with a Mastercard debit card. This digital wallet simplifies online shopping by allowing users to securely store multiple payment cards in … Read the full press release

Eni Awards 2023 Recognize Pioneering Research in Energy and Environment

(IN BRIEF) The Eni Awards ceremony for 2023 took place at Palazzo del Quirinale in Rome, attended by the President of the Republic Sergio Mattarella, Eni’s Chairman Giuseppe Zafarana, and Eni’s CEO Claudio Descalzi. These awards, now in their fifteenth … Read the full press release

BioNTech to Showcase Advances in Cancer Therapy at ESMO Congress 2023

(IN BRIEF) BioNTech will be presenting updates on multiple programs across its oncology pipeline at the European Society for Molecular Oncology (ESMO) Congress 2023. These updates include data on investigational CAR-T and ex-vivo T cell therapies, a novel ADC (antibody-drug … Read the full press release

AstraZeneca’s Tagrisso + Chemotherapy Granted Priority Review for EGFR-Mutated Lung Cancer Treatment in the US

(IN BRIEF) AstraZeneca’s supplemental New Drug Application (sNDA) for Tagrisso (osimertinib) in combination with chemotherapy has been granted Priority Review by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of adult patients with locally advanced or metastatic epidermal … Read the full press release

GSK’s Jemperli Receives Positive CHMP Opinion for Frontline Treatment of Advanced Endometrial Cancer with Chemotherapy

(IN BRIEF) GSK has received a positive opinion from the Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) of the European Medicines Agency (EMA) for the approval of Jemperli (dostarlimab) in combination with chemotherapy as a frontline treatment for adult … Read the full press release

University of Groningen Language Centre and SVIN (Scandinavisch Vertaal- en Informatiebureau Nederland) Team Up to Offer Accelerated Swedish Language Courses

(IN BRIEF) The University of Groningen Language Centre is partnering with the Scandinavian translation and information service SVIN to offer Swedish language courses. Two beginner-level Swedish courses will be available, taught by SVIN instructors following the Language Centre’s standard format. … Read the full press release

EIB Prioritizes Green and Digital Transition in Western Balkans at Berlin Summit

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) reaffirms its commitment to supporting sustainable development in the Western Balkans. During the Berlin Process Leaders’ Summit in Tirana, EIB Vice-President Czerwińska emphasized the bank’s dedication to enhancing connectivity, promoting green and digital … Read the full press release

Atos Announces Leadership Transition: Jean Pierre Mustier Appointed Chairman

(IN BRIEF) Bertrand Meunier is stepping down as Chairman and Director of the Board at Atos, leading to changes in the company’s leadership. The Nominations and Governance Committee, with Elizabeth Tinkham as its Chair, conducted a rigorous selection process and … Read the full press release

RWE Unveils Global Contest to Foster Coexistence and Biodiversity in Offshore Wind

(IN BRIEF) RWE, a leading player in offshore wind energy, has initiated its inaugural “Floating Wind Co-use Competition,” aimed at fostering sustainable innovation in the field. The competition seeks proposals from start-ups, research institutes, and individuals globally to promote coexistence … Read the full press release