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Detroit and Flint teens are struggling with their mental health – and worried adults around them feel ‘helpless’
School personnel in Detroit and community members in Flint reported concerns about teens experiencing mental health conditions.
Pioneer of China NewCo model sued in US over trade secret misuse, double-dealing
A legal feud unfolding in New York is putting a spotlight on the work of a business development veteran who is credited for pioneering one of biopharma’s hottest dealmaking mechanism: the China “NewCo” model. In a lawsuit originally filed in New York state court and recently moved to federal court, China’s Lepu Medical Technology has alleged that biopharma business development consultant Su Zhang, who was hired to help shop its GLP-1 weight-loss candidates to Western partners, engaged in corporate double-dealing and trade secret leaks. According to the complaint, while acting as Lepu’s primary dealmaking liaison for a group of obesity and metabolic disease drug candidates, Zhang was secretly double-dipping as the acting chief business officer for a direct competitor, BrightGene Pharmaceutical. “She never adequately disclosed the role, never sought Lepu’s consent, and never proposed any safeguard,” Lepu alleged in its complaint, which was filed in July after Zhang’s consulting firm, CoDevCo, sought certain transaction-based success fees from its angry customer through an arbitration process in Singapore. Lepu, the parent company of Lepu Biopharma, has asked Zhang to pay back its $500,000 retainer and disgorge all benefits she received during the alleged breaches of fiduciary duty, plus other damages and relief. The company has also requested the court grant injunctions to protect Lepu’s trade secrets. The ill-fated partnership officially kicked off in December 2024, when Lepu tapped CoDevCo as its “exclusive business development mechanism” to identify collaborators for the company’s drug candidates. According to Lepu’s complaint, Zhang personally negotiated and signed the agreement as managing director for CoDevCo, which used her home address. Before the Lepu deal, Zhang made a name following a short stint as the global head of business development for Hengrui Pharmaceuticals. It was during her tenure that Hengrui signed a landmark deal granting exclusive rights for a portfolio of GLP-1 assets to Hercules, which was at that time newly established by a group of private equity and venture capital firms. In addition to the regular upfront and milestone payments, Hengrui also gained an equity stake in Hercules, which later became Kailera Therapeutics. The Hengrui-Hercules deal opened a new paradigm, where a Chinese biopharma company spins off certain early-stage assets to investors for further development through the creation of a new company abroad. The “NewCo” model quickly came into vogue as it allows Western investors to access high-potential assets originating from China at an early stage while giving the Chinese licensors an opportunity to reap long-term benefits through equity stakes in the new firms. The NewCo model proved its value when Kailera staged a record-breaking $625 million IPO on Nasdaq this April, merely two years into the Hengrui deal. Related Kailera CEO 'knew we were in a good spot' before obesity biotech's record-breaking $625M IPO On her LinkedIn page, Zhang described her work at Hengrui as “[b]uilding team and capability from the ground up,” forming NewCo and major pharma partnerships worth billions of dollars. Lepu clearly wanted that kind of track record to help boost its own cardiometabolic portfolio, which includes a range of assets for obesity, Type 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease and muscle preservation during weight loss treatment. “Lepu’s pipeline is very valuable, but only if Lepu could secure the right international partner to expand into the overseas market during the available commercial window,” the company argued in its complaint. The Chinese biotech said it had little knowledge of U.S. laws, customs or business practices in the business development field, and therefore “needed to rely entirely” on the expertise of Zhang and her team as the firm’s first engagement of a U.S.-based BD consultant. “Zhang’s dominating influence on the business development strategy is further evidenced by the fact that she personally controlled the business-development communications on behalf of Lepu with potential partners,” Lepu said in its complaint. After entering the deal, Zhang introduced Lepu to her four associates. According to Lepu’s version of events, all of them were allegedly employed at different time points to perform similar jobs at other Chinese companies that Lepu described as its competitors, while having access to Lepu’s confidential information. As such, Lepu described Zhang’s team as “a roster of individuals whose primary professional loyalty, by virtue of their concurrent full-time employment, ran to Lepu’s competitors.” As well as the specific examples set out in the case, a look at Lepu’s deals over the period suggests Zhang may have been involved in at least one transaction. During their partnership, Lepu, through its subsidiary Shanghai Minwei Biotechnology, also out-licensed its GLP-1/GIP/FGF21 agonist MWN105 to a NewCo called Sidera Bio in the fall of 2025. The deal included an upfront and near-term payment of $35 million, up to $1.01 billion in milestones, and a 9.99% stake in the Danish startup. It seems likely that Zhang facilitated the Minwei deal given that Lepu is on record as having used CoDevCo as its “exclusive business development mechanism.” The big shock for Lepu came in the form of a news article on June 25, 2025. The article, reporting on phase 2 data for BrightGene’s GLP-1/GIP receptor agonist BGM0504, identified Zhang as acting chief business officer of the Lepu rival. Blindsided by her association with BrightGene, Lepu confronted Zhang in July 2025. “Lepu was given assurances that there was nothing to be concerned about and told that Zhang would explain the matter to Lepu,” Lepu alleged in its complaint. “Zhang never did.” Lepu claimed that Zhang had the motive and opportunity to steer potential prospective partners toward BrightGene or other competitors. Later, in February 2026, one of Zhang’s associates joined BrightGene as the vice president for global business development, according to the complaint. Around the same time, Lepu sent written demand letters asking Zhang to account for her BrightGene role, identify what confidential data were shared with the rival firm, and provide any conflict-of-interest or firewall policies during the engagement. According to Lepu, neither CoDevCo nor Zhang answered the questions in their responses. Related Novo vs. KBP: How a $1.3B deal turned into a fraud accusation and an international legal fight In a motion to dismiss filed with the U.S. District Court in the Eastern District of New York on Sept. 4, Zhang’s legal team argued that Lepu’s agreement was signed with CoDevCo, and that an employee of the contractor does not owe fiduciary duties to the client. In its complaint, Lepu said: “That CoDevCo was the contracting entity does not insulate Zhang from personal liability for duties she personally undertook and personally breached.” Taking the argument one step further, the defending party argued that the consulting agreement “does not create a fiduciary relationship even between CoDevCo and Lepu; instead, it identifies CoDevCo as an independent contractor retained to market Lepu’s business to potential western partners.” Although CoDevCo was Lepu’s exclusive business-development contractor, there were no terms stipulating that the consulting firm should serve only Lepu, Zhang’s lawyer noted. As to Lepu’s claims that Zhang misappropriated trade secrets, the defendant argued that Lepu authorized the use of the information so Zhang’s team could perform their service per the agreement. In a rebuttal filed on Sept. 11, Lepu’s lawyer set out why they believe the Chinese biotech satisfied New York law’s misappropriation definition by alleging that the defendant used a trade secret “in breach of a duty or through improper means.” As an alternative to dismissing the suit, the defendant suggested the action should be stayed pending outcomes from the arbitration of a separate case in Singapore. While NewCo pioneer Zhang is defending her business arrangements, momentum behind the NewCo trend has continued unabated into 2026. Through August, Chinese biotech assets have spurred 15 NewCo deals this year, according to local trade publication PharmaDJ.
Win Your College Football Saturday With Our Best Bets
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The Best Way to Eat Avocados for Better Heart Health
Avocados are packed with fiber, healthy fats and micronutrients. Learn how replacing saturated fats with this fiber-rich fruit can support your heart health.
World of Warcraft: Forever has recaptured the original MMO's magic, something I thought was impossible
World of Warcraft: Forever's beta has set a high bar for the new iteration of the classic MMO, and having played it over the past few days, I'm utterly smitten
See Qantas' new business class seats for world's longest flights
Qantas' "Project Sunrise" planes will fly up to 22 hours nonstop between New York and London and Australia starting in 2027.
Bears vs. Eagles predictions: Spread, Total, and 3 Bold Picks!
Big game this week on Monday Night Football between the Bears and Eagles, so @wiltfongjr makes his picks here.
'If you do want to be a criminal, there is no better place to do it': Author Rose George dives into the dark depths of the fishing industry
Live Science spoke with Rose George, journalist and author of "Every Last Fish," about her book, which delves into the murky world of the fishing industry, the intelligence of the animals harvested, and the hurdles preventing sustainability in the oceans.
Talk of US export ban on diesel deepens US crude futures' discount to global benchmark
Washington's talk of a possible ban on diesel exports is widening the gap between US crude oil futures and the global Brent benchmark, a signal that markets expect US refiners to process less crude oil if their diesel output gets stuck at home.
Woot's New 'Fall in Love with Video Games' Sale is Even Better Than Nintendo's Customer Appreciation Sale for Switch 2 Deals — Here's How to Get an Extra 30% Off Everything
Woot's new 'Fall in Love with Video Games' sale includes the best Switch 2 console deal of the year so far, but it expires before the end of the day (September 25, 2026).
The hard choice Democrats face on Republicans’ anti-trans attacks
They’re being bombarded with attack ads. How do they respond without betraying a vulnerable community?
David Beckham brand business reports record year
DRJB Holdings — better known as the company that handles David Beckham’s brand business activities — has filed its latest accounts and they show a record financial performance.
Pirates break single season strikeout record
The Bucs could have been better on the mound. And they were already pretty good.
Americans are confused and worried about elections. Will that impact turnout?
New polling shows many voters are concerned about the midterms. But prior elections show no clear link between voter concerns and fewer voters actually casting ballots.
Americans are confused and worried about elections. Will that impact turnout?
New polling shows many voters are concerned about the midterms. But prior elections show no clear link between voter concerns and fewer voters actually casting ballots.
Allison Schrager: We’re all AI investors now, and that’s risky
Like it or not, we are all betting on AI taking over the economy. In the last 40 years, the U.S. has become a nation of stock investors. On the
Girondins de Bordeaux set to avoid liquidation
As per a report from Sud-Ouest, Girondins de Bordeaux are set to avoid liquidation, with English investment firm Park Bench nearing a takeover of the French club. The deal between Park Bench and Géra...
BISG’s Industry Champion Kris Kliemann Works to Improve the Global (Rights) Business
From improving the system for rights discovery to standardizing royalty statements, this year's award winner seeks to better the global publishing industry…
How to watch the Texas vs Tennessee game Saturday
Wondering about betting lines, television info and more for when Texas football plays Tennessee in Knoxville, Tenn. on Saturday? You're in the right place
Canada’s Tariffs Cost This Cheesemaker Nearly $1 Million in Sales. Now Its Costs Are Rising at Home
A Vermont business says the trade war between the two countries has damaged its biggest export market.
Snakes Sweep and Still Alive: Dbacks 12, Rockies 8
The Arizona Diamondbacks stayed alive this afternoon as they were able to complete the 3-game sweep at Coors Field. This marks the first time since 2018 that the Dbacks have been able to complete a sweep at Coors, and it could not have come at a better time. The story of the game was the […]
Imprisoned tech fraudster Elizabeth Holmes to be moved to halfway house
Elizabeth Holmes, the disgraced onetime youngest self-made billionaire whose health care startup Theranos turned out to be a fraud, will be moved from her current minimum-security prison to a halfway
Reality Check: “Fifteen” attack ad on Ford raising taxes
The Better Nevada PAC’s assertion that Ford supported 15 tax hikes totaling over $3 billion is largely inaccurate. Several alleged tax increases were actually extensions of previous legislation or involved
Hannah Einbinder, Susan Sarandon arrested in protest against Netanyahu
Hannah Einbinder and Susan Sarandon were arrested after protesting the arrival of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the United Nations in New York City. Cynthia Nixon, Elliot Page, Indya Moore, Mary Beth Barone, Caleb Hearon and Sarah Sherman were also at the demonstration.
‘It’s been transformational’ | Ribbon cut for Science Stadium, celebrating partnership between Bills, Sabres, Bandits and Buffalo Museum of Science
Science Stadium, the new Buffalo Museum of Science (BMS) exhibit created in partnership with the Buffalo Bills, Buffalo Sabres, and Buffalo Bandits, was celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday – in a very Buffalonian way.
On Your Side: Better Business Bureau offers tips for buying a used car, avoiding predatory lending
The Better Business Bureau has tips to guide used car buyers away from subpar vehicles and predatory lending practices.
Who is attending the White House dinner for Chinese leader Xi Jinping?
AI executives and some of the country’s most prominent CEOs are on the list for tonight's state dinner honoring Xi Jinping, which showcases the complex ties between the world's biggest economies.
NFL Week 3 picks, predictions: Falcons vs. Packers on TNF
Our expert picks for Week 3’s Thursday Night Football game between the Green Bay Packers and Atlanta Falcons.
Jürgen Klopp wants Germany’s intensity to translate into better performances
Jürgen Klopp knows that an overhaul will take a little time for Germany.
I Tested the Apple Watch's New Heart Rate Sensor to See If It's Really Better Than Garmin's
I pitted the Apple Watch Series 12 against the Garmin Forerunner 570—the two most accurate wrist-based heart rate sensors out there. Here are my results.
New York sues prediction market Polymarket
The lawsuit is the latest legal challenge to rein in betting apps.
San Antonio-area Week 5 high school football schedule
There are plenty of good matchups on the slate this weekend as teams begin their march to the Texas high school football playoffs. The headliner is a showdown between Boerne and Alamo Heights.
Google rolling out Android 17 QPR2 Beta 6 for Pixel
Android 17 QPR2 Beta 6 is now available for Pixel devices, barely a week after Beta 5 launched. Beta 6...
Android 17 QPR2 Beta 6 arrives for Pixel testers
Google's latest preview of Android's next big update has landed, with Android 17 QPR2 Beta 6 builds now available.
Discovery Channel’s ‘Moonshiners’ stars, local business excited for Freedom to Home Distill Act
NEWPORT AND ELIZABETHTON, Tenn. (WJHL)- Earlier this month, Tennessee’s First District Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger (R-TN) introduced a bill to end a more than 150-year ban on home distill…
Gemini 3.8 Live with Live Avatar gives Google’s AI a face
The AI avatar can transition between 97 languages.
Jaguars vs. Patriots matchup history: Who has the advantage?
Sunday's Week 3 matchup between the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Patriots will be the 16th meeting all-time between the two franchises.
Los Angeles Dodgers Mookie Betts Signed With 3 Arts Sports and SSE
Los Angeles Dodgers player Mookie Betts has signed with 3 Arts Sports and Sanders Sports & Entertainment (SSE) for personal representation
Melania Trump hosts China’s first lady
WASHINGTON (AP) — Melania Trump and Peng Liyuan on Thursday toured one of the largest Asian art museums in the United States, celebrating cultural ties between the U.S. and China during a high-profile diplomatic visit to Washington. Leaving their husbands behind at the White House, the first ladies visited the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian […]
Pennsylvania skill games fight leaves small businesses facing an uncertain future
BETHLEHEM, Pa. – For one Pennsylvania bar owner, skill games have been more than a source of entertainment. They've helped keep a small business afloat in the years since the COVID-19 pandemic changed how people spend their time and money. Now, with a state Supreme Court ruling putting the machines’ future
This ‘World of Warcraft: Forever’ Mod Blocks All Interactions With Asmongold Fans
The beta for the hotly anticipated World of Warcraft: Forever has been marred by fans of the streamer Asmongold who have filled the game’s public spaces with spam and slurs. To fix the issue, a player named Solastro created a mod called OlympusMute that hides any chats from players
Chrome now saves scroll position, filled forms when sending tabs between devices
Google today announced new study-focused Chrome features, with the most notable being how the browser will now save scroll position...
VR Glasses are Meta’s big bet on the future of TV
Will people who didn't buy a Quest VR headset really pay $1300 for a TV replacement?
Los Angeles Dodgers’ Mookie Betts Signs With 3 Arts Sports and Sanders Sports & Entertainment
Los Angeles Dodgers star Mookie Betts has signed with 3 Arts Sports and Sanders Sports & Entertainment for personal representation.
Los Angeles Dodgers' Mookie Betts Signs With 3 Arts Sports and Sanders Sports & Entertainment
Los Angeles Dodgers star Mookie Betts has signed with 3 Arts Sports and Sanders Sports & Entertainment for personal representation.
Between the Notes: Carlos Santana brings the family and the nostalgia
My wife was dancing in her chair. Then "Evil Ways" brought the crowd and me to our feet. It was in my key, too.
Reedijk a bold and exciting roll of the dice
With no senior playing career to speak of and a coaching background that 'only' goes as high as the Belgian second tier, it would have been easy for Malky Mackay and Ian Gordon to overlook Reedijk. Winning promotion with an unbeaten campaign last season at Beveren will have caught their eye and when his name appeared in speculation linking him to the job, my own curiosity got the better of me and I did some digging into his background.
iOS 27.2 beta arrives. How to try the new iPhone Health app.
The new Health app isn't launching on iOS 27.2, but you can still try it early.
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Will Bridge The Gap Between The Animated Series And The Games
The success of the show has birthed a lot of fans waiting for a new Castlevania game to sink their teeth into
TST Best Bets: September 24, 2026
The Los Angeles Angels conclude the 2026 season this weekend with the their final series - a four game set against the Seattle Mariners that starts tonight.
‘Neagley’ Is A Lot Better Than ‘Reacher’ And Needs A Season 2
'Neagley' is actually a better show than the one that spawned it, 'Reacher,' in more than a few different ways.
Trump praises Xi as 'strong, vibrant, and fit' amid health questions
"I met President Xi at the plane (Airport!) yesterday and he looks strong, vibrant, and fit - Better than ever," Trump said on social media.
Ohio advocates hope data plus relationships will equal better health for moms and babies
Organizations in Ohio's biggest metros reveal what they've learned so far from a new initiative to combat the long-running tragedy of too many mothers and babies dying preventable deaths amid persistent barriers.
NHL’s Texas expansion may be on ice
NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman stated that the league is in no rush to decide between Houston and Austin for a potential expansion team following an agreement with Texas billionaire Dan Friedkin.
Giants reportedly pursuing Jimmy Garoppolo after Jaxson Dart injury
Couuld there be mutual interest between the Giants and the veteran quarterback?
Behrens uses better nutrition choices to elevate health in others
Cherokee Nation citizen Amber Behrens is using her nutritional knowledge to help people lead healthier lives.
Week 4 college football viewer's guide: Loaded Saturday slate features 6 games between ranked teams, including Texas at Tennessee
Judge orders White House to restore access to CNN, MS NOW and Politico. Reporters say they're still blocked
The back-and-forth is the latest in an extraordinary showdown between Trump and media outlets whose coverage he dislikes.
John Summit Saved $20,000 and Quit His Accounting Job to Become a DJ. Now He’s Building an Entertainment Empire
John Summit quit his accounting job at Ernst & Young to pursue a career as a DJ. Today, the internationally known DJ is building Experts Only with Medium Rare, betting on a new business model that gives artists a stake in the festivals they create.
Survey: 62% of college students, young adults worried about mental health
Sixty-two percent of college students and young adults between the ages of 18 and 28 are worried about their mental or behavioral health, according to UnitedHealthcare’s latest Young Adult and College Students Behavioral Health Report.
New iPad mini coming soon with these major changes
A new iPad mini is reportedly coming as soon as October with an OLED display, faster chip, and better durability. Here's what we know.
Fossil-fuel firms in line for billions in benefits after answering Trump’s donation call
Senators’ report says taxpayers face higher bills after ‘bargain’ between president and major polluters
No. 13 Penn State vs. Wisconsin: Game Preview
The Nittany Lions open up Big Ten play against the Badgers after a 3-0 start. Penn State (3-0, 0-0) vs. Wisconsin (2-1, 0-0) Kickoff: 5 p.m., Beaver Stadium, State College, PA The Betting Line: Penn State -9.5 (Fanduel) TV: Peacock, 5 p.m., Dave Flemming (play-by-play), Matt Cassel (analyst), Ashley ShahAhmadi (sideline) Weather: A nice day with highs in the upper […]
Spartans Wire Big Ten Football Picks: Week 4
Check out our picks against the betting spread for each of the Big Ten games this week
Blue Light Doesn’t Actually Fry Your Eyes. The Real Problem Is Much Stranger.
A dark-room experiment reveals why blue blurs the world, and why darker eyes handle it better.
When what you see doesn’t make sense, your brain does something remarkable
The brain may have a built-in way to quickly settle disagreements between regions processing the same scene. Researchers found that matching signals between two visual areas lasted longer, while conflicting signals rapidly faded away. This “consensus building” mechanism could help explain how the brain turns many specialized inputs into one unified view of the world.
Distant time crystals can somehow fall into the same rhythm
Researchers have shown that multiple time crystals inside a semiconductor can synchronize their oscillations, much like pendulum clocks gradually falling into the same rhythm. The coupling is carried by spin-polarized electrons, allowing time crystals separated by up to 40 micrometers to lock to a common frequency. The discovery reveals surprisingly long-range connections between these exotic spin systems and could help researchers develop future spin-based devices.
Diginex Consolidates Group-Wide Expertise and Launches Sustainability Science & Intelligence Initiative to Accelerate Product Innovation and Drive Measurable Client Outcomes
Group-wide activity integrates advisory, regulatory and methodological expertise across Diginex products and solutionsUnder the leadership of new interim CEO, Archana Kotecha, the intention is to turn insight into practical action and ultimately help clients achieve better, measurable outcomes.Johannes Weber named VP of Sustainability Science and Intelligence LONDON, Sept. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Diginex Limited (NASDAQ: DGNX) (“Diginex” or the “Company”), a leading provider of Sustainabili
FC Dallas planning to billion-dollar entertainment district around Toyota Stadium
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HCA Healthcare Names Dan Miller President of East Florida Division
HCA Healthcare announced that Dan Miller has been named president of the East Florida Division, succeeding Charles Gressle, who has been appointed president of HCA Healthcare’s newly formed Ambulatory Operations Group. Miller currently serves as president and chief executive officer of Methodist Healthcare System, a 50/50 partnership between the Methodist Healthcare Ministries and HCA Healthcare, […]
Science Research parent boosters to hold 6th annual dog-friendly Wag-a-thon fundraiser on October 4
Hold on to your leashes and grab your best furry friends because AMPLIFY, the parent support group for the Pelham Science Research Program, is barking with excitement to announce the 6th Annual Wag-a-Thon! This year’s event is poised to be bigger, better, and wag-tastically fun, with a new neighborhood venue and an enhanced format that...
Is the era of political debates over in Florida?
President Donald Trump set a precedent of forgoing debates. Now Florida candidates leading the ticket believe their time is better spent elsewhere.
Calling all current and future scientists: Kiel is the place to be this week
This week, Kiel has become a meeting place for science in Europe. Researchers, school pupils, young scientists and members of the public are coming together through a series of major events led or co-organised by Kiel University.At the centre of it all are around 150 of Europe’s most talented young researchers, aged 14 to 20, who have travelled to Kiel from nearly 40 countries for the 37th European Union Contest for Young Scientists (EUCYS). Running from 22 to 27 September, the European Union’s flagship competition for young scientists brings together winners of national science competitions to present around 100 original research projects across fields ranging from engineering and computer science to medicine, environmental research and the social sciences. The winners will be announced at the Award Ceremony on Saturday.For Kiel University, hosting EUCYS is both an honour and a natural extension of a much longer story. Germany’s northernmost comprehensive university has invested for many years in supporting young scientific talent and bringing research into dialogue with society. The Kiel Science Factory gives school pupils opportunities to experience research first-hand, while programmes such as Rent-a-Scientist send researchers directly into local classrooms. Major annual public events including Kiel Week and the European Researchers’ Night take science beyond the campus through talks, exhibitions and hands-on activities.That long-standing commitment has increasingly taken on a European dimension – and this week, many of those efforts are coming together.One of the foundations for this success is the European Researchers’ Night (ERN), which celebrates its tenth edition in the Kiel region this year. The initiative is funded through the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions, with Kiel University developing the successful EU proposals and securing the funding, while regional partner KielRegion coordinates the many activities on the ground. Together with research institutions, schools, companies, local authorities and civil society, they have built ERN into a major platform for public engagement.Over the years, Kiel’s ERN programme has grown far beyond a single evening into a whole “Science Summer”, beginning with “Science Shopping” in spring and culminating tomorrow, 25 September, in Science Day.“We have developed a wide range of public engagement formats, often together with the other research institutions in the region, the city and regional authorities, schools, companies and civil society,” says Eckhard Quandt, Kiel University’s vice president for research, academic infrastructure and transfer. “Over the past decade, we have increasingly taken this commitment to the European level.”That combination of European funding expertise and strong regional partnerships also helped Kiel University take the next step. Drawing on its experience with ERN and its European networks, including the SEA-EU University Alliance, the university brought together Brest in France and Split in Croatia for a successful bid to the EU’s new Science Comes to Town initiative. Throughout 2026, the three cities are serving as Europe’s first Science Ambassadors, with more than one thousand activities bringing science into schools, public spaces, cultural venues and everyday life.EUCYS is perhaps the clearest example of how Kiel University is using Science Comes to Town to create new connections between major European initiatives. From the outset, the university deliberately planned the contest for the week of European Researchers’ Night and opened the EUCYS exhibition to the wider Science Day audience. Tomorrow, that means thousands of visitors can encounter the next generation of scientific talent first-hand, while the young researchers themselves gain a much bigger public stage.“Because we opened EUCYS up for European Researchers’ Night, there will be a lot of people actually visiting the exhibition,” says organiser Stefanie Altemark of Kiel University.“We wanted Europe’s most talented young scientists not only to compete with one another, but also to become visible to the wider public. At the same time, people in Kiel will have the opportunity to see what the next generation of scientists are already capable of,” says Quandt.“We’ve shown over the last years that science is a big part of Kiel, and it’s always been the goal to not only show that to people in Germany, but also to show it to people all over Europe. Thanks to Kiel University’s expertise in European funding programmes, we have been able to turn that ambition into reality,” says Sünje Fock, who is coordinating the Science Summer at KielRegion.The model is characteristic of Kiel University’s approach: combining European funding expertise and international networks with strong regional partnerships to give major initiatives greater reach and visibility.This year also marks the 30th anniversary of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions, giving Kiel University the special opportunity to welcome Vanessa Debiais-Sainton, Head of Department for the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions at the European Research Executive Agency, to Kiel tomorrow. Her visit brings together two priorities that have shaped Kiel University’s work over the past decade: supporting researchers and bringing science closer to society. Debiais-Sainton emphasises how closely the two are connected: "For thirty years, the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) have given more than 150,000 researchers the chance to pursue their dreams and open up new fields. Doctoral Networks and Postdoctoral Fellowships give them the freedom to move, to connect, to train and to follow their curiosity across borders, sectors and disciplines. But excellence cannot live only in laboratories. Researchers’ Night takes science out of the lab and into the city, to the families, the schoolchildren and the curious minds who will become the next generation. Kiel shows what that looks like at its best. That is the MSCA promise: open science, open borders, open doors."For Kiel University, these activities are not separate endeavours. They are part of a broader understanding of academic excellence in which outstanding research, talent development, international cooperation, knowledge transfer and engagement with society strengthen one another.“For me, one of the most important lessons from the past decade is that scientific excellence, knowledge transfer, talent development and engagement with society cannot be treated as separate tasks,” stresses vice president Quandt. “They reinforce one another.”That philosophy is also reflected in Kiel University’s current bid for Germany’s Excellence University status. The designation is part of Germany’s national Excellence Strategy, which provides substantial long-term funding to selected universities to strengthen internationally competitive research and their overall institutional development. A successful outcome would provide new opportunities to build on what has already been created: deepening international cooperation, creating more opportunities for knowledge exchange and public engagement, and extending the university’s reach across the region and beyond. “If we are successful, it would allow us to take what we have built in Kiel considerably further – including expanding our networks and transfer activities beyond the region and increasingly across the Baltic area,” says Quandt.This week’s events offer a glimpse of what that could mean in practice: a university using its research strength, European expertise and regional partnerships to create opportunities for scientists at every stage of their careers while making science more visible, accessible and exciting to the wider public.
How the Laver Cup works: Its tennis status, match format, who is playing and why
The tournament is somewhere between a glitzy pageant and a serious sporting endeavor. The players seem to like it that way.
Warren demands Trump officials explain removing a ban on interference in census data
Democratic Sen. Elizabeth Warren asked Trump officials to explain why the Census Bureau's parent agency cut a ban on political interference from its scientific integrity policy, as NPR first reported.
Could doing less be better for your health?
From sleep to gut health, we investigate the simple habits that science says could make a difference.
In radiology, AI is blurring the line between technology development and clinical practice
A new wave of radiology practices are aggressively embracing AI: developing and deploying it in-house, and marketing themselves as 'AI-native.'
Passing the torch: Who will own the business next?
Across our region, businesses are changing hands. While 350,000 U.S. baby boomers attempt to sell their businesses annually, the Inland Northwest alone holds a pool of 49,000 baby boomer-owned businesses facing transition. However, local and national success rates hover between 20% and 30%. When…
Konaté suffers knee sprain, leaves France’s training camp
Real Madrid center-back Ibrahima Konaté Konaté has suffered a minor sprain to his right knee and left the French national team’s training camp. Manchester United’s Leny Yoro will replace him in Zinedine Zidane’s squad. The French national team announced the following:“In agreement with the coaching staff, and following a cordial exchange between the medical staff […]
Fintech After the Midterms: 3 Thoughts on How Politics Might Impact Policy
If the polls—and the prediction markets—are any indication, then the Democratic Party stands a better than even chance of taking control of the US House of Representatives after the mid-term elections in November.
5 things I learned after a month of daily-driving the Pixel 11 Pro XL
The Pixel 11 Pro XL is better than its predecessors, but the hardware still has a few annoyances.
Covering the Cost: The cost of perimenopause and mid-life women’s health on the economy
Annalisa Burgos talks with Kelly Yamamoto, co-founder of women’s mid-life healthcare provider Magnolia Collective Wellness, and Jennifer Ablan, editor in chief of Hawaii Business Magazine, about the investment gap between men’s and women’s health, especially during mid-life years.
Dollar perched at two-month high as hot PMI fuels inflation fears, rate hike bets
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Sorrell College of Business cuts ribbon on new Corporate Partnership Program
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After spending many long days conducting experiments to find a new way to combat bacterial infections in crops, Misha Hegde and Mia Soleil Maurer have been rewarded with international recognition and access to top research facilities. But these are not typical scientists. They are 16-year-old German high school students.“Our supervisor told us that in order to start a project, you need to begin with either a question or a problem,” says Misha, adding that she and Mia had read about antibiotic resistance in certain plants being treated for bacterial infections. “We found out that antibiotics overuse is very common in agriculture,” explains Mia. “Our aim was to create an alternative to antibiotics and to try to raise awareness of the problem of overusing antibiotics.”Their subsequent research has focused on harnessing bacteriophages, the natural predators of bacteria, to eliminate pathogens threatening food crops treated with antibiotics. At the Schuldorf Bergstraße Jugend forscht MakerLab in Seeheim-Jugenheim, located in the German state of Hesse, they discovered a novel phage that infects the Rhizobium rhizogenes bacterium, which causes the hairy root disease that can reduce yields of tomatoes, carrots, soya beans and other food staples.The students believe their method could curb antibiotic use, while protecting plants from infections without disturbing the natural soil microbiome. “The application of phages is host-specific, so they would only kill the targeted pathogen or disease-causing bacteria,” explains Mia. It may also offer environmental benefits, since applying antibiotics can contaminate groundwater.Getting to this point has not been easy. The childhood friends admit to feeling frustrated when their trials did not yield the expected results. “We spent six months on our first experiment, just doing the same thing over and over and over again, to the point where we thought, is it even worth it? Why are we doing this?” Misha says. “You just need to be brave enough to take that first step and keep going.”The benefits of inquiry-based learningTheir determination has paid off. In 2025, the pair won first prize in biology at Jugend forscht, Germany’s national competition for young people interested in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. They were also among the winners of the German Research Foundation Europa-Preis, which is awarded to selected national winners at Jugend forscht, and took third place in the 2025 European Union Contest for Young Scientists.The Jugend forscht Foundation opens doors for young people to connect with scientists as well as industry professionals. Jessica Bönsch, executive director of the Foundation, sees Misha and Mia as prime examples of how young people can develop a deeper understanding of science through their own research projects. “The experience of working on your own research question is very important,” she explains, adding that “inquiry-based learning engages with real-life problems in a way that can be more motivating than traditional classroom teaching.”The Jugend forscht Foundation offers financial support through sponsor pools in Germany’s federal states. Some projects are developed in cooperation with student research centres, university labs or informal collaborative learning areas called makerspaces. Other activities start as hands-on “garage projects” and can grow within the Jugend forscht network and infrastructure.The Jugend forscht Foundation is also a partner of Science Comes to Town, an EU initiative to strengthen public awareness about science and create bridges between researchers and communities. The EU-financed project involves universities, research institutions and other stakeholders in three host cities — Brest (France), Kiel (Germany) and Split (Croatia).“It's so important for people not to live in a bubble, because I think science can be very scary if you misunderstand it,” Mia says of SCTT. The initiative’s aim of raising awareness about science is “absolutely amazing,” Misha adds. “I think it's the best way to kind of make science digestible for the public. In a world where misinformation in science is getting more radical, more dangerous, becoming more of a threat to the trust in scientific infrastructure and foundations, we need such programmes.”Misha and Mia also believe that SCTT can help break down gender stereotypes in science by encouraging young women to study and pursue careers in scientific fields. Both students have benefited from female mentors and encouragement they had when they were much younger. Mia’s love of science began with a class trip to a lab, while Misha — with a smile on her face — says she wanted to study history until “a teacher kind of coerced me into joining a school science club.”Recognition beyond EuropeIn May, Misha and Mia were among the finalists at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair held in Phoenix, Arizona, and involving nearly 1,700 pre-university students from over 60 countries. “It was very crazy because there were so many people and so many teenagers interested in science,” Mia recalls. The event was also challenging. “It was eight hours of continuously presenting your project,” adds Misha.Attending the fair was a chance for the young women to see first-hand the value of international collaboration as well as how research cultures differ. “America is a bit more willing to take risks, and I think that's something we can learn about here in Europe,” Misha explains. However, she continues, “I think Europe has the talent, has the innovation and has the resources” to be competitive.Misha and Mia plan to continue their phage experiments in the new school year, inspired by the project’s hands-on nature and the support they receive from their supervisors. They have also attracted the interest of professional scientists and received invitations to leading research facilities, including the Centre for Synthetic Microbiology, jointly run by the University of Marburg and the Max Planck Institute for Terrestrial Microbiology in Germany. “It is so cool that we can do something to try to move the world in our school and at this age,” Mia says.After completing secondary school, Mia plans to study microbiology and pursue a career in medical research, focusing on Ebola and other infectious diseases. “This has been my dream for so long,” she says. Her friend Misha is interested in biological research with a focus on medicine. “I've gotten addicted to the process of going to the lab, planning out experiments, then failing, trying again,” Misha says. “I think there's just so much to be discovered, so much to be done.”The students' names and photos were published with the permission of their parents.Science|Business, which connects policymakers, academics and industry through its news reporting, analysis and events, is an SCTT partner.
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Trump admin policy would reclassify 114,000 larger businesses as “small” to access small business resources and win federal contracts meant for small businesses Letter (PDF) (Washington, September 23) – This week, the Small Business Administration (SBA) announced its plans to extend the deadline to submit comments on its controversial proposed rule regarding small business size standards until November 20. The Trump SBA’s announcement came shortly after Ranking Member Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), alongside 12 of his Senate colleagues, sent a letter to Administrator Kelly Loeffler demanding that the Trump SBA rescind a harmful policy that would dramatically redefine what a small business is. The Administration’s proposed policy would change the small business size standard to designate 114,000 larger companies some with annual revenue above $1 billion—as small businesses, giving these businesses access to small business resources and federal contracts typically set aside for actual small businesses. In the letter, Ranking Member Markey and the lawmakers emphasized that small businesses will be shut out of the federal contracting space as government agencies award contracts to larger businesses, causing small businesses to lose revenue, lay off workers, or close their businesses entirely. “For more than 70 years, SBA’s mission has been clear: promote and protect the interests and viability of small businesses. By proceeding with this proposed methodology and rule, SBA moves further away from its mission of facilitating healthy small business participation in the U.S. economy. We urge SBA to rescind these proposals, meet in earnest with small businesses across the country, and discuss the proposal and methodology with congressional committees of jurisdiction. SBA must be committed to developing measured increases to the size standards that do not reward large, billion-dollar companies but instead helps our small businesses survive, grow, and thrive.” The lawmakers highlighted the following points in their letter: Under the Trump SBA’s new size standards, the highest receipts-based standard would exceed $1 billion in annual revenue—more than 20 times the current $47 million maximum—and the highest employee-based standard would reach 3,600 employees—more than twice the current 1,500 employee maximum. Specific increases include an increase in size of nearly 492% for banks, 1,500% for law firms, and more than 2,051% for private equity firms. Of the 114,000 businesses that would be newly classified as small, more than 37,000 of these businesses have collectively won more than 100,000 federal contracts worth approximately $71 billion in Fiscal Year 2025 alone without a small business designation. If SBA included the awards won by these 37,000 businesses in its Fiscal Year 2025 analysis, small business contracts would have accounted for 38% of all federal contracts, instead of the 27% that SBA announced this summer. The letter was co-signed by Senators Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii), Angela Alsobrooks (D-Md.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Christopher Coons (D-Dela.), Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.), Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.), Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Tim Kaine (D-Va.), Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii), Mark Warner (D-Va.), and Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.). Ranking Member Markey is fighting to protect small businesses in Massachusetts and across the country from the Trump SBA’s harmful policies that put big businesses and billionaires over American small businesses, workers, and families. In August, Ranking Member Markey slammed the Trump SBA’s proposal to overhaul its small business size standards to benefit big businesses over small businesses. In July, Ranking Member Markey and House Small Business Committee Ranking Member Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY-7) introduced a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution to rescind the Trump administration’s policy that bans green card holders from accessing essential Small Business Administration (SBA) loans to start and grow their businesses. Also in July, Ranking Member Markey and Senator Hirono submitted a comment letter to the Small Business Administration (SBA) opposing a proposed rule change by Trump’s SBA to the 8(a) Business Development Program that would harm underserved small business owners and entrepreneurs. In June, Ranking Member Markey released a new report highlighting Trump’s drastic reduction in federal contracting dollars awarded to American small businesses. ###
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