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Improved health coaching page allows for easy scheduling
The health coaching hub in the My Wellness portal has been redesigned to make it easier to schedule appointments with certified health coaches.
How California Is Investing in School-Based Mental Health Services for Teens
Despite recent state investments in teen mental health, significant gaps still exist between the need for care and receipt of services. PPIC researchers discuss efforts to improve services, target funding, and meet teens where they are.
FoodRx prescription program launched in Arkansas
A new partnership between Baptist Health and the Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance is aiming to improve access to healthy food across the state through the newly
What would make New Orleans healthier? Residents weigh in at community health meetings.
New Orleans is launching its next community health improvement plan. Residents say drainage, food access and safe public spaces are key issues.
Funding to upgrade your small business equipment available
Small businesses looking for financial support to upgrade their spaces can now apply for the Tenant Improvement Program. We have two packages available in 2026: the sign package award of up to $15,000 and the equipment package award of up to $50,000. These packages help cover the cost of replacing essential items such as new […]
On World Hearing Day, Hearing Research International Launches to Accelerate the Future of Hearing Health and Deaf Studies
Toronto, Canada, March 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ASL On World Hearing Day, Hearing Research International officially launches as an international research foundation dedicated to advancing innovative, life-changing research in Hearing Health and Deaf Studies, positioning this work on the world stage and investing in the future of Hearing Health and Deaf Studies to improve lives. Building on five years of impact, the foundation is designed to strengthen research leadership, inform systems and
House unanimously passes bill to improve access to subacute mental health care
The bill, aimed at making nonemergency in-patient mental health care treatment programs more accessible, passed the House unanimously.
Regional development goals can improve global health in an era of diminished multilateralism
Nature Health - With almost all of the Sustainable Development Goals not being achieved amid declining global solidarity, countries would be better served by regional development goals.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Pixel 10 Pro XL: Sample Photos Comparison
With improved cameras, the Galaxy S26 Ultra might just beat the Pixel 10 Pro XL in photo quality.
Google Home just announced a bunch of Gemini, smart home updates rolling out now
Google has announced a number of updates to the Gemini for Home experience that include various fixes and improvements to...
Tackling the Political Disconnect: How to Engage People Who Feel Shut Out of the Political System
"People want to believe that politics can meaningfully improve their lives – so they need to see clear connections between the real problems they are facing and the solutions offered by politics and policy," says sociologist Daniel Laurison '99.
DC health officials lift water advisory on Potomac River after sewage spill
D.C. health officials are lifting a recreational advisory on the Potomac River, citing an improvement in water quality after a sewage line collapsed in January.
Apple launches a new iPad Air with an upgraded M4 processor
A processor upgrade is the most notable improvement for the new iPad Air.
The $2.8 trillion tax shelter hiding in plain sight
Ending tax-exempt status of business-like nonprofits can improve nation’s dire fiscal outlook.
Can a smartphone tutorial improve environmental health literacy?
People are interested in understanding how they can reduce chemical exposure. A new tutorial researchers developed can help.
Can magnesium supplements improve sleep, energy and concentration?
Magnesium has been called the “super mineral of the moment”, hailed for its supposed benefits for the brain and body. But columnist Alice Klein finds that the evidence is lacking for many of these claims
Doctors and advocates work to improve maternal mental health across Virginia
Mental health care before, during, and after pregnancy can have long-term positive impacts on health for families.
Three in four women unaware menopause can trigger new mental illness, poll finds
Royal College of Psychiatrists says impact on mental health often overlooked and calls for improvements in care
Maserati Once Built A Six-Valve-Per-Cylinder Engine (And Quickly Learned Why Nobody Else Did)
Although the six-valve V6 claimed a big improvement in economy, the engine was incredibly expensive to develop and the project was shelved.
Diamondbacks' Paul Sewald shows improved velocity after Driveline training
Potential back-end relievers Paul Sewald and Jonathan Loaisiga made their spring debuts on Saturday for the Diamondbacks.
Old Town Albuquerque property owners weigh forming a Business Improvement District
Historic Old Town Association president J.J. Mancini says a BID — a mechanism through which property owners pool resources to fund services such as cleaning, maintenance, security and marketing — could take the historic neighborhood's goals and visions 'to the next level.'
Eliot Wolf makes strong statement on Patriots' 2026 offseason approach
The Patriots will leave no stone unturned in their efforts to improve in 2026, according to top executive Eliot Wolf.
Resident Evil Requiem’s Rhodes Hill Is the Ultimate RPD Remake
Resident Evil Requiem's new haunted house goes back to the series’ 30 year-old roots to subtly improve a timeless formula.
The Very Real Benefits of Tai Chi Walking
The mindful movement has become popular online. You won’t bulk up if you practice it, but it can improve balance and reduce stress.
Microsoft testing Windows 11 batch file security improvements
Microsoft is rolling out new Windows 11 Insider Preview builds that improve security and performance during batch file or CMD script execution.
Governor Hochul Launches Public Awareness Campaign to Educate New Yorkers on Access to Behavioral Health Treatment
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the launch of a public awareness campaign to educate New Yorkers on regulations that improve access to mental health and substance use disorder care. The ‘Real Care, Real Access to Behavioral Health Services’ campaign highlights regulations that give New Yorkers with qualifying health plans access to initial outpatient appointments for behavioral health care within ten business days of the request and require insurers to help insured individuals access the care they are entitled to receive.
Kevin Stefanski's Admission on Shedeur Sanders After Browns Decision
Kevin Stefanski praised Shedeur Sanders’ mindset and late-season improvement in 2025, even though he was fired after a 5–12 season.
Slot on team fitness, Salah's drought and Ngumoha's improvement
Liverpool boss Arne Slot has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League game against West Ham at Anfield (kick-off 15:00 GMT). Jeremie Frimpong has trained "a few times this week" so is available to face West Ham. Florian Wirtz remains sidelined with an injury which he described as "a disappointment for him and for us".
Sutton's predictions: Wolves v Aston Villa
There is no doubt Wolves have improved under Rob Edwards, but this is still a game I'd expect Aston Villa to win. Unai Emery's side have slipped up a few times in recent weeks, however, and it has cost them. Emery has always talked down their title hopes anyhow, and I understand why - he obviously doesn't truly believe they can do it - but until this blip in form they were in with a real shout.
Samsung confirms an improved S Pen is in the works
If you are sad about the Galaxy S26 Ultra not getting S Pen upgrades, worry not. It is not going away. In fact, a newer S Pen is coming.
Flutter Entertainment’s Customer Growth Moderates, Market Share Declines in Fourth Quarter
The owner of FanDuel posted results that largely missed Wall Street expectations as customer and betting growth slowed due to improved competitor products.
Bombardier has chance to boost business jet sales in India, says CEO
MONTREAL, Feb 26 () - India's efforts to improve its airport infrastructure will give Bombardier a chance to boost sales of business jets there, chief executive officer Eric Martel told reporters on Thursday. (Reporting by Allison Lampert, editing by David Ljunggren).
Politics and Prose Members Ratify New Contract
Workers won key improvements over their first contract, including wage boosts, retention language, an additional holiday, and more.
11 Daily Low-Impact Moves to Support Mobility, Flexibility, and Joint Health After 50
These 11 expert-backed exercises can improve mobility, balance, and range of motion after 50—helping you stay strong and independent.
5 Expert-Backed Ways To Improve Your Grip Strength for Healthy Aging
Grip strength is necessary to maintain mobility and independence as you age. Here are five ways to improve it.
Science for Living: Can using AI risk prediction in breast cancer screening improve early detection?
Researchers at UMass Chan Medical School are studying how an AI-based risk assessment tool could improve early breast cancer detection.
Trump Administration Prioritizes Affordability by Announcing Major Crackdown on Health Care Fraud
Today HHS announced new steps to crack down on fraud in Medicare and Medicaid to protect patients and taxpayers and improve affordability.
Promising safety prospect named dream draft target for Dallas Cowboys
Dallas needs to improve the secondary over the offseason.
Samsung's redesigned Galaxy Buds 4 lineup has retooled sound, improved ANC and new features
In terms of design and features, Samsung's latest earbuds are closer to AirPods than ever.
Samsung’s still chasing the AirPods with its new Galaxy Buds 4 and Buds 4 Pro
Some improvements, but still mainly for Galaxy users.
Five ways NOAA scientists helped improve human and marine life in 2025
Our 2025 NOAA Science Report focuses on advancements that contribute to NOAA’s robust research and development enterprise, help reduce the impacts of hazardous weather, and promote sustainable use and stewardship of ocean and coastal resources.
Lowe’s Sales Rise on Pro Builder Business Growth
Lowe’s reported higher fourth-quarter sales as continued growth in its business supplying professional builders helped it to offset weakness in the home improvement market.
BMO Earnings Top Estimates on US Business, Capital-Markets Unit
Bank of Montreal topped estimates on stronger-than-expected performance both at its US operations as it pushes to improve results at the business and at its capital-markets unit, which benefited from strong trading.
OG Final Fantasy 7 Re-Release Sends Steam User Review Rating Plummeting to 'Mostly Negative'
Final Fantasy 7 — and by that, I mean the original, not the three-part remake — is clocking up negative reviews after developer Square Enix re-released the game on Steam with quality of life improvements that seem to have had the opposite intended effect.
UK HealthCare launches Food as Health initiative across Kentucky
UK HealthCare is expanding its Food as Health Alliance, a new initiative embedded within UK HealthCare that delivers “food is medicine” services to improve health outcomes for vulnerable populations across Kentucky.
Windows 11 KB5077241 update improves BitLocker, adds Sysmon tool
Microsoft has released the KB5077241 optional cumulative update for Windows 11, which comes with 29 changes, including improvements to BitLocker, a new network speed test tool, and native System Monitor (Sysmon) functionality.
Yankees news: Bombers still keeping tabs on potential platoon bats
Yankees open to adding bat; Ben Rice hoping to improve further in 2026; Paul Goldschmidt looks ahead to WBC, ‘26 season.
Merz Brings Big Business Group to China in Bid to Improve Ties
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Beijing with a large business delegation, aiming to use his first official visit to China to improve ties while raising his concerns about trade and key minerals.
Perspective | How improvement science transformed my students’ reading and writing
An Alamance County middle school teacher helped her students analyze texts to improove their reading comprehension.
Douglas County adopts ordinance to address retail theft and support local businesses
Following extensive community and business input, the Board of Douglas County Commissioners has adopted an ordinance designed to improve reporting, strengthen enforcement and protect local businesses from retail theft. The…
Maine hospitals, health reform advocates spar over proposed bill to regulate prices
Advocates say the proposed bill would improve health affordability. Hospital executives say it could lead to closures and service losses, if passed.
‘Home Improvement’ star Zachery Ty Bryan sentenced to 16 months in prison after string of legal woes
"Home Improvement" actor Zachery Ty Bryan has been sentenced to 16 months in jail after pleading guilty to felony DUI charges in California.
Blaming beavers for flood damage is bad policy and bad science, research shows
Beaver dams are critical to river health and a source of biodiversity. They create wetlands, slow water and improve water quality. They also reduce flood peaks and delay runoff. But beaver dams are often ...
Scientists Tracked Particles Floating Through the Air—And Solved a 100-Year-Old Mystery
Accurately modeling irregularly-shaped particles isn’t easy, but a new study found a way to improve a century-old idea.
Scientists Tracked Particles Floating Through the Air—And Solved a 100-Year-Old Mystery
Accurately modeling irregularly-shaped particles isn’t easy, but a new study found a way to improve a century-old idea.
'Home Improvement' star Zachery Ty Bryan sentenced to 14 months in jail
Actor Zachery Ty Bryan was reportedly sentenced to over a year in prison Monday, following his arrest in 2024 for a DUI.
Can Six Flags Entertainment Stock Beat the Market?
Six Flags will try to boost attendance and spending to improve revenue.
7 Samsung flagships getting February 2026 security patch
Samsung has begun rolling out its February 2026 security update for seven of its flagship Galaxy devices. These devices are Galaxy Z Fold 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE, Galaxy Z TriFold, Galaxy Z Flip 6, Galaxy Z Fold 6, and Galaxy S24 FE. The latest update improves security, stability, and […]
Federal court rejects GOP-led effot to block House map that helps Democrats in Utah
A federal court ruling means the new Utah voting districts that give Democrats an improved shot at winning a U.S. House seat can be used in this year’s election.
IN THE SPOTLIGHT: COMPUTER SCIENCE PROGRAM
Welcome to Viking News’ In the Spotlight, a Q&A series highlighting how Del Mar College departments, programs, and offices are using technology and innovation to enhance services, strengthen partnerships, and improve student success.Each post “spotlights” a different author sharing – in their own words – how these advancements shape th...
Kristen Mellen
First Bank Chicago, one of the five largest privately held banks in Chicago, is pleased to announce Kristen Mellen has been promoted to Systems and Applications Support Officer. In this role, Kristen leads process improvement initiatives that enhance client experiences with our products and services. She provides ongoing support throughout the Bank for system configuration and application implementations. Kristen joined the Bank in 2017.
Texas A&M AgriLife modernizes greenhouses to support innovative plant science
Major upgrades to greenhouses at the Borlaug Center for Southern Crop Improvement ushers a new era of plant research at Texas A&M AgriLife.
German Business Outlook Improves Amid ‘First Signs’ of Recovery
German business confidence brightened more than anticipated in February, adding to hope that Europe’s largest economy is emerging from a yearslong malaise.
‘Flow’ dramatically improves Android voice typing without replacing Gboard
Voice-to-text on Android is really good if you’re using a Pixel, and pretty hit or miss everywhere else. But the...
Which EU country is best at digital health records?
Most European countries have made progress in access to electronic health records. Despite this progress, there is still room for improvement. Low levels of digital health literacy in some countries remain another key challenge.
UC/UC Health Addiction Center to advance addiction research, treatment and education
The University of Cincinnati and UC Health have launched the UC/UC Health Addiction Center, a multidisciplinary initiative designed to unite research with clinical and educational expertise to improve addiction prevention and treatment outcomes in the Greater Cincinnati community and beyond.
5 Science-Proven Ways to Feel Happier and Strengthen Relationships
You can engage your brain and improve your happiness. A neuroscience expert shares five simple steps that can do the trick.
5 Cool New Features Samsung Recently Added To Your Galaxy Phone
Samsung has recently added several quality-of-life improvements to its Galaxy lineup in the One UI 8.5 beta, such as Direct Voicemail, Private Album, and more.
Pecans found to improve cholesterol and boost heart health
A sweeping new scientific review suggests that pecans — America’s native nut — may pack more heart power than many people realize. After analyzing over 20 years of research, scientists found consistent evidence that eating pecans can improve key markers of cardiovascular health, including total cholesterol and “bad” LDL cholesterol, while also supporting antioxidant defenses.
Pecans found to improve cholesterol and boost heart health
A sweeping new scientific review suggests that pecans — America’s native nut — may pack more heart power than many people realize. After analyzing over 20 years of research, scientists found consistent evidence that eating pecans can improve key markers of cardiovascular health, including total cholesterol and “bad” LDL cholesterol, while also supporting antioxidant defenses.
Science & Medicine: Exercise is medicine for people with Parkinson's disease
Exercise can improve function and slow disease progression in people with Parkinson's disease, but why? A UT Health San Antonio researcher is studying patients who exercise and play virtual reality games to see if she can figure out the answer.
Healthier Bodies, Minds, and Communities: Celebrating National Recreational Sports and Fitness Day with the University of Wisconsin-Madison
Sport and fitness are foundational elements of the Special Olympics movement. Through year-round sport training, competitions, and inclusive fitness opportunities, Special Olympics athletes are empowered to improve their health, build self-confidence, and experience belonging in their communities. At the heart of the Special Olympics mission is a reminder that movement does not have to come with a scoreboard or trophy to create a lasting impact. This focus on participation over performance is emphasized on National Recreational Sports and Fitness Day.
Casino Icon Caesars Entertainment Navigates Debt and Digital Transition as Progeny 3 Exits
Caesars is known for packed casino floors and bright Las Vegas lights, but the company is also working to strengthen its balance sheet and improve digital profitability. As debt levels decline and online betting operations mature, investors are watching whether the next phase can unlock more stable growth.
Casino Icon Caesars Entertainment Navigates Debt and Digital Transition as Progeny 3 Exits
Caesars may be known for packed casino floors and bright Las Vegas lights, but the company is also working to strengthen its balance sheet and improve digital profitability. As debt levels decline and online betting operations mature, investors are watching whether the next phase can unlock more stable growth.
Galaxy AI turns into a multi-agent ecosystem, adds deep integration with Perplexity AI
The improved system will allow you to work with multiple AI agents seamlessly, without needing to switch between apps or repeat commands.
Some studios still struggling to obtain Nintendo Switch 2 dev kits to start 2026
While the situation has improved since the launch and pre-launch period, some studios are apparently still struggling to obtain launch kits to make games for Nintendo Switch 2. Arkaden spoke with a number of developers in different parts of the world and reports that they are still “largely unavailable.” The information comes from some teams who previously released games on...
Apple iPhone 18 Pro May See Record-Breaking Power Upgrade, Report Says
A new report says the next flagship iPhone could have an improvement to the feature users love: battery life.
Mark Few Won’t Underestimate the Much-Improved Pacific Tigers
The Zags’ second-to-last game at home welcomes coach Dave Smart and a underrated group in the West Coast Conference.
Vastly improved Cal looks to sweep series with rival Stanford
Vastly improved Cal looks to sweep series with rival Stanford
What new plan says Oregon can do to retain behavioral health workers
Oregon needs to improve recruitment, credentialing and training of behavioral health workers, a report from a council formed by Gov. Tina Kotek said.
Behind the Science: A New Path to Tackling Metastatic Breast Cancer
In recent decades, advances in breast cancer treatment have helped to improve health outcomes for many patients, but scientists remain vigilant in their quest to further reduce both the incidence and impact of the disease.
Community Health Systems Q4 Earnings Call Highlights
Community Health Systems (NYSE:CYH) executives said the hospital operator’s fourth-quarter results came in line with updated expectations, citing sequential margin expansion, a modest improvement in payer mix, and continued cost controls. On the company’s fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 earnings c
Bark in the Park – 5K Fun Run & Walk: Making Strides to Improve Canine Health
Courtesy Photo. Sponsored Content. On March 29, 2026, Central Park in New York City will host the second annual Bark
Business Books: What to read this month
How to run good meetings, the economy of self-improvement, and a new kind of intelligence
What Happens to Your Body When You Cut Back on Ultra-Processed Foods
Research shows people saw major health improvements when they cut out half of the ultra-processed foods in their diets.
Scientists reveal how exercise protects the brain from Alzheimer’s
Exercise may sharpen the mind by repairing the brain’s protective shield. Researchers found that physical activity prompts the liver to release an enzyme that removes a harmful protein causing the blood-brain barrier to become leaky with age. In older mice, dialing down this protein reduced inflammation and improved memory. The discovery points to a surprising body-to-brain pathway that could inspire new Alzheimer’s therapies.
Euro zone business activity improved in February as manufacturing bounced back, PMI shows
Euro zone business activity accelerated faster than forecast this month as manufacturing swung back to growth for the first time since October, though the dominant services sector marginally underperformed expectations, a survey showed.
Eight of 20 Main Street Business Resilience grants still available in Mansfield
Supporting businesses along the Main Street improvement project was discussed Thursday during a Downtown Improvement Advisory Board meeting.
Google germinates Gemini 3.1 Pro in ongoing AI model race
: AI model said to show improved reasoning capabilities
Spike in AI-driven social engineering attacks requires health industry collaboration
In 2025, artificial intelligence tools helped improve cybersecurity success rates. Now, information sharing that mitigates legal risk must be prioritized to further improve that protection, says an H-ISAC leader.
We All Need To Go To Business School
Ten years ago, I started teaching at Bard’s Green MBA Program, where I now teach classes in economics, economic development, community investment funds, and “sustaining mission.” And what I can report is that the several hundred students I taught have created, run, or improved an amazing assortment of mission-oriented enterprises.
United States and Madagascar to Implement $175 Million Five-Year Health MOU - U.S. Embassy in Madagascar
United States and Madagascar to Implement $175 Million Five-Year Health MOU U.S. and Malagasy health officials are convening in Antananarivo for a two-day joint review process, marking the first major step in implementing the strategic health cooperation framework established in the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the two countries in December 2025. The MoU outlines the structure and terms of U.S. support to Madagascar’s health sector from 2026 through 2030, with a total commitment of $134,305,000 from the U.S. Government and $41,216,252 from the Government of Madagascar working jointly to address malaria, maternal and child health, polio and global health security issues. This approach reflects the America First Global Health Strategy by prioritizing effective, results-driven cooperation that advances mutual health security and supports Madagascar’s progress toward self-reliance and independence from foreign assistance. The events bring together U.S. Government health experts and Madagascar’s Ministry of Public Health leadership to conduct a comprehensive review of seven major health programs currently supported by United States funding, discussing current activities, and developing recommendations for programs to align with the signed Memorandum of Understanding, which advances both the America First Global Health Strategy and the Government of Madagascar’s goals. “This memorandum sets the course for U.S. strategic cooperation and support to Madagascar’s health sector over the next five years,” said Chargé d’Affaires Stephanie Arnold at the workshop’s opening. This review will help determine how to maximize the effectiveness and impact of these programs, ensuring resources provided by U.S. taxpayer dollars are used wisely,” she added. “By working together to address global health challenges, we demonstrate America’s leadership and commitment to a safer, healthier world, making both the United States and Madagascar healthier and stronger.” Under President Trump’s leadership, the United States is implementing a Global Health Strategy for foreign assistance that emphasizes increased host country ownership, resilient health systems and human resource capacity to reduce dependency, maintaining frontline support to reduce infectious disease threats, and strong performance monitoring systems for accountability and service delivery. “Diseases do not respect borders, and when we support Madagascar’s capacity to detect, prevent, and respond to infectious disease threats, we are contributing to global health security that benefits communities both here and in the United States,” Arnold emphasized, noting that “The MoU represents a commitment to transparency, accountability, and results.” The United States recognizes the commitment of Malagasy leadership in prioritizing investment of time and significant resources on the healthcare of their own citizens. With recent changes in leadership, Madagascar has an opportunity to strengthen governance, improve performance, and move forward toward greater self-reliance, particularly in the healthcare sector. Through strategic focus and thoughtful collaboration under this MoU, U.S. health programs in Madagascar will deliver meaningful results that advance both countries’ interests while supporting Madagascar’s journey toward greater self-reliance and a healthy future.
You're not having a stroke, Google simply changed the Chrome for Android Home icon
A small, seemingly nothingburger of an update, can improve your experience with the Chrome for Android browser.
Updated Windows 11 Taskbar Features Built‑in Network Speed Test - Available Now in Preview
Yesterday, Microsoft's insider program debuted Windows 11 Builds 26100.7918 and 26200.7918 (KB5077241). Enjoyers of the Release Preview Channel can play around with some nifty new features and improvements, within the 24H2 (Build 26100) and 25H2 (Build 26200) releases. The North American megacorp's ...
DAV announces new partnership with Solace Health supporting veterans’ care
ERLANGER, Ky. – DAV (Disabled American Veterans) is proud to announce a new partnership with Solace Health as its first new partner in 2026. The partnership is supported by a donation from Solace Health to advance DAV’s mission of empowering veterans to lead high-quality lives. The collaboration brings together two organizations focused on helping veterans receive timely, coordinated, high-quality care, regardless of where they receive it. While many veterans receive care through the VA, which offers an integrated and coordinated whole-health model, others receive some or all of their care through private health systems using Medicare or other insurance benefits. These veterans often need help to understand health insurance rules, manage their treatment, and navigate between multiple health care systems. “Disabled veterans often have complex health challenges, and DAV’s advocacy work strives to minimize barriers to timely, high-quality care, primarily within VA., but increasingly between VA and private providers,” said DAV CEO and National Adjutant Barry Jesinoski. “Our partnership with Solace Health can offer support for veterans who are eligible for VA care and Medicare, particularly those who split their care between the VA and private health systems. Veterans who don’t use VA at all can also benefit from the care coordination services that Solace Health provides, usually with little or no out-of-pocket cost to them.” Solace Health provides professional health care advocacy services, connecting patients with experienced advocates who help schedule appointments, explain benefits, coordinate care among providers, and manage administrative burdens with private health care systems, thereby allowing veterans and their families to focus on health and recovery. “For many veterans, the fight doesn’t end when service does,” said Jeremy Gurewitz, CEO and co-founder of Solace Health. “Veterans living with serious medical conditions often encounter a private health care system outside of the VA that is fragmented and difficult to navigate. Through this partnership with DAV, Solace Health advocates can help cut through red tape, improve care coordination, and simplify scheduling of medical appointments. We’re proud to support DAV in helping veterans to successfully navigate health care systems so that veterans, particularly disabled veterans, receive the care they have earned.” DAV provides a lifetime of support for veterans of all generations, their families, caregivers, and survivors. Each year, DAV’s no-cost programs and services help more than 1 million veterans access the benefits and health care they have earned, connect with meaningful employment, and ensure their voices are heard on Capitol Hill. About DAV DAV is dedicated to ensuring our promise is kept to America’s veterans. DAV does this by helping veterans and their families access the full range of benefits available to them, fighting for the interests of America’s injured heroes on Capitol Hill, providing employment resources to veterans and their families, offering programs and services to empower them, and educating the public about the great sacrifices and needs of veterans transitioning back to civilian life. A nonprofit organization with nearly 1 million members, DAV was founded in 1920 and chartered by the U.S. Congress in 1932. About Solace Health Veterans face complex health challenges, and the path to care is far harder than it should be. They deal with fragmented services and providers, each with unique requirements and paperwork. Solace Health advocates—healthcare experts with 16 years’ experience on average—help veterans navigate this landscape when they need it most. Advocates schedule appointments, explain benefits and keep doctors aligned. They take the lead on calls and documentation, and their no-homework ethos eases burdens on veterans and their families. Solace Health is covered by Medicare and Medicare Advantage, and most veterans pay little or nothing out of pocket. We’re honored to support DAV members.
Microsoft can now store data for 10,000 years on everyday glass thanks to laser breakthrough
Improvements to the data writing and reading techniques, alongside a new way to store data, mean the technology is more accessible than before.
Microsoft can now store data for 10,000 years on everyday glass thanks to laser breakthrough
Improvements to the data writing and reading techniques, alongside a new way to store data, mean the technology is more accessible than before.
Five Berkeley Lab Scientists Receive DOE Early Career Research Awards
Five scientists from Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) have received Early Career Research Program (ECRP) awards from the Department of Energy. The ECRP program, now in its 16th year, was established to bolster the nation’s scientific workforce by supporting exceptional researchers at the outset of their careers, when many scientists do their most formative work. Recipients use the funding to pursue projects that have the potential to solve scientific challenges and advance the country’s STEM capabilities. To be eligible for the program, a researcher must be an untenured, tenure-track assistant or associate professor at a U.S. academic institution, or a full-time employee at a DOE national laboratory or Office of Science user facility, who is within 10 years of having earned their doctorate. Awards to an institution of higher education will be approximately $875,000 over five years, and awards to a DOE national laboratory or Office of Science user facility will be approximately $2,750,000 over five years. This year’s Berkeley Lab awardees and their projects are listed below: Timon Heim: Better detectors for more powerful particle colliders Timon Heim is a staff scientist in the Physics Division. His ECRP project will develop a new type of detector that can track the particles generated by collisions in particle colliders with high spatial and temporal resolution. Current detectors in use at high-energy colliders, like the ATLAS detector at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) at CERN, can track the trajectory and measure momentum of particles, but they can’t track a particle’s time of arrival with sufficient precision to discern from which of the many particle interactions they originate. Heim’s proposed technology — called a 4D tracking detector, because it captures data about particles’ positions in space and time — aims to solve this challenge, allowing researchers to glean more precise data from collision experiments to uncover new insights into fundamental forces and potentially discover new particles. The enhanced capabilities of 4D detectors will be a necessity for experiments at future colliders, such as the Muon Collider or Future Circular Collider. The project will develop custom microelectronics that process the signal of a pixelated silicon sensor that can register charged particles passing through it in an extreme radiation environment that these colliders produce during operation. The goal is to measure individual particles’ position with 50-micro-meter spatial and 50 pico-second (one trillionth of a second) temporal precision, for an incoming flux of around 1 billion particles per second per square centimeter. Harrison Lisabeth: Studying underground processes to unleash abundant energy Harrison Lisabeth is a research scientist in the Energy Geoscience Division focused on combining real-world experiments and AI to guide development of geothermal energy systems. His project will explore how deep underground rock formations – where geothermal wells are dug – are stressed by chemical reactions of the minerals and mechanical strain from movements in the Earth. A better understanding of subsurface stresses is essential to engineer safe and reliable geothermal wells that access the heat of deep rocks to produce electricity. It is estimated that the U.S. could generate ten times the amount of energy needed to power the grid using geothermal sources. Lisabeth plans to simulate how minerals grow, dissolve, and influence the behavior of surrounding rock in geothermal reservoirs by tracking chemical changes in rock samples under pressure in the lab. The project will also develop machine learning models to predict geologic strain based on field measurements and refine existing models that describe how common rock types deform under stress. Combining these approaches, Lisabeth hopes to develop a framework to predict stress to improve stability and longevity of geothermal wells. Daniel Carney: Pushing the quantum boundaries of particle measurement Daniel Carney is a staff scientist in the Physics Division who uses quantum information science to study particle physics and gravity. At very small scales, “quantum noise” — random fluctuations from the act of measurement — can drown out faint signals from rare processes. Carney’s ECRP project, “Fundamental Physics at the Quantum Limits of Measurement,” aims to build a new mechanical quantum sensor that can measure extremely small particle interactions below the limits of that quantum noise. The approach uses lasers to hold a tiny bead containing radioactive atoms; when one decays, the system measures the bead’s motion and the energy of any particles emitted. The experiment’s initial goal is to search for heavy sterile neutrinos, hypothetical particles predicted by some extensions of the Standard Model. The system could also help measure the mass of the neutrino, study the way particles interact through the electromagnetic and weak forces, and hunt for low-mass dark matter — all unsolved mysteries in particle physics. Callum Wilkinson: Using machine learning to demystify neutrinos Callum Wilkinson is a staff scientist in the Physics Division and part of the international Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (DUNE) hosted by Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory. DUNE will create an intense beam of neutrinos that interact in detectors in Illinois and, after an 800-mile journey through the earth, in massive detectors in South Dakota. By precisely measuring neutrinos and how they change, researchers will get a better understanding of their fundamental properties and whether they are responsible for why there is so much more matter than antimatter in our universe. Wilkinson’s ECRP project will apply two machine learning techniques to improve the analysis of DUNE’s data and enhance the experiment’s precision. One approach will look for hidden patterns in how neutrinos interact and produce low-energy particles, while the other will help correct for distortions in what the detectors record. The methods will be tested on one of DUNE’s prototype detectors and could be used in other neutrino experiments, improving their measurements and helping scientists build better models. Aditi Krishnapriyan: Machine learning methods that scale as datasets grow Aditi Krishnapriyan is a faculty scientist in Berkeley Lab’s Applied Mathematics and Computational Research Division (AMCR) and assistant professor at UC Berkeley. Her project, awarded through UC Berkeley, will develop machine learning methods that scale with dataset size for modeling complex, multi-scale phenomena. The resulting tools can be applied in a wide range of research, including the study of new electrolytes for batteries or the examination of molecular interactions. ### Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) is committed to groundbreaking research focused on discovery science and solutions for abundant and reliable energy supplies. The lab’s expertise spans materials, chemistry, physics, biology, earth and environmental science, mathematics, and computing. Researchers from around the world rely on the lab’s world-class scientific facilities for their own pioneering research. Founded in 1931 on the belief that the biggest problems are best addressed by teams, Berkeley Lab and its scientists have been recognized with 17 Nobel Prizes. 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