Author: Daniel Harrison

Scientists at Hong Kong’s Institute of Technology (HKIT) have developed a novel technique that allows simultaneous genomic DNA and RNA sequencing in single cells of both frozen and fresh tissues; using this method, they were able to detect “spies” hiding within rare brain tumour cells and reveal their true identities. This discovery paves the way for future drug target discovery, making it easier to study the most complex and rare tumours. Important information on the tumor’s genomic and molecular composition, or cellular heterogeneity, which influences the disease pathology and the tumor’s ability to develop drug resistance can be gleaned from…

When the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent response occurred, telehealth was already being used by BrightView Health, a behavioural health facility that specialises in addiction treatment and substance abuse. Telehealth was being heavily utilised by the organisation between its many offices. THE ISSUE However, BrightView lacked a safe means of real-time or delayed communication with patients. So, the pandemic and lockdowns created some potential gaps in access to care that we needed to predict and fill, said Navdeep S. Kang, PsyD, chief clinical officer at BrightView Health and fellow with the Obama Foundation. To implement safe communication, we investigated a number…

After the significant disruptions of the past three years, business leaders frequently use the phrase “back to normal” to describe how they expect their employees and businesses to function. However, “normal” can look very different from what was considered standard operating procedure before the pandemic. A company’s return to work can be more difficult than expected due to unforeseen circumstances, no matter how well it has prepared for its workers’ return. After speaking with thousands of executives about getting back into the workplace, I’ve found that three factors stand out as particularly difficult to overcome when trying to reduce absenteeism.…

Rigorous course load, a wide variety of extracurriculars, and ample room to explore individual passions. All of those things and more are part of what make up a comprehensive education. You can prepare your child for success in college and beyond by giving them the best possible education. By the time they graduate, not only will they be ready for college, but they will be ready to immediately begin contributing to society. Students in these types of schools are given the opportunity and encouragement to develop into mature, optimistic, and resilient people. These educational institutions do it all, from fostering…

The 35-year-two old’s goals and penalty kick helped propel his team to World Cup glory in a shootout victory over defending champions France after a thrilling 3-3 draw in Qatar last month. “The cup called out to me, it told me: come and grab me, now you can touch me,” Messi said on the Argentine radio show Urbana Play. Seeing it “sparkle” in the stunning Lusail Stadium in Doha, where the final was held, “I didn’t hesitate” to kiss it, he said. Following a heartbreaking loss to Germany in the 2014 World Cup final, Lionel Messi was able to win…

Companies that have L&D strategies that are learner-centric, aligned with the business mission, and data-driven are coming out on top in the current talent war. Organizational success can be ensured by concentrating on these three areas. Position Perk for L&D Professionals: Emphasis on Learner Requirements, Organizational Objectives, and Measurement Data Major shifts in when, where, and how people work have occurred over the past three years due to factors such as the Covid-19 pandemic, the exponential growth of digital technologies, global tensions, climate change, and significant demographic shifts. Almost every organization, from corporations to nonprofits to universities to government agencies,…

The Biden administration froze China’s advanced chip production and supercomputing capabilities in October of last year as part of its heavy-handed geo-economic statecraft “to maintain as large of a lead as possible,” as U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan put it earlier. Since then, stakeholders in the semiconductor ecosystem, whom the United States has been trying to enlist in its decoupling campaign, have continued to voice their opposition to such restrictions, which are unilateral and extraterritorial in nature. Reuters reports that on January 27, Dutch and American officials met in Washington to discuss potential new controls on exporting semiconductor manufacturing…

Northern e-commerce fashion pioneers like JD Sports, Boohoo, and N Brown Group have set the standard for innovation and success. But with this month’s trading updates, have some of the major fashion companies reached a ceiling? Although the high street was abandoned in 2020, business was booming for many online retailers because consumers turned to the internet for their fashion fix. As lockdowns were lifted, the cost of living crisis reared its ugly head and a new battle was born. Online stores are feeling the pinch as consumers cut back on spending. Catherine Shuttleworth, retail analyst and founder of Leeds-based…

Now that January is almost over, if you still haven’t kept your fitness resolutions, it’s time to get serious and put health and wellness first. Here are 5 ways to stay on track for a happier and healthier you in 2023. As we look ahead to 2023 with January almost over, it’s an opportunity to prioritise our health and well-being resolutions and make significant changes to our lifestyle. A new year is the ideal time to reflect on the past and set goals for the future. Now is the time to get serious and put health and wellness first. Small…

According to Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, AI will eventually be included into all of Microsoft’s applications. Highlights According to Nadella, AI will eventually be incorporated into every programme, along with storage and other types of computing. The market acceptance of Microsoft’s cloud services is rising, which is encouraging for the future of the company’s collaboration with OpenAI. According to Microsoft’s quarterly report, despite a minor decline in earnings, the company’s overall financial performance is still robust. Satya Nadella, the CEO of Microsoft, said that artificial intelligence would someday be incorporated into all of the company’s applications during a recent earnings…