A research team led by Professor Sunwoo Lee at Chonnam National University has discovered that dichloromethane, a common industrial solvent, can function as an efficient coupling reagent for amide bond formation. This approach offers a sustainable alternative to traditional, often toxic, reagents used in pharmaceutical and polymer production.
Ashlyn Tapley has been elevated to Vice President of Sales at botanical biotechnology firm Lavior, where she will direct the company’s domestic sales strategy and oversee select international expansion. Her promotion marks a transition from her previous tenure as National Sales Director, where she managed a diverse network of healthcare distribution channels.
Miami-based PRIMA VIP INC has appointed global health-innovation strategist Natalie Lefevre as its new Wellness Ambassador to bridge the gap between luxury hospitality and preventative medicine. Lefevre will leverage her international platform to connect elite medical-wellness providers with the private communities and travel professionals driving the longevity sector.
Security experts are warning of a "harvest now, decrypt later" phenomenon, where sensitive intercepted data is being stockpiled today to be unlocked by the quantum computers of tomorrow. This looming vulnerability has ignited a massive push toward post-quantum cryptography, turning theoretical research into a multi-billion dollar market.
For the third year running, the embedded equipment-financing platform QuickFi has been named Best SME Banking Solutions Provider at the 2026 Global BankTech Awards. The recognition, announced September 24 in Singapore, follows a streak of industry accolades that highlights the firm's rapid shift toward fully automated, mobile-first business lending.
Thirteen qualifying flights remain before the Americas Cardroom 25th Anniversary Tournament moves into its final stages on September 28. With a $2.5 million guarantee on the line, the site is entering the home stretch of a two-month-long celebration, offering players one last chance to secure their seats.
Eighty years after the International Military Tribunal delivered its historic verdicts, the secrets hidden within a soldier’s trunk are coming to light at The Newberry. Laurie Pasler, who discovered her father’s clandestine role in the Nuremberg trials only after his death, will headline a public conversation on October 1.
Waterloo-based OpenText has adjusted the terms of its pending cash tender offer for 3.875% senior notes due 2028, scaling back the maximum purchase amount while extending key deadlines. The company now seeks to acquire up to $300 million in aggregate principal, a reduction from the previously announced $450 million cap.
A potential 1.165 billion euro windfall awaits Swedish biotech firm Nanexa after securing a global licensing deal with Novo Nordisk. The agreement grants the pharmaceutical giant exclusive access to Nanexa’s PharmaShell technology, targeting the development of long-acting injectable treatments for obesity and type 2 diabetes.
After a decade of steering AllianceBernstein through a period of intense structural transformation and asset growth, CEO Seth Bernstein will retire on March 31, 2027. His successor, current President Onur Erzan, takes the helm on April 1, 2027, as the firm pivots toward an increasingly integrated global wealth management strategy.
Fresenius Medical Care is narrowing its commercial footprint in China, exiting the local peritoneal dialysis market and discontinuing its 4008A hemodialysis system. The company aims to prioritize high-end, locally relevant medical technologies to capture growth in a region that accounts for roughly 7% of its Care Enablement segment revenue.
Prospective homeowners in San Diego County now have a new option in Escondido, where KB Home has officially opened City Vista. The development introduces three-story paired homes starting in the mid-$600,000s, situated near the intersection of North Nutmeg Street and North Centre City Parkway with direct access to Interstate 15.
After six months navigating the organization as interim leader, Ben Reed has been officially named President of McGee Air Services. The appointment, effective October 1, elevates a 17-year Alaska Air Group veteran who helped launch the ground services subsidiary in 2016 to the permanent helm of its operations.
European companies participating in the UN Global Compact show a moderate commitment to the 2030 Agenda, achieving an average sustainability score of 58.2 out of 100. While social issues and anti-corruption measures are well-integrated, firms struggle to translate policy commitments into concrete operational environmental actions.
Fans at Raymond James Stadium will now find Colony Grill’s signature thin-crust bar pies at four concession locations, marking the start of a multi-year partnership that runs through the 2030 season. The collaboration brings the Connecticut-born chain’s famous hot oil pizza directly to the home of the Buccaneers.
With prices starting in the mid-$500,000s, KB Home has officially opened Arroyo, the third residential phase within the Griffin Park master plan in Manteca, California. The developer is now accepting walk-in visits and private appointments for the new single-family development, which targets commuters and families seeking proximity to major regional transit corridors.
The American Advertising Federation has named comedian and producer Hasan Minhaj as the recipient of its 2026 Cultural Force Award. The honor, established in 2023, recognizes public figures outside the advertising industry whose creative output has significantly influenced how brands engage with audiences and shape modern media narratives.
Nutshell Therapeutics has received FDA clearance to begin clinical trials for NTS231, a novel molecular glue designed to target the NRF2 pathway. The Shanghai-based firm’s candidate stands as the first NRF2 degrader from China to enter human testing and only the second globally, marking a milestone in oncology drug development.
Spokane-based glass ornament maker Old World Christmas is marking the fourth annual National Ornament Day by launching its first dedicated loyalty program. The initiative aims to reward long-term collectors who treat holiday decorating as a year-round pursuit, offering point-based incentives for both purchases and digital engagement starting this September.
The Bear NutriEase Stainless Steel All Stage Baby Food Maker has secured the Mom's Choice Awards Honoring Excellence Seal, marking the appliance as a top-tier tool for families. The global evaluation program selected the device based on its design, quality, and overall value for parents navigating early childhood nutrition.
At the WindEnergy Hamburg 2026 summit, Envision Energy earned the IEC 62443-3-3 Security Level 2 certificate from TÜV SÜD. This validation covers the company's comprehensive wind farm control architecture, including SCADA, power plant controllers, and industrial network devices, marking a shift toward system-wide digital protection for renewable infrastructure.
After decades in IT and education, Francesco and Rosa are pivoting to pet retail, opening a new 7,410-square-foot Pet Supplies Plus at 2615 Santa Barbara Blvd S. The franchise location, which creates 11 local jobs, anchors its arrival with a two-day grand opening celebration scheduled for October 3-4.
With a 54.2% ready-to-run rate, GPT Image 2.5 Sunburst currently leads the pack in Omneky’s new TASTE BENCH evaluation suite. The platform, released Wednesday in San Francisco, aims to quantify the subjective quality of AI-generated advertisements by testing eight models against identical brand briefs and assets across five languages.
The South Broward Hospital District Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to maintain its millage rate at 0.0805, holding the levy at the lowest level in the district's recorded history. This decision preserves the benchmark set last year, following a decade and a half of consistent tax reductions for local residents.
Rhidwaan Gasant has stepped down as a non-executive director of Sasol Limited, citing personal reasons for his departure. The company confirmed the resignation on September 25, 2026, marking the end of his tenure as both a member of the board and a contributor to the firm's audit and remuneration committees.
Formula 1 champion Kimi Räikkönen has swapped his high-speed cockpit for a mechanic’s tools, shifting his focus from personal podiums to guiding his son Robin’s budding racing career. This transition serves as the centerpiece of a new global brand campaign for the Finnish smart access company iLOQ.
Johnson & Johnson announced that its drug TREMFYA has become the first IL-23 inhibitor to demonstrate significant improvements in spinal pain and stiffness for patients with axial psoriatic arthritis. The Phase 4 STAR study utilized objective MRI assessments to confirm a reduction in inflammation among biologic-naïve adults.
At the 2026 North America OIP Ecosystem Forum in San Jose, ACL Digital secured the TSMC OIP Partner of the Year Award for Design Service Excellence. The honor highlights the company’s role in delivering complex silicon architecture for AI, data centers, and IoT applications through its long-standing collaboration with the semiconductor giant.
Formula 1 champion Kimi Räikkönen and his son, aspiring racer Robin, have teamed up for a global campaign with smart-access firm iLOQ. The project highlights a personal transition for the retired driver, focusing on the lessons of independence and perseverance he is passing down to the next generation on the karting track.
At the WindEnergy Hamburg 2026 conference, Envision Energy secured the IEC 62443-3-3 Security Level 2 certificate from TÜV SÜD. This validation covers the company's comprehensive wind farm control architecture, including SCADA, power plant controllers, and industrial networking, marking a shift toward system-wide digital protection.
