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Society of Rheology Announces Winners of the 2024 Journal of Rheology Publication Award

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Four researchers from the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology are recognized for developing an innovative strategy to analyze and formulate complex fluids

MELVILLE, N.Y., July 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Norbert Willenbacher, Claude Oelschlaeger, Jonas Marten, and Florian Péridont have been selected to receive the 2024 Journal of Rheology Publication Award for their research article, “Imaging of the microstructure of Carbopol dispersions and correlation with their macroelasticity: A micro- and macrorheological study,”

The award is conferred annually for the best paper in the preceding two years appearing in the Journal of Rheology (JOR), which is published by AIP Publishing for the Society of Rheology (SOR). The winners, who are affiliated with the Applied Mechanics Research Group from the Institute of Mechanical Process Engineering and Mechanics at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, Germany, will receive a monetary award and special recognition at the SOR Annual Meeting.

“The winning paper introduces the groundbreaking Micro-Rheo-Mapping technique, a new data analysis strategy developed by the Applied Mechanics Research Group,” said JOR Editor-in-Chief Dr. Dimitris Vlassopoulos. “It is based on multiparticle tracking micro-rheology experiments to obtain accurate and direct visualizations of the microstructure of complex fluids, taking advantage of a large amount of information usually discarded in particle tracking data analysis.”

“All members of our team are proud of receiving this award as it confirms that our research is broadly appreciated and recognized by the Rheology community,” said Prof. Dr. Willenbacher, who serves as the head of the Institute of Mechanical Process Engineering and Mechanics at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology since 2004. “We are proud that we have further developed and pushed an important, almost 30-year-old experimental method that was stuck in an increasingly complex statistical data analysis, ignoring most of the collected information. “

“We employed the new strategy to analyze local structural and viscoelastic heterogeneities of Carbopol® solutions and gels which allowed us to establish a correlation between microstructure and macroelasticity for this widely used class of commercial acrylate thickeners as a function of pH and polymer concentration,” he added.

According to Prof. Dr. Willenbacher, the imaging is based on a ‘rheological contrast’, i.e. the different local viscoeleastic properties embedded tracer particles experience in a heterogeneous fluid. He explained the method provides a direct image of the fluid structure and local viscoelasticity on a 0.1 to 100 micrometer length scale and noted that it even works for materials visually appearing fully transparent.

Building on their findings, the Applied Mechanics group has already conducted research using the newly developed method to:

Design hydrogels for extrusion-based 3D bioprinting gaining high shape accuracy and cell viability;Investigate the rich phase behavior of concentrated colloidal gels with superimposed short range electro-steric repulsion and weak depletion attraction; andUse the microstructural insights gained from their Carbopol investigations for the design of binders for energy storage materials.

Prof. Dr. Willenbacher received his diploma degree in Physics and his PhD from the University of Mainz. After his dissertation at the Max-Planck-Institute for Polymer Research in 1990 he joined BASF SE as a research associate in the fields of rheology of complex fluids and adhesion of soft polymers for 15 years. He served as president of the German Society of Rheology from 2006 to 2019 and now is member of its advisory board. He is member of the Editorial Board of Materials and Electronic Materials, previously he also served as a member of the Editorial Board of Rheologica Acta and as Section Editor of Current Opinion in Colloid and Interface Science.

Dr. Oelschlaeger received his diploma degree in Physical Chemistry and his PhD in Physics from the University of Strasbourg (France). After his dissertation based on rheology and light scattering of surfactant solutions, he joined the Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research in Mainz as a postdoc working on method development and non-linear rheology of block copolymers for two years. Since 2007, he is member of the German Society of Rheology. 

ABOUT THE JOURNAL OF RHEOLOGY PUBLICATION AWARD
Each year, the Society of Rheology (SOR) offers the Journal of Rheology Publication Award to the best paper published during the preceding two years. First presented in 1994, the award includes special recognition at the Annual Meeting of the Society of Rheology and a monetary prize. This award was first presented in 1994.

ABOUT THE SOCIETY OF RHEOLOGY
The Society of Rheology (SOR) is composed of physicists, chemists, biologists, engineers, and mathematicians interested in advancing and applying rheology, which is defined as the science of deformation and flow of matter. The Journal of Rheology, which is published by AIP Publishing on behalf of SOR, is a vital resource for researchers working in fields as diverse as polymer physics and fluid mechanics. It presents experimental results, phenomenological models, and microscopic theories dealing with the rheological behavior of complex materials, including macromolecular, colloidal and particulate solids, and fluids. Application areas include foods, paints, plastics, lubricants, ceramics, coatings, glaciers, and biological fluids.

ABOUT AIP PUBLISHING
AIP Publishing‘s mission is to advance, promote, and serve the physical sciences for the benefit of humanity by breaking barriers to open, equitable research communication and empowering researchers to accelerate global progress. AIP Publishing is a wholly owned not-for-profit subsidiary of the American Institute of Physics (AIP) and supports the charitable, scientific, and educational purposes of AIP through scholarly publishing activities on its behalf and on behalf of our publishing partners.

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Gubagoo and Fullpath Unveil Curator, the First Unified Intelligence Engine for Automotive Retailers

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Curator brings together every type of data across a dealership and normalizes, cleanses, and deduplicates it, creating a single unique view of every customer.

HOUSTON and TEL AVIV, Israel, Nov. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Gubagoo, the leading provider of digital retailing and conversational commerce for automotive dealerships, announced today Curator, the first Unified Intelligence Engine for automotive retailers.

Powered by Fullpath, the automotive industry’s leading customer data platform (CDP) and marketing automation platform, Gubagoo’s Curator has unified all three types of data – transactional, demographic, and behavioral – and made it actionable. Curator collects and unifies first-party data from multiple sources to build a single, complete view of each customer. Dealerships can then use this data for powerful customer and user activation – giving consumers the 1:1 personalization they expect in today’s environment.

While dealerships sit on a wealth of data, one of the biggest challenges they face is leveraging their strong datasets to impact their business strategy and improve the client experience. The root cause is data siloed in disparate applications, spread across multiple or duplicate customer records, sources, reporting tools, and vendors.

Through the partnership, Fullpath provides accurate first-party behavioral data fueled by its powerful analytics engine, identity resolution, and website traffic attribution.

Gubagoo and its parent company, Reynolds and Reynolds, bring a view from inside the dealership with transactional and demographic information, leveraging the richest first-party data in the industry from within the DMS and CRM, as well as customer activity from chat and digital retailing activities.

Combining all of this data into a Unified Intelligence Engine creates a holistic view of the dealership’s customers, unlike any other.

“We knew with Gubagoo and Reynolds we would build something historic for the industry by giving dealers the power to understand and activate their data through a truly connected data infrastructure. And now that we’ve seen the power of Curator, we know that dealers have unparalleled views of their customers they can take action on,” says Aharon Horwitz, Fullpath CEO & Co-founder.

By connecting the DMS, CRM, F&I, Chat, Digital Retailing tools, and more, Curator provides:

Business insightsDecisioning toolsMulti-touch attribution metricsData segmentation across sales and serviceCampaign management and audience best practices for marketing purposesSales enablement

Furthermore, Curator measures effectiveness by department, ad campaigns, as well as customer retention and reactivation; all while managing data hygiene, enrichment, appends, and ID resolutions.

“Dealers have a huge opportunity in front of them, and we couldn’t be more excited to help them take advantage of it with a Unified Intelligence Engine,” said Brad Title, president of Gubagoo. “They have struggled for years with segmented data in disparate tools, and now with Curator, they can leverage all their information in a single place to dramatically increase efficiencies and truly wow customers.”

The groundbreaking Unified Intelligence Engine will launch at NADA 2025.

About Fullpath
Fullpath is the automotive industry’s first enhanced Customer Data Platform (CDP). Fullpath unifies first-party dealership data and activates it by layering powerful AI and marketing automation on top to create a Customer Data and Experience Platform (CDXP). Dealerships that invest in the platform create exceptional, hyper-personalized customer experiences that drive loyalty and build resilient, lasting business.

About Gubagoo
Gubagoo is the leading provider of conversational commerce and retail solutions for both automotive dealerships and OEMs. More than 8,500 dealerships worldwide partner with Gubagoo, including 90% of the top dealer groups in North America. The company is a subsidiary of Reynolds and Reynolds, with offices in Dayton, Ohio, Houston, Texas, and operates in the US, Canada, Mexico, Europe, and Australia. (Gubagoo.com)

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O’Fallon (MO) Police Department Revolutionizes Public Safety with Cutting-Edge Technology with Caliber Public Safety

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O’Fallon (MO) Police Department is enhancing public safety by adopting Caliber’s public safety software suite, positioning itself as a leader in modern public safety technology.

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C., Nov. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — O’Fallon, MO – The O’Fallon Police Department is proud to announce its partnership with Caliber Public Safety, integrating state-of-the-art Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD), Records Management System (RMS), and Mobile solutions to enhance public safety and law enforcement operations.

“We’re honored to partner with the O’Fallon Police Department in their innovative approach to public safety, empowering their mission to boost efficiency and protect their community,” said Chris Faircloth, VP of Sales and Marketing for Caliber Public Safety.

This significant upgrade reinforces the department’s commitment to modernizing public safety, ensuring the protection and well-being of O’Fallon’s 94,000+ residents. The integration of Caliber’s innovative technologies optimizes dispatch and response operations, facilitating faster reaction times and more effective data management.

“We are excited to leverage these cutting-edge tools to serve our community more efficiently and effectively,” said Chief Frank Mininni. “This technological leap ensures our teams can react faster and manage critical data more effectively, creating a more secure environment for everyone.”

Key benefits of the upgrade include:

Enhanced efficiency through seamless integration of CAD, Mobile, and RMS technologiesImproved data sharing capabilities, connecting local, regional, state, and national agenciesIncreased situational awareness for first responders through real-time access to critical information

The O’Fallon Police Department’s investment in Caliber Public Safety’s solutions was made possible by the “Use Tax” approved by voters in 2019. This tax enables the department to stay current with evolving technology, ensuring transparency and effective use of taxpayer money.

“We are honored to partner with the O’Fallon Police Department in their forward-thinking approach to public safety,” said Chris Faircloth, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Caliber Public Safety. “Together, we are empowering their mission to enhance operational efficiency and safeguard the people they serve.”

About the O’Fallon Police Department:

The O’Fallon Police Department serves over 94,000 residents with a team of 100+ sworn officers, consistently ranking among America’s “Best Places to Live” and “Safest Cities.”

About Caliber Public Safety:

Caliber Public Safety provides innovative solutions to over 1,000 public safety agencies across North America, focusing on data-sharing and interoperability.

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Chris Faircloth, Caliber Public Safety, 1-800-274-2911, info@caliberpublicsafety.com, https://caliberpublicsafety.com/

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GAC Group Showcases New Energy Vehicles and Unveils “Panyu Action” at the 22nd Guangzhou International Auto Show

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GUANGZHOU, China, Nov. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — On November 15, at the 22nd Guangzhou International Auto Show, GAC’s self-owned brands unveiled three groundbreaking models. Alongside these vehicle debuts, GAC Group introduced its three-year strategic initiative – “Panyu Action” – which aims to increase the share of self-owned brands to over 60% of total group sales by 2027, targeting 2 million units in sales.

Designed to drive GAC Group’s transformation, “Panyu Action” is expected to enhance operational efficiency and position the company for sustained high-quality development. This strategic initiative is expected to help GAC strengthen its leadership within both domestic and international automotive markets.

Feng Xingya, President of GAC Group, stated, “GAC Group has taken a solid step forward in its new phase of transformation. We will forge ahead with determination and live up to expectations, presenting an all-new GAC to everyone over the next three years!”

In line with its vision, GAC Group has invested over 50 billion yuan in independent research and development. The company plans to invest an additional 50 billion yuan in the next three years to support its “Panyu Action” initiative, reinforcing its commitment to remain at the forefront of technological innovation in the automotive industry.

“Right now, GAC’s global expansion is entering a new phase, with vehicle exports and local production moving forward together,” said Wei Haigang, President of GAC International. ” We will continue to expand international markets, with plans to reach 100 countries and regions by 2027, and export 500,000 vehicles.”

As part of its growth strategy, GAC Group unveiled three standout models at this year’s auto show: the S7, GAC’s first advanced intelligent vehicle, featuring AI-driven ambient lighting with eight preset expressions for personalized interaction; the Aion UT, the third global strategic model from Aion, with bold headlights and a hatchback design that embodies a unique, free-spirited style; and the HYPTEC HL, GAC’s luxury intelligent flagship SUV, which combines yacht-style wraparound design with zero-gravity seats for an unmatched luxury electric driving experience.

These new models highlight GAC Group’s dedication to leading the smart electric vehicle market, with plans for their introduction to international markets as part of the company’s ongoing global expansion strategy.

Looking ahead, GAC Group remains committed to delivering better products, services, and experiences to consumers worldwide, enhancing mobility solutions and enriching the lives of customers across the globe.

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