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ISSRDC Agenda Set: Trailblazing in Low Earth Orbit to Benefit Humanity

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13th annual conference highlighting space station research and opportunities in low Earth orbit
to be held July 29-August 1 in Boston

BOSTON, July 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The 13th annual International Space Station Research and Development Conference (ISSRDC) highlights how pioneers in the space community are harnessing the unique conditions in low Earth orbit (LEO) to help solve some of our world’s most pressing R&D challenges. ISSRDC is the only conference dedicated exclusively to showcasing how the International Space Station (ISS) is advancing science and technology and enabling a robust and sustainable market in LEO. The conference will be held July 29-August 1, 2024, at the Marriott Copley Place in Boston. 

ISSRDC 2024 brings together leaders from the commercial sector, U.S. government agencies, and academic communities to foster innovation and discovery onboard the orbiting laboratory. Panel discussions with scientists and industry leaders, keynotes from astronauts and policymakers, and lightning talks from trailblazers and innovators will take the main stage. A Marketplace Expo offers a venue for companies to showcase opportunities in LEO and for attendees to meet with researchers and stakeholders. Sessions throughout the conference will include U.S. and international partners who will discuss strategic research areas and how to prepare the next generation of space industry professionals, with representation from the ISS National Laboratory® and NASA. Notable conference events include the following:

In a live downlink from the space station, four NASA astronauts will describe their daily routines and the work they are supporting during Expedition 71. The crew members will also discuss how the space-based environment can enable scientific breakthroughs that benefit humans on Earth and future space exploration.Leaders in the space industry will give daily keynotes, sharing perspectives and discussing areas of importance to the space station research community. These include Jim Free, NASA associate administrator, who will provide insights from the agency on the critical importance of the space station and LEO economy, and Jinni Meehan, assistant director for space policy at the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP), who will give an engaging policy perspective.The “Mistress of Machines,” Kate Darling, will discuss the future of human-robot interactions, and Stephen Bowen, commander of NASA’s SpaceX Crew-6 mission and Massachusetts Institute of Technology alumnus, will share his experience as a NASA astronaut on the ISS.Mike Roberts, chief scientific officer for the ISS National Lab, and Jennifer Buchli, NASA chief scientist for the ISS Program, will co-moderate a panel discussion on breakthroughs in space-based R&D that blaze new trails in transformative medicine and clinical applications.NASA will lead a conversation on the importance of maintaining a continuity of research in LEO, ensuring that the ISS continues to foster innovative results and use cases throughout its duration that will prove advantageous for future commercial LEO destinations.A plenary session with capital market leaders will discuss the “path forward” in space investment, and a fireside chat will highlight how innovative startups have leveraged the space station as a springboard for business success.Multiple sessions will highlight opportunities for students to launch research to the space station and will discuss the importance of building a strong and diverse future workforce.During technical sessions, dozens of research teams will present their findings, sharing breakthroughs and lessons learned and spurring new collaborations and R&D initiatives.

Register for ISSRDC and join us in Boston to experience the annual conference showcasing the space station and the value it brings to humanity. Visit the conference website to learn more about ISSRDC, including how to register, and to view the full agenda.

ISSRDC is hosted by the ISS National Lab, which is managed by the Center for the Advancement of Science in Space™ (CASIS™); NASA; and the American Astronautical Society (AAS).

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About the International Space Station (ISS) National Laboratory:
The International Space Station (ISS) is a one-of-a-kind laboratory that enables research and technology development not possible on Earth. As a public service enterprise, the ISS National Laboratory® allows researchers to leverage this multiuser facility to improve quality of life on Earth, mature space-based business models, advance science literacy in the future workforce, and expand a sustainable and scalable market in low Earth orbit. Through this orbiting national laboratory, research resources on the ISS are available to support non-NASA science, technology, and education initiatives from U.S. government agencies, academic institutions, and the private sector. The Center for the Advancement of Science in Space™ (CASIS™) manages the ISS National Lab, under Cooperative Agreement with NASA, facilitating access to its permanent microgravity research environment, a powerful vantage point in low Earth orbit, and the extreme and varied conditions of space. To learn more about the ISS National Lab, visit our website.

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, CASIS accepts corporate and individual donations to help advance science in space for the benefit of humanity. For more information, visit our donations page.

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International Space Station (ISS) National Laboratory

Managed by the Center for the Advancement of Science in Space, Inc. (CASIS)

6905 N. Wickham Rd., Suite 500, Melbourne, FL 32940 • 321.253.5101 • www.ISSNationalLab.org

 

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“GAC Tech” Media Immersive Tour: Polish Media Delegation Praises GAC’s Quality and Technological Prowess

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GUANGZHOU, China, May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — From April 15 to 17, a leading Polish automotive media delegation visited GAC for an immersive exploration of the GAC R&D Center, AION’s Intelligent Eco-Factory, and the GAC Technology Museum. The visit highlighted GAC’s technological excellence, building momentum for its official entry into the Polish market in Q3 this year.

At the AION Smart Eco-Factory, the delegation witnessed firsthand the high-quality processes spanning from parts supply to vehicle assembly. As the world’s first “Lighthouse Factory” for new energy vehicles, the plant stands as an industry benchmark for both green manufacturing and automation.

During their visit to the GAC R&D Center, the Polish media delegation gained a comprehensive understanding of GAC’s strategic investments and breakthrough achievements in cutting-edge areas such as intelligent connectivity and electrification.

As part of the visit, the Polish media delegation also experienced several GAC models, including the AION V, AION UT, and HYPTEC HT.

In addition to their strong endorsement of the product, the media delegation also expressed unanimous praise for GAC’s A480 Supercharger, designed for public spaces, which impressed with its innovative technology and powerful ultra-fast charging capabilities.

To enable Polish consumers to experience GAC’s advanced quality and technological innovation as soon as possible, GAC INTERNATIONAL officially signed a distribution agreement with Jameel Motors on April 8. Several of GAC’s new energy models will be introduced to the Polish market first, offering consumers a brand-new choice in car purchasing.

Through this Polish media immersive tour, GAC has further deepened its engagement and understanding of the Polish market, while reinforcing its commitment and confidence in the principle of “Operating Locally, Integrated Locally, Serving Locally, and Contributing Locally.” Moving forward, GAC will focus on cultivating the Polish market with products and services characterized by “Top-tier Quality and Pioneering Technology.” Leveraging its strengths in the new energy vehicle supply chain, GAC will promote localized production and use it as a starting point to extend its advanced smart manufacturing capabilities and green mobility philosophy to broader European markets.

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Fitterfly Launches Nutrition 360 Suite – India’s most advanced nutrition tracking solution available as a plug-and-play solution for Pharma, Insurers & digital health platforms

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MUMBAI, India, May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Healthtech innovator Fitterfly Healthtech today announced the launch of its complete Nutrition 360 Suite, a cutting-edge, API-based solution designed to transform how nutrition is tracked and improved, not just by individuals, but across ecosystems.

Offered as a SaaS suite for partners, this modular platform brings together Database APIs, Fitterfly Klik (AI-based photo logging), the newly launched Fitterfly Talk (voice-based multilingual logging), Meal Scoring, Meal Insights, and AI Diet Plan generator enabling digital health companies, insurers, and wellness platforms to seamlessly embed powerful nutrition features into their products.

Built on years of clinical expertise and trusted by over 20 lakh users, the suite is powered by Fitterfly’s proprietary food database – one of the most comprehensive in India, covering a wide range of regional, international and packaged foods. Rooted in science and designed for real-world use, the technology has already shown measurable impact in supporting people with diabetes, obesity, and heart disease to make sustainable lifestyle changes.

“We’ve taken the everyday friction out of meal logging and built the Fitterfly Nutrition 360 Suite that speaks the language of real life – across regions, platforms, and health goals,” said Dr Arbinder Singal, Co-founder and CEO, Fitterfly. “Now we’re opening it up to partners – giving them a simple way to integrate nutrition tracking that actually works for their users.”

The Fitterfly Nutrition 360 Suite includes tools and builds upon Fitterfly’s philosophy of Digital Pills. These tools include:

Nutrition Calculators – Fitterfly provides 5 macro and 50+ micronutrient values for more than 40,000 foods eaten across India via APIs. The APIs can be configured to develop various nutrition calculators for calories, weight loss, skin & hair health, pregnancy, anemia, heart health, etc.

Fitterfly Klik – Snap and Log – With just a photo, users can log their meals in seconds with Fitterfly AI food cam. Powered by advanced image recognition and India’s most extensive food database, Klik breaks down nutritional content – from calories to macronutrients – automatically. Klik reduces the effort required for meal logging by up to 90%.

Fitterfly Talk – Speak and Log – Newly introduced, Talk allows users to log meals using natural voice commands in English and 8 Indian regional languages, including Hindi, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Tamil, and Telugu. It’s built for inclusivity, catering to users who prefer to speak rather than type or photograph.

Meal Scoring – Understand at a Glance – Every meal logged receives a clear, colour-coded score out of 10, giving users an instant, intuitive view of its health quotient. No jargon. No confusion.

Meal Insights – Act and Improve – Smart suggestions powered by Fitterly’s AI, guides users toward better choices in real-time – from portion control to healthier swaps – making every meal a learning moment.

Diet Plan generator – AI-assisted recall with templates across 136 Indian and International cuisines, to ensure diet plans are personalised with 30,000+ recipes.

With GLP1 drugs changing the way we approach weight loss, Fitterfly understands that real, lasting results need more than just medication. While these drugs show strong early results, long-term success depends on a well-rounded approach. That’s where Fitterfly’s Nutrition 360 Suite comes in — using AI to support and strengthen the impact of GLP1 therapies with smarter, sustainable lifestyle tools.

“By partnering with Fitterfly, Pharma companies can offer a complete solution that addresses both the pharmacological and behavioral aspects of weight loss, ensuring sustainable outcomes in this new era of GLP1 therapies,” said Shailesh Gupta, Co-founder at Fitterfly.

The Fitterfly Nutrition 360 Suite is now available as a white-labeled SaaS offering for partners across industries.

About Fitterfly

Fitterfly is a leading Indian healthtech company specialising in digital therapeutic programs for managing diabetes, obesity, and heart disease. Co-founded in 2020 by Dr Arbinder Singal and Shailesh Gupta, the Mumbai-based company employs doctors, nutritionists, psychologists, fitness experts, and technologists. Fitterfly aims to improve metabolic health by focusing on conditions like pre-diabetes, diabetes, obesity, hypertension, and heart disease. Fitterfly has significantly contributed to health technology research, publishing over 80 papers and winning numerous awards, including the Economic Times Healthtech Startup of the Year 2022. Fitterfly has raised $16.6 million in funding, with its last round in June 2022 led by Amazon with support from Fireside Ventures, 9 Unicorns, and Venture Catalysts.

To explore integration with our APIs or request a demo, write to Head, Enterprise Sales – anjali@fitterfly.in 

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THE ADECCO GROUP Q1 2025 RESULTS

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Strong execution driving market share gains with solid margins

ZURICH, May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — HIGHLIGHTS

Revenues -2% yoy, +3% qoq; Outperforming markets, Adecco’s relative revenue growth strong, +130 bpsBy GBU, Adecco, -1% yoy, led by APAC +11% and Americas +4%; Akkodis -8%, with Consulting -5%; LHH -5%Healthy 19.4% gross margin, -40 bps yoy, reflecting current business mix, firm pricing2.4% EBITA margin excl. one-offs, -40 bps yoy, reflecting agile capacity management, good cost discipline and favourable timing of FESCO JV incomeOperating income €111 million, -11% yoy, constant currency; Net income €60 million, -19% yoyBasic EPS €0.36; Adjusted EPS €0.48Strong LTM cash conversion 105%. Operating cash flow -€144 million, mainly reflecting working capital absorption for growth, and in line with normal seasonality

Denis Machuel, Adecco Group CEO, commented:

“The consistent, rigorous execution of our strategy continues to pay off. In the first quarter, we gained market share with solid margin performance. We will meet our commitments, navigating increased macroeconomic uncertainty from shifting trade policy with strong cost discipline, securing G&A savings and through the agile management of sales and delivery capacity. We are firmly addressing areas of underperformance and have good traction in the turnaround of Adecco US. We are well positioned to gain further market share through AI-driven innovation and customer proximity in the quarters to come.”

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