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India brings early Diabetic Retinopathy detection to the last mile with Artificial Intelligence

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1 week ago

September 13, 2024

CDSCO, India’s national regulatory authority, approves the country’s first Ophthalmic AI software – Remidio Medios DR AI that automatically detects referable Diabetic Retinopathy in retinal images.

BENGALURU, India, Sept. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Diabetic retinopathy (DR) affects one in three individuals with diabetes globally, and if left unchecked can cause irreversible blindness. With the global patient with diabetes (PWDs) population set to reach 642 million by 2040, the increasing burden of DR is likely to strain healthcare systems worldwide.

India needs to screen nearly 125 million PWDs annually for DR. With only one ophthalmologist per 100,000 patients, decentralizing screenings from ophthalmic centers to primary care physicians managing diabetes is essential.

United Kingdom has shown that DR can be prevented, even eliminated, through retinal cameras and teleophthalmology in primary care. India is advancing this by adopting cutting-edge AI that does not require internet for inferencing, along with portable and affordable retinal cameras for DR screening in primary care.

Remidio, a Bangalore headquartered company, with offices in India, US and Singapore, received CDSCO approval for its Medios DR AI, used with its portable retinal cameras. This approval comes after the same solution received CE marking under EU-MDR guidelines and HSA approval in Singapore in 2022.

Remidio Medios DR AI, launched in 2018, is an offline AI that detects referable DR without requiring internet access. It is currently being used in some of India’s most remote areas, from the hilltops of Himachal Pradesh to rural West Bengal, bringing essential eye care to communities that previously had limited access.

On the occasion, Sundeep Agarwal, Remidio’s Senior VP of Regulatory Affairs & Quality Assurance, said, “With AI and software now under a risk-based framework in Indian MDR, this is a key milestone in the country’s regulatory landscape. While the approval process was challenging, Remidio’s focus on assessing public health risks through collaborative research, in addition to compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, cybersecurity, and ISMS standards, positioned our technology as future-ready to the regulators.”

More than nine independent prospective clinical trials were completed on Remidio’s AI algorithms between 2017 and 2024, in partnership with Aravind Eye Care System, Dr. Mohan’s Diabetes Specialties Clinic, LV Prasad Eye Institute, DIACON, Retina Institute of Karnataka, Aditya Jyot Eye Hospital, Narayana Nethralaya, and the Government of Kerala, to name a few of the eye care and primary care partners across India.

These trials were published in renowned peer-reviewed, high-impact journals such as JAMA Ophthalmology, Nature Eye, and the Indian Journal of Ophthalmology, among others. International publications validating the solution’s performance in Poland, Armenia, the Yucatan Peninsula, Africa, and the UK soon followed.

Sankara Nethralaya’s Senior Vitreo-Retinal Consultant Dr. Rajiv Raman, states, “A science-first, public health approach has helped Remidio not only assess the performance of its AI in real world settings, but also for the AI research ecosystem to learn from clinical outcomes associated with primary care-led DR screening programs, care-gap closure pathways, and the cost-benefit analysis of bringing screening closer to the patient.”

Cost-benefit is particularly crucial for India, where diabetes-related blindness is estimated to cost the country INR 400 billion annually, as per the ORNATE 2023 report.

Dr. Rengaraj Venkatesh, Chief Medical Officer at Aravind Eye Hospital, adds, “Remidio’s solutions are enabling over 50 healthcare workers to screen patients for diabetic retinopathy at Aravind’s primary eye care or vision centres. These technologies not only enhance community health but also create job opportunities, as they are user-friendly and easy to learn, contributing to significant economic benefits for the nation.”

Remidio Medios AI’s offline nature also eliminates the need for expensive GPU-based cloud servers, significantly reducing the digital infrastructure costs associated with providing equitable healthcare.

Dr. Divya Rao, Chief Medical Officer at Remidio and a Clinical Ophthalmologist sums up Remidio’s vision on the pivotal approval: “The CDSCO’s approval helps us bring care closer to patients, but we are particularly excited to see India become a global leader in leveraging AI to eliminate preventable blindness caused by DR.”

About Remidio Innovative Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

Remidio is an innovative ISO 13485-certified med-tech firm with offices in India, the US, and Singapore. Remidio seeks to prevent blindness by creating accessible technologies that are smart and simple to use. Remidio’s portfolio of medical devices and AI solutions have helped screen and impact more than 15 million patients in 40+ countries globally. For further information, please visit www.remidio.com

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PEAC Institute Launches “24 Hour Pause for Peace: A Global Concert”

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September 21, 2024

24 Hour Pause for Peace Will Be the Largest Peace Initiative Ever Worldwide, Unifying 96 Countries on Six Continents Through Music

MONTCLAIR, N.J., Sept. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — On this International Day of Peace, PEAC Institute, part of the 2017 Nobel Peace Prize winning team, has launched “24 Hour Pause for Peace: A Global Concert,” the largest peace initiative ever organized worldwide through music.

“Now, we need companies, government entities, other nonprofits and donors who care about our cause for peace to join us in lifting up the biggest event of this generation.”

On October 4, 2025, this ground-breaking program will activate a massive network of youth ensembles that spans 96 countries and territories across six continents and host two 24-hour commercial festivals featuring some of the biggest acts in music and entertainment. This extraordinary day-long event will be live-streamed globally, allowing millions to participate simultaneously.

“It has been 40 years since Live Aid and We Are the World historically unified and changed the world through music,” said Rebecca Irby, president and CEO of PEAC Institute. “With our planet riddled with post-pandemic fatigue, climate chaos, unsettling wars and more, we believe it is time to create a new trajectory for humanity by inviting everyone around the globe to a 24 hour pause for peace to enjoy the sounds of music and feel the transformative power of human connection,” Irby explained.

Additionally, 24 Hour Pause for Peace plans to amass more than 100 million ambassadors to sign an appeal to the United Nations calling for a 24 hour ceasefire during the children’s concerts and commercial music events. All countries are welcome to participate with no exceptions. One of Pause for Peace’s core beliefs is everyone has the right to be equally respected and heard, particularly in collectively calling for peace.

“Achieving this ambitious global endeavor requires the support and participation from the most impactful brands, organizations, and influential leaders, artists and celebrities,” said Jennifer McKenna, 24 Hour Pause for Peace CEO.

Pause for Peace is a $165 million global initiative. Currently, it is in its first phase of raising seed capital through consumer brand-aligned sponsorships and private donors. Funding for the program is tax-deductible through PEAC’s 501(c)(3) status.

“We have assembled an exceptional executive team of change agents in entertainment, production, consumer marketing, charitable development and global security to make this extraordinary, worldwide peace event happen.” McKenna added. “Now, we need companies, government entities, other nonprofits and donors who care about our cause for peace to join us in lifting up the biggest event of this generation.” To become involved in 24 Hour Pause for Peace: A Global Concert as a sponsor, partner or donor, sign up to be an Ambassador, or for more information, go to www.24hourpauseforpeace.org.

About PEAC Institute

PEAC Institute is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in the United States. PEAC stands for peace, education, art and communication. It was formed in 2016 through a campaign with partner organization, International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN), which garnered a 2017 Nobel Peace Prize. PEAC now holds special consultative status with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations and has a global presence working with countries and territories worldwide to reach the most marginalized youth through art and communication activities to help them explore and express. For more information on PEAC Institute, go to www.peacinstitute.org.

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Global Times: China opens 12 nuclear research facilities to global scientists

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3 hours ago

September 21, 2024

The involved facilities span areas such as basic nuclear research, isotope production, nuclear environment simulation, equipment testing, and radioactive waste treatment and disposal.

VIENNA, Sept. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — China will open 12 nuclear research facilities and testing platforms to international scientists and institutions to enhance global cooperation, a senior Chinese official said here on Monday.

These include the China Advanced Research Reactor, the new-generation tokamak device Huanliu-3, and the Beishan Underground Research Laboratory, Liu Jing, vice chairman of the China Atomic Energy Authority (CAEA), said at a meeting on the sidelines of the International Atomic Energy Agency’s (IAEA) annual general conference.

The facilities span areas such as basic nuclear research, isotope production, nuclear environment simulation, equipment testing, and radioactive waste treatment and disposal.

Monday’s meeting, themed “Share for Development,” was organized by the CAEA to promote international cooperation in nuclear technology research and development, as China marks the 40th anniversary of its accession to the IAEA.

Yu Jianfeng, chairman of China National Nuclear Corporation, said at the event that the company aims to deepen cooperation with the IAEA and expand international collaboration. He expressed hope that opening China’s nuclear research facilities will contribute to advancing nuclear technology globally.

IAEA’s Deputy Director General Mikhail Chudakov commended China’s remarkable achievements in nuclear energy development and highlighted the long-standing, fruitful relationship between the IAEA and the CAEA.

Welcoming China’s decision to open up more of its nuclear research and development facilities, Chudakov said the move will further strengthen the agency’s technical capacity to support its member states.

On Monday evening, the CAEA and China’s permanent mission to the United Nations (UN) and other international organizations in Vienna jointly held a reception at the UN headquarters in Vienna to celebrate the 40th anniversary of China’s accession to the IAEA. More than 200 participants, including IAEA representatives and foreign envoys to Vienna, attended the event.

Li Song, China’s permanent representative to the UN and other international organizations in Vienna, said at the reception that China and the IAEA have expanded practical cooperation and jointly promoted the development of nuclear energy over the past 40 years.

China, he said, will continue to strengthen collaboration with the IAEA and its member states to address emerging challenges in international security, safeguard the global non-proliferation regime, and promote the use of nuclear energy and technology for the benefit of the Global South.

At the reception, Liu, Li and IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi jointly unveiled a bronze statue of Qian Sanqiang, a renowned Chinese nuclear physicist and one of the founders of China’s nuclear industry.

The statue, donated by China, will be permanently displayed at the IAEA headquarters, alongside sculptures of Polish-French physicist Marie Curie and other prominent figures who have made significant contributions to the peaceful use of nuclear energy.

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The Ar-King of Spirits: Ed Arking’s Impact on the Liquor Industry

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4 hours ago

September 21, 2024

In the interest of providing luxury liquors in a convenient and stress-free format, Served Neat was born. When asked about his intentions for the company, Ed states, “My goal with Served Neat is to create a one-stop shop where customers can easily discover these rare gems.”

MOORESTOWN, N.J., Sept. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Served Neat is an emerging online platform with a curated selection of some of the world’s most popular luxury spirits. The website offers daily flash deals that highlight a variety of high-end international brands including Pappy Van Winkle, Buffalo Trace, Clase Azul, and more.

“While there are websites selling spirits, none have the decades of experience that we bring from WTSO. Served Neat will offer not only incredible bottles but also the best customer service in the industry.”

Ed and Joe Arking, the father-son team behind the concept of Served Neat, have decades of experience hand-selecting and supplying sought-after liquors. Ed Arking, CEO of New Jersey’s Roger Wilco, grew up in the world of wine and spirits and formed his own business aspirations.

“Growing up, I watched my father navigate and succeed in the ever-evolving wine and spirits industry,” Ed explains. “While I always aspired to create something similar, I knew I needed to wait for the right moment.” Ed has gone on to manage his own liquor store and lead projects for up-and-coming brands, such as the vodka-infused and non-carbonated Smooth Water.

As he evolved in his career, Ed discovered the perfect time to make his lifelong vision a reality. He recalls, “I noticed a gap in the market—especially for whiskey and tequila. These categories have surged in popularity, making it difficult for the everyday consumer to find those elusive sought-after allocated bottles.”

When it comes to Served Neat, quality and knowledge is key. Ed adds, “While there are websites selling spirits, none have the decades of experience that we bring from WTSO. Served Neat will offer not only incredible bottles but also the best customer service in the industry.”

Served Neat is the sister company to WTSO and The Wine Market, two online platforms dedicated to sourcing and distributing top-notch wines from every corner of the globe.

At The Wine Market, an online marketplace for the world’s most popular wine brands, convenience and quality are key. Each bottle in their curated collection is a testament to exceptional flavor and craftsmanship.

Since 2006, WTSO has enjoyed creating a unique wine experience and sharing it with new beginners and seasoned connoisseurs alike. Using an extensive network of wineries and wine makers, WTSO connects customers to thousands of brands from top wine appellations around the globe. The strong relationships they’ve formed within the wine world allow the business to deliver authentic and high-quality bottles to homes across the United States.

Wine and spirits lovers alike are invited to explore Served Neat, WTSO, and The Wine Market to find their next favorite bottle. Visit their websites to learn more about these one-of-a-kind online marketplaces!

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