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Next Mission to Space Station Launches Dozens of Student Experiments

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18th mission of Student Spaceflight Experiment Program introduces more than 14,000 students to science in space

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Fla., Oct. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — When SpaceX’s 31st Commercial Resupply Services (CRS) mission to the International Space Station (ISS) for NASA takes flight, students across the U.S. and Canada will watch their experiments launch to space with it. The mission includes 39 student-led projects from 38 communities as part of the Student Spaceflight Experiments Program (SSEP). SSEP is an ISS National Laboratory® educational partner program aiming to equip the next generation of scientists and engineers by integrating the scientific research process into the classroom. 

“The whole idea of education is to prepare our students for the real world,” said Jeff Goldstein, center director of the National Center for Earth and Space Science Education (NCESSE), which runs SSEP. Goldstein explained that for educators to be successful in fostering a robust future workforce in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), students need hands-on experience performing tasks from those careers. “A very effective way to do that is to bring professional experiences into the classroom and ask our students to be scientists and engineers right now.”

Participating communities—each with 100 or more students for elementary and secondary programs and at least 30 for college-level programs—engage in a formal microgravity science curriculum and then break into smaller teams to create research proposals. Student experiments are designed to be carried out using Mixstix, flexible tubes with three clamped compartments to keep substances separate until they are ready to be mixed in space. For this mission, SSEP received nearly 1,900 proposals, and a review board selected the top experiment from each community to launch into space.

Below are a few examples of student-led projects on this mission:

Mesa, AZ: The Growth and Mutation of Staphylococcus (epidermidis) Biofilm in Microgravity
Grades 4, 5, 9, and 12, Zaharis Elementary School, Red Mountain Ranch Elementary School, and Red Mountain High School of the Mesa Public School District
Students will study Staphylococcus epidermidis, a common type of infectious bacteria, in space. They will compare the growth of bacterial biofilms, clusters of bacteria that grow together on a surface, in microgravity and on Earth. Results could shed light on how to better protect astronauts from infectious bacteria in space. 

Lamont, CA: Effects of Microgravity on Spinacia oleracea (spinach)
Grade 8, Mountain View Middle School of the Lamont School District
This experiment will compare the germination of Spinacia oleracea (spinach) seeds in microgravity and on Earth. The nutritional value of spinach could benefit astronauts during space missions, and this project aims to identify differences in germination and nutritional content in microgravity.

Pickerington, OH: Effects of Microgravity on Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier
Grade 12, Pickerington High School North of the Pickerington Local School District
This team will study how well Liquid I.V., a powdered drink mix containing sodium, potassium, glucose, and micronutrients, hydrates in space. The project will compare hydration levels in plant cells in microgravity and on Earth. Liquid I.V. could help keep astronauts better hydrated during spaceflight, where there is a limited amount of water.

Grantsburg, WI: Will Microgravity Have an Effect on the Growth and Development of Brine Shrimp?
Grade 9, iForward Public Online Charter School of the Grantsburg School District
The project will observe the growth and development of brine shrimp—a food source for several fish species and an environmental monitoring tool—in space. The team hypothesizes that brine shrimp, which cope well with changing environmental conditions, will grow bigger in microgravity.

Sandy, UT: Nematodes to the Rescue! Space Worms as an Integral Component of Space Agriculture
Grade 10, Hillcrest High School of the Canyons School District
Students will examine how well two types of nematodes infect an insect host in microgravity. Entomopathogenic nematodes are parasites that kill their insect hosts using symbiotic bacteria in their gut. These eco-friendly worms are used widely in agricultural pest control and may be a practical solution to control insect pests when growing crops in space.

Several participants have shared how SSEP led them to consider STEM careers, get into their college of choice, and even earn scholarships. Elizabeth Miller, a ninth grader in Mesa’s community, said the process has transformed her education. “It has greatly strengthened my research, writing, presentation, teamwork, and leadership skills,” said Miller.

In Grantsburg, Wisconsin, ninth grader Victor Morris said, “Participating in the program gives us a feel of what being an actual scientist is like. Sending brine shrimp to space makes having a career as a space engineer seem a lot closer and a lot more realistic.”

“One of the common threads that we hear from teachers is that this was the most difficult and most rewarding STEM program they’ve ever done,” added Goldstein. “Through SSEP, we see that students change their view of what science and STEM actually are, and many students say, ‘Yes, I want to consider this as a career.'”

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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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PONeill@ISSNationalLab.org 

 

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Corero Network Security Appoints Adrian Crawley as VP of International Sales to Accelerate Global Expansion

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LONDON, May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Corero Network Security (AIM: CNS) (OTCQX: DDOSF), the distributed denial of service (DDoS) protection specialists, today announced the appointment of Adrian Crawley as Vice President of International Sales—a strategic addition to its leadership team aimed at accelerating Corero’s global growth and deepening its presence in key international markets.

Crawley brings a wealth of experience from senior roles at leading cybersecurity firms, where he has consistently driven high growth, built dynamic sales teams, and expanded market presence. He began his career focusing on channel and service provider strategies in the application delivery space, before transitioning into leadership positions that steered the adoption of DDoS security solutions throughout Northern Europe. His tenure in identity security saw him guide regional operations through a period of hypergrowth and a successful public offering. He also led global sales initiatives for a cybersecurity testing firm, and most recently scaled regional sales operations across EMEA for a zero-trust segmentation provider.

“I’m excited to join Corero at such a pivotal time for the business,” said Adrian Crawley. “What attracted me to the company was the strength of its product, the strategic value of its partnerships, and the passion of its people. These three pillars—product, partnerships, and people—are what truly sold me on Corero’s potential and vision for growth.”

“Adrian’s appointment comes at a time when Corero is poised for its next phase of international growth,” said Carl Herberger, Chief Executive Officer at Corero Network Security. “His track record in driving revenue, scaling regional operations, and building strategic alliances makes him uniquely equipped to help us penetrate new markets and reinforce our leadership in existing ones. We’re thrilled to welcome him aboard as we expand our global footprint and bring advanced DDoS protection to more organizations worldwide.”

Crawley’s appointment underscores Corero’s commitment to international markets, reflecting the importance of forging strong regional relationships while delivering world-class DDoS protection to customers and partners globally.

About Corero Network Security
Corero Network Security is a leading provider of DDoS protection solutions, specializing in automatic detection and protection solutions with network visibility, analytics, and reporting tools. Corero’s technology protects against external and internal DDoS threats in complex edge and subscriber environments, ensuring internet service availability. With operational centers in Marlborough, Massachusetts, USA, and Edinburgh, UK, Corero is headquartered in London and listed on the London Stock Exchange’s AIM market (ticker: CNS) and the US OTCQX Market (OTCQX: DDOSF).

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Hidden Road’s Abu Dhabi Entity Secures In-Principle Approval from ADGM

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ABU DHABI, UAE, May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Hidden Road today announced that its ADGM entity, Hidden Road Partners CIV (AD) Limited, has received In-Principle Approval (IPA) from the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of ADGM to operate as a regulated financial services firm. Pending final regulatory approval, Hidden Road will be authorized to offer clearing and prime brokerage services across its global suite of traditional and digital asset products to institutional investors in the UAE.

“Receiving our IPA from ADGM marks a significant milestone for our business,” said James Stickland, UAE CEO, Hidden Road. “ADGM’s high regulatory standards make it a key market for institutional growth.”

The IPA underscores the firm’s ongoing commitment to global compliance and transparency across traditional and digital asset markets. This milestone builds upon Hidden Road’s growing network of regulatory approvals, certifications and licenses:

Hidden Road Partners CIV NL B.V. is licensed as a MiFID investment firm and as a Crypto-Asset Service Provider (“CASP”) by the Netherlands Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM);

Hidden Road Partners CIV UK Limited is authorized as an AMLD5 and MiFID investment firm by the UK Financial Conduct Authority; and

Hidden Road Partners CIV US LLC is a Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC)-registered Futures Commission Merchant (FCM), a Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)-member broker-dealer, and a member of the National Futures Association (NFA) and Fixed Income Clearing Corporation (FICC).

“Our goal from day one has been to equip clients with seamless access both to traditional and digital markets,” said Noel Kimmel, President at Hidden Road. “We continue to actively pursue regulatory approvals around the world to deliver on that commitment, recognizing the confidence and transparency that follows when operating under clear regulatory frameworks.”

Arvind Ramamurthy, Chief of Market Development at ADGM, said, “ADGM congratulates Hidden Road on receiving its IPA from the FSRA to operate as a regulated financial services firm. The expansion of their services within the international financial centre is a testament to the immense opportunities available within Abu Dhabi. We look forward to Hidden Road receiving their Financial Services Permission (FSP) and their contribution to ADGM’s dynamic ecosystem.”

Hidden Road’s IPA from ADGM’s FSRA follows its recent definitive agreement on April 8, 2025, to be acquired by Ripple, a leading provider of digital asset infrastructure for financial institutions, for $1.25 billion. With the backing of Ripple’s significant balance sheet, Hidden Road will exponentially expand its capacity to service its pipeline and become one of the largest non-bank prime brokers globally. The deal is expected to close in the coming months, subject to regulatory approvals.

About Hidden Road

Hidden Road Partners is the global credit network for institutions, enabling seamless access to traditional and digital markets. Conflict-free and built on a modern technology stack, we remove complexity and cost in prime brokerage, clearing and financing. For more information, please email info@hiddenroad.com.

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Edthena Named One of the ‘World’s Top EdTech Companies’ by TIME Magazine and Statista

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Organizations reviewed and scored more than 7,000 companies based on industry impact and financial strength.

SAN FRANCISCO, May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Edthena, a leading provider of innovative technologies to support professional learning for educators, was named one of the World’s Top EdTech Companies of 2025 by TIME Magazine and Statista. Now in its second year, this list recognizes companies that develop and provide educational technologies, products, or services. After researching more than 7,000 companies worldwide, a total of only 350 companies—including Edthena at #268—were selected for this prestigious award.

“To be in the top four percent of all the edtech companies researched, as well as one of only 138 United States-based companies to make the list, is a huge honor,” said Adam Geller, CEO of Edthena. “For us, this validates the impact of our technology in enhancing professional learning, boosting teacher retention, and, ultimately, improving student outcomes in today’s classrooms.”

For nearly 15 years, Edthena has helped accelerate educator growth and achievement by providing innovative tools to support professional learning across schools, districts, and teacher education programs.

AI Coach by Edthena is an adaptive, first-of-its-kind solution that uses conversational artificial intelligence to support teachers as they work through coaching cycles. Using the secure platform, teachers independently reflect on their practice and set near-term goals as part of a self-paced module that mirrors the instructional coaching process. The AI-driven coach offers tailored strategies for improving core teaching practices, as well as for implementing Science of Reading strategies.

The VC3 video coaching platform allows K-12 educators to seamlessly collaborate with colleagues—whether in the classroom or on the go. Accessible on any device, VC3 enhances professional growth with real-time feedback and intuitive tools that drive improved teaching practices and support school-wide progress.

Additionally, the Edthena Organization Libraries help districts scale best practices by offering video examples of great teaching in action featuring their own teachers, making professional learning more personalized and effective.

To learn more about Edthena, visit www.edthena.com.

About Edthena

Edthena provides innovative technologies to support educator professional learning by streamlining feedback to teachers. The company offers the AI Coach platform, an artificial intelligence-driven solution to guide teachers through coaching cycles; VC3, the classroom observation and collaboration platform for video coaching; and Edthena Organization Libraries, a platform for schools and districts to curate and share best-practice teaching videos. Edthena is the recipient of numerous awards from organizations such as SIIA, District Administration, and Tech & Learning. For more information, visit www.edthena.com. For more news about Edthena, visit www.edthena.com/blog/.

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Christine Lynch, Edthena, 1 4109759638, christine@kehcomm.com, www.edthena.com 

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