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Mayo Clinic Chief Information Officer: 'Privacy, ethics and safety are at the forefront of Mayo Clinic's work with generative AI and large language models'

Mayo Clinic, a renowned healthcare organization, is among the first to participate in Microsoft's 365 Copilot Early Access Program. Mayo Clinic's Chief Information Officer, Cris Ross, emphasizes the importance of privacy, ethics, and safety in their utilization of generative AI and large language models. The goal is to leverage AI-powered technology to advance healthcare transformation and prioritize patient care excellence.


President of UMMS: 'This is an exciting time for everyone in the xenotransplantation field'

Faculty-Scientists and Clinicians at the University of Maryland Medical System have successfully performed the second xenotransplantation of a pig heart into a patient with end-stage cardiovascular disease. The surgery, which took place on September 20, marked a significant milestone in the field of xenotransplantation.

Google Search Trial: DOJ lawyers commend Russian regulatory approach

Legal and industry insiders are raising their eyebrows following the third day of arguments in the antitrust trial against Google when Department of Justice (DOJ) attorneys seemed to highlight and praise the Russian government’s approach to the regulation of search engines.

PTCB CEO William Schimmel: 'It's no surprise that pharmacy technicians are actively working on solutions to mitigate drug shortages for their patients'

According to a recent online survey conducted by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB), nearly 96 percent of Certified Pharmacy Technicians (CPhTs) with PTCB's Supply Chain and Inventory Management Certificate reported experiencing drug shortages in their pharmacies. PTCB CEO William Schimmel commended pharmacy technicians for their proactive efforts in addressing these shortages and highlighted their essential role in healthcare delivery.

Monopoly on Search? Like it or not, switching from Google is not hard

In the wake of the Department of Justice's antitrust suit against Google, a New York Times column by Brian Chen set out to demonstrate the real-world implications of one of the government’s key allegations that Google makes it too hard to choose an alternative search engine. However, real-world people don’t seem to share Chen’s or the DOJ’s concern.

Hospitality RFPs: How one AI platform is helping save money

Restaurants have hundreds of options when it comes to point-of-sale (POS) systems alone. Chris Abrams, the director of innovation for Dewey's Pizza, said his company used Olive, a collaborative software for technology solutions, to streamline its RFP process and select the best vendors to meet its business needs.

Principal Investigator of the MATCH project Felicity Baker: 'We are working to create a better everyday life for people living with dementia'

The University of Melbourne has announced that its music-based app, MATCH, aimed at aiding dementia patients with agitation behaviors, will receive a $1.3 million grant from Google. The app, which harnesses the therapeutic potential of music, will use wearable sensors and AI-driven music adaptive systems to identify early signs of agitation behaviors and offer music-based interventions to regulate mood. The project, known as Music Attuned Technology - Care via eHealth (MATCH), aims to create a better everyday life for people living with dementia.

Greater Fort Wayne Chamber of Commerce hosts Maximize Your Membership | Intro to GFW Inc. & Member Benefits

Join us for Maximize Your Membership, an event designed to help new and existing members of Greater Fort Wayne Inc.

La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership announces Boys & Girls Clubs of La Porte County's Blue Bash Gala Returns in 2023

It’s time to break out the navy, aqua, cerulean, cyan, cobalt and royal blue! Boys & Girls Clubs of La Porte County (BGCLPC) invites the community to attend its second annual Blue Bash gala on Friday, November 10.

Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce hosts SWIC Butterfly Festival

Spend the day outdoors with Flutter Farm’s Butterfly Festival at Southwestern Illinois College Red Bud Campus.

Indy Chamber of Commerce hosts Business Ownership 101

The Business Ownership 101 workshop, conducted in partnership with Ivy Tech Community College, outlines four critical stages of business development with a focus on customer relations and market research, and operations and cash flow management.

La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership announces Single Program Tickets Available for PNW Sinai Forum

The Purdue University Northwest (PNW) Sinai Forum’s 70th season premieres with former politician and university president Mitch Daniels on Sept. 17.

Atul Gawande: 'This historic price reduction will broaden access to this life-saving drug and keep us on the path to end TB by 2030'

The Stop TB Partnership said on Aug. 30 that its Global Drug Facility (GDF) has initiated price reductions of up to 55% on bedaquiline, a vital medication used in the treatment of drug-resistant tuberculosis (DR-TB).

La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership announces Northwest Health to Present September HealthyU Event Don't Let Asthma Take Your Breath Away

Did you know that approximately 1 in 13 Americans have asthma?* And that asthma is the leading chronic disease in children?

La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership announces The 29th Door Village Harvest Festival

The 29th Door Village Harvest Festival will be held on Saturday, September 9, 2023 and Sunday, September 10, 2023 from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. at Scipio Township Park, 3501 W. Joliet Road, in historic Door Village.

La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership announces Purdue University Northwest Expanding Doctoral Degree Offerings with Doctor of Psychology

Purdue University Northwest (PNW) received approval from the Indiana Higher Learning Commission (ICHE) to offer advanced degrees in Psychology, pending further approval by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).

La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership announces PNW to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Series of Events

Purdue University Northwest (PNW) will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a variety of cultural and academic events that honor the rich history, diversity and culture of the Latino communities.

Solomon: 'Tom brings extensive financial services and risk management experience, with over 35 years in the industry'

The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. revealed on July 20 that Thomas K. Montag has been selected as an independent director of the board, which started on July 17. Additionally, Montag will join the Audit, Governance, and Risk Committees of the board in his role as a director, according to a press release by Goldman Sachs.

Bank of America head: 'The data from our report tells two stories – one of balance growth, optimism from younger employees and maintaining contributions, contrasted with a trend of increased plan withdrawals'

Bank of America published its Q2 2023 Participant Pulse on Aug. 8, revealing a rise in average 401(k) balances by $7,250 (9.6%) since the close of 2022. The report additionally noted a rising trend of 401(k) participants initiating withdrawals from their plans, according to a press release.