<![CDATA[Pressat Main Newswire]]> https://pressat.co.uk/category/education-human-resources/ <![CDATA[Pressat Main Newswire]]> https://pressat.co.uk/media/site/logo.png https://pressat.co.uk/category/education-human-resources/ en-gb Copyright: (C) Pressat Pressat <![CDATA[ New P25 Multiprotocol Portable from Tait Communications Promotes Safer Communities with DMR Interoperability ]]> https://pressat.co.uk/releases/new-p25-multiprotocol-portable-from-tait-communications-promotes-safer-communities-with-dmr-interoperability-0c06f9eb742ba85587fec041abb92727/ https://pressat.co.uk/releases/new-p25-multiprotocol-portable-from-tait-communications-promotes-safer-communities-with-dmr-interoperability-0c06f9eb742ba85587fec041abb92727/ Wednesday 27 March, 2024

A new portable radio from Tait Communications provides improved communications between public safety and other community organizations, enabling rapid, efficient coordination and making our communities safer.


The new TP9900 rugged portable radio from Tait is designed to easily connect communities where the local law enforcement and other first-responder agencies are using a radio standard called P25 while other organizations such as schools and universities, airports, highway control, utilities and public transport providers are using a radio standard called DMR. This mix of land mobile radio technologies is common in North America and Asia-Pacific.


A further complication to widespread interoperability is that different user groups often will be operating on different radio frequencies. Now, however, a police force can set up a fleet of TP9900 portable radios so its officers can talk to the security teams, teachers and administrative staff at all schools in their district, as well as talk to neighboring police and other first-responder agencies such as ambulance and fire.



That’s because the new TP9900 is built to speak in three radio “languages” (P25 and DMR digital as well as in analog) and can access a wide spectrum of radio frequencies. In industry-speak it’s called multiprotocol, multiband.


Tait Communications Product Manager Bob Shepheard says, "Our focus has been to keep the operation simple for users, changing between P25 or DMR or VHF or UHF is as easy as changing channels. Customers don’t need to worry about which frequency or protocol the radio uses, and can just focus on which channels are the right ones for different groups of users or situations."


The portable radio also includes features such as Over-The-Air-Programming (OTAP) and Over-The-Air-Rekeying (OTAR) for encryption management and is configurable to operate on any combination of VHF, UHF and 700/800MHz and 900MHz spectrum bands.


The TP9900 is being demonstrated at IWCE 2024 in Orlando, Florida, March 27-28, and will be available from mid-2024.

Safer Communities with P25 and DMR OperationDuring emergencies and critical events, multiple organizations cooperate to coordinate effective response efforts. Communications are essential for the coordination efforts, but unfortunately first responders often face many challenges in interagency communication. Different organizations may operate on different frequency bands and radio standards based on their specific needs

P25 is the dominant Public Safety communications technology in North America, Oceania and is also used in many other countries around the world. However, DMR technology is widely used by the local government, utilities, schools and other organizations in these regions. More effective communication between these organizations would significantly improve safety outcomes for the community, but there is no inherent interoperability between the P25 and DMR standards.

By supporting both P25 and DMR standards, the new Tait TP9900 enables communication between police and fire agencies with other Public Sector organizations, including schools, utilities, local government, surf lifesaving, coastguard and transportation. With improved coordination between agencies, first responders are able to respond quickly, ultimately contributing to the safety of the community.

Tait Product Manager Bob Shepheard says, "Our focus has been to keep the operation simple for users, changing between P25 or DMR or VHF or UHF is as easy as changing channel - they don’t need to worry too much about which frequency or protocol the radio uses, and can just focus on which channels are the right ones for different groups of users or situations."

Seamless Multiband PerformanceConnect across all your bands from one dynamic portable. The TP9900 Multiband Portable is configurable to operate on any combination of VHF, UHF and 700/800MHz and 900MHz bands. Flexible and simple ordering and deployment of single, dual, and multiband operation at time of purchase. Bands are not locked and can be reconfigured at any time.

Rugged, Lightweight, Ergonomic DesignExperience the lightest P25 & DMR multiband portable radio on the market with high capacity battery and compact design. Bridge communications between agencies, or roam between network coverage areas, without the need for several bulky devices.

The TP9900 features an enhanced ergonomic radio grip and controls for easy operation with or without gloves. The distinct radio controls can be easily adjusted by officers without needing to look down. Full Featured P25 and DMR CapabilitiesOver-The-Air-Programming (OTAP) makes it easier to optimize and upgrade your fleet features without having to physically connect to each radio. OTAP is supported over P25 and DMR trunked networks, or WiFi can be used to program radios that operate in any mode - conventional or trunked, analog or digital.

The TP9900 shares the same features as TP9600 and TP9800 P25 portables, such as Over-The-Air-Rekeying (OTAR) for encryption management via conventional or trunked P25 networks. The TP9900 also shares the same features as TP9500 and TP9700 DMR portables - DMR Tier 2 conventional is a standard feature and DMR Tier 3 Trunking is optional. MPT1327 capability also comes as standard for connection to any older analog trunked systems.

All TP9000 series portables share the same audio accessories, batteries and chargers, making it easier to upgrade radios and retain existing accessories, or to operate a fleet with a mix of TP9000 models.

Why Choose TP9900 Multiprotocol Multiband Portables?The TP9900 features the same Tait Tough build, connectivity options, enhanced work safety, and exceptional audio that our clients expect from the Tait 9000 series, with added P25 & DMR multiband capability in one portable. To learn more about Tait TP9900, follow Tait Communications LinkedIn or Facebook for more updates on this exciting product.Want to know more?Features and details on Tait TP9900 Multiband Portables can be found here on the Tait website.




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<![CDATA[ Pioneering a new era in recruitment: how Microsoft is powering SThree's Technology Improvement Programme ]]> https://pressat.co.uk/releases/pioneering-a-new-era-in-recruitment-how-microsoft-is-powering-sthrees-technology-improvement-programme-755eeae1c420038c582184c884933317/ https://pressat.co.uk/releases/pioneering-a-new-era-in-recruitment-how-microsoft-is-powering-sthrees-technology-improvement-programme-755eeae1c420038c582184c884933317/ Tuesday 26 March, 2024

SThree, the leading STEM-specialist staffing group, is announcing a collaboration with Microsoft that will power its industry-leading Technology Improvement Programme. Through the deployment of a robust suite of advanced, seamlessly integrated technologies, which includes AI capabilities, the initiative will not only reshape the role of recruiters but foster a new standard of client collaboration all while enhancing the candidate experience.


This strategic initiative marks not just an evolution at SThree but a reinvention of recruitment dynamics. Leveraging end-to-end integration with Microsoft's cutting-edge platforms and technologies, including Dynamics 365, Azure AI, Azure Analytics, Azure SQL, Azure Compute, Azure Containers, Azure Security, Microsoft 365, and the Microsoft Power Platform. This move propels the SThree Group and its stakeholders into a new era defined by efficiency and excellence.


The program goes beyond the notion of a mere system upgrade; it represents a strategic reimagining of SThree’s operations, blending the Group’s specialist STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics) recruitment expertise with Microsoft's advanced systems integration. At its core, this will empower SThree's people by refining its recruiters' daily tasks, allowing for greater personal interactions, and building the sector-specific knowledge that is core to the Group’s expertise.


The integration of Microsoft's solutions is designed to make SThree’s operations smarter. This technological upgrade simplifies many behind-the-scenes tasks, like finding and training consultants, making deals with clients and handling billing. It represents a step change in how efficiently SThree works, creating a more responsive environment.


The collaboration between SThree and Microsoft focuses on four key areas:


Accelerating Digital Integration: This collaboration is incorporating digital tools and automated practices into SThree’s daily operations. Creating Market Solutions: using data-driven talent algorithms through Azure analytics, customised career platforms using the Microsoft Power Platform and flexible workforce tools driven by Dynamics 365 to transform talent management, SThree will be able to match individuals with the right opportunities even more efficiently.Enhancing Data Analysis and Visualisation: The integration of Azure Analytics and Microsoft 365 software, SThree will be transforming how it interprets and utilises data enabling more informed decision-making, while sophisticated visualisation will help uncover sector insights and trends, significantly impacting strategic planning.Promoting Responsible and Ethical Technology Use: Ensuring that SThree's workforce adopts digital technologies, including AI, through Azure AI, in a manner that is both ethical and responsible.

Timo Lehne, CEO of SThree, emphasises the transformative impact of the collaboration:


“Working with Microsoft is about more than simply improving our data and integrating AI; it involves embedding a robust spectrum of advanced technologies deep within SThree's framework. By working so closely with Microsoft in this Technology Improvement Programme we have the strategic aim of empowering our recruiters to work in a more empowered and informed way, thereby offering unmatched service to our clients and candidates.


Incorporating AI and innovative tech will not only sharpen the precision and pace of aligning talent with opportunities but also provide our people with the essential tools to excel in today's dynamic job market.”


Chris Perkins, General Manager, Enterprise Commercial, Microsoft UK, added “We are excited to collaborate with SThree. Together, we are enabling SThree to leverage the power of AI to create a future where technology seamlessly integrates with human expertise to transform the way recruiters, clients, and candidates experience the world of STEM staffing.”


This initiative marks a pivotal evolution for SThree, fusing Microsoft's technological innovation with the Group’s extensive recruitment acumen and STEM sector expertise. In this pursuit, SThree clients are poised to experience a staffing journey that is not only enhanced and precise but also deeply customised, driven by the forefront of technology and enriched by human insight. This advancement solidifies SThree's commitment to shaping a future where every staffing solution is as unique and dynamic as the clients it serves.




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<![CDATA[ MAJOR NEW SCIENCE MUSEUM GALLERY EXPLORES RAPID ENERGY TRANSITION NEEDED TO LIMIT CLIMATE CHANGE ]]> https://pressat.co.uk/releases/major-new-science-museum-gallery-explores-rapid-energy-transition-needed-to-limit-climate-change-4ce22ac50271b32bcc3a2e9ea450b4ba/ https://pressat.co.uk/releases/major-new-science-museum-gallery-explores-rapid-energy-transition-needed-to-limit-climate-change-4ce22ac50271b32bcc3a2e9ea450b4ba/ Tuesday 26 March, 2024

Tuesday 26 March 2024


STRICTLY EMBARGOED UNTIL 00.01AM, TUESDAY 26 MARCH
MAJOR NEW SCIENCE MUSEUM GALLERY EXPLORES URGENT ENERGY TRANSITION NEEDED TO LIMIT CLIMATE CHANGE
Today a major new gallery examining the rapid energy transition and decarbonisation needed globally to limit climate change opens at the Science Museum; Energy Revolution: The Adani Green Energy Gallery features historic and contemporary objects and engaging digital exhibits that highlight how we can journey towards a low carbon world; The free gallery showcases how the world can generate and use energy more sustainably, highlighting technologies and projects from the UK and abroad - from hydrogen power on Orkney to terracotta air-cooling façades in India and solar farms in Morocco; The gallery encourages visitors to reflect on past energy transitions and the pioneers who dreamed what might be possible, while imagining the energy use that will shape our low carbon future.

Energy Revolution: The Adani Green Energy Gallery Ticketed; FREE


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sciencemuseum.org.uk/energy-revolution


Today the Science Museum opens a major new gallery dedicated to one of the greatest challenges of our time, exploring how the world can generate and use energy more sustainably to urgently decarbonise global energy systems and limit dangerous climate change. Through striking displays of contemporary and historic objects, engaging digital exhibits and specially commissioned models, the gallery shows how the past, present and future of energy systems are shaped by human imagination and innovation and explores how we all have a role to play in deciding our energy future.   


The free gallery examines this century’s defining challenge through the lens of imagination across three sections. In Future Planet, visitors can examine how climate scientists use mathematics and complex computer-based models to understand our planet, and what these tell us about the range of climate futures that might lie ahead. In Future Energy, technologies - and the people behind them - that are reimagining how energy is supplied and used today are highlighted alongside historic artefacts which provide a longer view of the energy transition away from fossil fuels. Our Future looks forward to a new world that is being dreamt up, with children’s creative ideas of how the world will meet its future energy needs displayed with expert responses to them.


At the centre of the gallery, uniting science and art, is an art commission Only Breath, a kinetic sculpture that moves and blooms, stretching to around 5 metres in diameter when unfurled. Created by artists Alexandra Carr and Colin Rennie from Torus Torus Studios, the sculpture was made from repurposed mirrors, recyclable stainless steel and windblown wood and signifies the power of nature to inspire technological change.


Vital low-carbon technologies for the energy transition, from nuclear, hydrogen and solar to wind and tidal power, are explored in Future Energy. On display for the first time is a huge quadrant from the Zero Energy Thermonuclear Assembly (ZETA), a nuclear fusion experiment created in the late 1950s by British scientists who imagined a world filled with abundant energy thanks to nuclear fusion. Visitors can study part of a later fusion experiment, the Mega Amp Spherical Tokamak (MAST) which operated in Oxfordshire until 2013, and enjoy a view inside the record-breaking Joint European Torus (JET) fusion machine where scientists are experimenting to create a fusion-powered future. Visitors can also examine the complexities of nuclear power and consider if nuclear fission could meet growing energy needs. On display are models of made by Rolls-Royce of a small modular nuclear reactor, which may power more of our homes in the future, alongside part of a real (but non-radioactive) canister used for storing nuclear waste in the UK.


Every hour the Sun sends more energy to Earth than we use in a year. Yet to use this solar energy, it must be captured and distributed to where it’s needed. The objects on display showcase the sheer variety possible with solar power, from a model of a solar-powered classroom which supports schoolchildren and local communities in India and Uganda to the towering 5m tall parabolic solar trough mirrors used on huge solar farms to concentrate sunlight and generate electricity, and a model of the Xlinks ship built to lay a 4,000 km long cable to supply the UK with electricity from Moroccan solar and wind farms. An interactive game designed for the gallery invites visitors to solve challenges at solar installations across the world.


The Scottish islands of Orkney are playing an important role in the energy transition, with abundant wind and tidal energy being harnessed to develop an innovative hydrogen economy. Visitors can see a model of hydrogen and renewable energy projects on the islands, from floating offshore wind and tidal turbines to the world’s first large-scale green hydrogen plant, and watch a film featuring the people and places behind these pioneering projects. On display for the first time is a vast 7m long tidal turbine blade made by Orbital Marine Power. Used on a 63-metre-long, 500-tonne vessel in 2016, this prototype blade helped generate enough electricity to power a thousand homes thanks to the strong tidal flows around Orkney. Visitors can also ponder the potential of hydrogen to support our future energy needs while looking at the hydrogen electrolyser used in South Yorkshire to split water and generate hydrogen in the UK’s first hydrogen refuelling station.


Oliver Carpenter, Lead Curator of Energy Revolution: The Adani Green Energy Gallery at the Science Museum, said: ‘This gallery shares contemporary stories of individuals, organisations and communities all imagining the future of low-carbon energy, but it also spotlights some of the earliest ideas and technologies created by the imaginations of previous generations. By taking a long view of the energy revolution and showcasing impressive technologies of the past, alongside today’s low-carbon options, we hope to inspire visitors to imagine a low-carbon energy future.’


It was by imagining a world powered by electricity that American inventor Thomas Edison created the world’s first public electricity network in London in 1882 and established how electricity is supplied to this day. On display for the first time are rare surviving Edison tube mains cables which made this feat of engineering possible and transformed the way we live. Electrification has a long history and visitors can marvel at the first electric taxi, the elegant black and yellow Bersey cab hailed by Londoners in 1897, and one of the first rechargeable batteries made in 1860. In 1893 the dazzling vision of an electrically lit future became a reality as thousands of electric lamps like one on display lit up the Chicago World’s Fair. These remarkable innovations remind us that major change is possible and that many of the technologies needed to achieve this low-carbon energy transition already exist.


The gallery also explores the challenge of energy storage and ensuring consistent access to power when it’s needed. Visitors can balance supply and demand in an interactive game based on the National Grid and examine a variety of batteries used to store energy, from familiar AA alkaline and hearing aid batteries to chemical batteries that power electric vehicles and satellites. They can also play with a working model of a gravity battery, which uses falling heavy weights to generate electricity.


Low-carbon vehicles are appearing all around us, but transformed infrastructure, increased electrification and low-carbon fuels will be needed to decarbonise transport further. Visitors can see a bicycle from the largest urban bike sharing scheme in the world, the Hangzhou Public Bicycle scheme in China, alongside an early public electric car charging post installed in London in 2006. Also on display is a canister for synthetic aviation fuel from British company Zero and the Royal Air Force, which undertook the world’s first flight powered by 100% synthetic kerosene in 2021.


The Future Energy section looks at the building and construction industries which also need to decarbonise. On display are traditional adaptation techniques, such as the 3m high CoolAnt passive air-cooling façade from India that reduces dependence on powered air conditioning, and unusual building materials, including a ‘urine bio-brick’ developed by the University of Cape Town that sets hard at room temperature. Visitors can also see heat pumps, which use electricity to concentrate heat from the ground or air and deliver it into homes, and are likely to become increasingly common in UK houses as gas-powered boilers are replaced.


The museum is on course to welcome three million visits in the year ending on 31 March with more UK visitors than ever before, including 1 million children visiting with their schools or families among the record 2.25 million domestic visits.


Sir Ian Blatchford, Director and Chief Executive of the Science Museum Group, said: ‘In a week when we’re celebrating a record 2.25 million visits by UK residents to the museum, including a million children, this stunning gallery offers even more to ignite curiosity among the millions who will visit in the year ahead – provoking important conversations about the urgent need for the world to generate and use energy more sustainably. Our curators have created an inspirational experience, supported by hundreds of people from artists to those involved in acquiring, conserving and transporting vast objects safely into the gallery, and of course vital funding from our generous sponsor Adani Green Energy.’


Our understanding of climate change is founded on projections of how Earth’s systems will change in the future. These projections are made possible because of vital long-term global observational data from instruments that show how our planet is changing. In Future Planet, visitors can watch a film exploring the application of computer models to improve understanding of climate impacts in the global south, focussing on a collaborative project involving the Met Office in the UK and the University of the Witwatersrand in South Africa and browse a mass display of instruments from the Science Museum Group Collection used to observe and measure the climate on land, in the air and at sea. These include an air-sampling flask used for observations of atmospheric carbon dioxide based on Charles David Keeling’s original design, rain and wind gauges and the Advanced Along-Track Scanning Radiometer, a satellite-based scientific instrument which takes precise observations of sea surface temperature from space.


The gallery’s Title Funder is Adani Green Energy, a major Indian renewables company. Mr. Sagar Adani, Executive Director said, 'The Science Museum has put together the world’s best curated gallery on energy transition. As one of the world’s largest renewable energy companies, we are dedicated to making progress towards net zero – and there is no greater resource in the fight against climate change than education. Through the sponsorship of the gallery, we aim to inspire young minds, scientists, and innovators to imagine a future powered by clean energy and build a carbon-free world. It is an initiative to stimulate their interest, curiosity and awareness, and encourage their active participation in creating clean technologies. The gallery brings together the global community to enable the shift towards energy efficiency, clean energy adoption and carbon emissions reduction. We hope the museum’s millions of visitors learn about the vital importance of renewable energy in tackling climate change.'


In Our Future, the gallery encourages visitors to imagine the future, and use their creativity as a powerful tool for generating knowledge, stimulating innovation, and shaping decisions about how we live. This section features a digital installation showing children’s ideas and scientific experts’ responses to them. It also displays a decarbonisation tracker so that visitors can see how the UK is performing on its low carbon journey.


Energy Revolution was designed by award-winning architect and design studio Unknown Works, who also designed the solar-powered classrooms featured in the gallery. A key element of the gallery’s sustainable design was the repurposing of more than 200 redundant metal shelves from the Science Museum’s former object store in west London to create an innovative modular design to display objects in the gallery. Aluminium was also used where possible as it can be easily recycled, with energy efficient LEDs used to light the gallery. The gallery’s digital screens and lighting is also turned off when the museum is closed to reduce energy consumption. The gallery’s carbon footprint has been monitored and together these actions will help reduce the carbon emissions from creating and opening the gallery.


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NOTES TO EDITORS


For further information and interview requests, please contact William Dave through pressoffice.SCM@sciencemuseum.ac.uk , or 020 7942 4886. You can download high-res images of the new gallery here.


About the Science Museum


The Science Museum is part of the Science Museum Group, the world’s leading group of science museums that share a world-class collection providing an enduring record of scientific, technological and medical achievements from across the globe. Over the last century the Science Museum, has grown in scale and scope, inspiring visitors with exhibitions covering topics as diverse as robots, codebreaking, cosmonauts and superbugs. The Science Museum was named a winner of the prestigious Art Fund Museum of the Year prize for 2020. www.sciencemuseum.org.uk. Follow on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.


Engaging people with humanity’s greatest challenge – the fight against devastating climate change – is a major priority for the Science Museum Group alongside reducing the impact of our own activity as we work towards achieving net zero by 2033. The new gallery is part of the Group’s climate focused public programme, which includes our free Climate Talks series that has been watched by tens of thousands of people and featured more than 70 global leaders, experts, activists and campaigners. More information about sustainability and the Science Museum Group is available on our website.


 About Adani Green Energy Limited


Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) is India’s largest and one of the leading renewable energy companies in the world, enabling the clean energy transition. AGEL develops, owns, and operates utility scale grid-connected solar, wind and hybrid renewable power plants. With a locked-in growth trajectory up to 21.8 Gigawatt (GW), AGEL currently has an operating renewable portfolio of over 9.5 GW, the largest in India, spread across 12 states. AGEL is credited with developing several landmark renewable energy power plants, the latest being the world’s largest wind-solar hybrid power cluster of 2,140 Megawatt (MW) in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. The company has set a target of achieving 45 GW by 2030 aligned to India’s decarbonization goals. AGEL is focused on leveraging technology to reduce the Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE) in pursuit of enabling largescale adoption of affordable clean energy. AGEL’s operating portfolio is certified ‘water positive for plants of more than 200 MW capacity’, ‘single-use plastic free’ and ‘zero waste-to-landfill’, a testament to the company’s commitment of powering sustainable growth. visit: www.adanigreenenergy.com.




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https://www.sciencemuseum.org.uk/ 26 Mar 2024 00:05:03 GMT Education & Human Resources Entertainment & Arts Environment & Nature Manufacturing, Engineering & Energy
<![CDATA[ JOINRS closes a €1.7 million investment round ]]> https://pressat.co.uk/releases/joinrs-closes-a-eur17-million-investment-round-a66960affa4b3f6dd5ca1c72e0d8fc94/ https://pressat.co.uk/releases/joinrs-closes-a-eur17-million-investment-round-a66960affa4b3f6dd5ca1c72e0d8fc94/ Friday 22 March, 2024

21st March 2024 - The startup JOINRS, a new AI based job board that puts the university students and junior profiles in front of the big corporations, has recently finished receiving the latest round of investment of 1.7million Euros and launched its service now in the UK!



The capital received will be utilized primarily for the acceleration and the internationalization of JOINRS, which already has developed a community of over 650,000+ users ready to use the platform so that they can have a step closer in the world of work.


Thankfully the achievement of receiving such investment has also been given to the startup due to the great performance shown at the Web Summit 2023 in Lisbon, which has also been considered one of the top 10 best startups in the world. Here is the video pitch video pitch


Moreover, not only the startup aims to promote the company into becoming more of a global brand, by starting already the process in 2023 (which sees the presence of the firm in countries such as Italy, UK, Spain, Portugal and Brazil), but the aim is also to continue to invest in the JOINRS AI, an AI tool developed by the company that is able to read on behalf of the users the job descriptions.


We are talking about a “Game Changer”, which in 2023 has generated +125% of candidates to job offers, allowing the community (of over 650,000 users) to have the opportunity to be in touch directly with these big corporations in search of the best strategies of Talent Acquisition and Employer Branding.


JOINRS will continue to also push their growth by opening new offices across Europe and by hiring new team members, which will obviously bring new resources to the firm.


“Our objective is to make JOINRS become the primarily solution and point of reference at an international level for the new students and graduates when they start their new career. Thus, with the recent funding we have received, we have the intention to consolidate this position at an international level” Says Gabriele Giugliano, co-founder and CEO of JOINRS. “In a few months we managed to attract over 150,000 new users. We are determined in continuing in growing our platform and community by improving and making easier and more efficient the process between the users getting into the world of work, and, at the same time, allowing corporations in finding the best junior talent.


Joinrs is a start up that has the intention to be the point of reference between the digital meeting of students, recent graduates and young professionals with companies, active in Italy, UK, Spain, Portugal and Brazil.


Currently JOINRS is being used by over 130+ corporations including AXA, Danone, Heineken, Unilever, PwC, Accenture, Siemens, Mazars, Generali and LIDL, which all have the possibility to innovate their process of Talent Acquisition by getting suitable candidates on their job postings thanks to the compatibility match provided by the Joinrs AI.


There are over 2000+ recruiters of companies that utilise JOINRS to find talent and insert them organically. For more information visit: www.joinrs.com




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<![CDATA[ White paper reveals dilemma at the heart of many business “diversity drives” ]]> https://pressat.co.uk/releases/white-paper-reveals-dilemma-at-the-heart-of-many-business-diversity-drives-9057ad7e4e25725b812bd08fa34917a8/ https://pressat.co.uk/releases/white-paper-reveals-dilemma-at-the-heart-of-many-business-diversity-drives-9057ad7e4e25725b812bd08fa34917a8/ Wednesday 20 March, 2024
New research by Urban Synergy shows pupils at schools with higher than average levels of free school meal recipients aspire to work in professional careers in the CityHowever, those same children have varying levels of confidence and role models available to help them find work in the financial, energy and technology sectorsUrban Synergy today published a white paper Ethnic Diversity & Youth Empowerment - The Business case for Youth Empowerment in response to this researchThe white paper calls on companies seeking to increase social mobility to grow ‘pipelines’ as well as ‘recruit’ their way to diversity

[20th March] A white paper by the charity Urban Synergy has uncovered a dilemma for companies wishing to increase the number of people from ethnic minorities and disadvantaged backgrounds in their workforces and on their boards.While many FTSE500 and large companies are making progress on this front, the white paper argues that they risk increasingly looking to graduates from elite schools to sit on their non-executive boards, rather than cultivating new executive Talent.Download White PaperThe white paper Ethnic Diversity & Youth Empowerment - The Business Case for Youth Empowerment published today says companies seeking to increase social mobility cannot simply ‘recruit’ their way to diversity from the same Talent pools.The charity that has helped 27,000 young people access education and work through its unique model of mentoring and ‘work-readiness’, is calling for companies to take a dual “top down” “bottom up” approach to their Talent strategies.“Ultimately, a dual approach - bringing young people into their organisations through apprenticeships and work experience as well as recruiting from Russell Group Universities - will help firms,” says David Craig, Chair of Urban Synergy’s Corporate Advisory Board.


“We need to guard against the ‘golden skirts’ scenario that happened when business woke up to the fact that women were woefully under-represented on boards. Rather than nurturing women and bringing them through their ranks to be executive talent, companies appointed the same women to non-executive roles on more and more boards.”

The white paper says a dual approach to social mobility and diversity will enable businesses to:


reach the recommendations of the EY-Parker Report,prepare for the findings of the FCA’s consultation on diversity & inclusion to be published this year, andbuild pipelines of Talent at the executive level.

“Nurturing talent from under-represented groups will increase companies’ access to raw talent, drive retention through loyalty, create an authentic pipeline, and save companies money in the long run,” says Leila Thomas, CEO of the charity Urban Synergy.The charity has worked with multiple corporate partners and sponsors from the worlds of media, technology and finance since its inception in 2006.“Our strategic partners, include Citi, DMGT, Dynamic Planner, Goldman Sachs, London Stock Exchange Group, Sony PlayStation, UK Power Networks and WTW. They are all investing in their long-term interests by bringing young people in via our charity. They have the best of both worlds, recruiting top talent from elite universities and nurturing top talent from different backgrounds,” says Leila Thomas.Urban Synergy research also shows that when young people do work experience, their desire to work in major companies leaps to over 90%.The Future Outlook: Next Gen Access to City Jobs Survey by Urban Synergy, of 600 pupils at schools with higher than average free school meal recipients, in 14 London boroughs shows:


While 85% of pupils surveyed are aware of professional opportunities, only 49% are interested in applying for a career in places like the City of LondonWhen you look at the survey respondents self-identifying as Black this rises to 64% while White respondents record 38% interest in City jobsWhen asked if work experience would make them more interested, some 79.4% thought it wouldThis figure jumps to 90% when young people actually spend time in professional settings with work-ready preparationConfidence: Just over half of all young adults are confident of their chances of getting a job in the City, this is slightly lower (by 1%) if you are BlackRole Model: Just over half of all young adults know someone in the City, but that figure is lower for Black young adults
About Urban Synergy

Urban Synergy is a charity founded in 2007 that has helped more than 27,000 young people in the UK get into work and higher education through mentoring.


Introducing them to mentors and career role models, the charity inspires, guides and ignites the ambitions of students and young people aged 9-24 years of age.


The Founder Leila Thomas (shown below) and her team connect individuals to outstanding mentors and industry-leading companies that will help them see how their skills fit into the workplace, gain confidence, and access opportunities, as they take their first steps towards career success.


Find out about Urban Synergy


https://urbansynergy.com/For media enquiries, contact Victoria Silverman on +447711331127 or email media@urbansynergy.com


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<![CDATA[ 'PLANT ONE TREE' IN 'ONE-CLICK' TO CELEBRATE WORLD PLANTING DAY AS INTERNATIONAL ANIMAL RESCUE SHARES SUCCESSFUL MANGROVE PLANTING RESULTS ]]> https://pressat.co.uk/releases/plant-one-tree-in-one-click-to-celebrate-world-planting-day-as-international-animal-rescue-shares-successful-mangrove-planting-results-62ed42df41d651e23f74024177c92b2d/ https://pressat.co.uk/releases/plant-one-tree-in-one-click-to-celebrate-world-planting-day-as-international-animal-rescue-shares-successful-mangrove-planting-results-62ed42df41d651e23f74024177c92b2d/ Wednesday 20 March, 2024

International Animal Rescue (IAR), through its holistic conservation programme, IARconserves, is pleased to share the successful results of its recent mangrove planting activity. World Planting Day on 21 March is the perfect day to celebrate these results and highlight their mission to expand the IARconserves Tree planting initiatives further.


In Sungai Besar Village, Matan Hilir Selatan District, Ketapang Regency, Indonesia, through


its implementation partner YIARI, IARconserves
organised a community-based mangrove restoration project. A party of 18 dedicated individuals worked tirelessly over three days to plant 1,750 mangrove seeds, primarily dominated by Rhizophora species. These efforts covered a total area of 1,385 square meters, contributing significantly to the restoration of coastal ecosystems.


Talking about the success of the project, Gavin Bruce, CEO of International Animal Rescue, said: "Our mangrove planting activities not only aim to restore vital coastal habitats but also empower local communities and support biodiversity conservation. The mangrove forests provide a buffer that protects low-lying coastal farms from storm surges and sea level rise. Through our tree planting efforts, we ensure that IARconserves projects align with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by protecting coastal communities, regenerating ecosystems and mitigating climate change."


Furthermore, International Animal Rescue is delighted to announce its partnership with Running on Plants to further support its tree-planting initiatives. Together, they aim to enhance reforestation efforts in Indonesia and beyond to protect coastal areas and their wildlife.


Gavin added, "We would love for everyone to plant just one tree with us to mark World Planting Day. It's effortless; just one click on the link, and we will do the rest. It's about the cost of a cup of coffee on World Planting Day and taking a positive step for future generations." https://bit.ly/IARPlantATree


As World Planting Day approaches, IAR invites individuals worldwide to Plant a tree today and join its award-winning and inspiring reforestation programme https://bit.ly/IARPlantATree


You can help spread awareness of plants' critical role in mitigating climate change and preserving biodiversity. By supporting initiatives like mangrove restoration and tree planting, everyone can contribute to building a safer and more sustainable planet for future generations.


You can plant a tree here https://bit.ly/IARPlantATree. For more information on International Animal Rescue's conservation efforts, please visit https://www.internationalanimalrescue.org.

Why are mangroves important?


Mangroves are a unique coastal forest which plays a vital role in maintaining the health and protection of coastal ecosystems. They also help to support local economies and safeguard biodiversity. By protecting and restoring mangrove habitats, we can ensure the sustainability of coastal communities and address global environmental challenges.


Mangroves are a critical part of the coastal ecosystem and provide a range of benefits:


Coastal protection from erosion and storms.Habitat for diverse plant and animal speciesCarbon sequestration to mitigate climate changeNutrient cycling for water purificationSupport for fisheries and livelihoods

About International Animal Rescue


International Animal Rescue (IAR) is an award-winning animal protection and conservation organisation. IAR's vision is a world where humans and animals coexist in sustainable ecosystems. The mission is to build awareness and implement effective systems so that habitats and animals are protected.


IAR not only saves animals from suffering but also rehabilitates and releases them back into the wild and works to protect their precious natural habitats. IAR's work includes cutting free and caring for captive bears in India and Armenia, rescuing and rehabilitating orangutans and other primates in Indonesia and treating injured and orphaned howler monkeys in Costa Rica. Wherever possible, wildlife is rehabilitated and returned to the wild. For animals that are not viable for release, sanctuary care is provided. The reintroduction of rare and endangered species back into the wild serves to support populations that could otherwise become unviable.


While rescue is often necessary to deal with the immediate issue, IAR's holistic conservation programme, IARconserves, is focused on the root cause. By building innovative initiatives alongside communities, it is possible to deliver a positive long-term impact on people and nature.


https://www.internationalanimalrescue.org/




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<![CDATA[ Shepton Mallet Prison Charity Abseil ]]> https://pressat.co.uk/releases/shepton-mallet-prison-charity-abseil-b66e8197cdc661090194cb7476bbfc24/ https://pressat.co.uk/releases/shepton-mallet-prison-charity-abseil-b66e8197cdc661090194cb7476bbfc24/ Tuesday 19 March, 2024

This summer, SOS Africa in partnership with Shepton Mallet Prison and Aardvark Endeavours, opens its gates not to confine, but to liberate, as it hosts a ground-breaking charity abseil event on the 15th and 16th of June, 2024. The event, set against the backdrop of the prison's 400-year history, offers participants a unique opportunity to abseil from the roof of the prison's workshop building, all in the spirit of raising funds for the SOS Africa children's charity.


The event, which coincides with Father's Day weekend, promises to be an unforgettable experience for families and individuals alike. Participants will have the rare chance to explore the infamous prison workshop, venture across its walkways, and take in the expansive views from the rooftop before making their descent. It's an ideal challenge for both seasoned abseilers and first timers, offering a unique way to confront fears and bond with loved ones.


Joel Campbell, CEO of Shepton Mallet Prison, expresses his enthusiasm for the event, stating, "We are honoured to collaborate with SOS Africa for this exhilarating event. Transforming a space historically associated with limitation into one of liberation and opportunity symbolises our commitment to positive community engagement and support for charitable causes."


SOS Africa's history of hosting engaging and impactful events, including the memorable 'Nominate an Inmate' initiative which raised over £60,000, has paved the way for this latest adventure. The charity's past abseil challenges at iconic venues such Glastonbury Festival Pyramid Stage, Wells Cathedral and King Alfred’s Tower have captivated participants across the Southwest, making this event at Shepton Mallet Prison highly anticipated.


Matt Crowcombe, Founder of SOS Africa, shares his excitement: "Returning to Shepton Mallet Prison for this special event is a thrill. Working alongside the prison team, we're set to offer an experience that not only challenges participants but also deeply connects them with the local heritage, all while supporting a noble cause."


To join this much-anticipated event, participants are required to secure their spot with a £20 deposit and commit to a fundraising goal. With options for both adults and children, it's a fantastic way for everyone to contribute to a great cause, experience the thrill of abseiling, and engage with the rich history of Shepton Mallet Prison.


For more details or to sign up, please visit https://www.sosafrica.com/shepton-mallet-prison-charity-abseil
or contact Event Organiser Matt Crowcombe at matt@sosafrica.com. Don't miss this unique opportunity to make a difference and create lasting memories at one of Somerset's most iconic landmarks.




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<![CDATA[ The Good Eating Company's Supper Club Delivers Key Insights on Cultivating Workplace Culture and Connection ]]> https://pressat.co.uk/releases/the-good-eating-companys-supper-club-delivers-key-insights-on-cultivating-workplace-culture-and-connection-bd0b9a64af393b3923d09e7fb9f4647d/ https://pressat.co.uk/releases/the-good-eating-companys-supper-club-delivers-key-insights-on-cultivating-workplace-culture-and-connection-bd0b9a64af393b3923d09e7fb9f4647d/ Monday 18 March, 2024

The Good Eating Company's Supper Club Delivers Key Insights on Cultivating Workplace Culture and Connection


The Good Eating Company (GEC), a leader in providing exceptional dining experiences for corporate catering, recently hosted an insightful Supper Club event, bringing together industry experts from the financial, professional and fin-tech sectors to delve into the intricacies of fostering a thriving workplace culture. The event, held earlier this month, sparked engaging discussions and yielded valuable takeaways on organisational culture and employee engagement.


Key learnings from the event include:


Defining Culture: Attendees engaged in a thought-provoking discussion on the definition of workplace culture. The conversation emphasised the importance of aligning cultural ideals with lived experiences in the day-to-day operations of businesses. It was noted that culture encompasses a myriad of elements, including diversity and inclusion, healthy managerial relationships, employee benefits, and transparent communication.


Food as an Enabler of Connection: A standout topic of conversation revolved around the role of food in fostering employee wellbeing and engagement. Attendees acknowledged the significance of offering food as a benefit to employees and its impact on enhancing workplace culture. The high-quality food offerings provided by GEC sparked interest in leveraging food as a permanent benefit to promote employee wellbeing and organizational care.


Leadership's Role: The role of leadership in shaping culture was a focal point of the discussions. Participants underscored the significance of HR leadership in driving productivity, reducing turnover, and fostering internal knowledge. The importance of aligning leadership perceptions with HR functions and prioritising employee experiences at all levels of decision-making was emphasised.


Measuring Success and Skills Development: The dialogue explored the challenges of measuring success and skills development within organizations. Attendees discussed the importance of balancing technical proficiency with "soft skills" development and the impact of these skills on organisational culture. The necessity of clear communication and alignment on performance expectations across the business was highlighted.


The Supper Club facilitated by The Good Eating Company provided a platform for meaningful discussions and insights around cultivating a positive workplace culture. As businesses continue to prioritise employee engagement and wellbeing, the importance of fostering connections and nurturing a supportive environment remains paramount, and through good food is one of the ways in which to do this.




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<![CDATA[ Businesses left high and dry – one week on, has the chancellors budget done anything? ]]> https://pressat.co.uk/releases/businesses-left-high-and-dry-one-week-on-has-the-chancellors-budget-done-anything-c2fcf88a0e6911368ebd165659f530e7/ https://pressat.co.uk/releases/businesses-left-high-and-dry-one-week-on-has-the-chancellors-budget-done-anything-c2fcf88a0e6911368ebd165659f530e7/ Saturday 16 March, 2024

Speculation around the chancellors’ spring budget has run rampant since the calendar year changed. Business leaders and owners across the country will have been waiting eagerly to hear what was said. For many, business rates were top of the agenda. Several leading trade bodies even co-wrote a letter
to the Chancellor, urging him to use the predicted inflation rate of 2% to set the standard multiplier, rather than the September 2023 rate.

Chancellor’s budget disappoints those hoping for leniency in business rates

Although it was announced in November, that the standard multiplier will increase was re-confirmed on the 6th of March. From the 1st
of April, commercial properties with rateable values (RV) of over £51,000 will see an increase in their business rates at a rate of 6.7%. This is in line with the September 2023 inflation rate. Over triple what the CPI inflation rate for the second quarter of 2024 is predicted to be (2%).


Tax cuts were a predictable certainty. Which taxes however, seemed to be up for debate. A further cut to the National Insurance (NI) tax seemed like an odd choice. Especially as the 2023 autumn budget’s NI tax cut came into effect from January. As we head towards the inevitability of a General Election, it became quite clear that decisions made in this spring budget were about building the government’s voter base. Such decisions and policies continue to be focused on the individual, and not businesses. Experts predicted that a further tax cut of 1% would cost £4.5 billion. The actual NI tax cut of 2% will cost around £10 billion to fund.


While the cut in NI tax is good for individuals and businesses (as it could ease the burden of tax a company pays on NI per employee each month), it is also these businesses who will be stung by the 6.7% increase. Effectively wiping the board with any potential benefit from the NI cut.


RVA Surveyors estimate that using the 6.7% inflation rate will add over £1.5 billion to business rates tax bills from April.

Anchor stores face higher outgoing costs than many independent retailers. And with the cost-living-crisis, these costs have become astronomical. While inflation does seem to be slowing down, this has had little effect on their outgoing costs.


“This is the second increase in just 12 months – and at nearly 7% as well. While an increase in the multiplier could have been expected or reasoned by a lot of people, it doesn’t mitigate the fact that already at the beginning of this rating list, the multipliers were not lowered as per usual. And now somehow businesses are expected to accept another increase to an already historically high tax.” Anthony Hughes, Managing Director at RVA Surveyors said.


Local authorities and councils do distribute reliefs and help to eligible businesses. Yet larger businesses can often be exempt from this or are more heavily restricted. For example, the Retail Hospitality and Leisure relief (RHL) has cap of £110,000 across the entirety of estates. For many larger businesses, this relief is not enough to offset upcoming increases.


“This increase is yet another burden for commercial property owners and tenants as they navigate ever-changing and unstable markets for the majority of industries.” Hughes added, “Business owners and leaders have every right to be angry. Especially larger businesses, who are only eligible for minimal support.”


Small and medium companies do have a wealth of support available to them. However, this does not mean that it is enough to combat the challenging landscape facing businesses and individuals who are monitoring every penny.


For a lot of businesses, the upcoming business rates hike will be their second increase in just twelve months; leaving many to ponder if this will be their last straw.




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<![CDATA[ CitizenLab Introduces Groundbreaking AI Assistant to Revolutionize Community Engagement ]]> https://pressat.co.uk/releases/citizenlab-introduces-groundbreaking-ai-assistant-to-revolutionize-community-engagement-e3efcffd81b78ca29c4d3df30fd38f9c/ https://pressat.co.uk/releases/citizenlab-introduces-groundbreaking-ai-assistant-to-revolutionize-community-engagement-e3efcffd81b78ca29c4d3df30fd38f9c/ Thursday 14 March, 2024

Brussels, February 23, 2024 – In an innovative leap forward for local governance, CitizenLab is proud to announce the launch of its AI-powered Sensemaking module on February 22. This pioneering tool is set to transform the landscape of community engagement by offering an unprecedented level of efficiency and accuracy in processing public feedback.



The AI Assistant is designed specifically for local governments overwhelmed by the volume of community input. Through advanced AI technology, it scans, organizes, and reports on thousands of resident responses quickly and accurately, enabling decision-makers to act on community feedback with unparalleled speed.


Cambridge's Success Story: A Testament to Efficiency


The City of Cambridge has already experienced the transformative power of the AI Assistant. "Thanks to the AI assistant, we saved about 10 hours, or 50%, in the analysis phase... The tool’s accuracy in summarizing the community’s feedback was remarkable,” reports Esther Pickard, Digital and Web Product Manager at Cambridge. This efficiency represents a significant step forward in making community engagement more manageable and meaningful.


The Future is Here


CitizenLab's vision is clear: to harness AI to make local governments more self-sufficient and their engagement with communities more impactful. Sensemaking is just the beginning.


“As we launch the CitizenLab AI-powered Sensemaking, we’re not just introducing a new product; we’re redefining what’s possible in community engagement. This tool embodies our commitment to innovation, offering local governments a way to cut through the noise and connect with their communities more effectively than ever before. It’s a leap towards making public decision-making not only more efficient but also more meaningful.” said Wietse Van Ransbeeck, the CEO of CitizenLab.


For a demonstration of the AI Assistant and to learn more about how it can benefit your community engagement efforts, visit https://www.citizenlab.co/sensemaking.


About CitizenLab


CitizenLab is a leading provider of community engagement solutions for local governments. Our mission is to make public decision-making more inclusive, participatory, and responsive.




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<![CDATA[ Rise in suspected drug deaths in Scotland underlines importance of drug education in reducing demand and harms ]]> https://pressat.co.uk/releases/rise-in-suspected-drug-deaths-in-scotland-underlines-importance-of-drug-education-in-reducing-demand-and-harms-feb3cf86352826ebb21b9c17145e9e1d/ https://pressat.co.uk/releases/rise-in-suspected-drug-deaths-in-scotland-underlines-importance-of-drug-education-in-reducing-demand-and-harms-feb3cf86352826ebb21b9c17145e9e1d/ Wednesday 13 March, 2024

Data from Police Scotland has shown a 10 per cent rise in suspected drug deaths, with 1,197 reported for 2023 compared to 1,092 in 2022. The figure for under 25s is almost unchanged between the two years, with 54 in 2023 compared to 55 in 2022.


Fiona Spargo-Mabbs OBE, founder and director of the drugs education charity the DSM Foundation, commented:


“Seeing these figures rise yet again is heartbreaking from both a personal and professional perspective. As a mum with lived experience of losing a child to drugs, I know something of how much of a hole each one of these individual lives will have left for those that love and have lost them. As the director and founder of a drug education charity committed to reducing drug-related harm, this is another sad reminder of how vital it is to ensure all young people across Scotland have access to effective, evidence-based drug education, that equips them to face decisions about drugs more safely, and reduces the risks and harms drugs can cause, both in the short and longer term. We know young people are exposed to drugs on an increasingly regular basis as they move through their teens, both in real life and on social media, just at the stage of their lives when managing risk is never harder, especially when they’re with their friends. Making sure the drug education young people in Scotland are getting is as good as it possibly can be must be right at the heart of all the wider work going on to prevent drug-related harm, and any response to these tragic figures.


Having provided three successful tours of our Theatre in Education production of our commissioned play by Mark Wheeller, ‘I Love You, Mum – I Promise I Won’t Die’, in schools across Scotland over the last two years, we’re so pleased to be piloting our multi-component drug education programme in nine schools across the Grampian region this academic year, with funding from Scottish Government, Police Scotland, local authorities and schools. Every school has been being provided with interactive workshops for students, webinars for parents and carers, training for staff, drug education lesson plans and resources for teachers to use in Personal and Social Education (PSE), our Youth Ambassador programme, and a performance of our play that tells Dan’s story. The evaluation of this pilot programme that Aberdeen University is working on will be shared at a dissemination event in June, and following this we very much hope to be able to provide our programme resources much more widely to schools and communities across Scotland.


Prevention, with drug education as a core part of that, takes time to demonstrate its impact on numbers like this, but without it being firmly embedded in any response to drug-related deaths we’re likely to see these numbers keep going in the wrong direction, and more families robbed of those they love, which isn’t what any of us want.”


Information for editors:


The DSM Foundation was established in 2014 following the death of 16 year old Daniel Spargo-Mabbs from an accidental overdose of ecstasy. His family felt that he simply hadn’t known enough to be able to make decisions that would keep him safe, and realized there was a huge gap in the resources and support available to schools, so set up the charity in order to spare other families going through what they had experienced.


The aim of the DSM Foundation is to provide young people with relevant, age-appropriate, up to date and evidence-based information about drugs so they develop the skills to make choices that will keep themselves and their friends as safe as possible. To this end, the charity does a lot of work in schools, colleges and community organisations with children and young people, and also provides workshops for parents and caregivers, and training for school and college staff – the two groups shown by NHS survey data as the most likely sources of information about drugs and alcohol sought out by 11-15 year olds. Educational settings are also able to access “I Love You Mum, I Promise I Won’t Die”, a verbatim play by Mark Wheeller that was commissioned by the charity to tell Dan’s story in the words of his family and friends, through studying the work itself, or booking a Theatre in Education performance. Schools and colleges can also download age-appropriate, relevant, up to date and evidence-based drugs education resources free of charge from the DSM Foundation website for delivery by teachers through PSHE/PSE provision.


For more information about the DSM Foundation, go to https://www.dsmfoundation.org.uk/.


Media enquiries about this press release or the work of the DSM Foundation should be sent to media@dsmfoundation.org.uk




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<![CDATA[ Pandemic Lessons: Four years on from the pandemic, International Animal Rescue's 'One Health' Programme Makes Significant Steps in Preventing Animal-to-Human Disease Transfer ]]> https://pressat.co.uk/releases/pandemic-lessons-four-years-on-from-the-pandemic-international-animal-rescues-one-health-programme-makes-significant-steps-in-preventing-animal-to-human-disease-transfer-d31f2afd5e60219e3d622fcd4303e3aa/ https://pressat.co.uk/releases/pandemic-lessons-four-years-on-from-the-pandemic-international-animal-rescues-one-health-programme-makes-significant-steps-in-preventing-animal-to-human-disease-transfer-d31f2afd5e60219e3d622fcd4303e3aa/ Wednesday 13 March, 2024

This week in 2020, The World Health Organization declared the COVID-19 outbreak a pandemic. Navigating the intricate web of challenges posed by poaching, wildlife trade, and zoonotic threats, International Animal Rescue's (IAR's) One Health programme emerges as a beacon of hope. Its goal is to prevent future pandemics through education in biodiversity conservation and smart wildlife trade regulation.


In the face of illegal and unregulated trade and the risk of disease transmission between humans and animals, this transformative initiative stitches together a tapestry of collaboration, communication, education and capacity building. The programme addresses the pressing issues of public health, wildlife trade, wild meat consumption, and environmental degradation by involving multiple stakeholders, divisions, and communities. The positive impact? A world where humans, animals, and the environment coexist harmoniously, safeguarded by the principles of the One Health approach adopted by International Animal Rescue's holistic conservation strategy, IARconserves.


Dr Wendi Prameswari, Senior Programme Officer One Health and Welfare at YIARI, IAR's implementation partners in Indonesia, whose team are putting the IARconserves
holistic conservation strategy into practice, said: "We are working closely with communities and actively educating them about the health risks associated with the trade and consumption of wildlife. The IARconserves One Health initiative works by raising public awareness and promoting community-led efforts that aim to reduce the risk of zoonotic diseases."


The team have also engaged key stakeholders involved in the management of markets selling live birds and other wildlife in Java and has begun to carry out targeted interventions. The programme facilitates cross-sectoral collaborations between a range of different groups, including veterinarians, environmentalists, and public health experts, to maximise its impact. By reducing the illegal and unregulated trade, as well as the consumption of wildlife, it is hoped that we can prevent another zoonotic pandemic and the devastation another outbreak would cause.


By targeting markets selling live wildlife with poor animal welfare standards and that lack proper sanitation and biosecurity, which pose high risks of disease emergence and transmission, IARconserves strives to improve conditions and change behaviours. The programme includes government capacity building, seminars and talk shows to raise awareness about rabies and other zoonotic diseases, the co-formulation of locally appropriate One Health Strategies for wildlife markets, vaccinations of over 650 animals for rabies, sterilising over 60 dogs and cats, and distributing educational materials to local communities.


"Reducing the likelihood of another viral spillover sweeping the world requires a fundamental change in how we interact with nature. It requires minimising health challenges at the human-wildlife-environment interface; eliminating transmission points where the likelihood of viral spillover to humans is high, such as unhygienic commercial wild animal markets; better regulation of the legal wildlife trade; diligently suppressing the illegal and unsustainable wildlife trade; and conserving natural habitats. We are working to raise public awareness and change perceptions towards trading and eating wildlife. We are pleased with the success so far, which shows if we continue to educate, we can change behaviours and prevent a future zoonotic-related pandemic." Said Gavin Bruce, CEO of International Animal Rescue.


To find out more about IAR's One Health programme, please visit 

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<![CDATA[ The Institute of Brewing and Distilling launches a short course on gin production ]]> https://pressat.co.uk/releases/the-institute-of-brewing-and-distilling-launches-a-short-course-on-gin-production-afe2211083bab2ab0aba309fcb9b1a36/ https://pressat.co.uk/releases/the-institute-of-brewing-and-distilling-launches-a-short-course-on-gin-production-afe2211083bab2ab0aba309fcb9b1a36/ Tuesday 12 March, 2024

This course gives distillers the knowledge and techniques essential for producing exceptional gin.


The Institute of Brewing and Distilling (IBD), the most widely recognised provider of technical education in the distilling industry, has launched a brand new, self-assessed and on demand technical course on Gin Production.


The Gin Production course is the latest in a hugely popular series of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) short courses for distillers. It is aimed at distillers working in distilleries of all sizes, who want to produce exceptional gin, consistently and at minimum cost.


The course provides essential knowledge and best practice for gin production at a commercial scale. It introduces the all-important gin botanicals and the unsung hero, neutral spirit. It provides an in-depth review of the current knowledge of gin flavour and the methods and technologies that can be used to optimise it in the distillery. It also explains how to assess and analyse gin and its ingredients.


This course has been developed in collaboration with leading distillers and spirits experts. These include:



Kirsty Black – Master Distiller, Arbikie Distillery
Chris Hepple – Head of Operations, Hepple Spirits Company
Meeghan Murdock – Distiller and Spirits Consultant
Hugh Holds – Distiller, Sensory Scientist and PhD Student
Renaldo Fourie – Master Distiller, DGB(Pty) Ltd.
Abhishek Banik – Head Distiller, Copper Rivet Distillery

The Gin Production course provides the same technical excellence found in all IBD qualifications, without needing to take a formal exam.


The course includes a downloadable PDF with technical information such as:


A summary of the key points of the courseDescriptors of all the important gin and botanical flavour compounds Key calculations for gin productionAn overview of stills and still operationGuidance on a structured approach to gin recipe development

The course features text, videos, animations, quizzes, and online games to help enhance learning. At the end of the course, learners receive a Certificate of Completion.


On this announcement, Stuart Howe, Technical and Development Manager, explains:


“This is the world’s first course providing in-depth scientific and technical information specifically about
gin production. It is written in collaboration with experts in the field and with the technical rigour and accuracy that you expect from the IBD. If you want to optimise your gin production process or add a brilliant gin to your product portfolio, then this is the course for you!”


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About the IBD


The Institute of Brewing & Distilling was originally established as The Laboratory Club in 1886. From inception, its mission has been to provide excellence in technical education for professional brewers and distillers and associated suppliers.


With four levels of globally recognised qualifications, the IBD caters for all types of professionals with a passion for brewing and distilling. Over 100,000 industry professionals have received their technical education with us. The IBD is a global institution with more than 3,000 members across 99 countries. Every year, around 4,000 professionals take our qualifications providing transformational outcomes both for individuals and their businesses.



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<![CDATA[ Zero Energy Devices to be Adopted into 6G Infastructure ]]> https://pressat.co.uk/releases/zero-energy-devices-to-be-adopted-into-6g-infastructure-5f5864efe6022e163cbd6bc3698961c8/ https://pressat.co.uk/releases/zero-energy-devices-to-be-adopted-into-6g-infastructure-5f5864efe6022e163cbd6bc3698961c8/ Friday 8 March, 2024

6G Communications will become more viable by adopting zero energy devices ZED in its infrastructure. In addition, many 6G business cases are based on it enabling client devices at the edge of its networks to be zero energy. Here ZED means more useful and sold in far larger numbers, from personal and professional devices to Internet of Things IOT nodes.


ZED are energy autonomous devices with particular attention on those that have much longer life and greener credentials, this usually implying battery-free. The industry chooses to include in the ZED definition those devices that are powered only by a whisper of electricity from a signal beam when in use. All are analysed in the new Zhar Research report, “6G Communications Zero Energy Devices ZED: Markets, Technology, Materials Opportunities 2024-2044”. Commercially-oriented, the 365-page report reveals your materials and device opportunities.


Primary author Dr Peter Harrop says, 

“With its higher frequencies and therefore shorter- range emissions, 6G will fail without empowering devices in the transmission path, mostly intelligent reflective surfaces IRS and reprogrammable intelligent surfaces RIS in difficult-to-access places calling for energy autonomy. On the other hand, 6G is promised to enable IOT to become a genuinely new, large market at last. That can only happen if the nodes are ZED because the envisaged numbers and locations are so challenging. In a later stage, 6G is intended to permit unpowered edge devices and maybe charge your phone as you use it. For any of these things, many new systems need to be adopted together with many new materials technologies. On the 20-year view, metamaterials and structural electronics will be particularly impactful in many ways but there is much more to this story.”

The report carefully explains all this including the implications of the large research pipeline right into 2024, distilling new roadmaps, forecasts, comparisons and appraisals. On-board multi-mode energy harvesting, ultra-low power electronics, structural supercapacitors and lithium-ion capacitors? It is all here, together with specification compromises and frugal new systems approaches such as ambient backscatter communications AmBC and how most of them can and will be combined. Your billion-dollar opportunity awaits.


Report structure


The 35-page Executive Summary and Conclusions is a quick read for those in a hurry, with follow-on pages giving 23 forecast lines as tables and graphs. See 20 key conclusions, the 20-year roadmap and many new infograms of the key trends, impediments and opportunities.


The 53-page Introduction embraces 6G basics, promises and threats. See challenges ahead such as its cost, runaway electricity consumption and frequency problems. There is a SWOT appraisal of 6G Communications as currently understood and a 6G general roadmap 2024-2044 then it focuses on ZED needs and opportunities in 6G Phase 1 and 2, illustrating such things as zero-energy device networks with wireless-powered RIS, ZED Machine Type Communications MTC and other ZED empowered 6G opportunities. Latest research references, many from 2024 close the chapter.


The rest of the report is a deep dive into the 6G ZED enabling technologies that are your business opportunity. They start with two chapters where certain technologies are impactful at both system and device level then three chapters are mainly concerned with device technology.


Joined-up world of IRS, RIS and metamaterials


Chapter 3 (38 pages) explains how 6G IRS are ZED and 6G RIS must be made ZED. Called, “6G ZED infrastructure and client device enabling technology: metamaterials, IRS, RIS, structural electronics” it is mostly about how metamaterials are enormously important here. They are the basis of IRS and RIS. They can increase the power from on-board photovoltaics in two ways. They can act as internal energy harvesting but there is more. What materials and construction are involved? All is explained with a profusion of latest research references and company achievements and intentions. Three SWOT appraisals concerning IRS, RIS and metamaterials end the chapter.


Enabling systems approaches


The 20 close packed pages of Chapter 4 are almost entirely involved in systems approaches making 6G ZED a reality for example by reducing or eliminating power requirements of client devices. Called, “6G ZED enabling technology: Simultaneous wireless and information transfer SWIPT, ambient backscatter communications technology AmBC, crowd-detectable zero energy devices CD-ZED”, it explains all this again with 2024 and 2023 references and intentions and the activity of named universities and companies.


Energy harvesting – the full choice


Now come detailed device technologies that must be brought to bear in combination because the challenges are formidable as greater functionality so often calls for more electricity, personal electronics and RIS, the most important devices in the propagation path, being notorious examples. Nothing less than many forms of energy harvesting combined into smart materials are needed together with other contributions covered in the other chapters. Most treatises pretend there are only a few harvesting options but here we need 117 pages because we address 13 of them in great detail. After all, 6G ZED may be buried in our bodies, operating underwater or otherwise challenged so the report considers even the new hydrovoltaics and the use of printed biofuel cells powering our smart skin patches all 6G connected, or such is the dream. Learn what mechanical and electromagnetic frequencies and what forms of heat are realistic to harvest, for example. Other modes? What forms of energy harvesting are already being combined in single devices? Again, analysis and many new references bring it all alive.


Ultra-low power electronics


Chapter 6. (63 pages) “Ultra-low power electronics and electrics to make 6G ZED more feasible” takes 31 pages to sweep through such things as ultra-low power “Lithionic” and 2 nanometer chips, wireless sensor networks with simplified specifications using less power and other approaches with, in research, ultra-low power radio modules and smartphones resulting.


Storage without batteries


The report then ends with the best battery-free energy storage options for 6G, notably supercapacitors and lithium-ion capacitors but there is more and again the structural formats come to the fore. Indeed, there is a close look at the considerable research on making dumb material such as the case of your device into energy storage and even storage with energy harvesting still without increasing space or weight. It is called, “massless energy” and it is of considerable importance for both 6G ZED infrastructure and client devices. Self-healing versions anyone?


Only the report, “ 6G Communications Zero Energy Devices ZED: Markets, Technology, Materials Opportunities 2024-2044” can efficiently lead you to that $1 billion opportunity. Maybe more. Including: 






Chapters 7SWOT appraisals 9Forecast lines 2024-2044 23Companies 105Infograms, tables, graphs 107Pages 365


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https://www.zharresearch.com/ 08 Mar 2024 12:48:27 GMT Business & Finance Computing & Telecoms Consumer Technology Education & Human Resources Manufacturing, Engineering & Energy
<![CDATA[ New Low Loss and Thermal Solutions Bring Huge Benefits to 6G Challenges ]]> https://pressat.co.uk/releases/new-low-loss-and-thermal-solutions-bring-huge-benefits-to-6g-challenges-603a5fadf1c43c63d7b96978673a4e03/ https://pressat.co.uk/releases/new-low-loss-and-thermal-solutions-bring-huge-benefits-to-6g-challenges-603a5fadf1c43c63d7b96978673a4e03/ Friday 8 March, 2024

6G Communications will bring huge benefits as long the challenges are solved. New low loss and thermal solutions are an essential part of this.


Dr Peter Harrop, CEO of analysts Zhar Research says, 

“A market of over $10 billion awaits you if you solve its needs for better low loss and thermal materials and structures for 6G. These opportunities arrive mostly from higher frequencies, more power-hungry, hotter infrastructure and smaller client devices.”

The commercially-oriented 318-page Zhar Research report, “6G Communications Low Loss and Thermal Materials and Structures: Detailed Technology Analysis, Roadmaps and 32 Market Forecast Lines 2024-2044” is your essential roadmap. The authors recommend that you consider both topics together because many of your potential partners, competitors and research sources are involved in both. Indeed, some emerging materials such aerogel silicas have uses for both purposes. No other report is as thorough, insightful or up-to-date on the two subjects. The information is constantly updated so you only get the latest.


Questions answered include:


Winning and losing chemistries and companies? Potential partners, acquisitions and emerging competition?20-year roadmaps of decision making, technical capability, adoption?Gaps in the market. The unsolved problems that are your opportunities? Phase One and Phase 2 evolution of 6G with materials, frequencies, functionality?Thirty-two 20-year forecasts of 6G low loss and thermal materials and their hosts?Preferred compounds, morphologies, devices, frequencies, active regions emerging?

The analysis is mainly presented as new timelines, infograms, SWOT appraisals, graphs, tables, 20-year forecasts and roadmaps. No nostalgia or academic obscurity but a wealth of latest research papers appraised and much further reading referenced for you to dig deeper if you wish.


The Executive Summary and Conclusions is sufficient in itself if your time is limited. It has 30 pages of choices, trends, possibilities, impediments, SWOT appraisals and technology comparisons and 20 primary conclusions. All the forecasts and roadmaps are in the 27 following pages, each as both tables and graphs with commentary.


Chapter 2 Introduction takes 38 pages to critically explain the 6G dream and reality and introduce a large number of the materials and the manufacturing technologies involved.


Chapter 3 at 58 pages is a core chapter of the report. Entitled, “Low loss materials and applications for 6G” It starts by explaining the important parameters for 6G dielectrics at device, board, package and reconfigurable intelligent surface RIS level. Understand the major changes in low-loss material choices from 5G to 6G. Here are thermoset vs thermoplastic vs inorganic compounds and the special cases of high resistivity silicon, phase change and electric-sensitive dielectrics for the arriving 6G THz frequencies and reasons for the increasing variety of dielectrics needed for 6G. Understand basic mechanisms affecting THz permittivity and seeking low loss through composites and porosity.


Permittivity 0.1-1THz for 19 dielectric families is displayed and compared plus dissipation factor 0.1-1THz for 16 dielectric families. The loss-frequency map is distilled into a choice of 14 families of low permittivity, low loss dielectrics for 6G against 5 criteria followed by detail. Infograms pull together the primary mentions of low loss and thermal materials in 6G research, the trend to integrated low loss materials for 6G and compromises with 6G low loss materials depending on format and application. They include, for example, polyphenylene oxide PPO, PPE, Noryl™ and why silica is one of the most popular porous options for 6G.


Understand low loss materials for 6G base stations and distributed equipment and the implications from traditional base station becoming ultra massive MIMO (UM-MIMO) for 6G even meta-radomes, low loss materials for reprogrammable intelligent surfaces in the propagation path and THz waveguides for 6G client devices, rooms and outdoors. Finally comes a SWOT appraisal of 6G low loss material opportunities. The nine-page Chapter 4. “Epsilon near zero ENZ materials and applications for 6G” explains that aspect.


Now comes a very comprehensive look at thermal materials for 6G. It starts with chapters on thermally conductive structure such as thermal interface materials and heat spreaders, depending on direction of heat dissipation because these are the largest commercial opportunity. In addition, evaporative, radiative and active and passive solid-state cooling and thermal insulation solutions are presented from the research pipeline and best practice for 6G applications.


46-page Chapter 5 opens the thermal material examination with “6G thermal management materials and applications: the big picture”. That is brought alive with 24-page Chapter 6. “Thermal management materials for 6G smartphones, IOT nodes and other client devices” followed by a speculative 18-page Chapter 7, “Wild cards for 6G thermal management: thermal metamaterial, thermal hydrogel, thermoelectric heat pump”. 17-page Chapter 8 concerns, “Solid state cooling” primarily meaning powered and unpowered smart materials that cool by being responsive and often multi-mode in function. This is because we believe that these should be more seriously considered by 6G developers, for example faced with at least ten times the power consumption and cooling requirement of 6G base stations compared to 5G. The report closes with 17 pages of Chapter 9 on, “Metamaterials for 6G communications” because these are involved in thermal management and other aspects.


The new report, “6G Communications Low Loss and Thermal Materials and Structures: Detailed Technology Analysis, Roadmaps and 32 Market Forecast Lines 2024-2044” is essential reading for materials and subsystem suppliers and investors and it has much to interest product integrators, equipment manufacturers, and others in the 6G supply chain.




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<![CDATA[ The Back-to-Front World of Electronics ]]> https://pressat.co.uk/releases/the-back-to-front-world-of-electronics-9fc84220bf1c82d79fc99902a57dce42/ https://pressat.co.uk/releases/the-back-to-front-world-of-electronics-9fc84220bf1c82d79fc99902a57dce42/ Thursday 7 March, 2024

For thousands of years, the Arabs have had sophisticated unpowered cooling of houses even via aquifers below. Contrast today’s vapor compression cooling that further heats cities that are already getting hotter from global warming. However, new solid-state cooling is being very slowly developed. It may last for 100 years and cause little or no local heating emulating and even combined with the ancient Arab structures. Back to the future - somewhat. See Zhar Research report, “Solid State Cooling Markets 2024-2044.”


The Pantheon has the world’s largest unreinforced concrete dome. It was dedicated in 128 C.E. It is still in use, with minimal maintenance. Some Ancient Roman aqueducts from the same time still deliver water to Rome today. They called for specification of something that would be needed for thousands of years and carefully-graded concrete without rusting rebar. That concrete exhibits not one but several self-healing mechanisms as newly appreciated in 2023 research - Science Advances 6 Jan 2023 Vol 9, Issue 1 DOI: 10.1126/sciadv.add1602. Today, civil engineers cannot get hold of such concrete but we do have hydroelectric dams, pumped hydro schemes and bridges lasting for 100 years or more.


Environmentalists block more pumped hydro despite it being ideal for compensating the long-duration intermittency of the wind and solar power that is now being adopted to save money and the planet. So we are installing large numbers of big lithium-ion batteries for our grids despite the fact that they cannot perform that long duration storage. Worse, those batteries die in only a few years, if they have not caught fire in the meantime.


Glamorous electronics is ugliest of all


Dr Peter Harrop, CEO of Zhar Research warns, 

“Worst is electronics. The most popular electronic devices in numbers are backscatter tags notably 64 billion passive RFID and anti-theft tags sold yearly, most with a microchip and none with a battery. They are disposable – typically trashed soon after deployment. They do last over 100 years – as microplastic pollution. The Ancient Romans would identify two mistakes – not being specified for long life and not being made for long life. They knew that long life beats the circular economy any day. “

Smartphones, electronic vehicles


New generations of wireless communications appear every ten years. Next up is 6G in 2030. We would therefore like to keep our phones for at least ten years and their short-lived, sealed-in, polluting lithium-ion batteries make that difficult. Cars, particularly the incoming robot ones, are really electronic devices. It is good that electric cars last about twice as long as the smelly, bang-bang versions but we really want something like the Singer sewing machine. They passed from grandmother to mother to daughter and many are still working after over 100 years.


Lack of self-healing electronics


Whereas there is some deployment of self-healing materials in engineering and particularly healthcare, they are rarely used for electronics. The medical sector is even heavily researching self-healing engineered living materials to help us live for 120 years. See Zhar Research reports, “Self-Healing Engineering Material Markets, Technology: 2024-2044” and “Self-Healing Healthcare Material Markets, Technology: 2024-2044”.


Long life electronics research badly needed


In electronics and electrical engineering, we need far more emphasis on long-life, battery-free technologies. See Zhar Research report, “Battery-Free Electrical Energy Storage and Storage Elimination MilliWh-GWh: Markets, Technologies 2024-2044”. Indeed, wherever possible, we must progress further to zero energy devices ZED as in Zhar Research report, “Zero Energy Devices ZED: Self-Powered and Backscatter-Powered Electronics and Electrics Markets, Technology 2024-2044”. A ZED example is the intelligent reflective surfaces IRS, in the transmission path of 5G and 6G Communications, which process and specularly reflect beams to more places without power or storage. Their magic metamaterials probably last 20 years or more.


Beyond them are reconfigurable intelligent surfaces RIS, that are electronically reconfigurable while in use. They are also based on metamaterials, here collimating, polarising and redirecting the beam, increasing range. Fully-active active versions will amplify and focus the beam, following targets and increasing range even further. All RIS can be energy independent with on-board energy harvesting. Ideally all that will be one laminar smart material that lasts 100 years – if only the specifications could be stable or the devices up-gradable. Unlikely.


Internet of Things


Some of the world’s largest companies trumpeted the Internet of Things IOT as trillion- dollar potential, with hundreds of billions of new units yearly, increasing global GDP by several percent. Like tulip mania and the dot com boom before it, that generated massive investment then bankruptcies and exits. We have the existing success of wireless sensors and LPWAN nodes deployed in tens of billions yearly and some rename these as “IOT” to cover their embarrassment.


However, the IOT dream was of something genuinely new and additional involving things-collaborating-with-things without human involvement at the time, each having wireless identification. You glimpse that in the excellent products of the companies within the EnOcean Alliance and 8Power with “no wires, no, batteries, no limits” for the necessary fit-and-forget. These devices variously incorporate actuators, microprocessors, transducers, supercapacitors and energy harvesting trending to multi-mode and life of perhaps 20 years.


To realise the IOT dream, researchers need to make “things collaborating with things” into solid-state materials with 50-100-year life and costs down by at least 80% in order to increase their sales 100-fold. Who is working on this?


6G Communication Phase 2, around 2035, is planned to galvanise IOT by enabling nodes without energy storage, thanks to those active Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces RIS in the transmission path. They will be operating edge computing devices by Simultaneous Wireless Information and Power Transfer SWIPT which is RFID backscatter on steroids. That will help get IOT node cost down by getting infrastructure cost up. Perhaps. See Zhar Research report, “6G Communications: Reconfigurable Intelligent Surface Materials and Hardware Markets 2024-2044". RIS are essential to 6G success but the IOT aspect is very speculative.


Gaps in the energy storage market


Supercapacitors have about four to ten times the life of batteries, cycle life being particularly outstanding. Where their poor energy density and self-leakage are a problem, the battery supercapacitor hybrid is rapidly taking business. Mostly, that means the lithium-ion capacitor LIC that Zhar Research predicts will become a larger value market because it has effectively infinite cycle life for most applications and a choice of ten to 30 times the energy density of a supercapacitor. LIC need minimal fire protection, temperature control and battery management systems and they are closely stackable in stark contrast to lithium-ion batteries. However, all these options are typically wet technologies, as are “long life” lithium thionyl chloride batteries, so life of more that 20 years is elusive. The electronics market needs 50-year compact energy storage and, for supercapacitors, better charge retention, yet there is almost no research on either.


Laggard


Meanwhile, supercapacitors and LIC are being adopted most eagerly by the electrical engineering industry (for trains, thermonuclear power, electromagnetic weapons, wind turbines, industrial robotics). See Zhar Research reports, “Lithium-Ion Capacitors & Other Battery Supercapacitor Hybrid Storage: Detailed Markets, Roadmaps, Deep Technology Analysis, Manufacturer Appraisal, Next Successes 2024-2044” and “Supercapacitor, Pseudocapacitor, CSH and BSH Hybrid Market Forecasts in 26 Lines, 110 Manufacturers Appraised, Technology Analysis, Roadmaps, Next Successes 2024-2044” www.zharresearch.com.


Harrop believes.

 “In electronics, we can only fix things when we are honest about problems. We must learn from civil, electrical and medical engineering. They are often ahead of us.”


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<![CDATA[ On World Book Day, International Animal Rescue Celebrates the Positive Impact of Literacy on Conservation in Indonesia ]]> https://pressat.co.uk/releases/on-world-book-day-international-animal-rescue-celebrates-the-positive-impact-of-literacy-on-conservation-in-indonesia-90b16ebf9a86e26ae58b49daa96365f2/ https://pressat.co.uk/releases/on-world-book-day-international-animal-rescue-celebrates-the-positive-impact-of-literacy-on-conservation-in-indonesia-90b16ebf9a86e26ae58b49daa96365f2/ Wednesday 6 March, 2024

As schools celebrate World Book Day on Thursday 7th March 2024, International Animal Rescue is making a positive change for its unique approach to improving conservation through literacy in Indonesia. 

Challenges such as child illiteracy persist, particularly among marginalised communities, and International Animal Rescue's efforts strive to ensure equitable access to education for all children, regardless of their background.


The literacy programme is part of International Animal Rescue's holistic conservation strategy, IARconserves. Spearheaded by Lia Aulia and her dedicated team, the IARconserves literacy programme has been instrumental in bridging the gap between education and environmental preservation in the forest-edge communities of Bukit Baka Bukit Raya National Park (BBBR NP) in Indonesia.


Lia Aulia, an AL-Haudl Ketapang Islamic College graduate and a passionate educator, shares her experiences working with the programme, highlighting the dire need for education in remote villages surrounded by dwindling forests.


Lia explains, "Our mission goes beyond traditional literacy efforts, aiming to address these communities' social and economic challenges. With approximately 80% of households living in poverty and limited access to education, healthcare, and transportation, many residents resorted to illegal logging as a means of survival. Recognising the urgent need for intervention, IARconserves initiated various initiatives, including scholarships, educational support, and training in alternative livelihoods."


The impact of these efforts has been profound, with a significant reduction in illegal nature impacting activities within the National Park and a newfound sense of empowerment among the local population.


Despite challenges such as the lack of school buildings and teachers, Lia and her team have been able to bring the joy of reading and environmental education to children who would otherwise have limited access to such resources.


Lia continues, "Every time I come with the team bringing reading and picture books, these children are thirsty for stories. They asked us to read the stories in the books, and they loved to draw. They are also excited whenever we teach about environmental knowledge by playing directly in the forest."


By promoting literacy and environmental awareness, these programmes not only empower individuals but also contribute to the preservation of vital ecosystems. Increasing reading habits in Indonesia has the potential to significantly enhance the quality of education and learning outcomes.


As we celebrate World Book Day, let us remember the transformative power of literacy and its crucial role in shaping a sustainable future for future generations. You can find out more about our programmes for children and young people here: https://www.internationalanimalrescue.org/our-work/people




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<![CDATA[ VOICES OF HOPE’S ACTIVE BREATHING COURSE (ABC) LOOKS TO TACKLE THE IMPACT OF ONGOING RESPIRATORY DISEASE AND BOOST MENTAL WELL BEING. ]]> https://pressat.co.uk/releases/voices-of-hopes-active-breathing-course-abc-looks-to-tackle-the-impact-of-ongoing-respiratory-disease-and-boost-mental-well-being-d41967084951666d6be09b5eece2b990/ https://pressat.co.uk/releases/voices-of-hopes-active-breathing-course-abc-looks-to-tackle-the-impact-of-ongoing-respiratory-disease-and-boost-mental-well-being-d41967084951666d6be09b5eece2b990/ Tuesday 5 March, 2024

Voices of Hope, the Kingston upon Thames based charity, today announced the launch of its informative Active Breathing Course (ABC) website.


The six-week online course, launched in 2021, is designed to help people recover from long-term respiratory conditions and manage their fatigue, stress and anxiety levels. It is NHS approved and is guided by specialist professional tutors.


Having run more than 60 courses, in the three years since its inception, ABC has 9 expert tutors and has impacted over 600 lives.


89% of participants found the course very helpful/helpfulmore than 60% said that they had seen a great or good improvement in their overall breathing capacity.

Whilst the course came about in response to the devastating symptoms of long-Covid, the courses now help people with a range of ongoing respiratory illnesses, as well as benefitting those struggling with anxiety disorders[i].


Voices of Hope CEO, Sarah Clay, BEM explains:


“Respiratory disease affects one in five people and is the third biggest cause of death in England. Not only does it have a distressing impact on the lives of the people involved, but it also puts a huge economic burden on the NHS, with the cost of asthma and COPD treatment alone standing at an estimated £4.9 billion annually.[ii]


Through our Active Breathing Course, we aim to help people manage their symptoms through a range of techniques, including the teaching of Diaphragmatic Breathing, controlled breathwork and singing exercises that help to strengthen intercostal muscle; all done in a creative, inspiring and empowering way.


The course has been shown to have a positive impact on our participants and we partner extensively with charities, healthcare providers (including hospitals, GPs and social prescribers) and businesses. As a charity we can offer individuals a cost-effective way of improving their breathing and quality of life.”


Sarah Clay continued:


“ABC can also offer great benefits for businesses. With bespoke courses available, we support businesses in improving staff well-being. Benefits can include higher energy and creativity levels; a reduction in stress and anxiety levels in the workplace; improved posture and the positive release of endorphins.”


For more information about the Active Breathing course visit our website www.voh.org.uk/abc


-ENDS-


Contacts:


Sarah Clay, CEO, Voices of Hope
sarah.clay@voh.org.uk
Charity No. 1187454


Notes to Editors:

About Voices of Hope
Voices of Hope is a locally founded charity in Kingston Upon Thames with a focused reach into SW London. We are dedicated to bringing hope to individuals and the wider community, improving physical and mental health through community-based projects.


Our mission is to restore people, give them hope to rebuild their lives, and to equip them both practically and emotionally. We aim to achieve this through creative and inspiring projects focused in the 3 areas of Creative Arts, Food, and Women’s projects.


We work with people struggling with complex physical and/or mental health issues, families experiencing food insecurity, women who have experienced abuse/domestic violence, and the elderly. We see those we reach as people who need support, encouragement and empowerment – not as problems which need solving.


Due to the impact of our work locally and our collaborative partnership approach, we are having a growing national reach through several of our projects.


www.voh.org.uk


About Active Breathing Course (ABC)
The Active Breathing Course is a six week, NHS approved, online and in-person course. Through controlled breath work and creative exercises, ABC is tailored to support recovery and long-term wellbeing with the help and guidance of our specialist tutors.


ABC is now accessible across the UK and is particularly, though not exclusively, focused on reaching those who are suffering from a long-term, ongoing respiratory condition, breathlessness, disordered breathing, anxiety or fatigue.


www.voh.org.uk/active-breathing-course/




[i] 8 million people are experiencing anxiety disorder at any one time in the UK according to Mental Health UK


[ii] NHS England statistics 2023




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<![CDATA[ SocialBox.Biz Illustrates Sustainability Strategies Ten Years in the Making ]]> https://pressat.co.uk/releases/socialboxbiz-illustrates-sustainability-strategies-ten-years-in-the-making-3b2b19861c3a4bf543b2acd1d63cfd52/ https://pressat.co.uk/releases/socialboxbiz-illustrates-sustainability-strategies-ten-years-in-the-making-3b2b19861c3a4bf543b2acd1d63cfd52/ Monday 4 March, 2024

This UK community interest company has helped a long list of businesses reduce Scope 3 impacts while helping locally-based people have access to much-needed tech




LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 5, 2024 - SocialBox.Biz has been demonstrating its passion for sustainability for the past decade through its numerous initiatives designed to also give back to those in need, including the homeless, refugees, and the elderly, by wiping clean and loading with open software used no longer needed but still working laptops and Macbooks from organisations across the United Kingdom.




Carbon footprints and emissions are under high scrutiny, with some additional requirements impacting how organisations operate. One of those initiatives calls for lowered Scope 3 emissions. At the same time, there are people in need across the United Kingdom, Including homeless people and refugees who need computers to get back on their feet and integrate into British society. These populations, along with the elderly, are in need of ways to communicate with loved ones, gain employment, and pursue an education.




For the past ten years, SocialBox.Biz has offered a viable tech innovation solution to increase sustainability while helping those in need. These strategies, including upcoming events such as Earth Day 2024, Refugee Week 2024, Tech Week 2024, and Environment Day 2024, are promoting reduced Scope 3 emissions while providing tangible benefits such as reused laptops and scholarships for refugees.




Instead of calling a scrap company, SocialBox.Biz encourages any organisation replacing their computers to contact them first to check what can still be reused. Other items can still be recycled in the usual way and this would not affect any existing 'contracts' that might be in place and does not require an expensive 'procurement' process, saving companies money.




Organisations aiming to thrive in 2024 must consider the way in which they make a social impact. Social value matters in the eyes of consumers, with a recent study showing that majority of respondents considered a company’s purpose prior to making a purchasing decision. Corporate boards and company leaders need to take action now.




Further information on how to make a real, lasting change to reduce Scope3 emissions while giving back to those in need can be found by visiting https://www.socialbox.biz .




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SocialBox.Biz is a Community Interest Company (CIC) improving the local community by providing innovative technology solutions.




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<![CDATA[ Zero Energy Devices ZED: Self-powered and Backscatter-Powered Electronics and Electrics Markets, Technology 2024-2044 ]]> https://pressat.co.uk/releases/zero-energy-devices-zed-self-powered-and-backscatter-powered-electronics-and-electrics-markets-technology-2024-2044-8cb7dad3caa5199e4c43c1eca2df3228/ https://pressat.co.uk/releases/zero-energy-devices-zed-self-powered-and-backscatter-powered-electronics-and-electrics-markets-technology-2024-2044-8cb7dad3caa5199e4c43c1eca2df3228/ Monday 4 March, 2024

You could call a solar flashlight and an anti-theft tag “zero-energy devices” but the subject is about to take a huge leap forward well beyond these. You can create a billion-dollar business from making the next ZED materials or devices as detailed in the commerclally-oriented 408-page report, “Zero Energy Devices ZED: Self-Powered and Backscatter-Powered Electronics and Electrics Markets, Technology 2024-2044”

Some of the questions answered:











How can I create a $1 billion ZED business?Potential competitors, partners, acquisitions? Market and technology roadmap for 2024-2044?Technology readiness and potential improvement?Appraisal of needs and appropriate technology options?Market drivers and forecasts of background parameters?Market forecasts by technology and application 2024-2044?Deep analysis of research pipeline including 2024 with implications?Explanation of trend to “massless energy”, and other structural electronics?Battery-free, ultra-low power electronics, non-toxic, non-flammable options emerging?

Dramatic advances ahead


The day is coming when you never recharge your smart watch or phone and, without need for a battery, they last longer than you do. Internet of Things will be more than a cynical renaming of existing wireless technology because the nodes will genuinely become things-collaborating-with-things and they will be affordable, much smaller, lasting decades and deployable in tens of billions year without pollution. The delights of promised 6G Communications in 2030 will be possible only with ZED metasurfaces enhancing the propagation path and it enabling edge-computing client ZED. You will live longer with ZED inside you. There is much more and you only find it in this deeply insightful, up-to-date report that even scopes research in 2024, future needs and technology evolution. The primary author has created several successful high-tech businesses, so the report is realistic, including warnings concerning dead ends and over-promising.


The big picture


The Executive Summary and Conclusions is sufficient in itself. It has 26 pages of easily- understood infograms and roadmaps followed by 65 forecast lines of ZED and allied technologies and applications. Chapter 2 (25 pages) introduces definitions, context and successes so far including the problem of increasing electricity consumption of electronics with the ZED antidote eliminating power consumption and battery issues. See how on-board energy harvesting is being simplified, saving weight, size, cost, failure modes and toxigens. Can ZED halt the increasing demand of electronics for grid-based electricity? ZED route to success with the Internet of Things? Why are ZED sensors a strong emerging need? Importance of flexible, laminar and 2D energy harvesting and sensing , even self-powered and integrated sensors 2024-2044? See how next telecommunications generations deliver more ZED opportunities.


The heart of the report


The heart of the report consists of three chapters on how to address certain important sectors with ZED then seven chapters on the important ZED enabling technologies emerging 2024-2044 to drive your success. Enjoy close examination of the latest research pipeline and realistic timescales and requirements for commercial success with much distilled into new SWOT appraisals, comparison charts and infograms. This is firm analysis of commercial opportunities not academic obscurity, rambling text or nostalgia.


ZED for 6G Communications


6G Communications is planned for 2030, with a radically improved form in 2035. The 49 pages of Chapter 3 address this, highlighting how it will both need widespread ZED in its infrastructure to succeed and it may enable huge numbers of edge computing ZED client devices.


ZED appearing as wireless sensors, IOT, personal and other electronics


Chapter 4 concerns “ZED progress with wireless sensors, IOT, personal and other electronics” so it takes a full 56 pages to interpret such a broad scope of achievements, opportunities and research approaches. The massive scope for vast numbers of fit-and-forget battery-free sensors gets particular attention. Sensor transducers that are their own source of electricity, ZED wearables including metaverse interfacing, ZED in automotive, medical and more – it is all here. Then come the technology chapters with your best opportunities to participate.


Optimal technology strategies


Chapter 5 “Strategies to achieve fit-and-forget battery-free ZED” in 30 pages presents battery headwinds 2024-2044 and ZED enablement, notably eight ZED enablers that can be combined. See self-healing materials for fit-and-forget then useful specification compromises with energy harvesting. Here is a battery-free perpetual micro-robot. Combining these approaches is brought to life with examples of “Batteryless energy harvesting with demand management” , “Quest for battery less ZED in heterogenous cellular networks”, “Wireless sensor networks enable their ZED devices with severe performance compromises”, “Oppo view of zero power communications and “ZED lessons from active RFID”


Energy harvesting system design for ZED


Then comes energy harvesting system design for ZED, the elements of a harvesting system and new infograms on energy harvesting system detail with improvement strategies 2024-2044 and on 13 families of energy harvesting technology considered for ZED 2024-2044 followed by more detail. Again, the approach is critical not evangelistic because companies and researchers vary in their approaches from very realistic in our 20-year timeframe to the extremely speculative and unwanted.


Next ultra-low power electronics makes new ZED feasible


Chapter 6 (39 pages) addresses the contribution to the success of ZED from “Ultra-low power electronics, sensors, and electrics”. It is broad in scope but, because of their great importance, it particularly covers ultra-low power integrated circuits and metamaterials needing much less electricity so your energy harvesting and backscatter power can operate vastly more forms of device.


Backscatter on steroids


Chapter 7 (19 pages) “Powering devices only when interrogated: backscatter, SWIPT, WIET, WPT for EAS, RFID, IOT, 6G Communications and other electronics” then goes really deeply into that form of ZED enablement. This necessarily includes so-called “ambient backscatter communications AmBC”, “crowd-detectable CD-ZED” and much new research. It is followed by three chapters on the all-important energy harvesting technologies evolving for ZED applications.


On-board harvesting options increase and combine


Chapter 8 (23 pages) is “Harvesting electromagnetic waves: photovoltaics to power devices” then Chapter 9 (18 pages) is “9. Harvesting ambient electromagnetic waves: RF harvesting power for devices and communication by recycling existing emissions” and the rest is covered in Chapter 10 (39 pages) “Mechanical harvesting for devices (acoustic, vibration, linear and rotational motion) using electrodynamics, piezoelectrics, triboelectrics etc. Thermoelectrics, pyroelectrics, evaporative hydrovoltaics, microbial fuel cells (biofuel harvesting)”.


However, an aspect rarely addressed is the combination of these many energy harvesting technologies to reduce and sometimes eliminate the need for on-board energy storage to overcome their intermittency and inability to respond to load variations. Consequently, Chapter 11 (16 pages) covers, “Multi-mode energy harvesting for devices” including its progression into single smart materials. See examples such as “thermoelectric with photovoltaic”, “photovoltaic with electrokinetic”, “thermoelectric with photovoltaic and movement harvesting” and “push button harvesting with solar power and intermittency tolerant electronics”. From 2024 and other research, learn how there is much more to come for smart watches through to medical implants.


Storage that batteries can never achieve


At this stage you will realise that many zero energy devices without storage have been presented throughout the report. You will accept that self-powered devices with long-life batteries can still be considered “ZED”. Nonetheless, it is clear that the big opportunity ahead is where alternatives to on-board batteries are used to cover intermittency of energy harvesting and the need to respond to load variation. Chapter 12 (40 pages) therefore analyses, “Supercapacitors, variants and massless energy for battery-free ZED”. It explains why supercapacitors and lithium-ion capacitors are the prime candidates but it also discusses others with few or none of the problems of batteries such as life, reliability, toxicity and flammability.


Massless energy will transform ZED


They all take more space and weight than a good battery in a ZED but two escape routes are presented. One is wide area thin formats and the other is what Imperial College London calls “massless energy”. Here, a dumb load-bearing structure such as a watch case is replaced with a structural supercapacitor material incurring no increase in space or weight even if it has a photovoltaic overlayer. The report, “Zero Energy Devices ZED: Self-Powered and Backscatter-Powered Electronics and Electrics Markets, Technology 2024-2044” is your essential guide to this large new ZED opportunity.




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<![CDATA[ White Ribbon UK’s response to the Angiolini Inquiry, Part 1 Report ]]> https://pressat.co.uk/releases/white-ribbon-uks-response-to-the-angiolini-inquiry-part-1-report-f68f34301bd3e4431dfe65a356cb875b/ https://pressat.co.uk/releases/white-ribbon-uks-response-to-the-angiolini-inquiry-part-1-report-f68f34301bd3e4431dfe65a356cb875b/ Thursday 29 February, 2024

Everyone plays a part in preventing seemingly ‘harmless’ attitudes and behaviour from perpetuating violence against women and girls.



White Ribbon UK welcomes the publication of the Angiolini Inquiry, Part 1 Report on 29th February 2024, and the recommendations set out.


As the leading organisation engaging men and boys to prevent violence against women and girls by challenging harmful attitudes and behaviours, we particularly welcome Recommendation 14 calling on police forces to commit publicly “to being an anti-sexist, anti-misogynistic, anti-racist organisation in order to address, understand and eradicate sexism, racism and misogyny, contributing to a wider positive culture to remove all forms of discrimination from the profession.”


Seemingly ‘harmless’ attitudes and behaviour that are sexist, misogynist and abusive can no longer be qualified as ‘a joke’ or said in a way which ‘means no harm’.


Anthea Sully, Chief Executive of White Ribbon UK shares, “These comments and behaviours perpetuate a culture of violence that all men should be challenging and rejecting. It is men’s responsibility to call out dangerous attitudes and positively influence their friends and colleagues to contribute to a safer society for women.”


Women’s experiences must be listened to and taken seriously. Everyone has the right to live their lives free from the fear of and of actual violence. We are thinking of Sarah Everard’s family and all women affected by men’s violence.


White Ribbon UK are committed to continue working with decision makers and organisations to support positive culture change that rejects misogynist and violent attitudes and behaviours.


We await the publication of Part 2 of the Report.




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<![CDATA[ DocHQ selected as featured partner on Zest employee benefits marketplace ]]> https://pressat.co.uk/releases/dochq-selected-as-featured-partner-on-zest-employee-benefits-marketplace-c1cd0eb5175aac1c17b7a20d1344b71b/ https://pressat.co.uk/releases/dochq-selected-as-featured-partner-on-zest-employee-benefits-marketplace-c1cd0eb5175aac1c17b7a20d1344b71b/ Thursday 29 February, 2024

Trusted health and wellbeing partner DocHQ announces its latest partnership with employee benefits platform Zest.


This partnership showcases DocHQ’s Physio, Fitness and Health Checks services as an employee benefit on Zest’s online Marketplace, where employers can find a bespoke set of wide-ranging benefits for their workforce.


As a leading UK employee benefits provider, DocHQ integrates advanced technology with medical expertise to offer comprehensive health and wellbeing solutions. Its remote physiotherapy and bespoke health testing services address the root causes of employee health concerns, resulting in higher engagement, reduced absenteeism and improved productivity.


DocHQ Physio supports employees when they are in discomfort or pain with instant access to its team of Chartered Physiotherapists. The 100% remote service offers virtual physio consultations and AI-guided treatment plans delivered online, removing time and cost barriers posed by traditional physio. Advanced movement-tracking technology offers real-time corrective feedback to the user, and enables physios to monitor progress and update treatment plans remotely – for faster recovery and return to work.


DocHQ Health Checks offers annual health screening and bespoke employee health testing programmes supported by UKAS-accredited UK laboratories. Its pain-free at-home test kits ensure convenience and ease of use, with medically-verified results reports and GP advice delivered online. DocHQ Health Checks cover all aspects of wellbeing, from male and female hormone health, menopause, bowel and prostate cancers, diabetes, heart health and more.


DocHQ Fitness uses the same cutting-edge AI technology as DocHQ Physio, providing custom workout programmes designed to elevate employee physical and mental wellbeing from home, office or while travelling. AI-driven bespoke fitness plans, virtual coaching and progress tracking serve as a workplace injury prevention measure, a kick-start to getting employees active, and a tool for maintaining good health following physio rehabilitation.


The partnership with Zest furthers DocHQ's aim to provide comprehensive end-to-end health solutions that prioritise the wellbeing of both individuals and organisations.


Madhur Srivastava, CEO of DocHQ, says: “In an innovative and forward-thinking partnership, DocHQ and Zest have aligned to provide organisations with the tools required to provide transformative benefits to their people. As a collaborative team, we’re working together to give employees access to bespoke wellbeing and healthcare solutions to empower them to be more active, knowledgeable, stronger, fitter, injury-free and empowered to take control of their health.”


In alignment with DocHQ’s vision, Zest aims to revolutionise employee engagement by personalising benefits packages to meet the unique needs of each individual, making employees feel valued and motivated. Zest streamlines employee benefits management for businesses of all sizes, offering real-time updates and automated processes. The platform integrates seamlessly with companies’ existing HR, payroll and benefits systems, saving time and reducing administration.


Ross Cheeseborough, Marketplace Manager at Zest, says: “Zest is delighted to have DocHQ as a featured partner on our Marketplace. To be able to offer such an innovative and diverse solution to our client portfolio is really exciting.”


Ends


For more information, please contact:


DocHQ commercial enquiries:Joe StewartSales Development Representative, DocHQEmail: joe.stewart@dochq.co.uk


DocHQ media enquiries:Melanie RutherfordMarketing Manager, DocHQEmail: melanie.rutherford@dochq.co.uk


Notes to Editors


About DocHQ


DocHQ is your wellbeing partner. As a UK employee benefits provider, our vision is to enable people to make informed health choices and inspire them to improve their quality of life. We are a specialist medical technology provider aimed at enhancing employee wellbeing at work and home - connecting businesses, providers and consumers through technology.


From employee health and wellness programs to physical wellness in the workplace and at home, DocHQ combines medical expertise and technology to offer wellbeing services and solutions in a post-pandemic world. Through developing a network of private clinics and providers across Europe, we deliver a range of employee benefits including Physiotherapy, bespoke and annual Health Checks, Fitness and Travel Health.


About Zest


Zest is championing a new era of employee engagement that goes beyond benefits administration and breaks away from the one-size-fits-all approach. By using personalisation and customisation, companies can offer benefits packages that cater to the unique needs and preferences of each employee.



Through its innovative platform, Zest is building a future where employees are at the heart of every decision, and organisations understand that employee engagement is an ongoing activity. Zest wants to empower organisations of all sizes and industries to create a workplace culture where employees feel valued, supported and motivated.





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<![CDATA[ DO MOMENTS MATTER IN THE LIFE OF A SCHOOL CHILD? ]]> https://pressat.co.uk/releases/do-moments-matter-in-the-life-of-a-school-child-62e7e7ce7662b47663d4b50cb6f67237/ https://pressat.co.uk/releases/do-moments-matter-in-the-life-of-a-school-child-62e7e7ce7662b47663d4b50cb6f67237/ Thursday 29 February, 2024

At Children’s Health Scotland, through our direct work with children and young people with health conditions, we know that there are many reasons why they may miss out on attending school. Of course, these will be different for each individual child because every child is unique but without doubt there is now growing concern in Scotland on the increasing number of children and young people missing out on going to school.


Commenting on school attendance Rhianne Forrest, Health Rights Officer at Children’s Health Scotland said: “The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child Bill will come into force on 16 July 2024. Article 28 states that children and young people have the right to education, no matter who they are, so we believe a change is needed right now within our education system to form and shape a society that actively upholds the rights of its youngest members, fostering a culture of compassion, understanding, and social responsibility.


“Right now, high rates of anxiety levels for children and young people are being reported which does make it harder for them to return to school when they’ve missed out on social occasions, interactions, and events. On top of that during COVID-19 they were told to stay home, stay safe. They were told to do this to protect others and to stop the spread of an illness, with school was painted like a petri dish of diseases and danger. Now they are being told to return, all is well, and everything is safe after they have experienced something that no other generation can relate to. Children and young people’s fight, flight or freeze brains are kicking into overdrive, and they are navigating a new world that doesn’t feel as stable as it once did.


“Right now, we are being faced with mounting reports talking about school non-attendance at an all-time high. Pupils living in the 20% most deprived areas in Scotland had an attendance rate of 86.8% in 2023, compared to those living in the 20% least deprived areas who had an attendance rate of 93.5% (The Scottish Government summery statistics for schools in Scotland 2023).


“In relation to this I would strongly recommend thinking about the language being used when talking about school non-attendance. It’s extremely important and there does appear to be a lack of empathy when the UK Government recently launched a series of posters seemingly encouraging getting children and young people into school, no matter how they are feeling. There is a lot going on in the life of children and young people in Scotland 2024– they aren’t staying away from school simply for a runny nose.


“These children and young people aren’t refusing to go to school. Their anxiety is so high that it isn’t allowing them to go to school. Changing this language and understanding can help to support the building of self-confidence, self-esteem and social inclusion and being empathetic to the situation that a lot of children and young people are now facing. This is crucial in supporting children and young people to have a positive relationship with their school community.


“Children’s Health Scotland recently piloted a Programme with NHS Forth Valley to help address some of the issues surrounding school non-attendance at Denny High School. We developed a bespoke Self-Management Skills Programme which was co-designed by children and young people for children and young people. The Programme was aimed at helping to improve the confidence and self-esteem of these school non-attenders, whilst helping them to face their feelings of social isolation. Knowing rights was of course included but the Programme was focused on fun, learning and the development of self-management skills to help them feel more in control when those feelings of anxiety might start to surface.


“By the end of our pilot Programme at Denny High School 80% of the young people we supported reported said their confidence had improved, 70% reported having higher self-esteem and 100% felt more socially included. The Programme was an important step forward to giving young people the tools to start to understand their relationship with the health and wellbeing – enabling them to think about having positive outcomes and experiences when attending school. It encouraged them to take back control of their lives and their future life choices.


“A conclusion from our pilot was that when we put young people at the centre and actively listen to them, we can come up with effective Programmes that encourage active participation and engagement. With UNCRC coming into force it is now more important than ever to defend the rights of children and young people.


“Article 28 states that children and young people have the right to education no matter who they are: regardless of race, gender, or disability; if they're in detention, or if they're a refugee. And Article 29 states that a child or young person's education should help their mind, body and talents be the best they can.


“So every child has the explicit right to education and a right to be supported and respected during times when their anxiety isn’t allowing them to attend school. Our SMS Programmes are a step in the right direction to helping young people attend school. With empathy, understanding and respect we’ve shown that helping children and young people to develop self-management tools and skills boosts their confidence, self-esteem, and engagement with the school community. If adults come together to understand and get it right for every child, then we can help shape a generation of children who listen, understand, and support one another – just look at them now.”


DENNY HIGH SCHOOL HEALTHIER FUTURES PROGRAMME


Children’s Health Scotland has worked with the Healthier Futures, Why Weight Team at NHS Forth Valley for several years. During this time, a group of young people at Denny High School were identified who could benefit from our SMS Programme but who had barriers to easily engaging with support, particularly online. So, using feedback from our young people and engaging with our young volunteers’ group, we co-designed a bespoke SMS Schools Programme that runs over five weeks, with each week containing a two-hour block session.


Talking about the SMS Healthier Futures Programme, Michelle Wilson who is Head of Service at Children’s Health Scotland said: “The Healthier Futures, Why Weight team had been working with Denny High school running a successful cookery skills Programme. Based on this success we decided together that if Denny High School were on board, this would be the ideal school for us to pilot our new SMS Healthier Futures Schools Programme. The school agreed, so to generate interest we co-developed a presentation and asked the young people interested in coming along to complete a questionnaire with us.


“Based on our learning with young people over many years, we suggested that the Programme should be tailored for a mixed age group rather than targeting a particular year group which would help with engagement. It was the first time we had run any SMS Programme without meeting the young people first, so we were a little apprehensive. However, we knew we had something special, so we factored in some good getting to know you games to play at the start of the Programme which was well received. As always play is central to learning.


“We couldn’t have been more delighted with the success of the Programme that we delivered successfully over the Summer to October Term. There was one young person who didn’t turn up on week one and two who didn’t return after the first session but after that we had a 100% complete the whole programme. Based on the initial feedback we are now actively seeking funding to help us rung further Programmes this year.”


Feedback the young people on the pilot Programme included:


“I really liked getting to know each other and show how each other copes with stress. It meant I didn’t feel alone”.


“It let me have a break from school, but I was still learning important stuff. I liked that I didn’t feel nervous, and everyone made me feel included. It made me want to come to school. I got to see that people are like me and that everyone can feel nervous about school.”


Feedback from the school was extremely positive too:


“Pupils have engaged so positively with the Programme and have continued to come back week on week. We would love to have more like because the feedback from students has been overwhelmingly positive. It’s made such a difference.”


Michelle added: “We feel incredibly proud of the new SMS Healthier Futures School Programme and of our skilled staff. We are all in agreement that when we put young people at the centre and listen to them, we can come up with effective Programmes that encourage active participation and engagement.”


If you would like to talk to us about an SMS Programme, please get in touch with Michelle Wilson by emailing sms@childrenshealthscotland.org
or calling 0131 553 6553.




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<![CDATA[ Participation Call: Training & Expedition to Polar Regions for Microplastic and Climate Impact Research ]]> https://pressat.co.uk/releases/participation-call-training-expedition-to-polar-regions-for-microplastic-and-climate-impact-research-91045d993ee2e10b35955d7636f739a2/ https://pressat.co.uk/releases/participation-call-training-expedition-to-polar-regions-for-microplastic-and-climate-impact-research-91045d993ee2e10b35955d7636f739a2/ Tuesday 27 February, 2024

After a successful pilot year in 2023 as featured on the BBC, the Clean Planet Peninsula project is set to embark on an ambitious and visionary 3-year journey. Building on last year's success, the Clean Planet Foundation invites 25 individuals to join an immersive training course this August 2024 in the UK.


 In 2025 and 2026, selected participants from this training group will travel with the project to the Arctic and Antarctic to undertake scientific research and further training. This opportunity is open to anyone* who can demonstrate a distinct interest/focus relating to microplastic or climate science and can show how undertaking research in the polar regions will help benefit the global understanding of these critical environmental issues, contributing to worldwide conservation efforts.


The Clean Planet Foundation are privileged to be collaborating once again with the distinguished UK polar explorer Antony Jinman, the 12th Briton who skied solo in both the North and South Poles and the UK Polar Network (UKPN), the charity that represents early career polar scientists within the UK, alongside other partners from academic institutions (and beyond) who will be announced soon.


The project organisers envision this program as a stepping stone, guiding future projects and ensuring a continued legacy of innovation in polar research and environmental conservation. 


The end goal of this project is to provide early-career scientists with practical fieldwork expeditions, enabling research studies to be undertaken in the polar regions- particularly linked to plastic pollution and the impact of climate change.


Multi-Year Program Summary:


Year 1: UK Field course (4th
-9th August 2024)- Princetown within Dartmoor National Park, Devon


25 Participants above 18 who want to acquire important fieldwork skills for research projects in remote areas including polar regions. The course will cover critical field skills, including survival, food preparation, essential hygiene practices with a focus on menstruation, navigation, and more.

Year 2: Arctic Expedition (October 2025):


A shortlist of selected participants from Year 1 will have the opportunity to join an Arctic expedition in 2025, continuing their training in blending field skills and conducting scientific research in both marine and on land.

Year 3: Phase A - Norway/Finland (April 2026)


A further shortlist of selected participants from Year 2 will go on a High Skills training trip to acquire remote weather survival skills in addition to skills for acquiring scientific data under cold weather conditions.

Year 3: Phase B- Antarctica Voyage Expedition (Dec -2026):


The final shortlist of selected participants from the original 25 will become part of the crew for a voyage expedition to Antarctica, acquiring additional skills and conducting meaningful research on microplastics and climate research.


*WHO can apply?


The Clean Planet Peninsula project is looking for research students and early-career scientists from diverse backgrounds who have a project or are about to embark on research that requires fieldwork experience in remote areas including polar regions with research topics related to microplastics and their impact on the environment and climate.


Applicants should be above 18 years old, residents of the United Kingdom, and have a willingness to participate in all phases of the project from 2024 to 2027 to ensure research continuity. The project welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, and is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse learning environment. The project intends to keep at least 20% of places available for those who identify as coming from a low-income background. While participation in this program involves travelling to challenging regions, the organisers understand that individuals may have varying physical abilities. The primary concern is the safety and well-being of all participants. The organisers encourage all interested individuals to apply, regardless of their physical abilities. Applicants are asked to consider the physical demands of the course and expeditions, as they can be physically rigorous. However, the commitment to inclusivity means that the organisers are prepared to make reasonable accommodations to ensure that participants with disabilities can fully engage in the program.


If you have any concerns or specific needs related to physical fitness or mobility, please don't hesitate to reach out to.



HOW can you apply?


Interested participants can apply by following the link to the Clean Planet Peninsula project. The application process will be open from February 20th
until May 24th. The link is: https://www.cleanplanet.com/peninsula



Who is sponsoring the project?


The Clean Planet Foundation (CPF) is the lead sponsor of the Clean Planet Peninsula project. CPF is a not-for-profit organization committed to educating and taking action for the sustainable use of plastics and the reduction of carbon emissions. CPF believe in inclusivity and diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. https://www.cleanplanet.com/foundation/


Who is responsible for the logistics?


CPF and course instructors are responsible for delivering the project and organising all necessary logistics for the trips. The project has received detailed feedback from the pilot year in 2023 and is confident in the ability to execute the project efficiently, making it a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants.



What does it cost and what am I expected to bring?


The project is run under sponsorship of the Clean Planet Foundation and all core project costs are covered by CPF. You will be required to cover the cost of transport within the UK (e.g. to get to Dartmoor in 2024), however, food, specialist equipment, and any future international travel will be covered by the project. You will be required to bring suitable clothing and footwear for outdoor activities in the UK, however, any polar-related activities will be covered. Those identifying as from a low-income background do have the opportunity to have their UK travel and outdoor clothing covered if they are unable to afford the project without this support.



Where can I learn more?


To learn more about the successful pilot year of the Clean Planet Peninsula project, please visit the link below: https://www.cleanplanet.com/peninsula




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<![CDATA[ DocHQ Physio receives National Institute for Health and Care Research grant ]]> https://pressat.co.uk/releases/dochq-physio-receives-national-institute-for-health-and-care-research-grant-a78baca27aaaca1a026af0c13fba9020/ https://pressat.co.uk/releases/dochq-physio-receives-national-institute-for-health-and-care-research-grant-a78baca27aaaca1a026af0c13fba9020/ Monday 26 February, 2024

PIONEERING health and wellbeing partner DocHQ is pleased to announce that its groundbreaking AI-driven remote physiotherapy service, DocHQ Physio, has received a prestigious National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) grant to fund further studies.


The company received an initial grant from National Institute for Health and Care Research in July 2023 to commence the first phase of an engagement study on its innovative AI physiotherapy tool – a unique proposition that aims to revolutionise MSK care both in the private sector and NHS.


DocHQ recently submitted a report to the National Institute for Health and Care Research following completion of the first phase of the engagement study, with the aim of illustrating its adherence to standards and regulatory requirements that will position DocHQ Physio for integration into the NHS framework.


The study explores relevant peer studies to identify existing trends, data and evidence in the MSK/Physio domain to ensure the DocHQ physio platform utilises best practices in the field.


The report offers a thorough exploration of DocHQ Physio’s potential, targeting key areas such as exercise management in osteoarthritis, behavioural change to enhance exercise adherence, and the impact of surgical procedures and waiting lists on patient outcomes.


DocHQ Physio’s AI technology


DocHQ Physio’s AI physiotherapy tool is designed to aid injury rehabilitation and facilitate recovery from a range of MSK issues – from common injuries such as low back and knee pain, to building pre-op and post-op strength, to aiding recovery following cancer surgery – without the need to travel to a physiotherapist.


Physiotherapists deliver remote video assessments, check-ins and treatment plans via DocHQ Physio’s online platform, so patients do not need to leave their home. The online platform uses cutting-edge AI movement tracking technology that detects patients’ movements on 111 points on the body via the camera on a laptop or smart device. As the patient performs their video-guided exercises prescribed by their physiotherapist, the AI tracks their movement and range of motion and gives real-time visual and audio corrective feedback.


The tool aims to accelerate a return to full strength via precise remote tracking by physiotherapists – who can advance or regress treatment plans in a timely manner – as well as higher adherence rates, increased convenience and enhanced motivation for the patient.


DocHQ Physio aims to empower patients to effectively manage pain and musculoskeletal injuries, helping to reduce NHS wait lists by providing quick and instant access to expert physiotherapy for patients who may otherwise have to wait months for an appointment.


Tiggy Corben, DocHQ’s Physiotherapy Lead, says: “Patients often fail to do their physio exercises due to uncertainty over what to do and lack of reassurance that they are doing it correctly. AI exercises will give them feedback, meaning their exercise techniques can be instantly corrected.


“As physios, we can monitor not only whether the patient is doing the exercises, which I believe helps to motivate patients to continue their programme, but also how well they are performing them. If necessary, we can then tweak their plans remotely rather than the patient having to make a face-to-face appointment. This saves time for both the patient and the clinic.



“We were delighted to receive the National Institute for Health and Care Research grant, and showcase the platform and receive feedback from potential stakeholders including physios, patients, GPs and surgeons. We aim to take this valuable information and use it for further studies, including clinical trials, in the future.”


DocHQ aims to establish its physio tool as a mainstay in physiotherapy practice, first in the UK and then globally, revolutionising care delivery in this field.


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Further information


To learn more about how DocHQ Physio can benefit insured members and to explore collaboration opportunities, please contact:


DocHQ commercial enquiries:


Joe StewartSales Development Representative, DocHQEmail: joe.stewart@dochq.co.ukTel: 033 00 880645


DocHQ media enquiries:


Melanie RutherfordMarketing Manager, DocHQEmail: melanie.rutherford@dochq.co.ukTel: 033 00 880645


DocHQ Engagement Study enquiries:


Janet WebberBusiness Development Manager, DocHQEmail: janet.webber@dochq.co.ukTel: 033 00 880645





About DocHQ


DocHQ is your wellbeing partner. Our vision is to enable everyone to make informed health choices and inspire them to improve their quality of life. We are a specialist medical technology provider aimed at enhancing wellbeing at work and home – connecting businesses, providers and consumers through technology.


From employee health and wellness programs to physical wellness in the workplace and at home, DocHQ combines medical expertise and technology to offer wellbeing services and solutions in a post-pandemic world. Through developing a network of private clinics and providers across Europe, we deliver a range of employee benefits including Physiotherapy, Health Checks, Fitness and Travel Health.


About NIHR


The mission of the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) is to improve the health and wealth of the nation through research, by:


Funding high quality, timely research that benefits the NHS, public health and social careInvesting in world-class expertise, facilities and a skilled delivery workforce to translate discoveries into improved treatments and servicesPartnering with patients, service users, carers and communities, improving the relevance, quality and impact of our researchAttracting, training and supporting the best researchers to tackle complex health and social care challengesCollaborating with other public funders, charities and industry to help shape a cohesive and globally competitive research systemFunding applied global health research and training to meet the needs of the poorest people in low and middle income countries

NIHR is funded by the Department of Health and Social Care. Its work in low and middle income countries is principally funded through UK Aid from the UK government.





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<![CDATA[ The Institute of Brewing and Distilling launches its first Dry Hopping short course ]]> https://pressat.co.uk/releases/the-institute-of-brewing-and-distilling-launches-its-first-dry-hopping-short-course-85d3fc5ccd1d86920fc1d329cc0bafe3/ https://pressat.co.uk/releases/the-institute-of-brewing-and-distilling-launches-its-first-dry-hopping-short-course-85d3fc5ccd1d86920fc1d329cc0bafe3/ Monday 26 February, 2024

This course gives brewers the knowledge and techniques essential for producing exceptional dry hopped beers.


The Institute of Brewing and Distilling (IBD), the most widely recognised provider of technical education in the brewing industry, has launched a brand new self-assessed and on demand technical course – Dry Hopping.


The Dry Hopping course is the latest in a hugely popular series of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) short courses for brewers. It is aimed at brewers working in breweries of all sizes who want to produce consistently excellent dry hopped beers at minimum cost.


The course provides essential knowledge and best practice for dry hopping at a commercial scale. It introduces the hop and explains how the hop makes it from the bine to the beer. It provides an in-depth review of the current knowledge of dry hop flavour and the methods and technologies that can be used to optimise this in beer. It also explains the other effects of dry hopping and how to manage them in the brewery and beyond.


This course has been developed in collaboration with leading brewers, brewing consultants, hop suppliers and manufacturers of dry hopping equipment. The dry hopping experts who have contributed are:



Daniel Gooderham – Head Brewer of Adnams PLC
Ben Wood – Technical Brewer of Thornbridge Brewery
James Conery – Manager of Innovation Sierra Nevada Brewing
James Garstang –Head brewer of Forest Road Brewing
Jean-Marie Rock – Former Brewmaster, Brasserie Orval

The Dry Hopping course provides the same technical excellence found in all IBD qualifications, with the benefit of not needing to sit a formal exam.


The course includes a downloadable PDF with technical information such as:


A summary of the key points from the courseDescriptors and flavour thresholds of hundreds of hop flavour compounds Key calculations for dry hoppingA review of the technology options for dry hopping

The course features text, videos, animations, quizzes, and games to help enhance learning. At the end of the course, learners receive a Certificate of Completion.


On this announcement, Stuart Howe, Technical and Development Manager, explains:


“This is the first course ever that provides in-depth scientific and technical information about dry hopping. It is written in collaboration with experts in the field and with the rigor and accuracy that you expect from the IBD. If you want to understand how to dry hop effectively and efficiently or are looking to upgrade your dry hopping process, then this is the course for you!”




About the IBD


The Institute of Brewing & Distilling was originally established as The Laboratory Club in 1886. From inception, its mission has been to provide excellence in technical education for professional brewers and distillers and associated suppliers.


With four levels of globally recognised qualifications, the IBD caters for all types of professionals with a passion for brewing and distilling. Over 100,000 industry professionals have received their technical education with us. The IBD is a global institution with more than 3,000 members across 90 countries. Every year, around 4,000 professionals take our qualifications providing transformational outcomes both for individuals and their businesses.



Ibd.org.uk





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<![CDATA[ Startup Sherpas Unveils Obama Administration Alumni, Natalia Olson-Urtecho, as New Director of Government, Innovation & Growth ]]> https://pressat.co.uk/releases/startup-sherpas-unveils-obama-administration-alumni-natalia-olson-urtecho-as-new-director-of-government-innovation-growth-74a12ccead043db36cc332a2b566a6fe/ https://pressat.co.uk/releases/startup-sherpas-unveils-obama-administration-alumni-natalia-olson-urtecho-as-new-director-of-government-innovation-growth-74a12ccead043db36cc332a2b566a6fe/ Monday 26 February, 2024

Barcelona, Spain – 26th February 2024: In a significant boost to its global initiative, social enterprise, Startup Sherpas, proudly announces the appointment of Natalia Olson-Urtecho as Director of Government, Innovation & Growth.


Startup Sherpas is a forward-thinking organisation committed to empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs through paid work experience opportunities, with offices in both the UK, and Barcelona.


Olson-Urtecho, whose illustrious career includes serving as a Presidential Appointee during Barack Obama's administration, brings a wealth of experience in fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development on a global scale.


Having served as the Regional Administrator for the U.S. Small Business Administration under President Obama, Natalia Olson-Urtecho oversaw critical initiatives that supported entrepreneurship and small businesses.


Her tenure is notable for managing significant federal contracts and loan programmes, enhancing infrastructure for small business growth across the Mid-Atlantic region. This experience is particularly relevant to Startup Sherpas' mission to empower young entrepreneurs globally, especially following its recent announcement of the company’s new Barcelona office that has just opened at Tech Barcelona.


"Welcoming Natalia into our team underscores our commitment to drawing on diverse, high-level expertise to enrich our successful programme and extend its reach to more young people worldwide," said Katherine Walker, Chief Impact Officer at Startup Sherpas.


"Her unique blend of experience in both the public and private sectors will help us tailor our approach to meet the needs of our future young entrepreneurs in different cultural and economic contexts - particularly as we look to Latin America and the Mediterranean."



Olson-Urtecho's extensive background in international, regional, and local government operations, digital transformation, and sustainable development makes her an invaluable asset to Startup Sherpas as it expands its startup training platform globally.


Her proven track record of leveraging technology for societal benefit aligns with Startup Sherpas' vision of creating a generation of innovators ready to tackle global challenges such as climate change, sustainable food systems, and economic stability.Reflecting on her new role, Olson-Urtecho said: "I am excited to join Startup Sherpas and to leverage my experience to empower young people with the entrepreneurial skills they need to make a difference.




“Together, we can build a network of innovative leaders poised to solve the world's most pressing problems."


Professor Ger Grauss OBE, a renowned global education consultant and adviser to Startup Sherpas, added: "The addition of Natalia Olson-Urtecho to the Startup Sherpas team is a game-changer.


“Natalia's expertise and vision will undoubtedly accelerate our efforts to empower young entrepreneurs to tackle the world's most pressing challenges."


Mayor Collboni of Barcelona emphasises the local commitment to youth and innovation that made Barcelona such a good match for Startup Sherpas "We know that for every sector of our economy, we need the very best talent to support them. And we know our young people need to see opportunities to work, to create startups and have a vibrant career in Barcelona. Paid work experience while they are still at school and the ability to create their own startups even before they leave school mean they have real experience. They have developed workplace skills and that will meet both these needs."


Startup Sherpas' expansion into the Mediterranean and Latin America marks a significant step in its journey to create a global community of one million young entrepreneurs by 2029.


With the support of the British Embassy, the Spanish Government, and now Natalia Olson-Urtecho, the organisation is well-positioned to inspire and nurture the next generation of global innovators.


For media inquiries, partnership opportunities, or more information about Startup Sherpas and its mission, please contact:


press@startupsherpas.co.uk


Hugo Pickford-Wardle


Founder - Startup Sherpas


+44(0)7869412356


Spanish Language Enquiries:


Natalia Olson-Urtecho


Director of Government Innovation & Growth


+34697485492


+12027384363


Natalia@startupsherpas.co.uk


About Startup Sherpas:


Startup Sherpas is a pioneering organisation dedicated to equipping teenagers with startup skills through a unique model that blends paid work experience with junior startup training.



Committed to addressing global challenges through innovation, Startup Sherpas has educated almost 5000 teenagers in the UK, and is now poised to expand its influence internationally. The organisation champions the power of a global generation of innovators to solve the world's most pressing problems.



About Natalia Olson-Urtecho:



Natalia is a serial entrepreneur, Obama Appointee, Venture Capitalist and triathlete with a deep understanding of global politics and the practicalities of startup life. You can find out more here:


https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliaolsonurtecho


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<![CDATA[ Cakes for Apes: Bake Off's Jo Brand and Henry Bird join International Animal Rescue's Campaign To Shine A Spotlight on World Wildlife Day 2024 ]]> https://pressat.co.uk/releases/cakes-for-apes-bake-offs-jo-brand-and-henry-bird-join-international-animal-rescues-campaign-to-shine-a-spotlight-on-world-wildlife-day-2024-7e69d5afdc35be40428363de2e2f2d01/ https://pressat.co.uk/releases/cakes-for-apes-bake-offs-jo-brand-and-henry-bird-join-international-animal-rescues-campaign-to-shine-a-spotlight-on-world-wildlife-day-2024-7e69d5afdc35be40428363de2e2f2d01/ Thursday 22 February, 2024

Backed by many well-known faces, IAR's Cakes for Apes campaign aims to raise awareness. Talking about the campaign, comedian and host of the Great British Bake Offs Extra Slice, Jo Brand, said: "Whether you're a business, a teacher or a parent – we need your help to show the next generation how they can take care of our planet and also the deep connection between wildlife, nature and climate. Cakes for Apes is a great opportunity to share International Animal Rescue's message with young people whilst raising some funds to support the animals. We would love you all to take part."


We invite schools to participate in our 'Cakes for Apes' appeal to raise awareness. Get baking, go wild and raise money to save orangutans like Budi, whose journey from captivity to canopies exemplifies the transformative impact of IAR's work. Initially confined to a tiny chicken cage, Budi flourished under the round-the-clock care provided by IAR. Now thriving in forest school, Budi is growing more independent each day, showcasing the tangible impact of rehabilitation and release efforts.


Anyone can sign up for a fundraising pack here: https://www.cakes4apes.org/


If schools wish, they can also take advantage of IAR's educational resources, tailored for assemblies and beyond. These materials aim to empower communities with knowledge, encouraging active participation in conserving wildlife and their habitats. Schools can download the resources for free here: https://www.internationalanimalrescue.org/lessons


Former bake-off contestant Henry Bird, whose journey began as a baking enthusiast, has transitioned his passion for creating delectable treats to a broader mission of advocating for animal welfare and environmental conservation. Known for his appearance as the youngest competitor on series 19 of the Great British Bake Off, Henry has embarked on a journey to use his influence to support causes close to his heart. Henry said, "I've always loved animals, the environment, baking and want to make a positive impact. Cakes for Apes gives me a fun way to contribute and raise awareness about the critical need to protect rainforests and the animals that depend on them. It also helps to raise funds to support the animals and educate future generations."


The dedicated team at IAR Indonesia spearheads initiatives to rescue and rehabilitate orangutans, safeguarding orangutan habitats through an extensive landscape conservation project. This initiative involves protecting forests, promoting sustainable farming, reforesting areas, and creating tree corridors to enable orangutans to move freely and safely between protected areas.


Education and outreach programs are pivotal in inspiring change within local communities and worldwide. By fostering awareness and understanding, IAR aims to create a shared responsibility for the well-being of our planet and its inhabitants.


WHERE YOUR MONEY GOES:


· RESCUE: Saving animals from suffering


· REHAB: Providing round-the-clock care and rehabilitation


· RELEASE: Facilitating the return of animals to their natural environment


· EDUCATION: Empowering communities with knowledge


· REFORESTATION: Protecting and restoring natural habitats


· PROTECTION: Safeguarding wildlife in their native ecosystems




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<![CDATA[ WynterCon: The award-winning comic con is back with a new town and a new venue ]]> https://pressat.co.uk/releases/wyntercon-the-award-winning-comic-con-is-back-with-a-new-town-and-a-new-venue-ad15b7c1c0164f1c673648e38a5c1b83/ https://pressat.co.uk/releases/wyntercon-the-award-winning-comic-con-is-back-with-a-new-town-and-a-new-venue-ad15b7c1c0164f1c673648e38a5c1b83/ Wednesday 21 February, 2024

WynterCon, the largest comic con in Sussex, is back, with a new town and a new venue. Promethean Promotions is proud to present WynterCon XI, coming on Saturday the 21st and Sunday the 22nd of September, 2024!


After entertaining thousands of guests over the past decade at the Winter Garden in Eastbourne, WynterCon will be moving to the stunning East Sussex College - Hastings Station Plaza for our most exciting event yet.


Featuring full-sized movie props, animatronics, authors and artists, vendors, cosplay competitions, gaming, photo opportunities, our always-popular education workshops, and stars from stage and screen, there’s plenty to do for the whole family.


Event Founder Andy Kybett said: “WynterCon’s motto when the first-ever event launched back in 2013 was 'It doesn't matter what world you come from, you're welcome in ours’, and it’s just as relevant - if not more so - today. I’m extremely grateful to East Sussex College for the opportunity to promote this message of inclusivity on a larger scale, and my team and I promise to stage an event that will not only do this magnificent venue justice but raise much-needed funds for a very worthy charity.”


Further information regarding the event, including details of the cosplay competition and special guests, will be released on our website and our Facebook and Instagram accounts, so be sure to check back regularly for more details. Given the location of this new venue and the substantial interest from the college’s students, we expect demand for tickets to be extremely high, so we recommend purchasing early to avoid the disappointment of being turned away. Tickets for WynterCon XI can be purchased here.


The event aims to raise funds and awareness for Sky Creative Sussex. Sky Creative Sussex (Registered Charity Number 1178076) is an award-winning Arts and Education charity that champions eco-awareness and inclusivity. For more information on their mission or to help raise funds, click here.


EVENT DETAILSWynterCon XIDate: Saturday 21 September – Sunday 22 SeptemberTimes: 09:30 – 17:00 (Saturday) & 09:30 - 16:00 (Sunday)Tickets: Adults £14, Children £FREE - £12.50, Students £12.50.Ticketing: https://wyntercon.onlineticketseller.co.uk/Venue: East Sussex College – Hastings Station Plaza, Station Approach, Hastings, EastSussex, TN34 1BA




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<![CDATA[ Drug Education Forum launched to strengthen and support the sector nationally and advocate for excellence in drug education for all young people ]]> https://pressat.co.uk/releases/drug-education-forum-launched-to-strengthen-and-support-the-sector-nationally-and-advocate-for-excellence-in-drug-education-for-all-young-people-e2fd986fb8b14f775cd3d12c37211d77/ https://pressat.co.uk/releases/drug-education-forum-launched-to-strengthen-and-support-the-sector-nationally-and-advocate-for-excellence-in-drug-education-for-all-young-people-e2fd986fb8b14f775cd3d12c37211d77/ Tuesday 20 February, 2024

Launching today (February 20th, 2024) is the Drug Education Forum (DEF), bringing together drug education providers, educators and practitioners from across the UK to uphold evidence-based standards, share best practice and provide a voice for the sector. A vital aspect of this is ensuring that all young people to have access to high quality, evidence-based drugs education, as well as advocating for this to be an essential part of any response to preventing drug-related harm.


Led by the Daniel Spargo-Mabbs (DSM) Foundation, the initiative has commitments from a wide range of individuals and organizations, and is open to anyone working in this field as well as stakeholders. Membership will provide practitioners and providers with access to expert speakers, the latest evidence, research and resources, examples of best practice, and opportunities to connect with others working across the sector, to improve outcomes for young people in relation to alcohol and other drugs. A steering committee chaired by Fiona Spargo-Mabbs (DSM Foundation) and comprising Emma Crawshaw (Crew 2000), Nick Hickmott (We Are With You), Charlotte Gordon (KIP Education), Ivan Ezquerra-Romano (Substancy), Helena Conibear (Talk About Trust) Paul North (Volteface) and Arda Ozbuckuku (Neurosight) will provide expertise and oversight of the DEF, while a group of key advisors (including Prof Harry Sumnall, Prof Adam Winstock, Jason Kew and Jamila Boughelaf) is in place to supply strategic insights and guidance.


Today’s soft launch – marked by the release of a video highlighting the importance of drugs education at the DSM Foundation’s tenth anniversary event in Croydon – will see the DEF’s website go live, and will be followed by an online webinar which will officially launch the DEF on March 20th 2024, featuring Harry Sumnall as keynote speaker. Professor Sumnall, from Liverpool John Moores University School of Psychology, is recognized as a leading expert in young people’s drug use and prevention interventions. The event programme will also feature short spotlights on different models of drug education and harm reduction from across the UK, and an opportunity for delegates to ask questions, share best practice and plan the future development of the DEF.


For more information about the DEF and/or to sign up go to https://www.drugeducationforum.org.uk


Quotes:


Fiona Spargo-Mabbs OBE, Director and Founder, DSM Foundation: “We’re really excited to be launching this national community of practitioners and providers, committed to reducing the harm from drugs through effective, evidence-based drug education and harm reduction for all our young people. Working together we can make the difference that’s needed to equip young people to manage safely the choices about drugs they will almost all, almost certainly, at some point face.”


Jason Kew, Senior Practice lead at The Centre for Justice Innovation and Senior Drug Policy and Former Chief Constable, Thames Valley Police: “Education is prevention. Drug use occurs throughout every corner of society, it is crucial to enable access to the highest quality, evidenced, effective drug awareness and education for everyone who may need it. The world-leading experts within this forum will seek to develop, inform, and strengthen the evidence base for resources that are proven to keep people safe.”


Prof Harry Sumnall, Professor in Substance Use in the School of Psychology, Liverpool John Moores University: “Young people tell us they use drugs for many different reasons, for pleasure and socialisation, but increasingly, to help cope with poor mental health and wellbeing. We also know that for some, drugs can lead to health and social problems, and disruption of life-chances. The drugs landscape is always changing – new substances emerge, different drugs come in and out of fashion, and technology affords young people new ways to access and use those drugs. All of this means that drugs education and prevention has never been more important. However, just having good intentions is not good enough, and there are many examples of poor quality drugs education in the past. This is why the launch of the Drugs Education Forum is so welcomed. Evidence-based, ethical, and supportive drugs education helps to provide young people with the skills to make healthier and safer decisions, to reduce risks of harms from drug use, and to develop the confidence to seek help for themselves or their friends if they need it. By fostering a sense of professional identity, sharing good practice, and advocating for evidence-based drug education the Forum will help ensure that all young people get the high quality drugs education they deserve”


Information for editors:


Media enquiries about this press release or the work of the DSM Foundation should be sent to media@drugeducationforum.org.uk


Social media: @drugeducationforum on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram, @drugedforum on X


The Drug Education Forum will aim to strengthen the sector by:


Upholding evidence-based standards and practice based on international research.Providing regular briefings, updates, sharing best practice and networking opportunities for DEF members and wider stakeholders.Disseminating current information, evidence and research, and relevant legislative and policy changes to DEF members.Creating and taking opportunities to strengthen evidence-based drug education through contributing to and disseminating evaluation and research.

And to provide a voice for the sector by:


Advocating for access to excellent, evidence-based drug education for all young people in the UK.Advocating for drug education to be at the heart of any response to drug-related harm and wider work prevention work.Engaging with key stakeholders to maintain and build awareness and understanding of the importance and role of evidence-based drug education in preventing and reducing drug-related harm.Responding to relevant social, legislative and policy changes and events, and on important developments in the sector.

The Daniel Spargo-Mabbs Foundation is a drug and alcohol education charity founded in January 2014 by Tim and Fiona Spargo-Mabbs in response to the death of their 16-year-old son Daniel having taken ecstasy. The charity aims to support young people to make safe choices and reduce harm, through increasing their understanding of the effects and risks of drugs and alcohol, and improving their life skills & resilience.


The DSM Foundation has developed an evidence-based, evaluated drug and alcohol education programme. This includes delivering workshops for students and parents and training for teachers and professionals, as well as providing planning and resources for teachers to deliver drug education in PSHE. The powerful verbatim play the charity commissioned award-winning playwright Mark Wheeller to write, ‘I Love You, Mum – I Promise I Won’t Die’, was published by Bloomsbury/Methuen Drama in 2017, and is currently a GCSE Drama set text. It has been professionally toured into schools, colleges and communities as a Theatre in Education production and workshop since 2017.


For more information about the DSM Foundation, go to https://www.dsmfoundation.org.uk/.




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