Latest news with #Battelle
Business Wire
31-07-2025
- Health
- Business Wire
Battelle Announces the Publication of its 2024 Consensus-Based Entity (CBE) Annual Report to Congress and the Secretary of Health and Human Services
COLUMBUS, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Battelle, serving as a consensus-based entity (CBE), announced today the release of its 2024 Annual Report to Congress and the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS). The report highlights the significant progress and process improvements Battelle and its Partnership for Quality Measurement (PQM) have made in advancing health care quality measurement and improvement. "HHS appreciates the efforts that the CBE has made to support our mutual commitment to promoting a resilient, high value, and safe health care system for all Americans,' wrote HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., in his comments on the report. The 2024 Annual Report details Battelle's achievements in four key areas: Endorsement and Maintenance (E&M) of clinical quality measures, Pre-Rulemaking Measure Review (PRMR), Measure Set Review (MSR), and the Core Quality Measures Collaborative. In 2024 Battelle enhanced engagement and reduced committee burden by optimizing meeting schedules and voting structures for E&M committees. Public participation in the PRMR process was also robust, with 239 written and 51 verbal comments submitted by 234 professional organizations and 56 patients or patient representatives. 'HHS and the CBE both recognize the importance of clinical quality and cost/resource use measures in improving U.S. health care,' noted Kennedy. 'Maintaining these measures through transparent, periodic, and consensus-based reviews is critical for ensuring health care quality performance can not only be measured but can also be improved upon.' 'This report reflects the collective commitment of Battelle and PQM members to advancing a more transparent, streamlined, and evidence-driven approach to health care quality,' said Nicole Brennan, MPH, DrPH, Executive Director of PQM. 'We are proud to support HHS in ensuring that quality measures are not only scientifically sound but also meaningful to patients, providers, and policymakers alike.' View the Secretarial Review of the 2024 Annual Report on the Federal Register. About Battelle Every day, the people of Battelle apply science and technology to solving what matters most. At major technology centers and national laboratories around the world, Battelle conducts research and development, designs and manufactures products, and delivers critical services for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio since its founding in 1929, Battelle serves the national security, health and life sciences, and energy and environmental industries. For more information, visit About the Partnership for Quality Measurement Battelle is a CMS-certified CBE that seeks to advance U.S. health care quality by bringing together interested parties to conduct statutorily required and enabled processes. Battelle formed the Partnership for Quality Measurement to convene members to perform these activities, which are organized into three tasks: E&M, PRMR, and MSR. For more information, visit
Business Wire
09-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Battelle Donates $3.25 Million to Establish Community STEM Learning Center at Columbia Basin College
RICHLAND, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Battelle President and CEO Lou Von Thaer today announced a $3.25 million philanthropic gift to Columbia Basin College (CBC) to establish the Community STEM Learning Center on the college's campus in Pasco, Washington. This marks the largest donation Battelle has made in the Tri-Cities area throughout its 60-year history managing Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) for the U.S. Department of Energy. 'This gift aligns closely with Battelle's mission to leverage science and technology for the betterment of society,' said Lou Von Thaer, president and CEO of Battelle. 'The partnerships established through this Community STEM Learning Center will build on CBC's whole-family engagement model to meet the community's needs and encourage students to pursue the essential STEM careers of tomorrow.' Since 1965, Battelle has operated PNNL with a focus on delivering impactful scientific and technological outcomes coupled with its foundational commitment to advance STEM education and support local arts, health and human services, and civic programs through philanthropic giving and volunteerism. The new center will be designed to engage students, families, educators, and the broader community in hands-on STEM experiences. Funds will be used in part to refurbish an existing, underutilized building on CBC's campus to house the center and create new programs and immersive experiences. 'At CBC, we believe in educational access to everyone,' said Rebekah Woods, president of Columbia Basin College. 'We know that hands-on STEM experiences are vital to students, our community, and educators to build the skills and experiences to prepare them to take on future scientific challenges. We are honored to partner alongside Battelle to create the STEM Community Learning Center at CBC.' During its tenure managing PNNL, Battelle has donated $33.7 million in philanthropic investments to support community organizations in addition to 267,000 hours of volunteer hours from staff at PNNL over the last decade. 'It's terrific to see Battelle invest in the Tri-Cities—the community where so many of our staff members live and work,' said Steven Ashby, Battelle senior vice president and director of PNNL. 'This gift shows a commitment to the community and to inspiring the innovators of the future.' About Battelle Every day, the people of Battelle apply science and technology to solving what matters most. At major technology centers and national laboratories around the world, Battelle conducts research and development, designs and manufactures products, and delivers critical services for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio since its founding in 1929, Battelle makes the world better by commercializing technology, giving back to our communities, and supporting science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education. For more information, visit
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Columbus schools take part in manufacturing prep courses
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Ten school districts across Ohio are receiving a grant for a new manufacturing career tech program. Almost all companies rely on manufacturers and the Ohio STEM Learning Network said the state currently has a big manufacturing talent gap. The Manufacturing Pathways Pilot Program will work to close it. As more companies invest in central Ohio, leaders at the STEM Learning Network, which is run by Battelle, realized skilled manufacturers are going to be needed every step of the way. Columbus district lays out school closure plans 'When you think about companies like Honda and Intel who are making significant investments in our manufacturing infrastructure, those companies need employees, so this program will help create pathways for these students,' Heather Sherman, the pilot program manager at Battelle, said. Columbus City Schools is one of the ten districts statewide receiving a grant for the manufacturing program. Starting in the fall, students at four Columbus high schools are going to get real-world experiences through the grant money. 'To be able to credential students in any of these in-demand fields, the equipment is extremely expensive, and so we are using pretty much the entire grant to buy the equipment,' Jenny Meade, the director of Columbus City's Career Tech Education, said. Program leaders said students will leave the manufacturing pilot program with the right skills and credentials needed to start working immediately or to continue their education in college. Unsolved Ohio: Who killed Amy Jo Nelson? Family wants answers in 2017 homicide 'I think students don't always know that with a high school diploma and some additional credentials, they can be positioned to work in advanced manufacturing and earn family-sustaining wages,' Sherman said. Amare Kilgore just graduated from Columbus City Schools and took some manufacturing classes during his school career. He said the incoming pilot program is going to better prepare students for the future. 'We actually got to see firsthand some of the stuff that they'll be getting,' Kilgore said. 'From what we've all seen, it's going to be great. The juniors got to see it and they were pumped. They were excited to be able to say, like, 'I'm going to be able to do this.'' The Manufacturing Pathways Pilot program will begin at the ten school districts in the fall and run through 2026. Then, the goal is to expand it to as many Ohio schools as possible so even more students receive this opportunity. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Business Wire
03-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Battelle Awards Honor Ohio Educators Advancing STEM Education
COLUMBUS, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Ohio STEM Learning Network today unveiled the four winners of the ' STEM Excellence Awards.' These awards recognize outstanding teachers, school leaders, and education advocates who advance quality science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education in Ohio. Awardees were recognized at the third annual Ohio STEM Innovation Summit. This statewide conference helps Ohio schools and educators expand STEM education to foster Ohio's future workforce. Battelle manages the Ohio STEM Learning Network as a public-private partnership with the state of Ohio, as part of the company's commitment to preparing the next generation of innovators. 'Quality STEM education in our state will foster the next generation of Ohio innovators,' said Kelly Gaier Evans, Director of the Ohio STEM Learning Network for Battelle. 'Each of the individuals and organizations honored tonight has gone above and beyond in their dedication toward creating pathways to success for students.' This year, the Ohio STEM Learning Network awarded the following: Excellence in STEM Teaching Award The Excellence in STEM Teaching Award recognizes a teacher who exemplifies integrated, STEM-infused teaching strategies and classroom innovation, and whose work has led to positive student learning outcomes. Rachel Sanders is a Bio Research Instructor for 11th Grade Science at Global Impact STEM Academy in Springfield, Ohio Sanders enriches her curriculum with biotechnology and partners with local businesses to offer students real-world experiences. In her biotechnology lab, students work in professional-style stations, mimicking job settings and engaging in interdisciplinary projects like creating stained-glass-inspired plastics from bioplastics in collaboration with the art department. Her dedication extends beyond the classroom. Annually, Sanders hosts the AgBio Tech Academy for other educators, organizes Women in STEM events, and provides opportunities for students to interact with authentic audiences through STEM Fairs and community service projects, ensuring all students engage with real-world challenges. Excellence in STEM Leadership Award The Excellence in STEM Leadership Award recognizes a school-level, district, or regional leader with a proven track record of developing effective STEM programs. Chavin Lewis is Principal of Thurgood Marshall STEM High School in Dayton, Ohio. Lewis builds connections to STEM through a culturally relevant learning environment at her school. Through her leadership, all students engage with the Design Thinking Process. Lewis fosters collaboration through weekly Professional Learning Community meetings and models effective STEM teaching during professional development days. To foster interdisciplinary planning, she reworked the school's schedule and hired a STEM Coordinator. Lewis brought new courses and career pathways to Thurgood Marshall including cybersecurity, manufacturing engineering, and medical technology. Excellence in STEM Partnership Award The Excellence in STEM Partnership Award recognizes an established partnership that prioritizes a commitment to STEM education. Partners may include industry, higher education, community partners, or a partnership within the arts. This year, the Ohio STEM Learning Network honors the partnership between the Cleveland Museum of Art and Incarnate Word Academy in Parma Heights, Ohio. The Cleveland Museum of Art collaborates with Incarnate Word Academy to integrate arts across the curriculum, enhancing STEAM education through professional development and shared learning experiences. This partnership fosters a unified vision of "STEAM for all," engaging students with real-world applications of art and STEM. Students explore diverse careers in the art world, interacting with museum professionals. Elementary students complete problem-based learning units on topics like stewardship and landfills while older students explore concepts of identity. The partnership extends beyond the classroom, offering experiences at the museum including Parade the Circle. Outstanding Service Award The Outstanding Service Award honors one individual each year who goes above and beyond their role to advance access to quality STEM education for all Ohio students. Sam Crews is the Director of the Akron Hub of the Ohio STEM Learning Network, based out of Akron Public Schools. For over a decade, Crews has led the Akron Hub, where he has been instrumental in supporting school leaders and educators on their journey to achieving schoolwide STEM implementation, fostering a diverse array of new STEM schools along the way. He has personally led the expansion of new STEM education professional development programs for local educators. A tireless advocate, Crews has built a community of collaborators working together to ensure that all students, regardless of background, have access to transformative STEM learning experiences. About the Ohio STEM Learning Network The Ohio STEM Learning Network is committed to helping the State of Ohio inspire and train the next generation of innovative leaders. The network operates as a public-private partnership between the State of Ohio and Battelle. About Battelle Every day, the people of Battelle apply science and technology to solving what matters most. At major technology centers and national laboratories around the world, Battelle conducts research and development, designs and manufactures products, and delivers critical services for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio since its founding in 1929, Battelle serves the national security, health and life sciences, and energy and environmental industries. For more information, visit
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Battelle Awards Honor Ohio Educators Advancing STEM Education
COLUMBUS, Ohio, June 03, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Ohio STEM Learning Network today unveiled the four winners of the "STEM Excellence Awards." These awards recognize outstanding teachers, school leaders, and education advocates who advance quality science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education in Ohio. Awardees were recognized at the third annual Ohio STEM Innovation Summit. This statewide conference helps Ohio schools and educators expand STEM education to foster Ohio's future workforce. Battelle manages the Ohio STEM Learning Network as a public-private partnership with the state of Ohio, as part of the company's commitment to preparing the next generation of innovators. "Quality STEM education in our state will foster the next generation of Ohio innovators," said Kelly Gaier Evans, Director of the Ohio STEM Learning Network for Battelle. "Each of the individuals and organizations honored tonight has gone above and beyond in their dedication toward creating pathways to success for students." This year, the Ohio STEM Learning Network awarded the following: Excellence in STEM Teaching Award The Excellence in STEM Teaching Award recognizes a teacher who exemplifies integrated, STEM-infused teaching strategies and classroom innovation, and whose work has led to positive student learning outcomes. Rachel Sanders is a Bio Research Instructor for 11th Grade Science at Global Impact STEM Academy in Springfield, Ohio Sanders enriches her curriculum with biotechnology and partners with local businesses to offer students real-world experiences. In her biotechnology lab, students work in professional-style stations, mimicking job settings and engaging in interdisciplinary projects like creating stained-glass-inspired plastics from bioplastics in collaboration with the art department. Her dedication extends beyond the classroom. Annually, Sanders hosts the AgBio Tech Academy for other educators, organizes Women in STEM events, and provides opportunities for students to interact with authentic audiences through STEM Fairs and community service projects, ensuring all students engage with real-world challenges. Excellence in STEM Leadership Award The Excellence in STEM Leadership Award recognizes a school-level, district, or regional leader with a proven track record of developing effective STEM programs. Chavin Lewis is Principal of Thurgood Marshall STEM High School in Dayton, Ohio. Lewis builds connections to STEM through a culturally relevant learning environment at her school. Through her leadership, all students engage with the Design Thinking Process. Lewis fosters collaboration through weekly Professional Learning Community meetings and models effective STEM teaching during professional development days. To foster interdisciplinary planning, she reworked the school's schedule and hired a STEM Coordinator. Lewis brought new courses and career pathways to Thurgood Marshall including cybersecurity, manufacturing engineering, and medical technology. Excellence in STEM Partnership Award The Excellence in STEM Partnership Award recognizes an established partnership that prioritizes a commitment to STEM education. Partners may include industry, higher education, community partners, or a partnership within the arts. This year, the Ohio STEM Learning Network honors the partnership between the Cleveland Museum of Art and Incarnate Word Academy in Parma Heights, Ohio. The Cleveland Museum of Art collaborates with Incarnate Word Academy to integrate arts across the curriculum, enhancing STEAM education through professional development and shared learning experiences. This partnership fosters a unified vision of "STEAM for all," engaging students with real-world applications of art and STEM. Students explore diverse careers in the art world, interacting with museum professionals. Elementary students complete problem-based learning units on topics like stewardship and landfills while older students explore concepts of identity. The partnership extends beyond the classroom, offering experiences at the museum including Parade the Circle. Outstanding Service Award The Outstanding Service Award honors one individual each year who goes above and beyond their role to advance access to quality STEM education for all Ohio students. Sam Crews is the Director of the Akron Hub of the Ohio STEM Learning Network, based out of Akron Public Schools. For over a decade, Crews has led the Akron Hub, where he has been instrumental in supporting school leaders and educators on their journey to achieving schoolwide STEM implementation, fostering a diverse array of new STEM schools along the way. He has personally led the expansion of new STEM education professional development programs for local educators. A tireless advocate, Crews has built a community of collaborators working together to ensure that all students, regardless of background, have access to transformative STEM learning experiences. About the Ohio STEM Learning Network The Ohio STEM Learning Network is committed to helping the State of Ohio inspire and train the next generation of innovative leaders. The network operates as a public-private partnership between the State of Ohio and Battelle. About Battelle Every day, the people of Battelle apply science and technology to solving what matters most. At major technology centers and national laboratories around the world, Battelle conducts research and development, designs and manufactures products, and delivers critical services for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio since its founding in 1929, Battelle serves the national security, health and life sciences, and energy and environmental industries. For more information, visit View source version on Contacts Media Contact Katy Delaney, 614-424-7208, delaneyk@ Sign in to access your portfolio
