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Business Wire
15-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
EyeDura's Sustained-Release Eye Drop Technology Wins Double Industry Honors
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--EyeDura Therapeutics Inc. ( a developer of preservative-free sustained release ophthalmic therapies, announced that it received top recognition at two major industry forums among a field of innovative ophthalmic startup companies. EyeDura won The Winning Pitch challenge at SightLine during the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) conference and earned both the Judge's Choice and People's Choice awards at the Octane Ophthalmology Technology Forum. EyeDura's Topical Sustained Release technology is designed to address two significant challenges in ophthalmic care, which are suboptimal patient compliance and high treatment cost. Conventional eye drop treatments often require multiple daily doses, contributing to compliance rates as low as 60 percent and increasing healthcare expenses. The EyeDura platform utilizes a lipid-based, high-viscosity formulation that integrates into the tear film's lipid layer. During blinking, the aqueous layer is selectively removed while the lipid layer and medication remain, creating a stable depot that delivers therapeutic levels for seven days or longer from a single drop. "These awards reflect the strength of our platform technology and the progress of our development efforts," said Srini Venkatesh, CEO of EyeDura. "The endorsement from both expert judges and industry peers reinforces that we're addressing pressing challenges in ophthalmic drug delivery, especially as we advance our lead program, EYED-002 for neurotrophic keratitis, toward IND submission in Q3 2026." Neurotrophic keratitis is a rare but serious ocular disease affecting approximately 71,000 diagnosed patients in the U.S. Current treatments are limited in availability and difficult to administer, creating significant patient burden. In a recent preliminary study, EyeDura demonstrated complete healing of epithelial defects in all 10 patients enrolled in the study using insulin delivered via the platform — requiring only two drops per week over a four-week period. "Our experienced team has developed a platform that represents a true breakthrough in ocular drug delivery," said William Link, chairman of EyeDura's Board of Directors. "This technology doesn't just improve dosing convenience. It has the potential to reduce the healthcare burden by improving patient compliance and enabling better therapeutic outcomes. Our guiding philosophy is that patients shouldn't have to suffer, and advanced therapeutics should integrate seamlessly into their lives." In addition to neurotrophic keratitis, EyeDura's platform has shown promise across other anterior and posterior ophthalmic applications. The company has demonstrated proof-of-concept for dry eye disease and has successfully delivered insulin and axitinib to treat posterior eye tissues, pointing to future applications for neuroprotection and age-related macular degeneration. EyeDura is pursuing strategic collaborations with ophthalmic pharmaceutical partners interested in leveraging the platform for pipeline products and life cycle management. The company is also preparing for a $25 million Series A fundraise in 2026 to support advancement of its lead neurotrophic keratitis program. About EyeDura EyeDura Therapeutics Inc. ( is a seed-funded ophthalmic pharmaceutical company developing preservative-free topical sustained-release eye drops that target both anterior and posterior segment diseases. Cofounded by Dr. John Vukich and Dr. Kevin Waltz, the company developed its Topical Sustained Release technology to deliver therapeutic levels of active pharmaceutical ingredients for seven days or longer from a single dose. The platform is compatible with most active pharmaceutical ingredients currently used in ophthalmic products, including both small molecules and biologics. EyeDura's lead program, EYED-002, is developing insulin for neurotrophic keratitis, with IND submission planned for Q3 2026. The technology is protected by a global patent portfolio through 2044, with coverage across the U.S., Europe, China, Japan, and other key markets.
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Trust & Will's ‘Make It Count' Campaign Wins Creative Awards
Digital estate planning leader Trust & Will earns national recognition for a TV campaign reshaping estate planning conversations. MINNEAPOLIS, May 02, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Trust & Will, the industry leader in digital estate planning, has earned multiple awards recognizing excellence in media strategy and creative execution for its "Make it Count" campaign, developed in partnership with TV agency Marketing Architects. The campaign won first place in the TV or Interactive/Enhanced TV category at the MediaPost Planning & Buying Awards. It also received Gold in the Television category at the FCS Portfolio Awards, along with the night's highest honor, Judge's Choice. Launched in March 2024, "Make it Count" brings a refreshingly warm and witty tone to the uncomfortable topic of planning for one's death. Through relatable scenarios and a likeable spokesperson, the campaign highlights the importance of turning intention into legal action—because "it doesn't count unless you make it official." "Make it Count" debuted with two TV commercials, "Kids" and "Car," and later expanded with "Dock" and "Vacationing Parents." The campaign resonated deeply with audiences, leading to a 30% increase in response rate over previous TV efforts and significant lift in purchase intent. "We're incredibly grateful for this recognition. It reinforces our belief that estate planning can be both approachable and deeply meaningful," says Dale Sperling, Chief Marketing Officer at Trust & Will. "With 'Make it Count,' we set out to tell universal stories in a way that feels human and relatable. Being honored for that work is a powerful reminder that connecting through honesty, humor, and heart really does resonate." "Many people think they've taken care of what happens to their assets or kids just because they had a heart-to-heart with a relative," says Vivienne Wan, VP Creative at Marketing Architects. "We leaned into this truth by creating a spokesperson who interrupts these sweet-yet-ineffectual moments. He's like a good-humored coach bringing wisdom, but also lightness, to a heavy topic." "Trust & Will's goal was to change the narrative around end-of-life planning," adds Elena Petukhova, VP Client Growth at Marketing Architects. "Through TV, we were able to deliver their message at scale while building trust in a historically offline category." Blending performance and brand building, "Make it Count" helped position Trust & Will as the modern solution for estate planning. The campaign's success demonstrates the power of thoughtful storytelling and the enduring impact of TV. About Trust & Will Founded in 2017, Trust & Will is the leading digital estate planning platform in the U.S., trusted by over one million individuals and families. Our simple, secure, and attorney-approved online solutions help Americans easily create wills, trusts, healthcare directives, and other essential estate planning documents tailored to state-specific laws. With a focus on easy access and a guided experience, we're transforming how families plan for the future and protect their legacies. Our platform supports 17,000+ financial advisors, along with 150+ enterprise partners and financial institutions, including AARP, Fifth Third Bank, LPL Financial, UBS, and USAA. We empower professionals to integrate estate planning into their client services, enabling multi-generational wealth planning. With more than one million users and $100+ billion in self-reported estate assets, Trust & Will is redefining estate planning as a relationship-deepening driver of financial wellness. Recognized for innovation and leadership, Trust & Will has earned spots on the CNBC Disruptor 50, Inc. 5000, and Deloitte Technology Fast 500™ lists. Learn more at Trust & Will is an online service providing legal forms and information. Trust & Will is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. About Marketing Architects Marketing Architects is an All-Inclusive TV agency that rebuilt the traditional agency model to help brands drive profitable growth. Founded in Minneapolis, Marketing Architects has spent 25 years building homegrown technology to solve TV's pricing, measurement and scale challenges. For more information, please visit View source version on Contacts Media Contacts Trust & WillMark LoCastroSenior Director, Public Relations & Communicationspr@ Marketing ArchitectsElena JasperCMOejasper@ Sign in to access your portfolio
Zawya
31-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Apex Lin, Pang-Soong Receives Special Jury Award from Asia Design Prize, Recognizing His Long-term Contributions to Asian Design
TAIPEI, TAIWAN - Media OutReach Newswire - 31 March 2025 - The 2025 ADP (Asia Design Prize) has awarded the "Judge's Choice" to Apex Lin, Pang-Soong, Chair Professor at Asia University in Taiwan, in recognition of his long-term contributions to promoting Asian design development and international visibility through design practice, design education, and design promotion. The Asia Design Prize, established in 2016, is a collaborative initiative between Japanese and Korean design communities aimed at discovering outstanding design works across Asia. The competition is organized by the Korean design media company "DESIGNSORI" and strives to create a world-class design award. Competition categories include Industrial Design, Space/Architecture Design, Communication Design, and Social Impact. In 2025, a total of 1,879 entries were received from 22 countries, with only 304 works selected as winners. This year's jury consisted of 42 experts from different countries, with Dr. Kim Hyun-Sun, President of the Korean Federation of Design Associations, serving as the jury chair. The award ceremony was held on March 26 at the Four Seasons Hotel in Seoul, bringing together award recipients from around the world. In 2024, ADP presented its first "Judge's Choice" to Professor Kim Nando of Seoul National University in Korea, recognizing his dedication to advancing market consumer trend research. The 2025 ADP "Judge's Choice" was presented to Apex Lin primarily to recognize his long-term artistic and design work featuring Taiwan's island image. He has not only established a clear personal identification symbol but has also promoted Taiwan's image globally, transcending design services for clients and markets to present deeper philosophical thinking. As this year's jury chair, President Kim Hyun-Sun wrote in the award citation: "Design is not merely about form, but a creative act that can interpret trends of the times and pioneer the future... Professor Lin Pang-Soong's design philosophy goes beyond simple visual expression to become a powerful medium for sharing cultural values and leading social change, presenting works that transcend eras with outstanding creativity and design insight. These achievements have not only created aesthetic value but have also established an identity for Asian design and made important contributions to elevating the status of Asian design in the global design field." In addition to his personal creative achievements, Apex Lin has long directed arts and design talent cultivation programs for Taiwan's Ministry of Education. Among these, the "Taiwan International Design Strategy Initiative (IDC): Encouraging Students to Participate in International Art and Design Competitions" has, from 2006 to 2024, helped Taiwanese students win over 1,920 awards in global design competitions, including more than 300 bronze or higher-level awards, demonstrating Taiwan's design strength on the global stage. Since 2014, he has consecutively organized the "Design Power from Asia" lecture and workshop series for 11 years, inviting over 70 distinguished designers from 20 countries to Taiwan to conduct international design forums and workshops. This provides Taiwanese teachers and students the opportunity to receive direct guidance from globally renowned designers, establishing a solid foundation for Taiwan's design education and building bridges for design exchange between Taiwan and the world. Since 2008, Apex Lin has directed the "TISDC Taiwan International Student Design Competition" for Taiwan's Ministry of Education, with sponsorship from the iSee Taiwan Foundation and the Sayling Wen Cultural & Educational Foundation. Each year, the competition invites collaboration from 21 international design organizations across five continents, including WDO, Cumulus, BEDA, NY ADC, JDP, DBCS, and PADI, creating a design platform that offers fair competition and exposure opportunities for students worldwide. TISDC annually receives entries from over 60 countries and regions, representing more than 1,000 academic institutions, with approximately 20,000 submissions. It has become a collaborative platform for global design leaders to regularly visit Taiwan for in-depth design exchanges, evolving into a significant event in the Asian design community. This prestigious "ADP Judge's Choice" represents a significant milestone in recognizing Professor Lin's lifetime of dedication to design. Beyond honoring his personal achievements, ADP acknowledges his pivotal role in elevating Taiwan's design presence on the global stage and his enduring contributions to Asian design development. Through his visionary leadership and unwavering commitment, Lin has not only shaped Taiwan's design landscape but has also inspired a new generation of designers across Asia, cementing his legacy as one of the region's most influential design #AsiaDesignPrize #ADP The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. Chinese Corporate Image Development Association
Associated Press
31-03-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Apex Lin, Pang-Soong Receives Special Jury Award from Asia Design Prize, Recognizing His Long-term Contributions to Asian Design
TAIPEI, TAIWAN - Media OutReach Newswire - 31 March 2025 - The 2025 ADP (Asia Design Prize) has awarded the 'Judge's Choice' to Apex Lin, Pang-Soong, Chair Professor at Asia University in Taiwan, in recognition of his long-term contributions to promoting Asian design development and international visibility through design practice, design education, and design promotion. Dr. Kim Hyun-Sun, chairman of the 2025 Asia Design Prize Jury, awarded the Judge's Choice to Apex Lin, Chair professor of Asia University in Taiwan, in recognition of his long-term contribution to Asian design. The Asia Design Prize, established in 2016, is a collaborative initiative between Japanese and Korean design communities aimed at discovering outstanding design works across Asia. The competition is organized by the Korean design media company 'DESIGNSORI' and strives to create a world-class design award. Competition categories include Industrial Design, Space/Architecture Design, Communication Design, and Social Impact. In 2025, a total of 1,879 entries were received from 22 countries, with only 304 works selected as winners. This year's jury consisted of 42 experts from different countries, with Dr. Kim Hyun-Sun, President of the Korean Federation of Design Associations, serving as the jury chair. The award ceremony was held on March 26 at the Four Seasons Hotel in Seoul, bringing together award recipients from around the world. In 2024, ADP presented its first 'Judge's Choice' to Professor Kim Nando of Seoul National University in Korea, recognizing his dedication to advancing market consumer trend research. The 2025 ADP 'Judge's Choice' was presented to Apex Lin primarily to recognize his long-term artistic and design work featuring Taiwan's island image. He has not only established a clear personal identification symbol but has also promoted Taiwan's image globally, transcending design services for clients and markets to present deeper philosophical thinking. As this year's jury chair, President Kim Hyun-Sun wrote in the award citation: 'Design is not merely about form, but a creative act that can interpret trends of the times and pioneer the future... Professor Lin Pang-Soong's design philosophy goes beyond simple visual expression to become a powerful medium for sharing cultural values and leading social change, presenting works that transcend eras with outstanding creativity and design insight. These achievements have not only created aesthetic value but have also established an identity for Asian design and made important contributions to elevating the status of Asian design in the global design field.' In addition to his personal creative achievements, Apex Lin has long directed arts and design talent cultivation programs for Taiwan's Ministry of Education. Among these, the 'Taiwan International Design Strategy Initiative (IDC): Encouraging Students to Participate in International Art and Design Competitions' has, from 2006 to 2024, helped Taiwanese students win over 1,920 awards in global design competitions, including more than 300 bronze or higher-level awards, demonstrating Taiwan's design strength on the global stage. Since 2014, he has consecutively organized the 'Design Power from Asia' lecture and workshop series for 11 years, inviting over 70 distinguished designers from 20 countries to Taiwan to conduct international design forums and workshops. This provides Taiwanese teachers and students the opportunity to receive direct guidance from globally renowned designers, establishing a solid foundation for Taiwan's design education and building bridges for design exchange between Taiwan and the world. Since 2008, Apex Lin has directed the 'TISDC Taiwan International Student Design Competition' for Taiwan's Ministry of Education, with sponsorship from the iSee Taiwan Foundation and the Sayling Wen Cultural & Educational Foundation. Each year, the competition invites collaboration from 21 international design organizations across five continents, including WDO, Cumulus, BEDA, NY ADC, JDP, DBCS, and PADI, creating a design platform that offers fair competition and exposure opportunities for students worldwide. TISDC annually receives entries from over 60 countries and regions, representing more than 1,000 academic institutions, with approximately 20,000 submissions. It has become a collaborative platform for global design leaders to regularly visit Taiwan for in-depth design exchanges, evolving into a significant event in the Asian design community. This prestigious 'ADP Judge's Choice' represents a significant milestone in recognizing Professor Lin's lifetime of dedication to design. Beyond honoring his personal achievements, ADP acknowledges his pivotal role in elevating Taiwan's design presence on the global stage and his enduring contributions to Asian design development. Through his visionary leadership and unwavering commitment, Lin has not only shaped Taiwan's design landscape but has also inspired a new generation of designers across Asia, cementing his legacy as one of the region's most influential design #AsiaDesignPrize #ADP The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
Yahoo
27-01-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Veterans chili cook-off fundraiser held in Westover
WESTOVER, (WBOY) — Sunday was a day full of chili and motorcycles at Triple S Harley-Davidson in Westover, where the dealership hosted a chili cook-off to fund activities for local veterans and first responders. The event was held to benefit ActiVet, a Morgantown-based charity that works as a support system for veterans and first responders in north central West Virginia. 12 News spoke with ActiVet President and CEO Charles Ghuste, who took a leading role in the organization after his son CJ, a decorated army veteran, was tragically killed in a motorcycle accident. '[CJ] came back and he said 'Dad, we gotta do something for veterans,'' Ghuste said. 'Anything to get the veterans out to do things so that they're not sitting at home thinking about bad stuff.' ActiVet organizes group outings that are completely free for veterans and first responders to attend. These events include things like sporting events, recreational sports teams, fishing trips, paintball, cookouts, bowling and more. 'Any first responders, any veterans in your family, or friends, anybody that you know of, please let 'em know about us,' Ghuste said. 'It doesn't cost them anything to come out and hang out with us, […] we don't pressure people, we let people come out; if they want to talk, they can talk, if they don't, that's fine too.' Scouts hone their winter survival skills in Doddridge County Jennifer Sutherland, a staff member at Triple S Harley-Davidson, told 12 News that the cook-off had raised more the $2,000 before the event had even ended, and 12 News sales staff member Rod Jacques won Judge's Choice in the chili cook-off. If you or someone you know is interested in attending an ActiVet event, you can find a calendar of upcoming events along with more information about the organization on the ActiVet website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
