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Time of India
2 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Sree Chitra completes six new tech transfers
Thiruvananthapuram: The Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences (SCTIMST), which has a long history of technology transfers and commercialisation of medical devices and biomaterials, made six new technological transfers, including a deep brain stimulator. The indigenous development of a deep brain stimulator is for managing movement disorders such as Parkinson's disease and dystonia. The project was initiated with support from the technical research centre of the department of science and technology, Govt of India. Another technology transfer made is the "mice transfer and enrichment box-tunnel system with securing gates." Laboratory mice constitute over 87% of the total laboratory animals used in research. The test results using this system show that it can not only reduce stress during handling and cage shifting of animals but also act as an enrichment material inside the cage to reduce fighting behaviour and other unwanted behaviour observed in laboratory mice. The "plasma proteins fibrinogen, thrombin albumin and IVIG" technology is a small-scale fractionation of plasma to obtain four plasma proteins: Fibrinogen, Thrombin, Albumin, and Immunoglobulin. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Fibrinogen concentrate and thrombin are two major proteins of blood plasma. It has enormous potential in the preparation of wound healing matrices, tissue adhesives, and haemostats. Albumin is used as a replacement therapy in cases where blood volume loss occurs, liver diseases, and cancer. Two main uses for IVIG are as replacement therapy in primary or acquired antibody deficiency disorders and as immunomodulatory agents in patients with autoimmune or inflammatory conditions, and it has enormous potential. The "intracranial and subdural electrodes" technology are critical tools in neurology essential for electrocorticography and targeted cortical stimulation. But globally sourced electrodes are prohibitively expensive, limiting access in many parts of the world. To address this need, an indigenous development initiative was launched. The "chitosan-based antioxidant polymeric wound dressings for controlled antibiotic delivery" is an advanced wound care material intended for treating chronic and infected wounds. The last technology transfer made was on the reference materials for biological evaluations. For meeting the regulatory requirements in biocompatibility evaluations, as per international standards ISO 10993, a proof of concept project under TRC was completed at calibration cell, SCTIMST, for the development and standardisation of in-house reference biomaterials.
GMA Network
3 days ago
- Politics
- GMA Network
Ruffy Biazon to appeal Sandiganbayan ruling on graft case
The team of reelected Mayor Ruffy Biazon said they will be filing a motion for reconsideration, seeking the anti-graft court to re-examine the ruling and citing his right to due process. Muntinlupa Mayor Rozzano Rufino 'Ruffy' Biazon over the weekend said he will appeal Sandiganbayan's ruling that found him, along with five other respondents including businesswoman Janet Napoles, guilty of graft in connection to the alleged misuse of the priority development assistance fund (PDAF) in 2007. In a statement issued by his spokesperson Atty. Mitchell-David Espiritu, the reelected mayor's team said they will be filing a motion for reconsideration, seeking the anti-graft court to re-examine the ruling and citing his right to due process. 'We respect the Sandiganbayan's decision as part of our justice system. However, we are surprised by the outcome, especially since Mayor Ruffy was previously acquitted of similar charges involving public funds,' Espiritu said in Filipino in a post on Biazon's official Facebook page. 'We remain hopeful that, like the earlier cases, Mayor Ruffy will ultimately be acquitted once due process has been completed. We intend to explore all legal remedies, beginning with a motion for reconsideration,' he added. Biazon, along with businesswoman Janet Napoles and former government agency Technology Resource Center (TRC) officials Dennis Cunanan, Maria Rosalinda Lacsamana, and Evelyn De Leon were sentenced to six to eight years in jail and perpetual disqualification from public office after being found guilty of the Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act. Court records showed that whistleblower Benhur Luy said Biazon received some P1.950 million through an authorized representative, and the public funds from Biazon's PDAF went to Napoles-run Philippine Social Development Foundation Inc. (PSDFI), a corporate entity that could not have been physically located at its declared address. Biazon, for his part, argued that he merely endorsed the non-government organization (MGO) to the TRC, and that his signature was forged by the whistleblower. The court meanwhile found that Biazon's endorsement functioned more as an instruction than a recommendation, and that there was no substantial evidence that he took steps to dispute or report the alleged forgery. 'Mayor Ruffy will continue to uphold the law — the same law that grants him the right to defend himself and to clear his name of these accusations,' Espiritu said. 'According to the law, Mayor Ruffy will stay in his post and fulfill the mandate entrusted to him by the people of Muntinlupa,' he added. —RF, GMA Integrated News
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
TRC ranked #6 in Environment Analyst's U.S. Environmental and Sustainability Consulting Market Assessment
The report identifies the key players in the U.S. environmental & sustainability (E&S) consulting market by E&S consulting revenue. WINDSOR, Conn., May 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- TRC Companies, Inc. (TRC), a global professional services firm providing integrated strategy, consulting, engineering and applied technologies in support of the energy transition, ranked #6 in Environment Analyst's U.S. Environmental & Sustainability Consulting Market Assessment. The report, researched and curated by Environment Analyst, provides critical insights into market dynamics, industry rankings, revenue breakdowns, M&A activity and forecasted growth. "Earning the #6 spot reflects TRC's commitment to creating new pathways for our clients to thrive in a rapidly changing environment," said Christopher Vincze, Chairman and CEO of TRC. "It's an honor for our team and a testament to the impact we can have as we make the Earth a better place to live." The report is based on data from 27 leading U.S. E&S consulting firms that account for 80 percent of the total U.S. market, with a combined revenue of $18.9bn in 2023. The data featured in the report for the U.S. top 27 leading companies is based on figures for their financial year ending in 2023 (2024 for the companies with FY ending in March). About TRC CompaniesTRC stands for adaptability. With direction setting perspectives and partnerships, our 8,000+ tested practitioners in advisory, consulting, construction, engineering and management services deliver unique resolutions that answer any built or natural imperative. By creating new pathways for the world to thrive, we help our clients adapt to change and achieve long-lasting results while solving the challenges of making the Earth a better place to live — community by community and project by project. TRC is ranked #17 on ENR's list of the Top 500 Design Firms, #5 for Power and #3 for Transmission & Distribution. Learn more at and follow us on LinkedIn. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE TRC Companies, Inc.
IOL News
6 days ago
- Politics
- IOL News
Ramaphosa appoints Judge Sisi Khampepe to probe decades of apartheid-era justice delays
At the first sitting of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, in East London in April 1996, chairman Archbishop Desmond Tutu and deputy chairman Alex Boraine hear evidence from the family of the Cradock Four, Mathew Goniwe, Fort Calata, Sparrow Mkonto and Sicelo Mhlauli, who were tortured and murdered by the apartheid state's security police while on their way home from a meeting on the night of June 27, 1985. South Africa has failed to deliver justice for the very victims whose voices were courageously amplified during the TRC process, says the writer. Image: Independent Media Archives President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed retired Constitutional Court Judge Sisi Khampepe to chair the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) Inquiry into prosecutorial and investigation delays into apartheid era crimes. Khampepe will be assisted by retired Judge President Frans Diale Kgomo and Adv Andrea Gabriel SC. The commission will cover the period from 2003 to the present. Ramaphosa has signed a proclamation for the establishment of a judicial commission of inquiry to determine whether attempts were made to prevent the investigation and prosecution of apartheid-era crimes. In a statement by the presidency, the establishment of the commission of inquiry is part of an agreement reached in settlement discussions in a court application brought by families of victims of apartheid-era crimes. Ramaphosa said: 'For many years, there have been allegations of interference in these cases. This alleged interference is seen as the cause of an unacceptable delay in the investigation and prosecution of brutal crimes committed under apartheid. This has caused the families of victims great anguish and frustration. 'All affected families – and indeed all South Africans – deserve closure and justice. A commission of inquiry with broad and comprehensive terms of reference is an opportunity to establish the truth and provide guidance on any further action that needs to be taken.' Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. 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Should the state take action—like more investigations or prosecutions—against anyone who broke the law? Should any person receive constitutional damages, and if so, how much? Victims and their families with a vested interest in TRC cases, including those involved in the current legal proceedings, are among the key stakeholders. The Commission of Inquiry, established by agreement between the families and the government, has six months to complete its work and must submit its report within 60 days thereafter. While both sides agreed to the commission's formation, unresolved issues remain—the government sees them as commission matters, while families seek court adjudication. As the commission began its work, the government welcomed the NPA and SAPS's commitment to investigating and prosecuting unresolved TRC cases, with dedicated resources already in place for priority matters. Ramaphosa emphasised the importance of holding those who committed apartheid-era crimes without amnesty accountable and expressed hope that the inquiry would help uncover the truth and bring closure to a painful chapter in the nation's history. IOL Politics
Scoop
7 days ago
- General
- Scoop
UN Awards 2025 Mandela Prize To Brenda Reynolds And Kennedy Odede
28 May 2025 Secretary-General António Guterres will present the award to Brenda Reynolds and Kennedy Odede on 18 July, Nelson Mandela International Day. Established in 2014, the prize is awarded every five years to two individuals whose work reflects the late South African President's legacy of leadership, humility, service, and unity across borders. 'This year's Mandela prize winners embody the spirit of unity and possibility – reminding us how we all have the power to shape stronger communities and a better world,' said Mr. Guterres. Brenda Reynolds A Status Treaty member of the Fishing Lake Saulteaux First Nation in Saskatchewan, Canada, Brenda Reynolds has spent decades advancing Indigenous rights, mental health, and trauma-informed care. In 1988, she supported 17 teenage girls in the first residential school sexual abuse case in Saskatchewan. Later, she became a special adviser to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC), helping shape survivor support and trauma responses. She is most recognised for her key role in Canada's court-ordered Indian Residential Schools Settlement Agreement and her subsequent development of the Indian Residential School Resolution Health Support Program—a national initiative offering culturally grounded mental health care for survivors and families. In 2023, she was invited by the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights and the European Union to share her expertise on trauma and cultural genocide. Kennedy Odede Living in Kenya's Kibera Slum for 23 years, Kennedy Odede went from living on the street at 10 years old to global recognition when he was named one of TIME magazine's 2024 100 Most Influential People. His journey began with a small act: saving his meagre factory earnings to buy a soccer ball and bring his community together. That spark grew into Shining Hope for Communities (SHOFCO), a grassroots movement he now leads as CEO. SHOFCO operates in 68 locations across Kenya, empowering local groups and delivering vital services to over 2.4 million people every year. Mr. Odede is also a New York Times bestselling co-author and holds roles with USAID, the World Economic Forum, the Obama Foundation, and the Clinton Global Initiative.
