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Patterns of Functional Redundancy and Anaerobic Metabolic Potential Characterise the Skin Microbiome of a Critically Endangered Sawfish
1 Introduction Globally, animal and plant species face unprecedented conservation challenges as human activities instigate widespread alterations to natural environments, leading to biodiversity decline (Keck et al. 2025). Despite our best efforts, many protected species, including large vertebrates, continue to decline (McCauley et al. 2015; Darwall et al. 2018), suggesting unseen biological processes are failing well before impacts are observed.
PCR177 REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE AND BURDEN OF FATIGUE IN NARCOLEPSY AND IDIOPATHIC HYPERSOMNIA: SURVEY RESULTS FROM THE ASPIRE STUDY
People living with narcolepsy and idiopathic hypersomnia (IH) often report fatigue, characterized by exhaustion and low energy, as a common and debilitating symptom. We evaluated the association of fatigue with work productivity and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) among individuals diagnosed with narcolepsy type 1 (NT1), narcolepsy type 2 (NT2), and IH.
PCR52 REAL-WORLD SYMPTOMS AND IMPACTS OF NARCOLEPSY AND IDIOPATHIC HYPERSOMNIA: QUALITATIVE RESULTS USING SOCIAL MEDIA LISTENING METHODS
Narcolepsy type 1 (NT1), narcolepsy type 2 (NT2), and idiopathic hypersomnia (IH) are rare, chronic sleep disorders characterized by excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS). Patients also experience other symptoms that may affect daily life. Unlike previous studies evaluating narcolepsy/IH symptoms and impacts that have primarily relied on surveys or interviews, this study used social media listening methods to collect additional real-world data on patients’ experiences.
Apartment Competition and the RealPage Case
By: Michael Doane, Luke M. Froeb, D. Daniel Sokol & Steven T. Tschantz* I. Introduction Between October 2025 and early 2026, the DOJ settled with RealPage and two of its largest landlord customers, and a federal court preliminarily approved twenty-six class-action settlements with renters, with no fines on RealPage, no admission of wrongdoing, and no judicial finding of a Sherman Act violation. The central question of whether algorithmic pricing raised rents remains unanswered.
Treatment Patterns and Outcomes from OASIS: A Prospective Observational Study of Long-Acting Injectables in Schizophrenia
Abstract Purpose OASIS (NCT03919994) was a prospective, observational study designed to provide insights on real-world outcomes associated with atypical long-acting injectable (LAI) antipsychotic medications. Patients and Methods OASIS (March 2019–January 2023) was conducted across 63 US sites.
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Syngenta Group and The Nature Conservancy (TNC) extend collaboration Syngenta Group / Key word(s): Miscellaneous Syngenta Group and The Nature Conservancy (TNC) extend collaboration 23.05.2024 / 08:00 CET/CEST ____________________________________________________________ * Strengthening of a unique NGO-corporation collaboration model that links conservation goals with economic potential and addresses societal issues like deforestation and land degradation.
Emergent community architecture despite distinct diversity in the global whale shark (Rhincodon typus) epidermal microbiome - Scientific Reports
Abstract Microbiomes confer beneficial physiological traits to their host, but microbial diversity is inherently variable, challenging the relationship between microbes and their contribution to host health. Here, we compare the diversity and architectural complexity of the epidermal microbiome from 74 individual whale sharks (Rhincodon typus) across five aggregations globally to determine if network properties may be more indicative of the microbiome-host relationship.
Burden of chronic cough in the UK: results from the 2018 National Health and Wellness Survey
Methods The NHWS survey assessed demographics, health and wellness history and HCRU. The NHWS survey included validated patient-reported health outcome instruments. Health-related QoL was measured using the Medical Outcomes Study 12-item Short Form Survey Version 2 (SF-12v2; QualityMetric Inc., Lincoln, RI, USA) [23], the six-dimensional health state short form (SF-6D) [24] and the EuroQol 5-Dimension Health Questionnaire (EQ-5D) (EQ-5D-5LTM; EuroQol Research Foundation) [25].
Disentangling the impacts of macroalgae on corals via effects on their microbiomes
1. Introduction Microbiomes can alter the development, health, function, and behavior of humans and other hosts (Markle et al., 2013; McFall-Ngai et al., 2013; Gensollen et al., 2016).
Obesity Among People With Bipolar I Disorder
Introduction People living with bipolar I disorder (BD-I) have an increased risk of obesity compared with the general population.1 Increased body weight is a significant risk factor for developing cardiovascular disease, a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in people with BD-I.2–4 Higher body mass index (BMI), specifically obesity, is associated with adverse cardiometabolic outcomes, including hypertension, dyslipidemia, type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease, and stroke.5 Genetic and...
Identification of coral disease within the high-latitude reef, Lord Howe Island Marine Park
1 Introduction The Anthropocene is characterised by a global degradation of coral reefs (Pratchett et al., 2014; Hughes et al., 2018). The widespread degradation of coral reefs is due to local-scale stressors such as water pollution, habitat degradation, invasive species domination and overfishing (Wilkinson, 2000; Carpenter et al., 2008) and global scale stressors resulting from climate change (Hoegh-Guldberg et al., 2007).
Healthcare 2030: 3 trends that will impact healthcare in the next decade
Written by Michael Doane, Staff Writer The world is speeding up. Tech adoption is at an all-time high. Data is more accessible than ever. There are huge opportunities for healthcare organizations to ride the wave of these emerging trends and position themselves for success in the next decade and beyond.
How To Collect Feedback After Your Online Event
Online event feedback is imperative in terms of finding out how your event performed and understanding what changes to make for your next event. https://unsplash.com/photos/smgTvepind4 Online events have been growing in popularity for a number of years now. However, the pandemic has certainly accelerated this trend. In fact, 93% of organisers have stated they plan to invest in virtual events moving forward.
Cadmium Acquires EventRebels
EventRebels, a Hybrid Events Software and Registration Provider, Adds New Capabilities to Cadmium's All-in-One Events & Learning Platform BALTIMORE, MD — Cadmium, a leading events and learning platform, today announced that it has acquired EventRebels, a Baltimore, Maryland-based events and registration software company primarily serving the conference and trade show markets.
How SLAS Delivered Value to Attendees and Exhibitors with Matchmaking Tools at Their Annual Event
Written by CadmiumCD Contributor Pamela Shigeoka This article is based on an earlier webinar. View the recording here. SLAS, the Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening, has been a CadmiumCD client for going on 10 years. When the coronavirus pandemic struck, it disrupted SLAS's events in much the same way that it did the whole events industry. They found themselves switching from in-person conferences to a virtual platform.
Cadmium names Jim Obsitnik as CEO and Mike Dunn as CFO after a Record Year of Growth
Jim Obsitnik and Mike Dunn Join the Cadmium Executive Leadership Team, Backed by Symphony Technology Group’s Deep Pool of Capital Symphony Technology Group (STG) announced the addition of two seasoned software industry veterans – Jim Obsitnik as CEO and Mike Dunn as CFO – to an executive leadership team created to combine the recent acquisitions of CadmiumCD, EthosCE, Warpwire, and CommPartners.
Introducing the New Abstract Scorecard Review Site
The latest version of the Abstract Scorecard Review Site is now available to all clients. This latest update includes the following features: Mobile Responsive Design VPAT Certification: WCAG 2.1 Accessibility New User Experience for Reviewers Additional Scorecard Types This version of the Abstract Scorecard Review Site been in beta since August with select CadmiumCD clients who volunteered to test these update before the official product launch.
Combating Desertification & Land Degradation
We all have special days in our lives that we remember and celebrate – birthdays, anniversaries, holidays – as well as those remarkable people who always remember these special days and surprise us with a telephone call or a thoughtful card. I’ll admit I don’t routinely fill this role, but today I’m happy to remind everyone that June 17, 2020 is indeed a day to remember: the United Nation’s global observance of Desertification and Drought Day.
Know What To Do Before, During, and After Your Event Website Launch (Download the Checklist)
It’s the big day. Only a couple months until your conference and time to launch your event website. Your heart is tied into knots and a rush of anxiety bubbles into your chest as you hover over the publish button. You grip the mouse with white-knuckles then hear the sound of a left-click as if your finger had a mind of its own. “Well, this is it,” you sigh. Then… crickets. You thought a rush of traffic would flood onto your site like 5 o’clock on the beltway.
4 Crucial Elements for Your Event Website
CadmiumCD website experts Erin Fields and Marianne Bryant recently held a webinar on getting the most of your event website. This article brings together their best insights. Branding Your Event Website Why is branding important? Branding isn’t just an added benefit. It’s essential to your event, and especially your event website. Here are a few reasons why: 1.
CadmiumCD Expands eventScribe® to Support Hybrid, Virtual, and Digital Events
A Better Way to Bring Your Conferences and Trade Shows Online Today, CadmiumCD announced its new and improved online events platform to support hybrid, virtual, and digital events. The platform takes the best of CadmiumCD’s event management and attendee engagement software and packages it with brand new online conference and trade show features.
USTR Seeks Public Comments for Possible COVID-19-Related China Tariff Modifications | JD Supra
Updated: May 25, 2018: JD Supra is a legal publishing service that connects experts and their content with broader audiences of professionals, journalists and associations.
CadmiumCD Prepared to Transition Clients to Virtual Events
Event Management Software Company Is Committed to Client Success FOREST HILL, MD — Event software company, CadmiumCD, today announced that they are fully prepared to support conferences that decide to transition to virtual events in the wake of COVID-19. “We’ve been hard at work, creating both new product features and resources for clients who wish to use our products for their virtual events,” said CadmiumCD CEO, Michelle Wyatt in a personal letter to clients on Monday.
Take Control of Your Conference Content (Essential Tips for Savvy Event Managers)
CadmiumCD Project Manager Christine Revitte isn’t someone who takes event management lightly. Experience has taught her it’s a serious business. Her work on CadmiumCD’s CadCon users group, and previous experience as a meeting planner at top companies like Smith Bucklin and Experient gave her a deeper understanding of how to manage speaker-submitted content and deliver that content to attendees in a meaningful way.
How the Room Check-In Process Works for Accreditation
If your organization hosts educational conferences that offer continuing education credits, then you know all about the accreditation process. It’s not always easy. Luckily, we’ve found that tying room check-in with session evaluations and certificates makes it a little simpler.
How AUA Tracks Learner Retention with Live Polling
Founded in 1902, the American Urological Association (AUA) is a premier urologic association, providing invaluable support to the urologic community. The AUA Annual Meeting is the largest gathering of urologists in the world, delivering unparalleled access to groundbreaking research, new guidelines, and the latest advances in urologic medicine. Melissa Goodman, AUA Programs Manager, and her team member, Erin Nichols, wanted a better way to track learner retention at the Annual Meeting.
Land Degradation: The History Lesson We Are Still Learning
Michael Doane is a guest columnist for Dirt to Dinner and will be sharing a series of articles on how restoring our lands is the best tool for sustainable food systems. Michael is the Global Managing Director for Sustainable Food and Water for The Nature Conservancy. Michael started farming at a young age and is a partner in his family’s cattle and row crop farming operation located in Kansas.
From process driver to P&L: Making SAP mean “Sweeping Awesome Profits” for your company
Improving P&L results is the bulls-eye of business, but one of the misfortunes for many clients of SAP is a perceived inability to derive measurable value from their investments. Software is acquired and implemented, and, after a period of shakeout and stabilization, it is declared that “things are better” -- an intangible and subjective conclusion that does nothing whatsoever to placate shareholders asking what they got for their investments.
How AVA Improved Their Brand with a Scavenger Hunt
AVA has always hosted a game during their opening reception. Sponsorship Boost worked with AVA to make their exhibitor-sponsored scavenger hunt digital and mobile by using the eventScribe App. AVA had introduced the event app to attendees a few years ago, but continued their paper-based bingo and stamp-style games during the opening reception. Now that attendees are comfortable with the app, they wanted to bake the game right into their attendees’ mobile devices.
How to Leverage Event Software for Marketing
There are endless moving parts when planning and managing a conference or event. Simply getting the logistics together for your event and recruiting sponsors or vendors is a major undertaking. In addition to planning you are also marketing and trying to increase attendee engagement. Luckily, if you are using event software to manage your event, you have a lot of marketing tools at your disposal.
Top 10 Events Industry Blog Posts of the Past Year
Staying on top of industry news lets you stay at the top of your game and keeps your events exciting and fresh. But there’s a lot to keep up with, so we’ve found what we think are the top ten events industry blog posts of the past year. Give these posts a read and tell us what you think! When Trump’s presidency started in January 2017, many were concerned about the new president’s impact on the events industry.
Event Marketing 101: 7 Steps to Event Marketing Magic with Event Tech
This article is based on a presentation given by Michael Doane, CadmiumCD Marketing Manager, and Rachel Vrankin, CadmiumCD Brand Manager, at CadCon 2017. Illustrations by Terrel Sleeter. I hear it all the time. “How do I effectively market my events?” This is one of the greatest challenges meeting planners face. They want to improve app adoption, engage attendees with content and on social media, and increase visibility for their sponsors and exhibitors.
The Comprehensive Guide to Event Tech Integrations | CadmiumCD
This article was written by CadmiumCD Product Specialist, Jane Gilbert, and based on a presentation given by CadmiumCD Developer, Ariyo Shahry. With all the talk about integration recently, we wanted to clear the air and answer some of the most frequently asked questions (FAQs) about conference and trade show software integrations. This article is based on a presentation CadmiumCD Developer, Ariyo Shahry, created for our annual users group, CadCon.
Tools to Up Your Marketing Efforts
Planning and managing an event involves endless moving parts, from arranging the logistics, to recruiting sponsors and vendors, to marketing and increasing attendee engagement. Here are some ways you can make the marketing piece a little easier. Before the Event: Use Email to Promote Your Event AppYou usually have to send multiple emails to keep your event top of mind for your database.
Know Your Terms — Types of Integrations | CadmiumCD
Meeting planners these days have more to juggle than ever before. Their newest responsibility is managing integrations between their IT departments and third party vendors. One of the biggest challenges with integrations is understanding the terminology and capabilities of each type. We’ve put together a quick guide that you can refer to if you every feel lost. This guide, of course, is written from the CadmiumCD perspective. Terminology and functionality may differ from vendor to vendor.
From process driver to P&L: Making SAP mean “Sweeping Awesome Profits” for your company
Improving P&L results is the bulls-eye of business, but one of the misfortunes for many clients of SAP is a perceived inability to derive measurable value from their investments. Software is acquired and implemented, and, after a period of shakeout and stabilization, it is declared that “things are better” -- an intangible and subjective conclusion that does nothing whatsoever to placate shareholders asking what they got for their investments.
9 Enhancements To CadmiumCD's Platform in 2017 | CadmiumCD
This article was written by CadmiumCD Contributor, Pamela Shigeoka. CadmiumCD is constantly enhancing and improving their products and technology based on what our clients need for their conferences. Adaptability is key to creating the best experience for show runners, and we listen carefully to what our clients want. In the first half of 2017, we have responded to over 2,500 client development requests. Here’s an overview of the changes we’ve made so far this year.
CadmiumCD Introduces Faster Processing for Conference Content - CadmiumCD
CadmiumCD’s eventScribe App is one of the only event apps that offer a true note-taking experience. Attendees can draw lines and highlight text directly on presentation slides, as well as take typed notes beside the slides. It’s an experience that feels natural and, for many, is unmatched. The challenge for CadmiumCD has always been that this experience takes a lot of work to curate in the background.
No, Taking Notes Is Not Dead – Eventovation Collection
Note-taking may seem like a passive learning experience at first glance. Heads down, silent, just listening. But writing is an active experience. Minds are working, fingers moving. And note-takers aren’t just writing down everything you’re saying. They’re making micro connections to other things they’ve learned or past experiences they’ve had that resonate with what they’re hearing. Younger learners are just as curious and knowledge-driven as previous generations.
Identifying attentional deployment tactics in older adults’ written narratives about emotionally upsetting events
Essays about distressing events written by 58 older adults on three occasions (n?=?174) were coded to identify how older adults responded when confronting an emotionally upsetting event. Participants limited the experience of negative emotion by transitioning from negative to positive aspects of the event within a writing session, and across sessions, switched writing topics and moved from writing about past events to current problems.
Sustaining life from the ground up: The benefits of healthy soil
A new study details the surprising economic and environmental benefits of healthy soil. By Michael Doane, Director, Transforming Working Lands at The Nature Conservancy Healthy soil is the foundation of life on Earth. But what is healthy soil? The U.S. Department of Agriculture defines it as the continued capacity of soil to function as a vital living ecosystem that sustains plants, animals and humans. The key word: living.
Everyone Complains About the Weather: Part 2: Penthouse, Poorhouse, or Courthouse: Where Will Your Project Take You?
All projects are prone to bad weather: the mists of poor scope, the winds of deadline pressures, the thunder of executive oversight, and the rains of team disharmony. And while traditional project management methods go a long way towards mitigating these conditions, the terrible record of rampant project failure described in part 1 of this series still remains.
Conference Management, Event Tech, & Meeting Planning
Today's Guest Post is by Amanda Taylor, former digital marketing manager at KWIPPED.com. Extraordinary project management is only one skill required to be a successful event planner. Professionals in the industry are known for juggling to-do's and sidestepping unpredictable roadblocks with amazing agility. With new technologies emerging every day (some that can make the work life of event planners much easier), it's a good idea to stay on top of current tech trends.
How Writers Conferences Can Afford to Pay Their Speakers (And Why They Should)
When Phillip Pullman resigned his patronage of the Oxford Literary Festival, he took a stand for all authors. Think about it: authors are the bread and butter of lit conferences. The wait staff, the AV guys, everyone else gets paid. Why shouldn’t writers who are invited to share their expertise and provide valuable content to the organizers get paid too? The challenge, the Oxford Literary Festival says, is that they are a non-profit. And that’s valid.
Conference Management, Event Tech, & Meeting Planning
It's that time when people around the world start looking ahead to next year and start making their new year's resolutions. With so many companies investing in users group conferences, training meetings, member conventions, product trades shows, and other annual or monthly events, this is the perfect time to dive in and see what the people who have made waves in our industry are saying.
Conference Management, Event Tech, & Meeting Planning
Like the traditional printed guidebook, cardboard signage is disappearing from conferences and trade shows. Associations Now Senior Editor, Joe Rominiecki, recently wrote an article about the impact digital signage will have on the future of conferences and the ROI associated with implementing this type of technology.
Conference Management, Event Tech, & Meeting Planning
Gamification has become something of a buzzword in the live events industry. But gamification's a tricky business. It's easy to get carried away and create something that may be engaging, but doesn't deliver much value to attendees. Not the case for the Institute of Financial Operations (IFO). At IFO's annual conference, Fusion 2015, they delivered a great example of gamification that added value to both their attendees and their exhibitors.
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