Ayesha Rashid

Toronto

Senior Life Science Journalist and Webinar Moderator at Xtalks

Host at Xtalks Life Science Podcast

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BAR Technologies Promotes WindWings® for Emission Cuts

1 week ago | aircargoupdate.com | Ayesha Rashid

Published: Thursday, April 17, 2025Following the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) 83rd session, BAR Technologies is emphasizing the immediate benefits of Wind-Assisted Propulsion Systems (WAPS), particularly their WindWings® technology, for reducing maritime emissions. The MEPC 83 session, held in London from April 7 to 11, 2025, focused on strategies to cut greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from ships.
Ontario Brain Institute Invests $640K to Drive Innovations in Brain Health

1 week ago | xtalks.com | Ayesha Rashid

Canada’s Ontario Brain Institute (OBI) has announced a $640,000 investment into several new projects through its Centre for Analytics (CfA). The investment will specifically fund eight new initiatives aimed at fostering the development of innovative technologies that better detect, predict and treat brain disorders. The new analytics initiatives span mental health and concussion to eye care.
WFS Wins 5-Year Emirates SkyCargo Contract at Frankfurt

1 week ago | aircargoupdate.com | Ayesha Rashid

Published: Thursday, April 17, 2025Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a SATS company, has been awarded a new five-year cargo handling contract with the cargo arm of the world’s largest international airline, Emirates SkyCargo at Frankfurt Airport. This strategic win strengthens SATS’ and WFS’ long-standing partnership with Emirates, with the group now providing specialised gateway services at 21 stations across the airline’s global network.
LaGuardia Named Best Regional Airport in North America

1 week ago | aircargoupdate.com | Ayesha Rashid

Published: Thursday, April 17, 2025The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey proudly announced that LaGuardia Airport has been named the best airport in North America for domestic and short-haul international travel by Skytrax, the leading international airport rating organization. This prestigious accolade was presented at the 2025 World Airport Awards ceremony held at the Passenger Terminal Expo in Madrid, Spain, marking a significant milestone in LaGuardia’s $8 billion transformation.
Inside the Latest in Targeted Radiotherapeutics with Plus Therapeutics CEO Dr. Marc Hedrick - Episode 204

1 week ago | xtalks.com | Ayesha Rashid

In this episode, Ayesha spoke with Marc Hedrick, MD, MBA, president and CEO of Plus Therapeutics, a company focused on developing a novel class of targeted radiotherapeutics. Prior to heading Plus Therapeutics, Dr. Hedrick served in a number of executive leadership roles including president, CEO and director at Cytori Therapeutics, and president and CEO of StemSource. Dr. Hedrick is a trained general, vascular and plastic surgeon.
Livmarli Tablet Formulation Gets FDA Nod to Treat Severe Itch in Rare Pediatric Liver Diseases

1 week ago | xtalks.com | Ayesha Rashid

Mirum Pharmaceuticals has received FDA approval for a tablet formulation of Livmarli (maralixibat), a treatment for skin itching associated with the rare pediatric liver diseases progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis (PFIC) and Alagille syndrome (ALGS). Livmarli is an ileal bile acid transporter (IBAT) inhibitor used to treat pruritus (intense itching) associated with cholestasis, the slowing of bile flow through the biliary system, in patients with ALGS and PFIC.
4RCargo Opens Bratislava Office, Expands in CEE Region - Aircargo Update

1 week ago | aircargoupdate.com | Ayesha Rashid

Published: Wednesday, April 16, 20254RCargo, the Independent General Sales and Services Agent (GSSA), has opened a new office in Bratislava, Slovakia as part of ongoing strategic expansion across Central Eastern Europe. Warsaw-headquartered 4RCargo has tripled its team in 18 months and invested in four dedicated offices to meet growing demand for air cargo services across the region.
MAAS Aviation Earns B Score for Environmental Management

1 week ago | aircargoupdate.com | Ayesha Rashid

Published: Wednesday, April 16, 2025MAAS Aviation, globally recognised aircraft painting and exterior coating specialist, is proud to have achieved a B score for environmental management from CDP, formerly known as the Carbon Disclosure Project. This positions MAAS as a pioneer in the aircraft painting sector, both in terms of emissions’ reporting and ESG strategy.
American Airlines Expands Trans-Atlantic Cargo Routes

1 week ago | aircargoupdate.com | Ayesha Rashid

Published: Wednesday, April 16, 2025American Airlines Cargo enhances its trans-Atlantic service for cargo customers this summer with direct service from key cities in Europe to six U.S. gateways from April onward. As the carrier prepares for the peak season, new routes and frequencies also serve Latin America, and in the Asia-Pacific region, larger aircraft are being utilized which will provide increased capacity.
Descartes Enhances Air Cargo with ONE Record Standard

1 week ago | aircargoupdate.com | Ayesha Rashid

Published: Wednesday, April 16, 2025Descartes Systems Group (Nasdaq:DSGX) (TSX:DSG), the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, announced that the Descartes Air Messaging™ solution has streamlined the transmission of air shipment data according to the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) ONE Record messaging standard.