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Catalytic 1,2-Radical Acyloxy Migration: A Strategy to Access Novel Chemical Space and Reaction Profiles

2 weeks ago | dx.doi.org | Gaoyuan Zhao |Upasana Mukherjee |Wang Yao |Ming-Yu Ngai

AbstractClick to copy section linkSection link copied!ConspectusRadical migration represents a powerful strategy for reaction discovery and development in organic synthesis, offering access to unprecedented functional molecules and chemical space. In this Account, we describe our contributions to the field, particularly focusing on 1,2-radical acyloxy migration (RAM), a process involving the transposition of a radical and an acyloxy group.
SEA wins Thales’ deal to boost UK Royal Navy assets

1 month ago | naval-technology.com | Upasana Mukherjee

SEA has entered a 15-year agreement with Thales UK as a participant in the Maritime Sensor Enhancement Team (MSET) programme, to bolster the operational readiness of the UK Royal Navy’s key assets. The contract, valued at £8m ($10.65m), tasks SEA with mitigating the risk of technological obsolescence and ensuring that critical systems continue to function effectively.
GE Aerospace to supply engines for Korea Navy PKX-B

1 month ago | naval-technology.com | Upasana Mukherjee

GE Aerospace has been contracted to deliver an additional eight LM500 marine gas turbine engines to support the Republic of Korea Navy’s (ROKN) PKX-B Batch-II patrol boat programme. The contract covers the propulsion needs of ships numbered nine through 12. This follows previous selections for the first eight vessels in March 2023 and March 2024, underscoring the LM500’s suitability for rigorous naval operations.
Ursa Major lands AFRL deal to advance Draper engine

1 month ago | airforce-technology.com | Upasana Mukherjee

Ursa Major has been contracted to further refine its liquid rocket engine known as Draper for hypersonic technology applications in support of US warfighters. Awarded by the US Air Force Research Laboratory’s (AFRL) Rocket Propulsion Division at Edwards AFB, the firm-fixed-price contract is valued at $28.56m. This contract focuses on advancements in responsive space, hypersonic, and on-orbit propulsion systems.
USAF advances autonomous combat teaming with CCA

1 month ago | airforce-technology.com | Upasana Mukherjee

The US Air Force (USAF) has initiated ground evaluations for its Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) initiative, a step in incorporating autonomous capabilities into its future operations. These tests are examining the YFQ-42A and YFQ-44A production representative test vehicles, developed by General Atomics and Anduril Industries, respectively. According to the USAF, the pair of test vehicles will play a pivotal role in establishing aerial superiority for the Joint Force in upcoming engagements.
Arondite secures $12m to drive safe AI use in defence systems

1 month ago | army-technology.com | Upasana Mukherjee

Arondite, a UK-based company specialising in AI for defence, has successfully raised more than $12m (£9m) from global investors to advance safe integration of AI and autonomy across defence systems. The company’s Seed funding round, amounting to $10m, was spearheaded by Index Ventures. Prior to this, Arondite had quietly completed a $2.25m pre-seed funding round with Concept Ventures and Creator Fund at the helm.
Kohl's fires CEO Ashley Buchanan over conflict violations

1 month ago | retail-insight-network.com | Upasana Mukherjee

American omnichannel retailer Kohl’s has appointed Michael Bender to the role of interim CEO, effective immediately following the board’s resolution to dismiss Ashley Buchanan with cause. The termination was a result of findings from an external legal review, supervised by the board’s Audit Committee, which revealed that Buchanan had breached company policies.
Northrop's IVEWS passes F-16 testing, moves closer to production

1 month ago | airforce-technology.com | Upasana Mukherjee

Northrop Grumman’s Integrated Viper Electronic Warfare Suite (IVEWS) has finished operational assessment flight tests on US Air Force (USAF) F-16 jets. The testing showcased IVEWS’ capability to counter sophisticated radar-guided dangers. This achievement signifies a critical phase in the development of the system and offers the USAF an opportunity to proceed with production and deployment.
US agrees $425m Patriot upgrade sale for Kuwait

1 month ago | army-technology.com | Upasana Mukherjee

The US State Department has approved a potential $425m (Kd131.8m) foreign military sale (FMS) of the Patriot Post-Deployment Build (PDB) 8.1 and associated equipment to Kuwait.
V2X to support US Space Force on Ascension Island

1 month ago | airforce-technology.com | Upasana Mukherjee

V2X has secured a new task order with a five-year duration from the US Space Force to support a key space force tracking and instrumentation station. The contract is in line with the provisions of the US Air Force’s Contract Augmentation Program V (AFCAP V). The contract, which is on a firm-fixed-price basis, includes a one-year base period along with four one-year option periods, and has a ceiling value of $140m.