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Scripps Research Offers Video Series on COVID-19

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Scripps Research Offers Video Series on COVID-19

The scientific work required to stop COVID-19 may seem mysterious to many, so Scripps Research has released an informative new COVID-19 video collection as a public service, taking viewers directly into scientists’ laboratories and providing a glimpse into their thought process as they work to find the vulnerabilities of the pandemic virus sweeping the globe. In this series of short videos geared toward the general public, Scripps Research scientists discuss their strategies for developing selective, safe treatments and vaccines against the novel Coronavirus on an unprecedented timescale.

“More than 100 Scripps Research scientists are working to decipher the dangerous new coronavirus responsible for outbreaks of respiratory illness across the globe,” says Douglas Bingham, executive Vice President of Florida Operations at Scripps Research Institute. “On both U.S. coasts, teams of chemists and biologists are focused on developing antiviral therapies and vaccine prototypes which are optimized for both safety and effectiveness. Our new video series sheds light on how Scripps Research scientists are tackling this difficult task – and offers an educational look at the essential, urgent scientific work underway to protect the public from this pandemic.”

For detailed, regularly updated reports on the many ways Scripps Research scientists are addressing the pandemic, visit https://www.scripps.edu/covid-19/ .

All videos in the collection can be found via the Scripps Research YouTube channel. Those filmed from our Jupiter, Florida campus are at the hyperlinks below:

How scientists are confronting coronavirus: Scripps Research COVID-19 updates
Around the world, scientists are sharing data, sharing insights, pushing for the best possible vaccines and medications against COVID-19. Virologist Michael Farzan, PhD, describes the scale of the effort underway at Scripps Research.

How does the coronavirus sicken people? A virologist explains
The pandemic strain of coronavirus infects cells in the lung, leading to an aggressive immune response that can be life-threatening. Virologist Hyeryun Choe, PhD, at Scripps Research, Florida answers common questions about COVID-19.

Using robotics to rapidly screen for COVID-19 medicines
The merger of outstanding basic scientific research, industrial robotics and a unique drug-discovery collection powers the battle against COVID-19 at the Scripps Research, Florida campus. Louis Scampavia, PhD, and Timothy Spicer, PhD, describe the high-throughput drug screening program at Scripps Research in Jupiter, Florida.

Probing coronavirus genetics for new points of attack
One scientist’s inventive tools for repairing toxic RNA now reveal ways to fight pandemic coronaviruses, which store their genetic information in RNA. Scripps Research, Florida chemist Matthew Disney, PhD, takes you inside his lab’s fight against COVID-19.

Antibodies, biologics and the fight against COVID-19
Besides vaccines and antiviral drugs, a group of medicines called biologics offer great potential in the battle against COVID-19. Serum from recovered patients can be used to protect others and also to identify useful antibodies, our immune system’s precision germ-targeting system. In Jupiter, Florida, Scripps Research molecular biologist Christoph Rader, PhD, explains.

News organizations are welcome to use the videos all or in part for news segments that feature Scripps Research COVID-19 expertise and research, with attribution.

Exclusive interviews with featured scientists are also available on request via telephone, Zoom, Skype or other video service.

About Scripps Research

Scripps Research is an independent, nonprofit biomedical institute ranked the most influential in the world for its impact on innovation. With campuses in La Jolla, California, and Jupiter, Florida, we are advancing human health through profound discoveries that address pressing medical concerns around the globe. Our drug discovery and development division, Calibr, works hand-in-hand with scientists across disciplines to bring new medicines to patients as quickly and efficiently as possible, while teams at Scripps Research Translational Institute harness genomics, digital medicine and cutting-edge informatics to understand individual health and render more effective healthcare. Scripps Research also trains the next generation of leading scientists at our Skaggs Graduate School, consistently named among the top 10 U.S. programs for chemistry and biological sciences. Learn more at www.scripps.edu.

April, 2020 – AW in Pictures

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April, 2020 – AW in Pictures

April, 2020 – AW in Pictures

Palm Beach Gardens–The Mirasol Foundation and The Country Club at Mirasol members delivered food and Publix gift cards to ER personnel and other healthcare workers at Jupiter Medical Center and Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center recently. In addition, The Mirasol Foundation fast-tracked its annual grant awards program in order to help local charities immediately. In the past week, The Mirasol Foundation has contributed more than $126,000 to 11 local charities, with more to come in the coming weeks. Photo: Practicing social distancing while delivering to Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center are: Edward Bonder (Chair of Gifts Committee for The Mirasol Foundation), Kathy Savarese (The Mirasol Foundation President), Tim Howard (Chief Human Resource Officer, Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center), Matt Lambert (General Manager/COO, The Country Club at Mirasol), and Teresa Urquhart (Chief Executive Officer, Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center.)
Learning online during the time of COVID-19. Read “Mommy Moments” this month by Briana D’Andrea.

 

After coming out of retirement a decade ago to lead the South Florida Science Center as CEO, the unstoppable Lew Crampton is officially retiring (again), this time to serve on the Science Center’s board of trustees. Kate Arrizza, who has served as the beloved nonprofit’s CEO for the past two years, will add the title of President to her current CEO status and oversee all Science Center programs and operations.

Fun Tip to Pass the Time in Quarantine

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Fun Tip to Pass the Time in Quarantine

Fun Tip to Pass the Time in Quarantine

With Frannie and Dani, the Sweethearts, our Dessert Reviewers.

5 Traits That Make You A Great Remote Worker

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5 Traits That Make You A Great Remote Worker

5 Traits That Make You A Great Remote Worker

Working from home is what’s happening all across the world, as people practice social distancing in light of COVID-19. As millions of Americans are getting into the remote work craze, either by choice or because they are now forced to, companies and employers are already seeing the benefits of outsourcing positions to people online.

Here are some of the best traits for a remote worker to have.

  1. Have A Morning Routine

“As you start work remotely, you’ll need to treat as if this were a regular job outside the home,” says Norma Blanchard, a career blogger at Academ advisor and Academized. “which means you’ll need to have a routine in the mornings. When you’re at home, you don’t need to take time to do a full-blown morning routine, like doing your hair, fixing your makeup, or worry about business casual attire. All you have to do in the morning is to do a little something like changing clothes, showering, or going for a walk outside – whatever gets you up and running. But also, don’t forget a good breakfast to jumpstart your day.”

  1. Create Work Space

When creating work space in your home, make sure that the room or nook of your choice is comfortable for you to work in. Make sure that that space is free of clutter like toys, laundry, or other devices that you’re not using at the moment. All you need are the tools and technology (Internet, computer, phone, video-conferencing app and Web cam, etc.) you need to do your job efficiently – try to visualize yourself as if you were in a regular office environment.

  1. Self-Motivation

Remote workers are often committed to their work, due to their environment being less institutional. But that doesn’t mean that they can’t motivate others to take pride in their work. As you become motivated and independent in your own home, make sure that your co-workers are doing the same by offering suggestions and pinpointing areas that need improvement. And as you’ll see in the next point, this type of communication, as well as regular communication, is essential when working remotely.

  1. Clear Communication

Everyone has a unique vantage point in a team; the same is true for remote work.

“Good remote workers will tell you that communication is essential for their work,” says Richard Singletary, a business writer at Writing populist and Study demic. “No matter how you’re communicating to your teammates – phone, email, etc. – it’s imperative to keep that communication going, even when not in a traditional work setting. Whenever you have a request, be sure to include any relevant details and context along with what you’re sending. In other words, be very specific with all your messages, just like you would in any regular job; don’t let the casual environment in your home make you sure inappropriately casual.”

  1. Have Work Experience

Finally, while not a have-to, it’s still a good thing to have a bit of experience in remote work. This can be a good credential, when looking for work in this field. Remote-work employers want to make sure that you’re the right fit for the job; they want to be certain that you can work independently, without needing a lot of supervision.

And as you build on your experience, don’t be afraid to build on networking. Get out and meet people, whether it’s a coffee break, a company luncheon, or dinner with a client. As you get out and grow your social circle, opportunities may rise up from these occasions, and you’ll learn something new each time you go.

Conclusion

As remote work continues to take the job market by storm, more and more people are considering it as their career choice. But remember, working at home is not for everyone. If the above traits sound like you, then you may be on the road to remote work. But if you’re interested in this type of work, but lack one or two traits that are listed above, then try improving them, so that you can put your foot in the door in your next job interview.

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Molly Crockett is a lifestyle writer for Ox essays and Elite assignment help, and a writing teacher for State of writing. She is exceptionally known for sharing her unique lifestyle tips and personal development advice to her readers and students.

Tire Kingdom Gives Back

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Tire Kingdom Gives Back

MEDIA ALERT

WHO: Tire Kingdom Service Centers

WHAT: Special Savings/Discounts on tires and service. To further give back to the community during this time of need and to express our appreciation to fellow community leaders who also continue to serve as a member of an essential business, NTB has exclusive discounts on tires and service for all medical, first responders and employees of essential business.

Offer:

  • $18.99 Conventional Oil Change (+ $3 disposal fee)
  • $20 off High-Mileage/ Synthetic Blend & Full Synthetic Oil Changes
  • 20% off Service
  • 10% off Tires

 

*Offering convenient Curbside Service and Stay-in Car Services, including tire replacement, air pressure check, battery check and installation, fluid check and top-off, wiper blade replacement

 

WHERE: All Tire Kingdom locations (www.tirekingdom.com/)

ABOUT:

Tire Kingdom® Service Centers, founded in West Palm Beach, Florida in 1972, provides a broad range of automotive maintenance and tire services in more than 180 retail locations throughout Florida. A brand of TBC Corporation, Tire Kingdom is known as a trusted name in the automotive aftermarket due in large part to trained and certified ASE technicians, exceptional customer service, and state-of-the-art equipment. To locate a store near you, visit TireKingdom.com.

 

For more information or to schedule an interview, contact Debra Kronowitz, Media Maven at 954.651.1346 or via email: [email protected]

Student Body Health

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Student Body Health

Alexis Bardy is a 10th grader at G-Star.  She now has a radio show on the air titled Student Body Health.  At the moment she is focusing on news about the COVID-19 virus.  On her show she also interviews guests who are experts on health topics for students of all ages on subjects such as correct posture, exercise, hygiene, eating habits, and all young health news.  The show is sponsored by G-Star High School of the Arts.  Please let your students from elementary to college age there is now a special show just for them!

Wellington Mayor Anne Gerwig Receives 2020 Home Rule Hero Award

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Wellington Mayor Anne Gerwig Receives 2020 Home Rule Hero Award

Wellington Mayor Anne Gerwig
Receives 2020 Home Rule Hero Award

The Florida League of Cities recognized Mayor Anne Gerwig with its 2020 Home Rule Hero Award. Mayor Gerwig earned this prestigious award for her advocacy efforts to protect the Home Rule powers of Florida’s municipalities and advance the League’s legislative agenda during the 2020 legislative session.

“Local self-government is the keystone of American Democracy. I am committed to advocating Home Rule as a way to assert, in law, our community’s mission and vision for the future, and protect our right to maintain our quality of life,” said Mayor Gerwig.

Home Rule is the ability for a local government to address local problems with local solutions with minimal state interference. Home Rule Hero Award recipients are local government officials, both elected and non-elected, who consistently responded to the League’s request to reach out to members of the legislature and help give a local perspective to an issue.

As another way to stay informed on the latest news and updates from the Village, residents are invited to sign up for Wellington information and updates at www.wellingtonfl.gov/newsletter.

For information about other Wellington programs, events, activities, and updates, please visit www.wellingtonfl.gov or watch WellingtonTV for the latest happenings.

LEW CRAMPTON ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT FROM SCIENCE CENTER

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LEW CRAMPTON ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT FROM SCIENCE CENTER

After coming out of retirement a decade ago to lead the South Florida Science Center as CEO, the unstoppable Lew Crampton is officially retiring (again), this time to serve on the Science Center’s board of trustees. Kate Arrizza, who has served as the beloved nonprofit’s CEO for the past two years, will add the title of President to her current CEO status and oversee all Science Center programs and operations.

“My goal from day one was to lead a collective effort to transform the Science Center from relative obscurity to one of the best community-based science centers in the nation, and we have done that,” Crampton said. “Today we serve 380,000 people a year, operate with a $6 million annual budget and demonstrate every day that we are good stewards of the public and private funds that have been invested here. Our attendance represents the third highest paid attendance of any non-profit attraction in the region and we’ve become one of the busiest science centers in the nation measured by visitors per square foot. Thanks to incredible board, staff and community support, I am really proud of all we have been able to accomplish.”

Based in the heart of West Palm Beach, the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium features more than 100 hands-on educational exhibits, a 10,000 gallon fresh and salt water aquarium- featuring both local and exotic marine life, a digital planetarium, conservation research station, Florida exhibit hall, Pre-K focused “Discovery Center,” an interactive Everglades exhibit, rotating blockbuster exhibits, and the nationally-recognized 18-hole Conservation Course – an outdoor putting course with science-focused education stations, admittedly an addition close to Crampton’s own heart.

Crampton left his first round of retirement and what he thought would be days filled with golf in Palm Beach to join the Science Center in 2010, with previous roles as Associate Administrator for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as well as President and CEO of the Burpee Museum of Natural History, where he helped to discover a Tyrannosaurus Rex named Jane and increased attendance and revenue for the museum by 200 percent in five years.

“We were very lucky to pluck Lew from retirement during our search for a new CEO in 2010,” said Matthew Lorentzen, SFSCA board chair. “Lew has been a fantastic fund raiser and community advocate, dedicated to raising the profile of the Science Center as a leading educational and cultural resource for our region. He has also developed an outstanding leadership team and staff, now to be led by our longstanding COO/CEO, Kate Arrizza. Personally, and on behalf of the Board of Trustees, it has been a great pleasure and honor to work with Lew, and we are so pleased to welcome him to the board where he can continue to contribute to our next decade of success.”

Crampton started with the Science Center on July 1, 2010 and didn’t waste any time setting and surpassing his own goals. Under his leadership, the organization has grown at an annual compound rate of almost 15 percent, and revenue has grown at an annual compound rate of just over 13 percent. The number of total visitors since 2010 has reached more than 1.2 million with a total of 2.3 million total people served through combined on-site and educational outreach. In addition, the organization has received six straight 4-Star ratings from the prestigious Charity Navigator nonprofit, the largest and most-utilized evaluator of charities in the United States.

“Lew’s extraordinary accomplishments during his tenure at the Science Center reflect a deep commitment to servant leadership, his community and our country,” said Frances Fisher, longtime board member. “A highly principled leader and man of integrity and accountability, Lew is greatly admired and respected among the board, staff and benefactors. He is a forward thinker, strategist and consensus builder with the ability to affect transformative change. We’re tremendously fortunate that Lew will continue to share his passion and vision with us as a trustee of the Science Center.”
Visitors to the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium are greeted with the “Lew and Kathleen Crampton Science Gateway,” minted to honor Crampton and his wife Kathleen’s tireless work for and support of the organization.

“Our mission is to ‘open every mind to science,’ and we live that mission every day in everything we do,” Crampton said. “There are major shortfalls in filling technical jobs here in our region and in our nation. There’s no shortage of talent out there, but there is a shortage of opportunity. Our job has been to redress this imbalance with fun and effective STEM science programming so that we can all take pride in what we have accomplished together.”

One of the Science Center’s most recent additions, Journey Through the Human Brain is a $2.5 million, 2,500-square-foot permanent exhibit which opened last year after three years of development as the most advanced exhibit on the human brain to be found anywhere in the world. To achieve that dream, Crampton lead a team to secure partnerships with such powerhouses as Florida Atlantic University’s Brain Institute, Max Plank Florida and Scripps Research Institute of Florida, along with financial support from Quantum Foundation, the Stiles-Nicholson Foundation, John and Heidi Niblack, Robert and Christine Stiller, Willis H. duPont, Palm Health Foundation and PNC Bank. The resulting exhibit has been an incredible draw for the Science Center and serves as a model for similar future expansion.

As a Science Center trustee, Crampton’s next project for the Science Center is another transformation.

“We are ready to turn the page on a new era for the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium,” he continued. “By 2025, we plan to double in size to 80,000 square feet, build the fifth largest aquarium in Florida, and add robotics, maker spaces, a health care exhibit and more to our current offerings.”

Looks like there’s still definitely no stopping him, even in retirement 2.0.

For more information on the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium, visit http://sfsciencecenter.org or call 561-832-1988. Find the Science Center on social media @SFScienceCenter.

 

Wellington to Offer FREE Virtual Classes

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Wellington to Offer FREE Virtual Classes

Wellington to Offer FREE Virtual Classes
beginning Friday, April 10th
 

Wellington is committed to the safety and wellbeing of its residents during this challenging time of social distancing. Staying home doesn’t mean we can’t stay active and connected. In an effort to help residents stay home and stay safe, Wellington has launched a new online Virtual Recreation Center with free live classes, educational activities, and resources for all ages.

The Virtual Recreation Center features a weekly schedule of classes with Wellington instructors in addition to on-demand videos, at-home activities, and virtual experiences the entire family can enjoy.

Initial class offerings include:

  • Balance, Core & More
  • Cheer and Tumbling Classes
  • Craft Workshops
  • Dance Classes
  • Drawing
  • Meditation
  • Pilates
  • Senior Aerobics
  • TumbleTots
  • Yoga
  • Zumba

The weekly class schedule is subject to change. Check the page often for new updates and announcements, or follow Wellington Parks and Recreation on social media (@wellingtonflrec).

Wellington thanks Baptist Health South Florida for their generous support of this effort. Baptist Health also offers weekly virtual programs including exercise, meditation, and educational seminars via Zoom. For their weekly schedule visit events.baptisthealth.net and search the keyword “virtual.”

For additional COVID-19 information, updates, and resources from the Wellington, visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/Coronavirus. Sign up to receive email notifications as soon as updates are published and available on the website at www.wellingtonfl.gov/NotifyMe.

As another way to stay informed on the latest news and updates from the Village, residents are invited to sign up for Wellington information and updates at www.wellingtonfl.gov/Newsletter.

For information about other Wellington programs, events, activities, and updates, please visit www.wellingtonfl.gov or watch WellingtonTV for the latest happenings.

Wellington Ranked #13 Among the Top 50 Safest Cities in Florida

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Wellington Ranked #13 Among the Top 50 Safest Cities in Florida

Wellington Ranked #13 Among the Top 50 Safest Cities in Florida


Wellington has been named one of the safest cities in Florida in a recent study performed by the research website www.safewise.com. Wellington ranked 13 on the list, which may be viewed here: https://www.safewise.com/blog/safest-cities-florida/

The website ranked the 50 safest cities in the state based on FBI crime statistics. Rankings are based on the number of reported violent crimes (aggravated assault, murder, rape, and robbery) in each city.

Wellington staff works closely with the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office to ensure the safety of Wellington residents. In addition, the  Village’s Community Services Department has a number of initiatives in place to inform and educate residents.

The Walk & Talk program, for example, opens the lines of communication between Community Services Representatives, Code Officers, and Community Policing Deputies.  The Sheriff’s Office responds directly to questions related to neighborhood criminal activity. This program also provides residents with pertinent information such as contacts within Wellington’s Code Compliance Department, and important resources such as Property Standards information.

The Neighborhood Watch program includes three major components: PBSO, Neighborhood Advocates, and Community members.  Community members are briefed on the crime statistics in their neighborhood, and are given crime prevention tips to help deter and eliminate potential crime.  Wellington residents serve as extra “eyes and ears” for law enforcement.  Through Neighborhood Watch, Wellington has seen a significant reduction in crime, better quality of life, a greater sense of security & responsibility, and a resounding sense of community pride & unity.

As another way to stay informed on the latest news and updates from the Village, residents are invited to sign up for Wellington information and updates at www.wellingtonfl.gov/Newsletter.

For information about other Wellington programs, events, activities, and updates, please visit www.wellingtonfl.gov or watch WellingtonTV for the latest happenings

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