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--Tagging biochemical processes with colors enables in-depth examination of cellular communications network at molecular level
Study in @CellCellPress by @HopkinsMedicine & @JohnsHopkins shows “biosensor barcodes” w/ specific colors tied to different cell signals can image, track &
District Receives Nearly $870,000 Federal Grant to Mitigate and Divert Harmful Pollutants from Municipal Industrial Vehicles
WASHINGTON, DC, November 30, 2021— The Department of Energy and Environment announces the District was awarded a $866,000 federal grant to help minimize pollutant leaches from municipal industrial vehicles such as snow plows, leaf vacuums, street sweepers, and trash trucks, and in turn reduce pollutant runoff into local sewers and local waterways. The grant comes from the U.S Department of Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)’s Sewer Overflow and Stormwater Reuse Municipal Grants (OSG) Program.
Municipal industrial vehicles leach critical pollutant sources—including heavy metals,
Washington, D.C., November 30, 2021 – MedStar Heart & Vascular Institute physicians at MedStar Washington Hospital Center have completed their 300th implant of the HeartMate 3 Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD), which treats patients with advanced heart failure. MedStar Washington is among the first four LVAD programs nationwide to reach this historic milestone.
MedStar Washington Hospital Center participated in the MOMENTUM 3 clinical trial and its post-pivotal study Continuous Access Protocol (CAP), testing the efficacy of the HeartMate 3 LVAD for safety and sustainability as short- and long-term
SILVER SPRING, Md., Nov. 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Cytalux (pafolacianine), an imaging drug intended to assist surgeons in identifying ovarian cancer lesions. The drug is designed to improve the ability to locate additional ovarian cancerous tissue that is normally difficult to detect during surgery.
Cytalux is indicated for use in adult patients with ovarian cancer to help
Operation hours and locations are listed below:
Theodore Roosevelt Bridge over Potomac Parkway- BR.1201, single lane closure needed for Ramp A on Theodore Roosevelt Bridge (Next to Kennedy Center). One lane of traffic will remain open during the duration of the day. Lane closures will be between the hours of 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM, weather permitting on Monday, November 29th through Friday, December 10th, 2021.
Kenilworth Ave by Nash Street- BR.67, alternating single lane closures needed for
(Washington, D.C.) -The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) will temporarily close roadways, lanes, ramps and shoulders on the following corridors to perform construction activities along I-295 / DC 295 and nearby local roads. These closures are contingent on suitable weather, field conditions, and/or adjacent construction activities beginning November 29 through December 6 2021.
Daily closures will take place between 9:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Nightly closures will take place between 9:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. the following day (unless otherwise stated below).
Single left or right lane closures will occur anytime daily and nightly on northbound and
I-395 Center Leg under K Street, N.W., and the Mount Carmel Parking Garage and Associate Buildings, alternating right and left lane closures of Southbound I-395 Center Leg under K Street, N.W. and the Mount Carmel Parking Garage and Associate Buildings followed by alternating right and left lane closures of Northbound I-395 Center Leg under K Street, N.W. and the Mount Carmel Parking Garage and Associate Buildings on Monday, November 29 and Tuesday November 30, during the hours of 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, weather permitting.
Ramp from I-66 to Whitehurst Freeway over Potomac Parkway and Rock Creek,
Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State
In July, the people of Cuba bravely and spontaneously took to the streets to demand change from their government: respect for human rights, greater freedom of expression, and an end to economic mismanagement by an authoritarian regime that has failed to meet their most basic needs. The Cuban regime responded with violence, censorship, arrests, and summary trials, denying their citizens their rights to freedom of expression and freedom of peaceful assembly.
On November 15, Cubans will again call on their government to hear their aspirations
Office of the Spokesperson
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price:
Deputy Secretary of State Wendy R. Sherman met with Peruvian Foreign Minister Óscar Maúrtua today in Lima, Peru. Deputy Secretary Sherman and Foreign Minister Maúrtua discussed opportunities for progress under the Build Back Better World Initiative, how the United States and Peru can work together to address the climate crisis, and our two countries’ shared commitment to human rights and democracy. They also exchanged diplomatic notes to officially implement the Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue Agreement between the United States and Peru. Deputy Secretary Sherman thanked Foreign Minister Maúrtua for his active participation in the COVID-19 ministerial hosted by Secretary Blinken today and reaffirmed the United States’ commitment to working with Peru and other partners across the hemisphere to bring the COVID-19 pandemic to an end. She also thanked Foreign Minister Maúrtua for welcoming more than one million Venezuelan migrants to Peru.
Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State
On behalf of the American people and the Government of the United States, I offer congratulations to all Angolans as you celebrate your independence.
The United States appreciates the strong bilateral relationship between our two countries, and we look forward to continued strategic dialogue and cooperation. I commend Angola on its continued economic reforms and diversification efforts, and we applaud your commitment to combatting corruption and holding accountable those who have profited at the expense of the Angolan people.
Also, as we continue to respond to challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic, I affirm our shared commitment to health security and regional stability.
Best wishes as you commemorate this important day.
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Office of the Spokesperson
Special Envoy for Iran Robert Malley will lead an interagency team to the United Arab Emirates, Israel, Saudi Arabia, and Bahrain from November 11-20 to hold consultations with partners and attend a series of regional engagements. He will coordinate our approaches on a broad range of concerns with Iran, including its destabilizing activities in the region and the upcoming seventh round of talks on a mutual return to full compliance with the JCPOA.
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Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State
On behalf of the government of the United States and the American people, I congratulate the people of Sint Maarten on Sint Maarten Day.
The commercial, educational, historic, and cultural ties between our two countries remain strong and vital. We look forward to working with you to build back better after the COVID-19 pandemic through the U.S.-Caribbean Resilience Partnership, promoting economic resilience and recovery, and strengthening regional capacity for effective disaster response. We celebrate the many young people from Sint Maarten who study in the United States each year and then return to contribute to the island’s bright future. Our joint law enforcement efforts continue to make the Western Hemisphere safer for us all.
With steadfast friendship, we look forward to many opportunities for collaboration with the government and people of the “Friendly Island” in the years to come. Happy Sint Maarten Day.
Office of the Spokesperson
The following is the text of the U.S.-Ukraine Charter on Strategic Partnership signed by U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken and Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba in Washington, D.C. on November 10, 2021.
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Preamble
The United States and Ukraine:
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WASHINGTON – Today, Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas issued a National Terrorism Advisory System (NTAS) Bulletin regarding the current heightened threat environment across the United States. This NTAS Bulletin replaces the current Bulletin, which was set to expire tomorrow at 2:00 pm.
As of November 10, 2021, DHS is not aware of an imminent and credible
Ned Price, Department Spokesperson
A free and independent press holds leaders accountable, protects the rights of citizens, and ensures our communities are well informed. In too many countries, journalists face the threat of violence or imprisonment for their reporting. The United States condemns threats, harassment, and violence targeting journalists and media workers. Increasingly, these threats
Office of the Spokesperson
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price:
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met with Prime Minister Najib Mikati today in Glasgow on the margins of the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26). The Secretary underscored continuing U.S. support for the Lebanese people as the country suffers the effects of a historic economic crisis. He encouraged the Prime Minister to implement reforms to rescue the country and restore international confidence. The Secretary also emphasized the importance of holding free and fair elections in the spring of 2022. The Secretary reiterated that the United States would continue to work with Lebanon for peace and prosperity in the region.
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| October 31, 2021 MIDDLETOWN, Pa. - The Gallaudet University women's volleyball team needed to secure one win here Saturday as the Bison went up against two tough United East Conference teams. At the end of the day, Gallaudet (19-11, 7-1 United East) came through with two wins as the Bison defeated Penn State Harrisburg in five sets, 3-2, and swept SUNY Morrisville, 3-0. The two victories secure the No. 2 seed for Gallaudet in the upcoming United East tournament next week. Gallaudet and Penn State Harrisburg (19-9, 6-2 United East) traded the first two |
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| October 31, 2021 LANCASTER, Pa. - The Gallaudet University men's cross country team finished seventh at the 2021 United East Conference championship here Saturday on the Lancaster Bible College campus. St. Mary's College of Maryland won the United East championship with 33 team points as the Seahawks placed its top five runners in the Top 15 spots. Penn State Harrisburg finished second with 70 points followed by SUNY Morrisville with 80 |
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| October 31, 2021 LANCASTER, Pa. - The Gallaudet University women's cross country team finished seventh at the 2021 United East Conference championship here Saturday on the Lancaster Bible College campus. St. Mary's College of Maryland won the United East championship with 28 team points as the Seahawks placed its top five runners in the first nine spots. Penn State Harrisburg finished second with 82 points followed by SUNY Morrisville with 87 points to complete the podium. The host |
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| October 31, 2021 WASHINGTON - The Gallaudet University women's soccer team dropped its last game of the 2021 season, 7-0, to Penn College of Technology here Saturday afternoon at Hotchkiss Field. Prior to the start of the United East Conference game, GU recognized its four seniors Emelia Beldon (Frederick, Md.), Sharon Castillo (Dallas, Texas), Mia Marin (Woodland, Calif.) and Krista Kachnik (Lone Star, Texas) before they played the final home match of their careers. The two teams were scoreless for over 25 minutes before Penn College (6-11, 3-5 United East) got on the scoreboard with two quick unassisted goals. |
Herbst Rallies to Finish 10th at Martinsville Monster Energy Driver Rebounds from Late-Race Incident to Score 12th Top-10 of Season |
Date: Oct. 30, 2021 Event: Martinsville 250 (Round 32 of 33) Series: NASCAR Xfinity Series Location: Martinsville (Va.) Speedway (.526-mile oval) Format: 250 laps, broken into three stages (60 laps/60 laps/130 laps) Start/Finish: 16th / 10th (Running, completed 257 of 257 laps) Point Standing: 11th with 2,121 points Note: Race extended seven laps past its scheduled 250-lap distance due to a green-white-checkered finish.
Race Winner: Noah Gragson of JR Motorsports (Chevrolet) Stage 1 Winner: Austin Cindric of Team Penske (Ford) Stage 2 Winner: Noah Gragson of JR Motorsports (Chevrolet)
Overview: Riley Herbst proved resilient in Saturday night’s NASCAR Xfinity Series race at |
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| October 30, 2021 WASHINGTON - On a chilly Saturday afternoon, the Gallaudet University men's soccer team fell to Penn College of Technology in a United East Conference game, 4-0, to spoil Senior Day at Hotchkiss Field. GU recognized its three seniors Shane Angel (Mechanicsville, Md.), Raymond Mukhailov (Brooklyn, N.Y. ) and Dylan Christoffels (Methuen, Mass.) before the start of the game. The two teams played a scoreless first half as the two teams went into halftime tied 0-0. Penn College (4-11-4, 2-3-3 United East) got on the scoreboard in the 53rd minute and added three more en route to the four- |
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| October 31, 2021 WASHINGTON - The Gallaudet women's swimming and diving program kicked off its 2021-22 season here Friday night as the Bison welcomed Bridgewater (Va.) College to the Field House pool. The visiting Eagles won the non-conference meet, 215-31. The meet officially began the Coach Nick Pezzarossi era leading the Gallaudet men's and women's swimming program. Bridgewater dominated and won all 15 events. The Bison had a handful of second-place performances; Jaelynn King (Silver Spring, Md.) in the 1,000-yard freestyle (17:41.91) and Amelia Oliver (Elkridge, Md.) in the 100-yard butterfly (1:24.40). BISON TRACKS
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| October 31, 2021 WASHINGTON - The Gallaudet men's swimming and diving program kicked off its 2021-22 season here Friday night as the Bison welcomed Bridgewater (Va.) College to the Field House pool. The visiting Eagles won 197-47 in the non-conference meet. The meet officially began the Coach Nick Pezzarossi era leading the Gallaudet men's and women's swimming program. Bridgewater dominated and won 14 of 15 events. Senior Ben Sealts (Ottawa, Ohio) won the 500-yard freestyle event easily with a time of 5:13.28. Sealts placed second in the 1,000-yard freestyle (10:47.63). Fellow senior Naveh Berner-Kadish (Takoma Park, Md.) finished second in the 100-yard butterfly (1:24.84). BISON TRACKS
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Harvick Soldiers to 12th-Place Finish at Martinsville |
Date: Oct. 31, 2021 Event: Xfinity 500 (Round 35 of 36) Series: NASCAR Cup Series Location: Martinsville (Va.) Speedway (.526-mile oval) Format: 500 laps, broken into three stages (130 laps/130 laps/240 laps) Start/Finish: 9th / 12th (Running, completed 501 of 501 laps) Point Standing: 6th with 2,318 points Note: Race extended one lap past its scheduled 500-lap distance due to a green-white-checkered finish.
Race Winner: Alex Bowman of Hendrick Motorsports (Chevrolet) Stage 1 Winner: Chase Elliott of Hendrick Motorsports (Chevrolet) Stage 2 Winner: Chase Elliott of Hendrick Motorsports (Chevrolet)
Stage 1 Recap (Laps 1-130): ● Kevin Harvick started ninth and finished 13th. ● The No. 4 Unibet Ford Mustang steadily fell back and was 15th by the time the |
Custer Finishes 23rd at Martinsville Dixie Vodka Peach Cocktail Ford Driver Struggles With Balance of Racecar |
Date: Oct. 31, 2021 Event: Xfinity 500 (Round 35 of 36) Series: NASCAR Cup Series Location: Martinsville (Va.) Speedway (.526-mile oval) Format: 500 laps, broken into three stages (130 laps/130 laps/240 laps) Start/Finish: 24th / 23rd (Running, completed 501 of 501 laps) Point Standing: 26th with 547 points Note: Race extended one lap past its scheduled 500-lap distance due to a green-white-checkered finish.
Race Winner: Alex Bowman of Hendrick Motorsports (Chevrolet) Stage 1 Winner: Chase Elliott of Hendrick Motorsports (Chevrolet) Stage 2 Winner: Chase Elliott of Hendrick Motorsports (Chevrolet)
Stage 1 Recap (Laps 1-130): ● Cole Custer started 24th and finished 22nd. ● When the green flag waved for the 500-lap race, the No. 41 Dixie Vodka Peach Cocktail Ford driver worked his way into the top-20 in only three laps and stayed there for a majority of the opening laps. ● As the green-flag run continued, Custer battled with a tightening Ford Mustang. He fell back to |
Kyle Busch, No. 18 M&M'S Halloween Toyota Camry Race Recap for the Xfinity 500 |
Date: Oct. 31, 2021 Event: Xfinity 500 (Round 35 of 36) Series: NASCAR Cup Series Location: Martinsville (Va.) Speedway (.526-mile oval) Format: 500 laps, broken into three stages (130 laps/130 laps/240 laps) Note: Race extended one lap past its scheduled 500-lap distance due to a green-white-checkered finish.
Start/Finish: 7th/2nd (Running, completed 501 of 501 laps) Point Standing: 9th (2,285 points, Does Not Advance to Championship 4)
Race Winner: Alex Bowman of Hendrick Motorsports (Chevrolet) Stage 1 Winner: Chase Elliott of Hendrick Motorsports (Chevrolet) Stage 2 Winner: Chase Elliott of Hendrick Motorsports (Chevrolet)
Stage 1 Recap (Laps 1-130): ● Kyle Busch started seventh and finished sixth, earning five bonus points. ● The M&M’S Halloween driver was running fifth when the yellow flag was shown on lap 60 for the competition caution. He pitted for tires and an adjustment to help with tire |
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Erik Jones and the No. 43 Goody’s Cool Orange Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE team finished in the eighth-place in the NASCAR Cup Series (NCS) Xfinity 500 at the Martinsville (Va.) Speedway on Sunday, October 31. The lineup for the extended 501-lap event was determined by using NASCAR’s |
