March 8, 2016 9:39 pm Published by Michael

11:29 a.m., March 9, 2016–Four early-career researchers have won University of Delaware Research Foundation Strategic Initiative (UDRF-SI) grants to pursue studies in eye health, alternative energy, environmental health and cybersecurity.

The competitive grants, awarded annually by UDRF, are provided as seed money for projects that support the goals of the University’s strategic initiative “Delaware Will Shine” and show potential for success and the ability to draw additional grant support.

Lachke, assistant professor in the Department of Biological Sciences, for his study of cataracts and genetic associations.

Kalehiwot Nega Manahiloh, assistant professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, for a microscopic study on the saturated hydraulic conductivity of soil and biochar mixtures.

John Newberg, assistant professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, for his study of how catalytic surfaces change under operating conditions.

Chengmo Yang, assistant professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, for her work on securing cyber platforms against hardware trojans.

Salil Lachke

Lachke’s research focuses on eye disorders, including cataracts, which are a leading cause of blindness around the world and are at the center of this study.

Specifically, he is looking at the genes associated with maintaining transparency in the eye’s lens.

He developed an online gene discovery tool called iSyTE (integrated systems tool for eye gene discovery), which is hosted at UD’s Center for Bioinformatics and Computational Biology.

He and his lab already have identified several genes that, when defective, appear to contribute to the formation of cataracts and this study will test that hypothesis and further define the role of two specific genes Mafg and Mafk while also mapping out a gene regulatory network for future analysis of the massive quantity of data collected.

The work is expected to further expand what is known about lens-related genetics and shed light on other genetic links to cataracts, in turn contributing to defining a genetic circuit for lens development and maintenance.

Lachke earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees at the University of Pune, India, and his doctorate at the University of Iowa.

His research also has drawn support from the Fight for Sight Foundation, the Alcon Research Institute, the Knights Templar Eye Foundation, INBRE Delaware, and the National Eye Institute and the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research of the National Institutes of Health.

Kalehiwot Manahiloh

Manahiloh’s research focuses on unsaturated soil mechanics, nondestructive investigation of geomaterials, and micromechanics.

Specifically, this study focuses on investigating the microscopic features found in mixtures of soil and biochar, a type of charcoal used as a soil amendment.

March 8, 2016 9:30 pm Published by Michael

Community meeting scheduled for park grant application to receive comments on an application for matching grant funds from the NC Parks & Recreation Trust Fund.

Yadkin County may apply for NC Parks and Recreation Trust Fund matching grant funds up to $250,000 to assist with Phase 2 of Yadkin Memorial Park consisting of a primitive campground, restroom/shower facilities, an 18-hole disc golf course with parking and access road, expansion of existing trails, and a dog park.

March 8, 2016 9:29 pm Published by Michael

Unified school board approved a new charter high school, despite the district charter school division’s recommendation that the board deny the application.

Charter schools are publicly funded but can be privately operated, and Westside Innovative School House Inc.

In a 4-2 vote Tuesday (board President Steve Zimmer abstained), the school board decided to let the group open Wish Academy High School under a three-year charter.

The move comes one month after 21 organizations that run charter schools in Los Angeles sent a letter to the board accusing the district of unfair treatment in its approval process. Sign up for the free Essential California newsletter >>

WISH has had dwindling funds since 2011-12 and is financially unprepared to open a high school, the district’s charter division denial recommendation to the school board states.

Shawna Draxton, WISH’s executive director, disputed that in a letter to the board and superintendent. “Since submitting our Petition, WISH has received written confirmation from California Department of Education (CDE) that our application for a $575,000 Public Charter Schools Grant Program start-up grant has qualified for funding, pending charter approval and CDE staff approval of the grant application budget,” the letter reads.

WISH asserts that the L.A.

March 8, 2016 9:18 pm Published by Michael

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March 8, 2016 9:18 pm Published by Michael

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March 8, 2016 9:09 pm Published by Michael

Progress continues in riverfront development – KPCNews: Northwest News Progress continues in riverfront development

FORT WAYNE a The contract for the schematic designs of a riverfront promenade were introduced to city council on Tuesday.

aThis is an important next step in our efforts to continue the momentum and excitement about the future of our riverfront area,a Fort Wayne Mayor Tom Henry said. aBy working together, weare in position to develop unique projects along the riverfront that will strengthen our position as a local and national leader in economic development opportunities and quality of place amenities.a

In November, Riverworks Design Group, comprised of Design Collaborative, Forum Studio, Hoch Associates, Engineering Resources, American Structurepoint, and One Lucky Guitar, was chosen by the Riverfront Implementation Committee, which is made up of local government, business and neighborhood leaders.

In February 2015, the Cityas riverfront consultant, SWA Group, completed the Cityas first-ever riverfront study and recommended building a waterfront promenade as the first phase of enhancements to Fort Wayneas downtown riverfront. The Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne is a partner with the City to develop the riverfront.

Residents wanting to stay connected to the Riverfront Fort Wayne initiative may visit RiverfrontFW.org.

March 8, 2016 9:07 pm Published by Michael

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March 8, 2016 8:56 pm Published by Michael

Veritas Prep Charter School in Springfield accepts new class of students, receives $15,000 donation | masslive.com Veritas Prep Charter School in Springfield accepts new class of students, receives $15,000 donation

SPRINGFIELD — Huddled together in a cafeteria where they hoped their children would eat lunch together next year, a group of parents waited in anticipation Tuesday evening.

Veritas Prep Charter School held its annual lottery to accept 80 grade 5 students for the upcoming school year.

The school received twice the number of applications to spots available.

During the enrollment lottery on Tuesday, priority was given to the 16 siblings of students already enrolled at Veritas, leaving 64 spots remaining.

As school officials pulled names of accepted students, parents cheered and clapped upon hearing the names of their children.

The South End charter focuses on providing students a college preparatory education before they enroll in high school. The school year starts earlier for Veritas students – classes began in August this year – and the days are longer.

In addition to a new grade 5 class, students will see another addition to the school next year.

Aaron Mendelson, chair of the Veritas board of trustees, announced the school will receive a $15,000 grant. School founder and executive director Rachel Romano said the school is working to give a computer to each Veritas student.

March 8, 2016 8:56 pm Published by Michael