John Mattone, Bestselling Author and the World's #1 Executive Coach
SANFORD, FL / ACCESSWIRE / February 20, 2024 / John Mattone has been selected as the World's #1 Executive Coach and Coaching Authority for the fifth time in the past six years by the research organization Globalgurus.org. Dr. Peter Chee was #2 and Tony Robbins was #3. As a bestselling author and globally renowned coach, speaker, and educator, John Mattone will be honored at the 2024 Annual Gala in Bali by Global Gurus.
John Mattone - World's #1 Executive Coach John Mattone has been selected as the World's #1 Executive Coach and Coaching Authority for the fifth time in the past six years
As a reputable research organization, Global Gurus first honored Mattone in July 2019 at the Annual Gala in Toronto. While inclusion in the Global Gurus Top 30 Global Coaches is an honor in itself, being distinguished as the world's best professional executive coach for three consecutive years, and five out of the past six years, is a very special honor. This selection is based on professional accomplishments, contributions to the field of coaching, leadership, research, peer respect, and pioneering thought leadership.
John Mattone is the founder of one of the world's leading coaching and leadership development firms, John Mattone Global (JMG). JMG is also an industry-leading coach certification company that provides ICF-approved and accredited certification programs to coaches and leaders through its trademarked and licensed brand, Intelligent Leadership. John Mattone Partners, Inc. (JMP) owns an industry-leading 15 registered IP trademarks awarded by the USPTO.
John Mattone is the pioneer of Intelligent Leadership (IL), a transformative, results-oriented leadership growth philosophy and process that ignites, cultivates, and polishes an individual's heart, mind, and soul in support of creating exceptional leadership and cultural capability in an organization. The IL "movement" began in 2010. Since then, John Mattone's IL coaching system has transformed the lives of nearly one million people and impacted the success of thousands of organizations from every corner of the globe - 55 countries to date.
Since 2017, John Mattone has personally coached and mentored over 750 global executive coaches and 45 of the world's top CEO's and government leaders. John Mattone is the former executive coach to the late Steve Jobs and the former legendary CEO of PepsiCo, Roger Enrico.
John is the author of 10 books, including five best-sellers: Talent Leadership (2012), Intelligent Leadership (2013), Cultural Transformations (2016), The Intelligent Leader (2019), and The Executive Coach's Handbook (2022).
John has a Bachelor of Science in Management & Organizational Behavior as well as a Master of Science and Ph.D. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology. He serves on the Dean's Advisory Board (College of Sciences) at the University of Central Florida (UCF) and is a Distinguished Senior Fellow at the Hult International School of Business.
John Mattone and his family are paying it forward through two scholarships at the University of Central Florida: The John Mattone Endowed Graduate Scholarship Fund for Executive Coaching and Leadership (for Graduate students in Industrial/Organizational Psychology) and The Mattone Family Endowed Scholarship for Industrial/Organizational Psychology.
About John Mattone
John Mattone is a bestselling author, the world's #1 authority on Intelligent Leadership and one of the world's most in-demand CEO coaches and leadership speakers. He is the founder of John Mattone Global, one of the world's leading executive coaching firms.
WEST PALM BEACH, FL / ACCESSWIRE / February 20, 2024 / U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), has announced His Highness Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh(Pacho) of Jaipur, India, as its new Global Brand Ambassador.
Sawai Padmanabh Singh is a member of the Royal Family of Jaipur and is the current Maharaja of Jaipur. A professional polo player, Singh has played for and captained the Indian National Team and has participated in tournaments across Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, France, Germany, Spain, Thailand, the United Kingdom, the United States and more.
Pacho's passion and enthusiasm for the sport of polo has helped popularize it beyond the field, and today the tournaments in Jaipur draw visitors from around the world. With the royal patronage of the Rajasthan Polo Club, Singh continues to further the cause of supporting this unique and historic sport.
"It's an honor to be selected as Global Brand Ambassador for U.S. Polo Assn., a brand that is so popular and respected in my home country of India and so authentic to the sport of polo," said His Highness, Padmanabh Singh, Maharaja of Jaipur. "I look forward to representing the brand with great enthusiasm at sporting and fashion events and on social media for fans and consumers around the world!"
The Role of a U.S. Polo Assn. Global Brand Ambassador
The scope of Pacho's role as Global Brand Ambassador is broad and designed to shine the spotlight on talented polo players and the authenticity of the brand around the world. He will be outfitted in U.S. Polo Assn. apparel and performance gear both on and off the field, share his polo-related and other daily activities on social media, participate in sporting and fashion events on behalf of U.S. Polo Assn., as well as engage in media requests for interviews and campaigns.
"U.S. Polo Assn. is proud to welcome Pacho to our outstanding roster of Global Brand Ambassadors," said J. Michael Prince, President and CEO of USPA Global, which manages the multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand. "U.S. Polo Assn. is a brand that spans 190 countries, including more than 400 brand stores in India alone, and Pacho is a perfect representative of a global polo player that encompasses what our sport-inspired brand is all about - global, vibrant, authentic, and exciting."
U.S. Polo Assn. will also launch a Capsule Collection of elevated polo shirts, white sports pants, oxfords, and sport-inspired accessories inspired by Pacho that he will promote as a U.S. Polo Assn. Global Brand Ambassador.
His Highness Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh and the Sport of Polo
His Highness brings to U.S. Polo Assn. his spirit of sportsmanship and distinctive style that he displays both on and off the field.
Pacho is passionate about the sport of polo and has represented India in the sport across the world. He was named Captain of the Indian National Polo Team in 2022. His journey began while he was at school in the U.K., where he joined the prestigious Guards Polo Club and played at different levels in the U.K. He has won almost every major polo tournament in India and was also the youngest player to win the India Open.
He is also working towards promoting polo in Jaipur through various initiatives like high-goal tournaments, Ladies' Polo, and Junior Polo. He has recently revived the historic Jaipur Polo Team to keep the rich legacy of his family's contributions to the sport alive. The Jaipur Polo Team was revered as one of the greatest in the world and reigned supreme during its time, winning every major polo tournament including the World Cup in 1957 at Deauville, France.
As patron of the Rajasthan Polo Club, Pacho has instituted various training programs for young sportspersons to enable them to learn riding and polo at very nominal rates, with special programs for girls. It is also thanks to Pacho's efforts that every polo season now includes low-goal tournaments, Ladies' Polo, and Out of Hat series for aspiring young players to participate in, encouraging greater participation and inclusivity in a sport perceived by many as elitist. As a result, and unlike any other polo center, Jaipur sees polo fans from many different demographics rush to see and support the game. This is encouraged by His Highness through free access for all games organized at the polo club.
U.S. Polo Assn., an India Power Brand
U.S. Polo Assn.'s popularity in India has only grown with the population, making India prime to be the global brand's fastest-growing market. The tremendous growth in popularity and ultimately market share is not without effort, which includes a strategy focused on both brick-and-mortar and e-commerce, as well as overall brand marketing through storytelling.
"We are thrilled to have His Highness, the Maharaja of Jaipur, as a Global Brand Ambassador for U.S. Polo Assn., one of the most important brands in India," said Shailesh Chaturvedi, Managing Director and CEO of Arvind Fashions Ltd. "Pacho's stature, popularity, sportsmanship and passion are all an excellent representation of our global, sport-inspired brand."
"The combination of having His Highness as our Ambassador, alongside our new, iconic Legends Campaign, our exciting India website, as well as our revamped stores - it's an incredible time for U.S. Polo Assn. consumers to be immersed in our unique brand story in India and around the world," added Chaturvedi.
As one of India's leading casual wear power brands, the multi-billion-dollar, global, sport-inspired U.S. Polo Assn. brand has launched an exclusive brand-specific website USPoloAssn.in to further enhance digital offerings for customers and provide easier access to its product offerings. Its brick-and-mortar growth is exploding in India as well, with 100 more stores in the coming years.
Currently, the brand's retail footprint in India is at more than 400 brand stores, and over 2,000 shop-in-shops, across more than 200 cities in India. Globally, the U.S. Polo Assn. brand is in 190 countries and has global retail sales of more than $2.5 billion.
About U.S. Polo Assn.
U.S. Polo Assn. is the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), the governing body for the sport of polo in the United States and one of the country's oldest sports governing bodies, founded in 1890. With a multi-billion-dollar global footprint and worldwide distribution through over 1,200 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores as well as thousands of additional points of distribution, U.S. Polo Assn. offers apparel, accessories, and footwear for men, women, and children in more than 190 countries worldwide. A recent, multi-year deal with ESPN to broadcast the premier polo championships in the world, sponsored by U.S. Polo Assn., has made the thrilling sport accessible to millions of households globally for the very first time.
U.S. Polo Assn. has consistently been named one of the top global sports licensors alongside the NFL, NBA, and MLB, according to License Global. In addition, the sport-inspired brand is being recognized around the world with awards for global growth, expansion, licensing, and digital presence. Due to its tremendous success as a global brand, particularly in the last five years, U.S. Polo Assn. has been featured in Forbes, Modern Retail, and GQ as well as on Yahoo Finance and Bloomberg, among many other noteworthy media sources around the world. For more information, visit uspoloassnglobal.com and follow @uspoloassn.
About Arvind
Arvind Fashions Ltd., based in Bengaluru, is India's No. 1 casual and denim player in the country's retail industry, a lifestyle powerhouse with a strong portfolio of fashion brands catering to consumers across various sub-categories and price points. With a host of renowned brands, both international and indigenous, like U.S. Polo Assn., ARROW, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein and Flying Machine, Arvind has a presence across lifestyle brands and value fashion. Visit Arvind, USPoloAssn.in, and follow @uspoloassnindia.
Contact Information
Stacey Kovalsky VP Global PR and Communications skovalsky@uspagl.com +001.561.790.8036
Shannon Stilson VP, Sports Marketing & Media sstilson@uspagl.com +001.561.227.6994
Deepansh Bhargava Vice President, Marketing, U.S. Polo Assn. India at Arvind Fashions Limited deepansh.bhargava@arvindbrands.co.in +91 9343897011
WEST PALM BEACH, FL / ACCESSWIRE / February 20, 2024 / U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), has announced His Highness Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh(Pacho) of Jaipur, India, as its new Global Brand Ambassador.
Sawai Padmanabh Singh is a member of the Royal Family of Jaipur and is the current Maharaja of Jaipur. A professional polo player, Singh has played for and captained the Indian National Team and has participated in tournaments across Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, France, Germany, Spain, Thailand, the United Kingdom, the United States and more.
Pacho's passion and enthusiasm for the sport of polo has helped popularize it beyond the field, and today the tournaments in Jaipur draw visitors from around the world. With the royal patronage of the Rajasthan Polo Club, Singh continues to further the cause of supporting this unique and historic sport.
"It's an honor to be selected as Global Brand Ambassador for U.S. Polo Assn., a brand that is so popular and respected in my home country of India and so authentic to the sport of polo," said His Highness, Padmanabh Singh, Maharaja of Jaipur. "I look forward to representing the brand with great enthusiasm at sporting and fashion events and on social media for fans and consumers around the world!"
The Role of a U.S. Polo Assn. Global Brand Ambassador
The scope of Pacho's role as Global Brand Ambassador is broad and designed to shine the spotlight on talented polo players and the authenticity of the brand around the world. He will be outfitted in U.S. Polo Assn. apparel and performance gear both on and off the field, share his polo-related and other daily activities on social media, participate in sporting and fashion events on behalf of U.S. Polo Assn., as well as engage in media requests for interviews and campaigns.
"U.S. Polo Assn. is proud to welcome Pacho to our outstanding roster of Global Brand Ambassadors," said J. Michael Prince, President and CEO of USPA Global, which manages the multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand. "U.S. Polo Assn. is a brand that spans 190 countries, including more than 400 brand stores in India alone, and Pacho is a perfect representative of a global polo player that encompasses what our sport-inspired brand is all about - global, vibrant, authentic, and exciting."
U.S. Polo Assn. will also launch a Capsule Collection of elevated polo shirts, white sports pants, oxfords, and sport-inspired accessories inspired by Pacho that he will promote as a U.S. Polo Assn. Global Brand Ambassador.
His Highness Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh and the Sport of Polo
His Highness brings to U.S. Polo Assn. his spirit of sportsmanship and distinctive style that he displays both on and off the field.
Pacho is passionate about the sport of polo and has represented India in the sport across the world. He was named Captain of the Indian National Polo Team in 2022. His journey began while he was at school in the U.K., where he joined the prestigious Guards Polo Club and played at different levels in the U.K. He has won almost every major polo tournament in India and was also the youngest player to win the India Open.
He is also working towards promoting polo in Jaipur through various initiatives like high-goal tournaments, Ladies' Polo, and Junior Polo. He has recently revived the historic Jaipur Polo Team to keep the rich legacy of his family's contributions to the sport alive. The Jaipur Polo Team was revered as one of the greatest in the world and reigned supreme during its time, winning every major polo tournament including the World Cup in 1957 at Deauville, France.
As patron of the Rajasthan Polo Club, Pacho has instituted various training programs for young sportspersons to enable them to learn riding and polo at very nominal rates, with special programs for girls. It is also thanks to Pacho's efforts that every polo season now includes low-goal tournaments, Ladies' Polo, and Out of Hat series for aspiring young players to participate in, encouraging greater participation and inclusivity in a sport perceived by many as elitist. As a result, and unlike any other polo center, Jaipur sees polo fans from many different demographics rush to see and support the game. This is encouraged by His Highness through free access for all games organized at the polo club.
U.S. Polo Assn., an India Power Brand
U.S. Polo Assn.'s popularity in India has only grown with the population, making India prime to be the global brand's fastest-growing market. The tremendous growth in popularity and ultimately market share is not without effort, which includes a strategy focused on both brick-and-mortar and e-commerce, as well as overall brand marketing through storytelling.
"We are thrilled to have His Highness, the Maharaja of Jaipur, as a Global Brand Ambassador for U.S. Polo Assn., one of the most important brands in India," said Shailesh Chaturvedi, Managing Director and CEO of Arvind Fashions Ltd. "Pacho's stature, popularity, sportsmanship and passion are all an excellent representation of our global, sport-inspired brand."
"The combination of having His Highness as our Ambassador, alongside our new, iconic Legends Campaign, our exciting India website, as well as our revamped stores - it's an incredible time for U.S. Polo Assn. consumers to be immersed in our unique brand story in India and around the world," added Chaturvedi.
As one of India's leading casual wear power brands, the multi-billion-dollar, global, sport-inspired U.S. Polo Assn. brand has launched an exclusive brand-specific website USPoloAssn.in to further enhance digital offerings for customers and provide easier access to its product offerings. Its brick-and-mortar growth is exploding in India as well, with 100 more stores in the coming years.
Currently, the brand's retail footprint in India is at more than 400 brand stores, and over 2,000 shop-in-shops, across more than 200 cities in India. Globally, the U.S. Polo Assn. brand is in 190 countries and has global retail sales of more than $2.5 billion.
About U.S. Polo Assn.
U.S. Polo Assn. is the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), the governing body for the sport of polo in the United States and one of the country's oldest sports governing bodies, founded in 1890. With a multi-billion-dollar global footprint and worldwide distribution through over 1,200 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores as well as thousands of additional points of distribution, U.S. Polo Assn. offers apparel, accessories, and footwear for men, women, and children in more than 190 countries worldwide. A recent, multi-year deal with ESPN to broadcast the premier polo championships in the world, sponsored by U.S. Polo Assn., has made the thrilling sport accessible to millions of households globally for the very first time.
U.S. Polo Assn. has consistently been named one of the top global sports licensors alongside the NFL, NBA, and MLB, according to License Global. In addition, the sport-inspired brand is being recognized around the world with awards for global growth, expansion, licensing, and digital presence. Due to its tremendous success as a global brand, particularly in the last five years, U.S. Polo Assn. has been featured in Forbes, Modern Retail, and GQ as well as on Yahoo Finance and Bloomberg, among many other noteworthy media sources around the world. For more information, visit uspoloassnglobal.com and follow @uspoloassn.
About Arvind
Arvind Fashions Ltd., based in Bengaluru, is India's No. 1 casual and denim player in the country's retail industry, a lifestyle powerhouse with a strong portfolio of fashion brands catering to consumers across various sub-categories and price points. With a host of renowned brands, both international and indigenous, like U.S. Polo Assn., ARROW, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein and Flying Machine, Arvind has a presence across lifestyle brands and value fashion. Visit Arvind, USPoloAssn.in, and follow @uspoloassnindia.
Contact Information
Stacey Kovalsky VP Global PR and Communications skovalsky@uspagl.com +001.561.790.8036
Shannon Stilson VP, Sports Marketing & Media sstilson@uspagl.com +001.561.227.6994
Deepansh Bhargava Vice President, Marketing, U.S. Polo Assn. India at Arvind Fashions Limited deepansh.bhargava@arvindbrands.co.in +91 9343897011
WEST PALM BEACH, FL / ACCESSWIRE / February 20, 2024 / U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), has announced His Highness Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh(Pacho) of Jaipur, India, as its new Global Brand Ambassador.
Sawai Padmanabh Singh is a member of the Royal Family of Jaipur and is the current Maharaja of Jaipur. A professional polo player, Singh has played for and captained the Indian National Team and has participated in tournaments across Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, France, Germany, Spain, Thailand, the United Kingdom, the United States and more.
Pacho's passion and enthusiasm for the sport of polo has helped popularize it beyond the field, and today the tournaments in Jaipur draw visitors from around the world. With the royal patronage of the Rajasthan Polo Club, Singh continues to further the cause of supporting this unique and historic sport.
"It's an honor to be selected as Global Brand Ambassador for U.S. Polo Assn., a brand that is so popular and respected in my home country of India and so authentic to the sport of polo," said His Highness, Padmanabh Singh, Maharaja of Jaipur. "I look forward to representing the brand with great enthusiasm at sporting and fashion events and on social media for fans and consumers around the world!"
The Role of a U.S. Polo Assn. Global Brand Ambassador
The scope of Pacho's role as Global Brand Ambassador is broad and designed to shine the spotlight on talented polo players and the authenticity of the brand around the world. He will be outfitted in U.S. Polo Assn. apparel and performance gear both on and off the field, share his polo-related and other daily activities on social media, participate in sporting and fashion events on behalf of U.S. Polo Assn., as well as engage in media requests for interviews and campaigns.
"U.S. Polo Assn. is proud to welcome Pacho to our outstanding roster of Global Brand Ambassadors," said J. Michael Prince, President and CEO of USPA Global, which manages the multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand. "U.S. Polo Assn. is a brand that spans 190 countries, including more than 400 brand stores in India alone, and Pacho is a perfect representative of a global polo player that encompasses what our sport-inspired brand is all about - global, vibrant, authentic, and exciting."
U.S. Polo Assn. will also launch a Capsule Collection of elevated polo shirts, white sports pants, oxfords, and sport-inspired accessories inspired by Pacho that he will promote as a U.S. Polo Assn. Global Brand Ambassador.
His Highness Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh and the Sport of Polo
His Highness brings to U.S. Polo Assn. his spirit of sportsmanship and distinctive style that he displays both on and off the field.
Pacho is passionate about the sport of polo and has represented India in the sport across the world. He was named Captain of the Indian National Polo Team in 2022. His journey began while he was at school in the U.K., where he joined the prestigious Guards Polo Club and played at different levels in the U.K. He has won almost every major polo tournament in India and was also the youngest player to win the India Open.
He is also working towards promoting polo in Jaipur through various initiatives like high-goal tournaments, Ladies' Polo, and Junior Polo. He has recently revived the historic Jaipur Polo Team to keep the rich legacy of his family's contributions to the sport alive. The Jaipur Polo Team was revered as one of the greatest in the world and reigned supreme during its time, winning every major polo tournament including the World Cup in 1957 at Deauville, France.
As patron of the Rajasthan Polo Club, Pacho has instituted various training programs for young sportspersons to enable them to learn riding and polo at very nominal rates, with special programs for girls. It is also thanks to Pacho's efforts that every polo season now includes low-goal tournaments, Ladies' Polo, and Out of Hat series for aspiring young players to participate in, encouraging greater participation and inclusivity in a sport perceived by many as elitist. As a result, and unlike any other polo center, Jaipur sees polo fans from many different demographics rush to see and support the game. This is encouraged by His Highness through free access for all games organized at the polo club.
U.S. Polo Assn., an India Power Brand
U.S. Polo Assn.'s popularity in India has only grown with the population, making India prime to be the global brand's fastest-growing market. The tremendous growth in popularity and ultimately market share is not without effort, which includes a strategy focused on both brick-and-mortar and e-commerce, as well as overall brand marketing through storytelling.
"We are thrilled to have His Highness, the Maharaja of Jaipur, as a Global Brand Ambassador for U.S. Polo Assn., one of the most important brands in India," said Shailesh Chaturvedi, Managing Director and CEO of Arvind Fashions Ltd. "Pacho's stature, popularity, sportsmanship and passion are all an excellent representation of our global, sport-inspired brand."
"The combination of having His Highness as our Ambassador, alongside our new, iconic Legends Campaign, our exciting India website, as well as our revamped stores - it's an incredible time for U.S. Polo Assn. consumers to be immersed in our unique brand story in India and around the world," added Chaturvedi.
As one of India's leading casual wear power brands, the multi-billion-dollar, global, sport-inspired U.S. Polo Assn. brand has launched an exclusive brand-specific website USPoloAssn.in to further enhance digital offerings for customers and provide easier access to its product offerings. Its brick-and-mortar growth is exploding in India as well, with 100 more stores in the coming years.
Currently, the brand's retail footprint in India is at more than 400 brand stores, and over 2,000 shop-in-shops, across more than 200 cities in India. Globally, the U.S. Polo Assn. brand is in 190 countries and has global retail sales of more than $2.5 billion.
About U.S. Polo Assn.
U.S. Polo Assn. is the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), the governing body for the sport of polo in the United States and one of the country's oldest sports governing bodies, founded in 1890. With a multi-billion-dollar global footprint and worldwide distribution through over 1,200 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores as well as thousands of additional points of distribution, U.S. Polo Assn. offers apparel, accessories, and footwear for men, women, and children in more than 190 countries worldwide. A recent, multi-year deal with ESPN to broadcast the premier polo championships in the world, sponsored by U.S. Polo Assn., has made the thrilling sport accessible to millions of households globally for the very first time.
U.S. Polo Assn. has consistently been named one of the top global sports licensors alongside the NFL, NBA, and MLB, according to License Global. In addition, the sport-inspired brand is being recognized around the world with awards for global growth, expansion, licensing, and digital presence. Due to its tremendous success as a global brand, particularly in the last five years, U.S. Polo Assn. has been featured in Forbes, Modern Retail, and GQ as well as on Yahoo Finance and Bloomberg, among many other noteworthy media sources around the world. For more information, visit uspoloassnglobal.com and follow @uspoloassn.
About Arvind
Arvind Fashions Ltd., based in Bengaluru, is India's No. 1 casual and denim player in the country's retail industry, a lifestyle powerhouse with a strong portfolio of fashion brands catering to consumers across various sub-categories and price points. With a host of renowned brands, both international and indigenous, like U.S. Polo Assn., ARROW, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein and Flying Machine, Arvind has a presence across lifestyle brands and value fashion. Visit Arvind, USPoloAssn.in, and follow @uspoloassnindia.
Contact Information
Stacey Kovalsky VP Global PR and Communications skovalsky@uspagl.com +001.561.790.8036
Shannon Stilson VP, Sports Marketing & Media sstilson@uspagl.com +001.561.227.6994
Deepansh Bhargava Vice President, Marketing, U.S. Polo Assn. India at Arvind Fashions Limited deepansh.bhargava@arvindbrands.co.in +91 9343897011
Hyris' molecular diagnostic technology has been adapted to enable real-time surveillance of mosquito vector insecticide resistance, which will aid in malaria control campaigns.
LONDON, UK / ACCESSWIRE / February 20, 2024 / Hyris, working with an international team of researchers, has developed a prototype field-deployable surveillance system to detect insecticide-resistant malaria vector mosquitoes in the field without the need for transportation to sophisticated laboratories. The prototype can diagnose a mosquito for insecticide resistance at the field site three or less hours after capture. Current approaches can take up to six months since samples must be collected in remote areas and then transported to centralized laboratories for testing.
Hyris fights malaria Disease vector mosquito
The early and cost-effective detection of mosquito resistance to insecticides is essential for planning and implementing effective malaria control strategies. Mosquito-killing insecticides remain key weapons in preventing malaria transmission in sub-Saharan Africa and other malaria-endemic parts of the world. However, mosquitoes often develop resistance to insecticides, rendering them ineffective in disrupting the spread of the disease.
The newly developed Hyris technology of pre-filled dried cartridges enables running the diagnostic assay by simply adding the mosquito sample to a well already containing all other reagents, simplifying the testing workflow. The stability of the dried reagents enables their storage at room temperature for up to six months thereby not requiring freezers which are lacking at most sample collection sites in the field.
"This new test is deployable right in-field," explains Lorenzo Colombo, CTO and Managing Director at Hyris. "Our technology enables researchers to collect a mosquito sample in the field and conduct the molecular diagnostic assay right there, with real-time acquisition, from a central lab, of insecticide resistance data from the disease-endemic area."
The team is currently exploring the path for nationwide deployment of the mosquito insecticide resistance surveillance system in Cameroon, something that would enable real-time informed decision-making on malaria mosquito control campaigns using the most effective insecticides.
Stefano Lo Priore, Founder and CEO at Hyris, further explains the advantages of this new test: "The necessity of cold chain has always been a critical roadblock for any test distribution in remote areas. This new malaria mosquito insecticide resistance test does not require any cold chain for shipping, making it one hundred percent field-deployable." Lo Priore also highlights how such projects perfectly align with Hyris' commitment to developing advanced biotech solutions for critical environments. "We work to provide increasingly efficient ways to manage outbreak readiness and health prevention, especially in the most challenging situations."
For more information, feel free to contact a Hyris specialist at info@hyris.net.
Bangkok, Lower Isan Region lower central region and eastern region There will be thunderstorms in some places, while in Bangkok and surrounding areas there will be thunderstorms in 10% of the area. The weather is hot during the day.
Meteorological Department weather forecast for the next 24 hours Southerly and southeast winds blow over the lower northeastern region. lower central region and eastern region This characteristic causes thunderstorms in some areas. Ask people in upper Thailand to take care of their health due to the changing weather conditions. And be careful of dangers from thunderstorms. Strong wind gusts that may occur during this period are also included.
For the easterly and southeast winds blow over the Gulf of Thailand, the southern region and the Andaman Sea. This characteristic causes the southern region to still have thunderstorms in some places. The wind waves in the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea are weak. In the Gulf of Thailand, the sea has waves about 1 meter high. In areas
with thunderstorms, waves are more than 1 meter high. In the Andaman Sea, waves are less than 1 meter. Away from the coast and in areas with thunderstorms, waves are more than 1 meter high. Boat sailors in the Gulf of Thailand are requested to and the Andaman Sea, avoid sailing in areas with thunderstorms.
Dust in this period: Northern, Northeastern regions and the upper central region has moderate to high levels of dust/smog accumulation. Because the wind that blows over it is weak.
Regional weather forecast
Bangkok-Metropolitan area: Partly cloudy and hot during the day. There will be thunderstorms in 10 percent of the area. Lowest temperature 25-27 degrees Celsius. Highest temperature 34-36 degrees Celsius. Southern wind speed 10-20 km/hr.
Northern Region: Cool to cold weather with morning fog. and it is hot during the day Lowest temperature 12-24 degrees Celsius. Highest temperature 34-38 degrees Celsius. The mountain tops are cold to very cold and there is frost in some places. Lowest temperature 4-1
2 degrees Celsius, southerly winds 5-15 km/hr.
Northeastern region: Cool with some fog in the morning. and it is hot during the day There will be thunderstorms in 10 percent of the area with strong wind gusts in some places. Mostly in Nong Khai, Bueng Kan, Sakon Nakhon and Nakhon Phanom provinces, minimum temperatures are 22-24 degrees Celsius, maximum temperatures are 36-38 degrees Celsius. Cool to cold at mountain tops. Lowest temperature 13-17 degrees Celsius. Southeast wind speed 10-15 km/hr.
Central region: Some fog in the morning. with hot weather during the day Lowest temperature 21-25 degrees Celsius, highest temperature 35-38 degrees Celsius, southerly winds 10-20 km/hr.
Eastern Region: Hot weather during the day. There will be thunderstorms in 10 percent of the area, mostly in Rayong, Chanthaburi and Trat provinces. Minimum temperature 24-27 degrees Celsius, maximum temperature 32-36 degrees Celsius, southeasterly winds 15-30 km/hr. The sea has high waves of approximately 1 meter in areas with th
understorms, waves higher than 1 meter.
Southern Region (East Coast): Thunderstorms in 20 percent of the area, mostly in Nakhon Si Thammarat Province, Phatthalung, Songkhla, Pattani, Yala and Narathiwat.
Minimum temperature 23-25 ??degrees Celsius, maximum temperature 32-36 degrees Celsius, southeast winds 15-30 km. ./hr. The sea has waves about 1 meter high. In areas with thunderstorms the waves are more than 1 meter high.
Southern Region (West Coast): Thunderstorms in 20 percent of the area, mostly in Krabi, Trang, and Satun provinces, with hot weather during the day. Lowest temperature 23-26 degrees Celsius, highest temperature 34-37 degrees Celsius, easterly winds 10-30 km/hr. The sea has waves less than 1 meter high. Far from the coast and in areas with thunderstorms, waves higher than 1 meter.
Source: Thai News Agency
Hanoi: The Department of Information Security under the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) has warned of the continued prevalence of online scams after the Tet (Lunar New Year) holiday.
Many people have fallen victim to increasingly sophisticated scams, which often target gullible, greedy or technologically illiterate people.
Meta Platforms Inc., the tech company that manages two of the most popular social media platforms in Vietnam, Facebook and Instagram, recently warned users of several common online scams during Tet, including the "Electronic Li Xi (Lucky Money)" scam.
Electronic Li Xi, done using links generated by electronic wallet apps such as Momo or VNPayQR, has become popular in recent Tet holidays. The user would share this link or an image with the QR code for the recipient to click on or scan, and the money will be transferred to their electronic wallet account.
However recently, scammers have taken advantage of this convenient feature to impersonate victims' acquaintances and s
end malicious links via social media or messaging platforms, usually in the form of links. When users click on the links, they may inadvertently provide personal information and become victims of scams or identity theft.
Scammers also fake text messages of banks, announcing that they have received a gift from the bank. The content of the messages includes links to fake websites which bear a similar interface to actual banking websites.
The fake website tricks people, requesting them to enter information such as their bank account number and password. When the information is entered, the scammers will be able to access the bank account.
The Department of Information Security of the MIC recommends that users verify the identity of the sender before receiving electronic Li Xi.
Users should be careful and vigilant to recognise suspicious signs in messages, such as spelling errors, brand impersonation, or overly large offers. Users should not provide personal information, accounts, passwords, VNeID, one-time a
uthentication codes (OTP), ID card information or bank accounts to any individual or organisation through any form, or follow any instructions from strange phone numbers.
Meta also recommends users set up two-factor authentication to protect their online accounts and reduce the risk of unauthorised access.
Fake online fortune telling scams
Another emerging scam during and after Tet is online fortune-telling. Social media platforms like Facebook and TikTok have seen a rise in individuals posing as spiritual figures offering and advertising fortune-telling services. These advertisements often target those seeking guidance or answers at the start of the new year.
Many people have fallen victim to online spiritual scams because they believe in unfounded fortune-telling, leading to bad consequences for themselves and their families, wasting time and money, and bringing anxiety and confusion.
Authorities warn that engaging with these services can lead to financial loss and emotional distress due to misleading
information.
The Department of Information Security recommends that people not get involved in spiritual scams on social media. Users need to research carefully and verify the source before making any transactions on social media to avoid being scammed./.
Source: Vietnam News Agency
House,, The Cabinet resolved to approve extending the period of visa exemption for tourism for Kazakhstani passport holders until 31 August 2024.
Mr. Chai Watcharong, spokesman for the Prime Minister's Office, revealed that the Cabinet meeting approved the exemption of tourist visas for passport holders. Or a document used in place of a passport for the nationality of 'Kazakhstan' in special cases. and is temporary From the original end of February 29, 2024, it was extended to August 31, 2024 after it was found that in 2023 there were more than 172,282 Kazakh tourists traveling to Thailand, considered a record high. With an average cost per trip of 75,080 baht/person/time, it is a group of tourists with potential and high purchasing power.
The Cabinet has also assigned relevant security agencies to monitor and monitor. and evaluate the impact of issuing this announcement of the Ministry of Interior after the 6 month period announced, if it has an impact on national security and interests. Relevant security
agencies can propose to the Cabinet to consider canceling the said announcement.
Source: Thai News Agency
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