The Brain Prize 2026 is awarded to Professors David Ginty (US) and Patrik Ernfors (Sweden) for their pioneering discoveries on how the nervous system detects and processes touch and pain. Their work has rewritten textbooks and opened new avenues for the development of targeted treatments for conditions such as chronic pain and hypersensitivity to touch. COPENHAGEN, Denmark, March 5, 2026 -- The somatosensory system provides us with the sense of our own body and its physical interactions with the world. Our sense of touch enables us to perceive a passing breeze, feel the shape a
2026년 브레인 상(Brain Prize 2026)이 촉각과 통증을 감지하고 처리하는 신경계의 작동 원리를 규명한 미국의 데이비드 긴티(David Ginty) 교수와 스웨덴의 파트릭 에른포르스(Patrik Ernfors) 교수에게 수여된다. 두 연구자의 성과는 교과서 내용을 새롭게 정립했으며, 만성 통증 및 촉각 과민증과 같은 질환에 대한 표적 치료법 개발의 새로운 길을 열었다. 코펜하겐, 덴마크, 2026년 3월 5일 -- 체성감각계는 우리 신체에 대한 감각과 외부 세계와의 물리적 상호작용을 인지하게 해주는 시스템이다. 촉각은 스쳐 지나가는 바람을 느끼고, 손에 쥔 물체의 형태와 질감을 파악하며, 타인과의 신체 접촉을 감지할 수 있게 한다. 또한 신체 움직임을 조절하고 외부 환경에 반응하는 데 필수적인 감각 피드백을 제공한다. 체성감각계에는 통증 감각도 포함된다. 통증은 기계적 자극, 열, 유해 화학물질 등에 의해 유발될 수 있다. 이는 불쾌한 감각이지만 생존에 필수적인 경고 시스템으로 작용해 유해한 요소로부터 우리를 보호한다. 촉각과 통증을 정상적으로 감지하는 능력에 이상이 생기면 발달장애에서 흔히 관찰되는 촉각 과민증이나
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, March 5, 2026 -- KPJ Healthcare Berhad ("KPJ Healthcare" or "the Group") today launched its first Neuroscience and Stroke Centre of Excellence ("CoE") at Damansara Specialist Hospital 2 ("DSH2"), marking the second Centre of Excellence established under the KPJ Health System ("KPJHS") and expanding the Group's specialised capability in complex neurological and stroke care. The establishment of the Neuroscience and Stroke CoE advances KPJHS by extending structured clinical pathways into high-acuity special
Initial Technical Service Revenue Achieved as the Company Advances Global Deployment and Chain Expansion with Strategic Partner BEIJING, March 5, 2026 -- Datasea Inc. (NASDAQ: DTSS) ("Datasea" or the "Company"), a technology company specializing in acoustic high-tech innovation and AI-driven multimodal digitalization, today announced continued progress in its collaboration with Yizhimei Technology Co., Ltd. ("Yizhimei") relating to technical services and commercial deployment of acoustic + AI head-care robots for health and wellness applications.&n
HONG KONG, March 6, 2026 -- Daybreak on the second day found the Rolex China Sea Race fleet already battle-tested. After slipping quietly out of Victoria Harbour, the boats sailed straight into a potent easterly flow and building seas, transforming the race from a gentle start into a full‑throttle push across open water. Conditions built steadily overnight, with 25–28 kts blowing throughout the evening. It was a tough night for some entries. The double‑handed team on Juice retired due to equipment malfunction, while PHS entry Jibulai later withdrew after suffering a broken main
HOUSTON, March 5, 2026 -- VEVOR, a global leader in home improvement solutions, recently announced its first-ever partnership in professional sports with the NBA's Houston Rockets. As part of this collaboration, VEVOR will appear at home games and community events, forging deeper connections with Rockets fans and Houston residents. The partnership represents a key pillar of VEVOR's U.S. localization strategy and underscores the brand's long-term commitment to both the city and the broader U.S. market. Building Community Through Shared ValuesVEVOR's brand strategy closely aligns
Initial rollout establishes scalable foundation with opportunity for broader distribution, subject to performance GARLAND, Texas, March 5, 2026 -- Massimo Group (NASDAQ: MAMO), a manufacturer and distributor of powersports vehicles, utility vehicles and related equipment, today announced that a long-standing national rural lifestyle retail partner has authorized one Massimo core product for placement across 1,000 U.S. retail locations. The initial rollout includes approximately 2,400 units and will be supported through both physical retail stores and the re
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From Sleep Expert Sessions to Sound Baths Under the Stars, Westin Hotels & Resorts Across the Region Showcase Comprehensive 'Sleep Well' Programs Through Culturally Immersive Experiences SINGAPORE, March 4, 2026 -- As World Sleep Day returns on March 13, 2026, Westin Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott Bonvoy's global portfolio of more than 30 extraordinary hotel brands, reaffirms its leadership in sleep and well-being across Asia Pacific excluding China (APEC). Guided by the brand's Sleep Well pillar, Westin continues to champion rest as a vital foundation for health, p
PARIS, March 3, 2026 -- in-cosmetics Global 2026, the world's leading event for personal care ingredients, returns to Paris from 14–16 April, offering the global beauty industry a crucial opportunity to stay ahead in an increasingly competitive market. With future growth anchored in innovation, the show will unite brands, formulators, R&D specialists, cosmetic scientists, manufacturers and suppliers from around the world, who will showcase ingredients, formulations and services spanning the entire lab-to-launch process. As beauty leaders sharpen their focus on efficacy, sensory app
NEW YORK, Feb. 28, 2026 -- From February 26 to 27, the NPIAP 2026 Annual Conference was held in the United States, bringing together leading clinicians, researchers, and healthcare professionals to advance the prevention and management of pressure injuries. Dimora Medical, a continuous innovator in high-end medical care supplies, participated as the exclusive sponsor of the conference opening ceremony, joining the organizer in spotlighting pressure injury prevention, clinical best practices, and long-term support for affected patients and caregivers. The conference was organize