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Sirva Appoints Carlyn Taylor as Chief Executive Officer

OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill., Feb. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Sirva Worldwide, Inc. (“Sirva” or the “Company”), a leading global relocation and moving services provider, today announced the appointment of Carlyn Taylor as Chief Executive Officer and a member of the Board of Directors, effective immediately. Taylor succeeds Tom Oberdorf, who is retiring.

Taylor joins Sirva from FTI Consulting, where she served as Chief Growth Officer and Global Co-Leader of Corporate Finance. During her tenure at FTI, Taylor led the firm’s strategy, business transformation and transactions practices globally, coordinated firm-wide initiatives focused on artificial intelligence and other technologies, and championed a variety of professional development and culture-building programs at the highest levels of the organization.

“Under Tom’s leadership, Sirva has established a truly global footprint, the richest portfolio of flexible relocation and household goods services, best-in-class technology solutions, and a significantly strengthened balance sheet,” said Linda Galipeau, Chairman of the Sirva Board of Directors. “On behalf of the entire Board, I thank him for his dedication to Sirva over the last 13 years and wish him the best in his retirement.”

Galipeau continued, “As we begin this new chapter, our Board is confident that Carlyn is uniquely qualified to guide Sirva’s next phase of growth and innovation. She is a results-oriented leader, who deeply understands the nuances of running a global business, the power of technology to enhance client service and the importance of building empowered teams able to execute at speed and scale.”

Taylor stated, “Sirva’s brand and platform are unmatched in our industry, and I am confident there are even more opportunities to extend our leadership, further differentiate our client service, enhance our agent partnerships and otherwise build on all the hard work that has gotten Sirva to where it is today. It is a privilege to join the Sirva team at such an exciting inflection point, and I look forward to all we will achieve together.”

Oberdorf said, “It has been a privilege to lead Sirva as CEO for the last seven years, and I am extremely proud of what we have accomplished in that time. Sirva is now the leader in our industry, with a strong balance sheet and an unmatched global team. Onboarding Carlyn is the final piece of the puzzle before I can begin my retirement with confidence Sirva is poised for long term success and positioned to thrive.”

About Carlyn Taylor

With over 30 years’ experience in strategy, business transformation and transactions, Taylor brings a wealth of financial and operating expertise to her role at Sirva, along with a clear track record building winning teams on a global scale, leading growth and driving innovation.

In her eight years as Global Co-Leader of FTI’s Corporate Finance segment, the division grew Revenue and EBITDA at a 13% CAGR, almost double the rest of the firm, quickly becoming the growth engine of FTI and the largest division by far.  During the years Taylor co-led Corporate Finance, the stock increased 6.5X, creating immense value for shareholders and employees.  Key growth drivers she led included helping the firm establish more than 20 sector specialties, starting the Private Equity practice, making global tuck-in acquisitions, launching the firm’s strategy practice, and driving innovation and technology initiatives.

In 2023, Taylor added the role of Chief Growth Officer to her extensive leadership portfolio. In this capacity, she connected teams across geographies and disciplines to deliver more holistic, value-maximizing solutions for clients with greater speed and scale. Most notably, Taylor led the firm’s global artificial intelligence strategy and firmwide innovation and digital growth initiatives.

Taylor also invested considerable time building the firm’s culture. She co-founded an Employee Resource Group to champion the role of women in the firm and spearheaded learning and development programs at the seniormost levels.

Before her time at FTI, Taylor was a partner at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), where she founded and led the Telecommunication Industry practice within the Financial Advisory Services group. She started her career as a Consultant at Price Waterhouse.

A valedictorian graduate of the University of Southern California, Taylor earned a B.S. and M.A. in Economics. She is also a Certified Public Accountant, is Certified by the National Association of Corporate Directors, is accredited in Business Valuation by the AICPA, and held securities licenses from FINRA for 17 years. Taylor currently serves on two public Boards, Flowserve Corporation and the Hain Celestial Group.

About Sirva

Sirva is a global leader in relocation and moving services, offering solutions for the employee relocation industry. With 78 locations servicing 190+ countries, we offer an unparalleled global footprint supported by extensive product offerings and robust technology solutions that support organizations’ global and diverse workforces. From relocation and household goods to commercial moving and storage, our portfolio of Brands (Including Sirva, Allied, northAmerican, Global Van Lines, Alliance, Sirva Mortgage and SMARTBOX) provide a superior relocation and moving experience to both corporate and consumer clients. Sirva is a leading global moving and relocation provider offering solutions for relocation of any size, frequency, and complexity.

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MDP+, Launches Aid Campaign for Victims and Firefighters of LA Wildfires

  • Donates skincare products and specialized skin repair kits to local residents and firefighters
  • Ongoing efforts to support relief work in collaboration with the local community

SEOUL, South Korea, Feb. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — MDP+, a global dermocosmetic brand, has launched a campaign to aid wildfire victims and firefighters in Los Angeles, promoting skin health recovery for local residents while expressing gratitude to the firefighters battling the fires.

The skincare kit for local residents offers exceptional skin recovery benefits, helping to soothe and restore damaged skin while providing daily protection against external stressors. Requests for the kit can be made via MDP+’s official Instagram account for the U.S. (@MDP_usa).

In addition, specialized restoration kits will be sent to key fire stations across LA to honor the dedication of firefighters. Ample quantities will be provided to ensure they reach both firefighters and residents nearby.

“We offer our deepest sympathies to those affected by the wildfires in LA, and we hope our donation helps support their well-being and return to normal life. Additionally, we would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to the firefighters for their tireless efforts on the front lines to suppress the fires,” commented a representative from MDP+.

MEDIPEEL has entered the U.S. market with its export-exclusive brand “MDP+” and is committed to contributing to local communities as a socially responsible global business by engaging in diverse social contribution activities both domestically and internationally.

MEDIPEEL is the flagship brand of SKINIDEA, which is under MDP Holdings (CEO Michael Chung), a portfolio company of Morgan Stanley PE Asia (MSPEA). SKINIDEA is recognized for its innovative products integrating premium ingredients and patented dermatological technology. Exporting to over 75 countries worldwide, SKINIDEA develops high-performance skincare solutions through comprehensive research and clinical trials, ensuring both instant and long-lasting improvements tailored to various skin types.

Abyss Solutions Signs Research and Development Contract with Petrobras

HOUSTON, Feb. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ —  Abyss Solutions, a global leader in autonomous inspection technology, is proud to announce the signing of a groundbreaking research and development contract with Petrobras. The partnership focuses on the development of an innovative image contextualization and enrichment service capable of aggregate engineering and operational metadata. This solution will address the challenges posed by incomplete input data, ensure scalability across Petrobras’ fleet with minimal processing time, and seamlessly integrate with the ecosystem of solutions under development by Petrobras for digital asset integrity management, Ativo360, already deployed across its fleet.

Work on the contract is set to commence in January 2025.

Since its founding over a decade ago, Abyss Solutions has pioneered industry-leading solutions for scalable inspections in the energy, marine, and critical infrastructure sectors. The company’s foundation is built on unparalleled technical expertise, a robust intellectual property portfolio, and a globally recognized team excelling in computer vision, machine learning, sensing, software engineering, and artificial intelligence.

“This new award strengthens our diverse portfolio of projects with major energy companies and demonstrates our long-term commitment to the Brazilian market, providing innovative and efficient solutions to meet our clients’ needs”, said Paulo Martins, Regional Director for South America.

“The expected capability provided by Abyss Solutions, involving the automatic identification of scene elements based on all the information available in Ativo360 digital assets, will enhance the significant benefits of the solution, including reduced MHER (man hours exposed to risk) in activities reliant on field dimensional surveys and inspections. Additionally, the solution aims to lower OPEX (operational expenditures) through improved maintenance planning and reduced demand for support vessels during production stops, thanks to more efficient activity scheduling. The service will initially cover Petrobras’ entire fleet of offshore platforms, with potential expansion to onshore assets in the future”, says Lucas Castelli, Petrobras Ocean Engineering R&D Manager

THE ROYAL CANADIAN MINT’S COMMEMORATING BLACK HISTORY SILVER COIN SERIES HONOURS THE VANCOUVER COMMUNITY OF HOGAN’S ALLEY

OTTAWA, ON, Feb. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As Black History Month is celebrated nationwide, the Royal Canadian Mint is honouring Hogan’s Alley, a Black community that thrived in Vancouver’s Strathcona neighbourhood until the early 1970’s. Black settlement in Vancouver began in 1858. Hogan’s Alley later became home to porters working for the nearby Great Northern Railway station, families, and entrepreneurs of all kinds who ran small businesses, entertainment venues, and some of Vancouver’s favourite restaurants. Disadvantaged by inequitable city planning policies, Hogan’s Alley was eventually demolished to make way for a road viaduct project. As a new generation of community leaders breathes fresh life into a lost part of the city, the Mint’s 2025 Fine Silver Commemorating Black History collector coin celebrates the undying spirit of Hogan’s Alley. This memorable and inspiring coin is available as of February 4, 2025.

“As we work towards recreating a hub for Black communities in Metro Vancouver, it is important to learn about the historic Black presence and contributions that shaped our city. This commemorative coin is a meaningful acknowledgment of the history and spirit of Hogan’s Alley, and we hope it inspires ongoing efforts to honor and restore the legacy of this vibrant community,” said Djaka Blais, Executive Director of Hogan’s Alley Society.

“Crafting coins that breathe new life into stories that reflect the full breadth of Canada’s heritage is important to the Royal Canadian Mint,” said Marie Lemay, President and CEO of the Royal Canadian Mint. “This is why we are proud to continue supporting the national celebration of Canada’s Black History Month with coins that highlight fascinating chapters of Black history in Canada that should be preserved for generations to come.”

Artist Kwame Delfish composed a rich collage to illustrate the spirit and vitality of Hogan’s Alley on the reverse of this coin. British Columbia’s provincial flower, the Pacific Dogwood, is engraved at the centre and is surrounded by symbolic figures such as: a cook at one of the famed women-owned chicken house restaurants; a Black railway sleeping car porter; a choir representing the African Methodist Episcopal Fountain Chapel; two different types of dancers, as well as a pianist, saxophonist and singer, all representing the incredible talent that was a mainstay of the community’s nightclubs and speakeasies. The obverse features a maple leaf pattern and the effigy of His Majesty King Charles III by Canadian artist Steven Rosati.

“This coin pays homage to the vibrant community of Hogan’s Alley. While housing discrimination played an integral role in the settlement of Black Canadians as primary residents of this neighbourhood, it only tells part of the story. As an Afro-Caribbean designer, it was necessary for me to ground this piece in the rich culture and entrepreneurial prowess of this tenacious community,” said artist Kwame Delfish. “A thriving cultural hub that encompassed music, art and activism, the residents restored a sense of identity and belonging, strengthened solidarity and bolstered collective pride. While short-lived, Hogan’s Alley is part of Canadian history that is to be celebrated. I hope I was able to capture the essence of this distinct community, while also amplifying Black settlement in Canada.”

Limited to a mintage of 5,000, the 2025 $20 Fine Silver Coin – Commemorating Black History: Hogan’s Alley retails for $119.95. This new collectible may be ordered by contacting the Mint at 1-800-267–1871 in Canada, 1-800-268–6468 in the US, or at www.mint.ca. It will also be available at the Royal Canadian Mint’s boutiques in Ottawa and Winnipeg, at participating Canada Post outlets, and through the Mint’s global network of dealers and distributors.

Images of this coin are available here.

About the Royal Canadian Mint
The Royal Canadian Mint is the Crown corporation responsible for the minting and distribution of Canada’s circulation coins. The Mint is one of the largest and most versatile mints in the world, producing award-winning collector coins, market-leading bullion products, as well as Canada’s prestigious military and civilian honours. As an established London and COMEX Good Delivery refiner, the Mint also offers a full spectrum of best-in-class gold and silver refining services. As an organization that strives to take better care of the environment, to cultivate safe and inclusive workplaces and to make a positive impact on the communities where it operates, the Mint integrates environmental, social and governance practices in every aspect of its operations.

For more information on the Mint, its products and services, visit www.mint.ca. Follow the Mint on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.

For more information, media are asked to contact: Deneen Perrin, Director, Public Affairs, Government Relations and Stakeholder Engagement, Telephone: 613-292-8699, perrin@mint.ca

MediaGo Achieves GDPR Compliance Validation for 2025, Demonstrating Commitment to User Data Privacy and Security

SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — MediaGo, the leading deep learning-based intelligent advertising platform, announced that it had received General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) 2025 compliance validation from TrustArc. This authoritative third-party certification demonstrates MediaGo’s strong commitment to data security and protection, as well as its unwavering dedication to upholding the highest standards of data privacy.

With its outstanding performance in data collection and processing, standards implementation, and compliance argumentation, MediaGo has passed the rigorous review process by TrustArc, a world-renowned privacy protection certification organization. Obtaining the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) certification proves MediaGo’s professional abilities in the field of data privacy protection and reflects MediaGo’s persistent pursuit of high standards in data security.

MediaGo consistently prioritizes information security and the protection of user privacy. It is committed to fully meeting the EU’s data protection standards and aligns with the ISO 27001 International Standard for Information Security Management Systems, ensuring the delivery of secure and reliable intelligent advertising services to users and the advertising industry.

GDPR is a comprehensive data protection regulation that establishes clear standards for collecting, using, processing, and transferring personal data within the EU and the European Economic Area (EEA). It is widely regarded as the most stringent law on user privacy and data protection currently in force. For companies operating in the EU or serving EU customers, adherence to GDPR is essentially crucial. It not only demonstrates the company’s rigorous protection of personal data in the EU and EEA but also serves as a prerequisite for legal and compliant business operations.

As a global leader in data privacy, TrustArc helps organizations establish and improve privacy management processes for privacy compliance. This allows them to meet the requirements of various laws and regulations, mitigate risks, and foster trust.

“For the advertising industry, the importance of user data privacy protection is increasing day by day,” stated Peter Jinfeng Pan, Head of MediaGo. “MediaGo has always placed great importance on data privacy protection, and obtaining GDPR compliance validation again this year confirms the effectiveness of our long-term efforts. MediaGo solemnly pledges to continue safeguarding users’ privacy and preserving a pure advertising ecosystem.”

With the protection of user privacy and security as a top priority, MediaGo is dedicated to maximizing advertisers’ ROI through deep learning technology. Over the past year, MediaGo has earned multiple prestigious industry awards, including the Global Tech Awards, the Gold Stevie® Award from the American Business Awards®, and the Artificial Intelligence Excellence Award, in recognition of its pioneering advertising technology and tangible improvements in advertising performance.

About MediaGo

MediaGo is an intelligent advertising platform. Based on deep learning algorithms, MediaGo empowers businesses of all scales, creating tangible value for companies. With 12 operational centers worldwide, MediaGo has successfully provided localized and comprehensive business growth services to over 10,000 partners.

ELLIOTT INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT CLOSES ACQUISITION OF MAJORITY INTEREST IN AMERICAN GREETINGS

CLEVELAND, Feb. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Elliott Investment Management L.P. (Elliott), Clayton, Dubilier & Rice (CD&R), and American Greetings Corporation today announced the successful completion of the previously announced transaction in which Elliott acquired a majority ownership stake in American Greetings, a global leader in the large and enduring Celebrations marketplace.


Recognizing the tremendous opportunity ahead, CD&R and the Weiss family, descendants of Jacob Sapirstein, who founded the company in 1906, will maintain a significant minority ownership interest in American Greetings.

The acquisition, announced on December 20, 2024, has now met all regulatory approvals and closing conditions.

Joe Arcuri, CEO of American Greetings, said, “This is an exciting time for American Greetings. Elliott shares our vision for growth and innovation, and together, we will leverage our combined strengths to create greater opportunities to drive growth that will benefit all our stakeholders, including our consumers, customers, and associates around the world.”  

“We are looking forward to partnering with the American Greetings leadership team, CD&R and the Weiss family, and using our sector and international experience to support the next phase of the company’s growth,” said Paul Best, Senior Managing Director and Head of European Private Equity at Elliott.

American Greetings is a creator, manufacturer, and distributor of physical and digital Celebration products worldwide with iconic brands, including American Greetings, Papyrus, and Carlton Cards. Its digital business is a leading provider of digital greetings and premium Celebrations content through proprietary technology platforms and apps, with popular digital brands, including American Greetings, Blue Mountain, Jacquie Lawson, SmashUps™, and Creatacard™.

Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Advisors
Elliott has obtained committed financing from Barclays, UBS Investment Bank and BofA Securities. Davis, Polk & Wardwell served as legal advisor, and UBS Investment Bank served as financial advisor to Elliott in the transaction. Debevoise & Plimpton LLP served as legal advisor, and Centerview Partners and BofA Securities served as financial advisors to American Greetings.

About American Greetings

American Greetings is a global leader in the large and enduring Celebrations marketplace. The company helps people celebrate holidays, each other, and all of life’s special moments, in-person and online, guided by a mission to “make the world a more thoughtful and caring place every single day.”  American Greetings offers products wherever and however people wish to purchase them – online, in-store, or curbside pickup. Celebrations happen throughout the year, driven by traditional holidays, key milestone moments such as weddings, baby showers and graduations, as well as recurring everyday events such as birthdays and anniversaries. The company’s brands include American Greetings, Papyrus, Carlton Cards, and Recycled Paper Greetings. Its digital business unit, AG Interactive, is a leading provider of digital greetings and premium Celebrations content through proprietary technology platforms and apps. Its popular digital brands include American Greetings, Blue Mountain, Jacquie Lawson, SmashUps™, and Creatacard™. For more information, visit corporate.americangreetings.com and follow us @AmericanGreetings on Facebook and @amgreetings on Instagram. 

About Elliott

Elliott Investment Management L.P. (together with its affiliates, “Elliott”) manages approximately $69.7 billion of assets as of June 30, 2024. Founded in 1977, it is one of the oldest funds under continuous management. The Elliott funds’ investors include pension plans, sovereign wealth funds, endowments, foundations, funds-of-funds, high net worth individuals and families, and employees of the firm.

About Clayton, Dubilier & Rice

Founded in 1978, Clayton, Dubilier & Rice (CD&R) is a leading private investment firm with a strategy of generating strong investment returns by building more robust and sustainable businesses through the combination of skilled investment experience and deep operating capabilities. In partnership with the management teams of its portfolio companies, CD&R takes a long-term view of value creation and emphasizes positive stewardship and impact. The firm invests in businesses that span a broad range of industries, including industrial, healthcare, consumer, technology and financial services end markets. CD&R is privately owned by its partners and has offices in New York and London. For more information, please visit www.cdr.com and follow the firm’s activities through LinkedIn and @CDRBuilds on X/Twitter.

 

Yarbo Holds Donation Ceremony with Mon Sheong Foundation to Improve Resident Safety

RICHMOND HILL, ON, Feb. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Yarbo International Inc. (“Yarbo” or the “Company”) held the “Yarbo Care” Donation Ceremony with the Mon Sheong Foundation, during which Yarbo donated two autonomous snow blowers to the Foundation. The event, held at the Richmond Hill Municipal Offices, was attended by the city’s representatives, including Richmond Hill Mayor David West.

The Yarbo Snow Blower will be used to clear snow from high traffic areas around Mon Sheong Foundation’s facilities, helping to keep its residents and their visiting family and friends safe. Mon Sheong Foundation is the first organization in North America to adopt Yarbo’s snow blower for commercial use.

Founded in 1964, Mon Sheong Foundation is Canada’s first registered charity specializing in serving the Chinese community. The Foundation currently operates four long-term care centres that provide around-the-clock nursing and quality care services for seniors, physically or mentally disabled individuals, and those with dementia. Mon Sheong also provides senior apartments, a Chinese school, a youth group, community and volunteer services centres, and other services for people from all walks of life.

In celebration, Eumie Leung, Mon Sheong Foundation Chief Operating Officer, said: “Our staff is committed to the well-being of our community. We are pleased to adopt Yarbo’s new technologies to help create a safer, more accessible, and more welcoming environment for our residents and their families.”

Yarbo specializes in modular outdoor consumer robotics. Founded in 2015, the company made its mark with the Yarbo Core, a modular, autonomous yard maintenance robotics platform. The Yarbo Snow Blower is one of the products based on this platform.

Equipped with an AI-enhanced navigation system, a powerful two-stage snow-clearing mechanism, and the ability to traverse rough terrain, the Yarbo Snow Blower clears snow without human supervision. For the staff at Mon Sheong Foundation, this means gaining more time to support the needs of the senior residents.

Kenneth Kohlmann, Co-founder of Yarbo, said: “Yarbo is proud to contribute to Mon Sheong Foundation’s mission of giving back to the community by caring for the elderly. We’re confident that our snow blower will help improve safety and accessibility around the facilities during Canadian winters. Our goal is to ease the burden on their dedicated staff, allowing them to devote more time and energy to caring for their residents”

David West, Mayor of the City of Richmond Hill, said: “Thanks to Yarbo for supporting such an important organization in our community, one that has been doing and will continue to do great work in supporting our seniors. Snow creates mobility challenges for everyone, and it’s particularly difficult for the elderly. Anything that can be done at a facility like Mon Sheong to make things safer is greatly welcomed.”

About Yarbo

Established in 2015, Yarbo is a technology company aiming to create value and positively impact lives with intelligent outdoor robotics. The Yarbo is the world’s first autonomous, multi-purpose yard robot designed to fulfill over 20 yard care tasks, such as snow clearing, lawn maintenance, leaf blowing and more. With its modular design, wireless charging, and AI-powered intelligent pathing, Yarbo provides a stress-free, hands-free yard care experience.

Learn more at Yarbo.com

About Mon Sheong Foundation

Founded in Toronto in 1964 as a charitable organization to promote Chinese culture and heritage through caring for the elderly and nurturing the young, Mon Sheong Foundation is home to four long-term care centres, three Chinese school campuses, a Youth Group, two community and volunteer services centres, three independent living senior apartments, and private care and charity care units.

Learn more at Monsheong.org

CONTACT: Cecilia Qian, cecilia@impact5r.com

Lunit Partners with SITC to Launch Exclusive Research Program Featuring Advanced AI Technology for SITC Members

Lunit SCOPE® IO now available to SITC members for AI-powered TME profiling, in a collaborative effort to advance cancer immunotherapy

SEOUL, South Korea, Feb. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Lunit (KRX:328130.KQ), a leading provider of AI-powered solutions for cancer diagnostics and therapeutics, has entered into a partnership with the Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer (SITC). This collaboration will launch the “Lunit Research Program” for SITC members, granting access to Lunit SCOPE® IO for quantitative immune phenotyping and tumor microenvironment (TME) analysis from H&E whole slide images (WSIs).

Lunit and SITC collaborate to offer SITC members exclusive access to Lunit SCOPE IO for AI-driven tumor microenvironment analysis.
Lunit and SITC collaborate to offer SITC members exclusive access to Lunit SCOPE IO for AI-driven tumor microenvironment analysis.

SITC is the world’s leading member-driven organization specifically dedicated to improving cancer patient outcomes by advancing the science and application of cancer immunotherapy.

Through this program, Lunit and SITC will support academic and non-profit researchers who are SITC members by offering use of Lunit’s AI model, Lunit SCOPE IO, at no cost. The program will enable participants to conduct advanced analyses of histologic features from H&E whole slides images, including cell identification such as Tumor-Infiltrating Lymphocytes (TILs), macrophages, endothelial cells, and more; tissue segmentation; and quantitative immune phenotyping (e.g. inflamed, excluded, and desert), providing valuable insights for biomarker discovery and immunotherapy research.

Lunit SCOPE IO is an AI solution developed to quantify histology from H&E WSIs, bridging the gap between pathology and precision oncology. Its advanced capabilities provide researchers with insights into the immune landscape of tumors, enabling the identification of biomarkers predictive of immunotherapy response. This innovative approach supports the discovery of novel treatment strategies and enhances cancer immunotherapy research.

Lunit SCOPE IO leverages advanced deep learning algorithms to provide:

  • Quantitative Immune Phenotyping: Classifying the tumor microenvironment into inflamed, excluded, and desert phenotypes provides actionable insights for immunotherapy strategies.
  • TIL Analysis: Identifying and quantifying Tumor-Infiltrating Lymphocytes, a key biomarker for immune response.
  • Comprehensive TME Profiling: Analyzing histologic features including stromal and immune components such as fibroblasts, macrophages, and endothelial cells.
  • Support for Biomarker Discovery: Enabling researchers to identify novel biomarkers and assess correlations with therapeutic outcomes in cancer immunotherapy.

This initiative aligns with Lunit’s mission to bring AI-powered image analysis into routine cancer diagnostic research and clinical practice. By collaborating with SITC, the global authority in immunotherapy, Lunit aims to enhance immunotherapy research conducted by leading experts in oncology, pathology, and immunology.

Program Highlights

  • Eligibility: The program is open to SITC members affiliated with academic or non-profit research institutions, holding positions such as faculty member, research scientist, or postdoctoral fellow. Applicants must demonstrate expertise in oncology, pathology, or immunology.
  • Application Process: Eligible members can submit a brief study outline (1-2 pages) and the principal investigator’s CV. The application period runs from February 1 to April 30, with a review process taking 2-3 months.
  • Resources Provided: Participants will receive complimentary access to Lunit SCOPE IO for analysis of H&E slides, as well as optional slide scanning services at cost.
  • Desired Outcomes: The program encourages peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations detailing findings from studies using Lunit SCOPE IO.

Timeline and Key Dates

  • Application Period: February 1April 30, 2025
  • Review and Notifications: May – July 2025
  • Project Start Date: Summer 2025

“Through our partnership with SITC, we are enabling researchers to harness Lunit SCOPE IO’s advanced AI capabilities for a deeper understanding of the tumor microenvironment,” said Brandon Suh, CEO of Lunit. “We eagerly look forward to the discoveries and advancements this collaboration will bring, shaping the future of cancer immunotherapy and delivering more precise treatments to patients.”

“For forty years, SITC has been at the forefront of driving the immuno-oncology field in an effort to positively affect patient outcomes,” said Mary Dean, Executive Director of SITC. “SITC is excited to make this benefit available to its members, enabling advancement to their impactful research.”

Contact Information

For inquiries about the program, please contact:

About Lunit

Founded in 2013, Lunit (KRX:328130.KQ) is a medical AI company on a mission to conquer cancer. Lunit harnesses AI-powered medical image analytics and biomarker analysis to ensure accurate diagnosis and optimal treatment for each cancer patient. The FDA-cleared Lunit INSIGHT suite for cancer screening serves over 4,500 medical institutions across 55+ countries.

Lunit clinical studies have been published in top journals, including the Journal of Clinical Oncology and the Lancet Digital Health, and presented at global conferences such as the ASCO and RSNA. In 2024, Lunit acquired Volpara Health Technologies, setting the stage for unparalleled synergy and accuracy, particularly in breast health and screening technologies. Headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, with a network of offices worldwide, Lunit leads the global fight against cancer. Discover more at lunit.io.

About SITC

Established in 1984, the Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer (SITC) is a nonprofit organization of medical professionals dedicated to improving cancer patient outcomes by advancing the development, science and application of cancer immunotherapy and tumor immunology. SITC is comprised of influential basic and translational scientists, practitioners, health care professionals, government leaders and industry professionals around the globe. Through educational initiatives that foster scientific exchange and collaboration among leaders in the field, SITC aims to one day make the word “cure” a reality for cancer patients everywhere. Learn more about SITC, our educational offerings and other resources at sitcancer.org and follow us on X, LinkedIn, Facebook and YouTube.