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Please visit joinstatepolice.ny.gov to learn more State Police of Queensbury arrested Matthew J NY business reporting a theft.  The investigation determined Pistoia had been employed by the company From June 2021 until November 2024, Pistoia allegedly used the company’s corporate credit card to make over $3,000 in unauthorized purchases throughout Warren County at numerous locations and on multiple dates Those purchases were allegedly unrelated to the business’s needs and were for Pistoia's personal gain Pistoia was arrested and processed at SP Queensbury He was then arraigned at the Warren County Centralized Part Court where he was released on his own recognizance discusses the alliance’s latest step in evaluating the sustainability of digital versus traditional clinical trial approaches In a recent video interview with Applied Clinical Trials discussed the alliance’s newest initiative to assess the carbon footprint of clinical trials The initiative aims to answer whether decentralized clinical trials positively or negatively impact carbon footprints Escudier also discussed how clinical research stakeholders are slowly beginning to adopt more sustainability practices ACT: Could you tell our audience a bit about the Pistoia Alliance’s newest initiative to assess the sustainability of different clinical trial models we have started with this already three years ago to dig into the issue of how can we assess the carbon footprint of clinical trials Our aim with this three years ago was to try to assess the impact of DCT (decentralized clinical trials) but it was so tough to be able to evaluate or propose a standard framework to be able to do that that in fact with the partner company we have been working with called Sustainable Healthcare Coalition (SHC) can we build a proper tool and framework to assess the carbon footprint of any type of trial we had to collect data from both company members the one from the Pistoia Alliance and the one from the Sustainable Healthcare Coalition protocol start until clinical summary report finalization and we have identified what we call an activity based model looking at the clinical trial flow chart and looking for preparation and among those bricks we have went to lower bricks the same type of story for the investigator also at the site because most of the people have never done that before we have been able to put in place the standard framework that is now available we are going really to come back to the early days of our question: do DCTs have a good or bad impact on the carbon footprint of clinical trials COVID-19 Five Years Later: The Impact on Drug Discovery COVID-19 not only advanced scientific boundaries but also transformed research methodologies and accelerated adaptive clinical trial design Collaborative Strategies for Technology Integration in Clinical Studies Addressing data integrity and compliance concerns It’s Time for the Life Sciences Industry to Accelerate Action for Gender Equality Addressing systemic barriers and biases faced by women in research to foster a more diverse talent pool SCOPE Summit 2025: Enhancing the Patient Experience Through Site Centricity In an interview with ACT senior editor Andy Studna at SCOPE Summit highlights the need for more site-centric approaches in study startup Replacing Anecdotal With Empirical Evidence On Impact of DCTs Progress made in measuring decentralized clinical trial use in patient recruitment and retention New Data Links Decentralized Clinical Trial Approaches to Improved Diversity in Patient Populations Research from the Tufts Center for the Study of Drug Development’s PACT Consortium shows DCTs encourage higher participation across multiple demographic groups 609-716-7777 as part of the Pistoia Blues Festival 2025 an evening of remembrance dedicated to the great musician from Pistoia an entire evening in memory of Nick Becattini Special guests of the evening: Giancarlo Crea founding member of Blues Shakers; Sergio Montaleni a Pistoia-based group founded by Nick; Mimmo Mollica historic Italian harmonica player; Daniele Nesi Blues BandA five-piece blues band from Pistoia devoted to Chicago Blues with classic and instrumental tracks full of rockin’ spirit Tennessee Rose Blues BandA Florence-based band active since 2021 Their sound combines groove and tradition with high energy Nick Becattini LegacyA project created by Nick’s family and band to keep his musical legacy alive his album “Crazy Legs” and the books “Catartico Blues” and “Dialoghi con Giulio” will be remembered Umberto Porcaro & The NickettesPorcaro winner of the 2024 Italian Blues Challenge and Italian representative at the 2025 International Blues Challenge in Memphis a vocal trio he co-founded with Nick Becattini InfoPistoia Blues About us | Advertise with us | Contact us Posted: 1 October 2024 | | No comments yet Results from Pistoia Alliance’s Lab of the Future survey has shared important findings about the challenges life science companies face The results from The Pistoia Alliance’s Lab of the Future survey conducted in partnership with the Open Pharma Research has revealed key information about the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) not-for-profit members’ organisation consisting of life science companies publishers and academic groups endeavouring to reduce barriers to innovation in life science and healthcare R&D will be presented at the Lab of the Future Congress in Amsterdam on October 1 and October 2 68 percent of respondents are using AI and ML in their work having increased from 54 percent last year AI and ML are cited as the top tech investments planned over the next two years (62 percent) companies will reduce their focus on infrastructure investments like Cloud Platforms (37 percent) Difficulties in using experimental data are moving towards more content-related issues such as the inability to access data (59 percent) unstructured data (54 percent) and lack of metadata standardisation (48 percent) Only 35 percent said there were cultural barriers and institutional resistance to data sharing which had reduced from 48 percent last year Dr Becky Upton, President at The Pistoia Alliance commented: “The good news is that cultural barriers to AI adoption are falling as organisations realise the benefits of the technology for accelerating scientific innovation But the survey shows a sizeable number of respondents are still facing data issues and fresh concerns are arising around privacy and security perhaps due to the ambiguities surrounding new legislation including the EU AI Act.” The number one barrier to AI implementation was cited as low quality and poorly curated datasets (52 percent) The second highest barrier is data that does not adhere to Findable privacy and security concerns about data were 38 percent Pistoia Alliance Consultant and a Director of Open Pharma Research shared encouraging news: “There has been an increase in respondents citing financial barriers to AI/ML adoption from 14 percent in 2023 to 20 percent in 2024 Yet we can see that most organisations are still planning to invest in AI which is a positive sign for R&D overall.” Respondents (49 percent) highlighted the need for more data governance frameworks templates for standardisation and metadata (46 percent) and best practice guides and ‘how-to’s’ (45 percent) to make data FAIR at scale and combat content-related issues there has been an increase of the number of respondents interested in the practical use of ontologies 51 percent of respondents identified more maintenance and management of data standards and ontologies as an essential tool to make data FAIR; a nine percent increase from last year Dr Upton concluded: “The Alliance’s forum and legal framework for pre-competitive collaboration and knowledge sharing is more important than ever for moving the industry forwards We thank our members for their commitment to creating projects resources and communities to support safe and effective AI use in the life sciences.” Related topics, , Related organisations Related people, By No comments yet , , , All subscriptions include online membership giving you access to the journal and exclusive content By , By , Comment * document.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id" "a7b544cff21ba8e6e0c92e26d7a929e9" );document.getElementById("a3f6228d48").setAttribute( "id" Write for us | Advertise with us Drug Target Review is published by: Russell Publishing Ltd.Court LodgeHogtrough HillBrasted © Russell Publishing Limited, 2010-2025. 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A team including Scott Aaronson demonstrated what may be the first practical application of quantum computers to a real world problem researchers have for the first time experimentally demonstrated a way of generating random numbers from a quantum computer and then using a classical supercomputer to prove they are truly random and freshly generated In a new paper in Nature Oak Ridge National Laboratory and The University of Texas at Austin describe a milestone in the field of quantum computing, with potential applications in cryptography they have for the first time experimentally demonstrated certified randomness a way of generating random numbers from a quantum computer and then using a classical supercomputer to prove they are truly random and freshly generated This could pave the way towards the use of quantum computers for a practical task unattainable through classical methods provided theoretical and analytical support to the experimentalists on this latest project “When I first proposed my certified randomness protocol in 2018 I had no idea how long I’d need to wait to see an experimental demonstration of it,” Aaronson said “Building upon the original protocol and realizing it is a first step toward using quantum computers to generate certified random bits for actual cryptographic applications.” converting this power into solving a practical task remained an open challenge This challenge has now been addressed by leveraging random circuit sampling (RCS) to generate certified randomness Randomness is an essential resource for many applications in areas such as cryptography Classical computers alone cannot generate truly random numbers so they are typically combined with a hardware random-number generator But an adversary could commandeer the random-number generator and use it to provide the computer with numbers that are not fully random allowing the adversary to then crack cryptographic codes even if an adversary had commandeered the quantum computer it would theoretically be impossible for them to manipulate the output and still be certified as random Accessing the 56-qubit Quantinuum System Model H2 trapped-ion quantum computer remotely over the internet the team generated certifiably random bits they performed a certified-randomness-expansion protocol based on RCS which outputs more randomness than it takes as input.  the team repeatedly fed the quantum computer challenges that it had to quickly solve which even the world’s most powerful classical supercomputer can’t quickly solve and which the quantum computer can only solve by picking one of the many possible solutions at random the randomness was mathematically certified to be genuine using classical supercomputers the team showed that randomness could not be mimicked by classical methods Using classical certification across multiple leadership-scale supercomputers with a combined sustained performance of 1.1 x 1018 floating point operations per second (1.1 ExaFLOPS) the team certified 71,313 bits of entropy.  “This work marks a major milestone in quantum computing demonstrating a solution to a real-world challenge using a quantum computer beyond the capabilities of classical supercomputers today,” said Marco Pistoia Head of Global Technology Applied Research and Distinguished Engineer “This development of certified randomness not only shows advancements in quantum hardware In June 2024, Quantinuum upgraded its System Model H2 quantum computer to 56 trapped-ion qubits and in partnership with JPMorganChase’s Global Technology Applied Research team a task that was originally designed to demonstrate quantum advantage H2 improved on the existing industry state of the art by a factor of 100 thanks to its high fidelity and all-to-all qubit connectivity leading to the conclusion that the result could not have been obtained on any existing classical computers led to the breakthrough now described in Nature we celebrate a pivotal milestone that brings quantum computing firmly into the realm of practical “Our application of certified quantum randomness not only demonstrates the unmatched performance of our trapped-ion technology but sets a new standard for delivering robust quantum security and enabling advanced simulations across industries like finance we are driving pioneering breakthroughs to redefine industries and unlock the full potential of quantum computing.” “These results in quantum computing were enabled by the world-leading U.S Department of Energy computing facilities at Oak Ridge National Laboratory Argonne National Laboratory and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory,” said Travis Humble director of the Quantum Computing User Program and director of the Quantum Science Center “Such pioneering efforts push the frontiers of computing and provide valuable insights into the intersection of quantum computing and high-performance computing.” For a more detailed description, read Scott Aaronson’s blog post This post is adapted from a press release by JPMorganChase and Quantinuum redoing: daniel buren’s retrospective in italy  and his signature motif — alternating vertical stripes.  The experience extends to the courtyard of Piazza del Duomo with the installation which suspends black-and-white striped fabrics from the storied arches Animated by fans and rippling with the wind these tapestries recall the visual rhythms of the nearby Cathedral and Baptistery in chromatic motion These signature optical illusions continue inside twelve gallery rooms tracing Buren’s evolution from early paintings created in 1965 and vibrant to high reliefs and recent luminous installations A dedicated section revisits his previous works in Tuscany underscoring the exhibition’s core focus on his long-standing connection with the region all images courtesy of Pistoia Museums Foundation Redoing revolves primarily around the Palazzo Buontalenti a sixteenth-century Florentine structure opposite Palazzo de’ Rossi the itinerary will extend to other locations of Pistoia Museum situating newly commissioned works that interact with the architectural heritage of the sites and the interventions that Daniel Buren has already created in the area since the 2000s Beyond being framed by space, the French artist’s interventions directly transform them and cultural history of their surroundings A distinct motif of this philosophy are the iconic alternating vertical stripes This comes from the industrial fabric Buren used since 1965 for his paintings which he took up after 1967 in words created in urban contexts in institutional and non-institutional places of art and culture This philosophy is evident in Dalla terrazza alla strada: livello a striped mural adapted and integrated into the Palazzo de’ Rossi’s exterior wall with dynamic alterations that seem to slide on the wall and create a shifting perspective for those walking past it Daniel Buren presents retrospective titled ‘Doing Works in situ and situated 1968-2025’ he creates works in situ — an approach central to the exhibition and lending it its title — which rejects the independence of the works community) characteristics of the places in which he creates and places his works has resulted in numerous site-specific works including Muri Fontane a tre colori per un esagono in Villa La Magia and La Cabane Éclatée aux Quatre Salles at the Gori Collection in Santomato di Pistoia à perte de vue (2018) is being screened to provide an in-depth look at his artistic journey through 52 thematic chapters a catalog featuring an interview with the artist further contextualizes his ongoing dialogue with architecture and public space staged at the historic Palazzo Buontalenti in Pistoia La Facciata ai Venti suspends black-and-white striped fabrics from the arches the exhibition unfolds across thirteen gallery spaces the inner courtyard hosts an interactive installation the French artist’s signature visual language was first seen in 1965 tracing Buren’s evolution from early paintings created in 1965 and three-dimensional Cabanes the stripes are always 8.7 centimeters wide organized by Fondazione Pistoia Musei in collaboration with Galleria Continua the exhibition explores Buren’s decades-long practice exploring colors Redoing. Works in situ and situated 1968-2025 artist: Daniel Buren AXOR presents three bathroom concepts that are not merely places of function but destinations in themselves — sanctuaries of style About us | Advertise with us | Contact us The research highlights that major barriers to digital innovation in life sciences include cultural attitudes on AI’s potential the Alliance identified Agentic AI as the technology that is expected to have the most impact over the next two to three years based on feedback from conference attendees Yet the industry still harbours concern around AI’s capabilities 39 percent of respondents cited AI models producing incorrect answers as the biggest issue 17 percent of respondents reported that organisations “never or rarely formally assess risks associated with AI use” increased AI regulation is on the horizon – in fact 59 percent of our respondents expect increased government regulation in the next five years…Now is the time to embed rigorous AI risk assessments into everyday practice” “Companies know that increased AI regulation is on the horizon – in fact 59 percent of our respondents expect increased government regulation in the next five years…Now is the time to embed rigorous AI risk assessments into everyday practice,” explained Neal Dunkinson Senior Director of Solution Sales at the Copyright Clearance Center (CCC) “The poll confirms what many of our members are experiencing – that progress depends on people not just technology… we must empower the people behind the science – from researchers to C-suite leaders – with the right skills and mindset to embrace innovation,” commented Dr Becky Upton To support the industry’s use of this emerging technology, one of the 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Organizations to be Featured During Friday Sessions ofBio-IT World Conference & Expo BOSTON, March 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Bio-IT World has named Genmab and Regeneron as the winners of its annual Innovative Practices Awards The organizations will be honored, beginning at 8:05 am, during the Friday Plenary Keynote session of the Bio-IT World Conference & Expo IT and investment leaders will gather in Boston from April 2-4 The winners will also discuss their innovations at 10:40 am Friday as part of the Data Management conference track The Bio-IT World Innovative Practices Awards recognize partnerships and projects pushing the bio-IT sector forward promoting strategies that can be widely shared and implemented to improve the quality and reach of science and precision medicine.  these four entries stood out as ones cleverly addressing real problems in the space," noted Allison Proffitt "They worked hard to understand the challenges facing teams and solve them strategically; prioritized patients' needs; and served as standard-bearers quantifying how well we measure against our own most noble goals."   Winners and excerpts from their project summaries include: for "Accelerating chromatography workflows by redesigning and harmonizing data processing and reporting":  integrated software platform for analyzing and managing chromatography data … The digitalized hardware-agnostic solution eliminates manual processes provides well-annotated data for AI/ML initiatives and effectively accelerates the development of biomolecules."  Respect the Patient Award: NHS England for "NHS Privacy Enhancing Technology":    the UK National Health Service (NHS) is moving towards a data-enabled ecosystem with a connected This will put patient data to work to optimize national insights and enable improved healthcare "The NHS-PET (Privacy Enhancing Technology) is a configurable platform powered by IQVIA Privacy Analytics which provides a secure scalable solution for the auditing and privacy treatment of patient data within NHS Federated Data Platform (FDP) Benefits realized from PET include cutting waiting times and offering new virtual services."  Lighthouse Award: Pistoia Alliance for "FAIR Maturity Matrix":  "The Pistoia Alliance has achieved an industry first with the creation of its FAIR Maturity Matrix—an easy-to-use self-assessment tool that measures organizational leadership and technical maturity Over 20 industry experts collaborated to create the tool successfully simplifying and standardizing the many complex processes involved in FAIR data implementation it will help the industry to unlock data siloes successfully adopt emerging technologies to power data-led decisions and work together to reduce the time and cost of bringing new therapies to market to meet unmet patient needs." Informatics Award: Regeneron for "Unified Namespace for Preclinical Manufacturing and Process Development: an Industry 4.0 digitalization platform for real-time automated decision-making": [Regeneron Pharmaceuticals faces] the challenges of orchestrating the systems and integrations that power [their] laboratory instrumentation and plant equipment their scientists and technologists partnered to address these challenges … and created a new platform: the Unified Name Space (UNS) The UNS seamlessly connects system integrations and connects applications to make data available Ones to Watch The judging panel also chose to highlight two entries with Honorable Mentions Pistoia Alliance for "In Vitro Pharmacology (IVP)":  "In vitro assays are crucial for assessing the safety and efficacy of active substances and impurities in Investigational New Drug (IND) and New Drug Application (NDA) submissions inconsistent data standards for in vitro pharmacology (IVP) have hindered efficient in vitro testing and regulatory review The Pistoia Alliance has addressed this issue through a public private partnership with regulators at the FDA working collaboratively with biopharmaceutical industry stakeholders … Efforts have standardized the way in which in vitro results are submitted using defined ontology and processes and using FAIR (Findable "Quris-AI's patented Bio-AI approach integrates AI and genetically diverse stem-cell-derived tissue Its automated platform generates and collects data on millions of interactions between known drugs and organs on a chip using this data to train its advanced AI platform This technology solves the core clinical prediction challenge—predicting which drug candidates will work safely and efficaciously in the human body." About Bio-IT World Conference & ExpoFor over 20 years, Bio-IT World Conference & Expo has been the premier global event showcasing technologies and analytic approaches that solve problems and drive the future of precision medicine By uniting a community of experts in life sciences the event pushes the boundaries of biomedical research The program features inspiring plenary keynotes 200+ educational and technical presentations and an exhibit hall showcasing cutting-edge technologies and solutions Attendees are invited to engage in transformative conversations on the latest advancements in digital and data transformations; AI; generative AI; machine learning (ML); real-world data strategies; pilot programs; new product results; and biotech investment trends Building on its reputation for fostering breakthrough approaches to precision medicine the 24th annual Bio-IT World Conference & Expo which produces the annual Bio-IT World Conference & Expo (Bio-IT World 2025) Health Care & Hospitals Computer & Electronics Medical Pharmaceuticals Biotechnology Do not sell or share my personal information: it seems as if you are in a city wrapped in a green blanket This image is not just a modern suggestion but is rooted in a centuries-old tradition that has made Pistoia famous for its cultivation and nursery gardening there were gardens within Pistoia’s city walls dedicated to the cultivation of ornamental plants so it can be said that the tradition of Pistoia’s nursery industry has its roots in ancient times an advanced agrarian system had developed in Pistoia: the territory and extensive cultivation that covered the Pistoian plain and the Valdinievole and remained the main economic activity of these lands for centuries Pistoia was for centuries linked to its agricultural production although it was only from the middle of the nineteenth century and in particular ornamental nursery gard ening in which the territory began to invest when this activity began to become an element around which the entire economy of Pistoia and its surroundings was structured.In the 1870s nursery gardening began to develop in a more organized way was Pistoia’s first nurseryman: he was a gardener who decided to dedicate one of his plots of land on the road leading to Lucca to this activity thus founding one of the first modern nurseries This period marked the beginning of a long success story which had one of its climaxes in theEsposizione Pistoiese d’Orticoltura of 1851 which was able to receive the appreciation of the Grand Duke of Tuscany published in postcard form (it was a forerunner of modern plant price lists) was an important step toward promoting and marketing the industry In the early decades of the twentieth century occupying hundreds of hectares and creating a green belt around Pistoia the one we still see today as one approaches the city Nursery farming focused on fruit and ornamental plants the activity that we still most easily associate with the name of Pistoia today Despite difficulties caused by events such as frosts and wars marked a boom for Pistoia’s nursery industry with the expansion of cultivated territories and the establishment of Pistoia as a nursery business at the European level Pistoia is known as the “green capital,” with a district that occupies more than five thousand hectares of nurseries and an annual production of millions of plants The city is a point of reference for nurserymen landscapers and green architects from all over the world And Pistoia’s nursery tradition is not only a source of local pride but also a significant contribution to the Italian economy and culture which the Montalbano mountain range divides from the Pistoia plain is less affected by this nursery tradition but greenery is nonetheless the element that best characterizes the landscape of this portion of the province as well as the rest of the territory Italy’s largest inland wetland and a paradise for biodiversity Here the streams flow amid hilly landscapes planted with olive trees and flowers creating a relaxing environment rich in life and convincing the eye to travel as far as the medieval villages of the “Svizzera Pesciatina” the mountainous region north of Pescia (for centuries considered the capital of the Valdinievole) that the Swiss historian and economist Jean Charles Léonard Simone de Sismondi who settled in Pescia itself in the early 19th century for the villages clinging to the mountains (there are ten for the outlines of the mountains that grip the valley the spas of Montecatini and Monsummano are also immersed in a verdant natural setting: parks that invite regeneration Monsummano’s Grotta Giusti that represents an underground wonder (a unique thermal karst cavity nestled in the woods) Every corner of the province of Pistoia seems to pulsate with a life infused with greenery that manifests itself in the parks one finds oneself immersed in dense forests of beech and silver fir botanical gardens and nature reserves preserve rare species and offer trails through pristine mountain landscapes the landscape changes but does not lose its green essence: rolling hills are dotted with vineyards and olive groves while chestnut forests dominate the summits This territory has been shaped by human beings who over the centuries have transformed it into a countryside that almost resembles a garden a landscape in which natural beauty blends with agricultural productivity The paths through Montalbano offer glimpses of Pistoia and Abetone while the ancient manor houses (above all Villa La Magia in Quarrata a Medici residence) and ancient villages help tell the story of this land creating a harmony between art and landscape Its monumental garden is a masterpiece that celebrates nature organized according to strict aesthetic principles demonstrating how landscape is an integral part of the artistic experience More recently, in contemporary times, greenery has found new forms of expression in environmental art and street art. Pinocchio Park in Collodi but is an extraordinary example where art and nature come together to tell universal stories Here 20th-century artists such as Emilio Greco and Venturino Venturi created works that celebrate the relationship between man and the environment by telling the story of history’s most famous puppet But a leading role should be assigned to the Gori Collection at the Fattoria di Celle which is unique in the international art scene and fits perfectly into the cultural and natural context of the Pistoia area this extraordinary collection of environmental art is the result of the innovative vision of Giuliano and Pina Gori who have transformed a historic villa into an open-air museum where art and nature dialogue harmoniously is a place that celebrates the fusion of the Tuscan landscape and contemporary art It is the first environmental art collection in Italy when the collection was opened to the public (its conception the villa’s grounds have been home to more than 80 site-specific works conceived by the artists to integrate completely with their surroundings These creations are not simply displayed: they are an integral part of the place English gardens and historic buildings of the estate Internationally renowned artists such as Daniel Buren Michelangelo Pistoletto and Mauro Staccioli have helped transform Fattoria di Celle into a kind of interdisciplinary laboratory Their works blend with the natural and architectural landscape: sculptures immersed among the olive trees installations that dialogue with the historic walls of the villa and interventions that exploit the meadows and hills as a canvas The uniqueness of the Gori Collection lies in its ability to enhance nature and the environment through art The works not only celebrate the beauty of the natural landscape but also reinterpret it transforming it into an active part of the artistic experience Environmental art here becomes a tool for exploring the relationship between man and nature inviting visitors to experience the land in a new way The example of the Fattoria di Celle was followed by the Municipality of Quarrata , which in 2000, after taking possession of the aforementioned Villa La Magia, created yet another environmental art project, the contemporary art garden Genius Loci - The Spirit of Place which houses works by artists such as Fabrizio Corneli it is not only the monuments and environmental art collections that are the places that most testify to this relationship between Pistoia and the green One significant place is the Museo Naturalistico Archeologico dell’Appennino Pistoiese (MuNAP) which offers a view of the environment of thePistoian Apennines the Museo del Novecento e del Contemporaneo in Palazzo Fabroni houses a contemporary “signature garden” that combines art and nature offering a modern perspective on the relationship between humans and the environment an example of how greenery can be integrated into contemporary architecture and art Pistoia continues to be a place where greenery is celebrated in all its forms From the gardens of the Medici villas to the spas of Montecatini and Monsummano the area offers a variety of natural landscapes that invite discovery The city is also a hub for green literature and art with events and initiatives that promote environmental awareness and nature-related wellness A place where green is not only a natural element but a symbol of a culture that has been able to harmoniously integrate anthropization and care for the environment Imagining Pistoia means imagining a mosaic of green landscapes history and nature merge into a single experience And if you find yourself walking among the olive trees of the Pistoian countryside you can almost smell the scent of this green the green that becomes the color of the history and future of Pistoia and its territory The alliance’s president discusses the current state of data sharing Modern technology requires large amounts of data to work properly While this has vastly improved the ability of many companies to produce results it also creates more opportunities for security breaches spoke with Pharmaceutical Executive about this issue Pharmaceutical Executive: Is the increase in AI adoption expected to continue in the coming years?Dr Becky Upton: AI will indeed become a powerful tool in the life sciences and pharma industries it will be one of many tools used in R&D and healthcare There are some notable AI use cases we can get excited about though AI supports precision medicine by analyzing genetic and real-world patient data for personalized treatments and integrates large datasets for better clinical decision-making AI enhances real-world evidence analysis and boosts lab efficiency through automation AI-driven non-animal models such as digital twins will have the potential to streamline drug testing Regulatory bodies are increasingly supportive of the long-term replacement of animal models with new legislation such as the FDA Modernization Act 2.0 improving data accessibility and collaboration across the industry PE: What are the major security and privacy concerns surrounding AI?Upton: The risks of AI really depend on its use case and the data that is being worked with Our members have raised several concerns at various Alliance webinars and Community of Expert sessions often containing sensitive patient information Ensuring compliance with regulations like GDPR and HIPAA is critical to protect patient data privacy and confidentiality There should be informed consent for patients about the use of their data to train AI models Data integrity and security are also critical Inaccurate or tampered data can lead to incorrect AI model training and flawed healthcare recommendations which may endanger patient safety in clinical use cases Bias is an increasing issue as AI use grows Depending on the data they are trained with models can unintentionally perpetuate biases from the training data leading to inaccurate predictions or unequal treatment across different patient groups Transparency and explainability of models will be key for combatting bias and data integrity concerns so researchers and clinicians can understand how AI decisions are made regulatory confusion is now a widespread problem on a global scale for pharma Pistoia Alliance research earlier this year found only 9% of life science professionals know EU and US AI regulations well with more than a third (35%) having no understanding at all The EU AI Act is causing particular confusion since rules are based on AI’s potential risk and level of impact to consumers High risk applications such as medical devices and diagnostic AI will require conformity assessments while limited risk applications such as chatbots must be clearly labelled as AI tools These new assessments are adding to the long list that pharma companies must already comply with it’s good that these regulations are shaping an ethical AI future but the lack of harmonization and clarity on compliance is currently creating uncertainty for companies operating across multiple jurisdictions PE: What is causing companies to become more open to data sharing?Upton: Companies are becoming more open to sharing data Pre-competitive collaboration is growing as companies increasingly realize the value of sharing expertise on areas like best practices for adopting new technologies and preventing repeated experiments – which has a huge cost and time benefit and regulatory pressures are pulling companies together which brought together ten pharmaceutical companies to create predictive models using vast datasets of small molecules without compromising the confidentiality of proprietary data MELLODDY used a federated learning approach meaning that each company's data remained behind their firewalls with algorithms trained across distributed datasets Whilst there is a desire to become more open and to share data there are still silos of data within organizations themselves Data silos hinder collaboration and slow innovation while concerns about security and regulatory compliance PE: What are the main data management challenges for pharmaceutical companies?Upton: The main data management challenges in the pharmaceutical industry include data silos where information is isolated across departments preventing efficient collaboration and insights Ensuring data security and compliance with strict regulations like GDPR and HIPAA is critical to protect sensitive data such as patient information and proprietary research Data quality and integrity issues can lead to inaccurate research findings impacting the validity of clinical trials and drug development as different systems and formats make it difficult to aggregate and analyze diverse data sources effectively scalability and storage of the growing volumes of data require robust systems to ensure accessibility without escalating costs To successfully harness AI in the pharmaceutical industry vision and leadership from the top are essential Leadership must understand that AI thrives on well-structured Without proper data organization and governance AI models cannot deliver accurate insights or drive innovation This requires a strategic commitment to robust data management ensuring that data are not only accessible but also curated for AI readiness leaders should foster a culture that values cross-functional collaboration and data sharing while supporting investments in advanced infrastructure and training to realize AI’s full potential EVERSANA Launches ORCHESTRATE MLR Platform: Q&A with Faruk Capan Capan discusses the collaboration between AWS and EVERSANA in the first part of this two-part interview Revolutionizing Patient Adherence: Leveraging AI for Personalized Engagement delves into the potential of AI to revolutionize patient engagement and adherence $25B Potential in Accelerating AI’s Impact and Value in Pharma Effectiveness Not Volume: Q&A with Pooja Lal AI is transforming content reviews to focus on relevant use Using AI to Predict Launch Success How to maximize market-entry performance for new pharma products in an increasingly competitive launch environment Translating ‘Digital-First’ to Commercial Success Why a fundamental rethinking of how manufacturers engage with healthcare providers and patients is necessary in today's pharma landscape New York City, April 8, 2025 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The Tuscan town of Pistoia, just 20 minutes from Florence, hosted the first edition of GFNY Toscana – Pistoia this past Sunday The tough racecourse spanned 127 kilometers with a total elevation gain of 1,389 meters After a neutralized start on the Piazza del Duomo and through the old town the peloton hit the opening flat country roads with speeds over 50 km/h Riders from 26 countries received an early taste of granfondo racing in the country the sport was born When the peloton hit the tough climbs and highly technical descents on and around Montalbano the fireworks started and a group of elven riders formed Despite various attempts of breaking up the group it came down to a sprint on the cobbles up to the Piazza del Duomo Alessio Finocchi (ASD Team Stefan) outgunned Albania’s Mikel Demiri (Team MG K-VIS) and Emanuele Labate (ASD Team Stefan) in a time of 3:18:37 Finocchi punched his ticket to race the UCI professional race Gran Premio New York City on May 18 as part of Team GFNY 100 pros will race the GFNY NYC course just 10 minutes ahead of the amateurs And the champions of several GFNYs this year get a taste of racing pro as part of the GFNY Pro team Michela Gorini (Team Santini Squadra Force) won with a time of 3:33:58 finishing five minutes ahead of second-place finisher Michela Santini (ASD Team Stefan) who had previously finished third at GFNY Cannes Federica Baldassatici completed the all-Italian podium in third place further solidifying the dominance of Italian cyclists in the event Next up on the GFNY calendar is the second edition of GFNY Miami which will take place Sunday GFNY Global Endurance Sports Series is a sports event company with three decades of experience in racing The global endurance sports brand hosts multiple events throughout the year around the world on five continents Working with partners around the world to deliver a first-class experience GFNY Global Endurance Sports Series puts its athletes first The official GFNY website is: gfny.com Dozens of races held around the world. 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Riders get to BE A PRO FOR A DAY ® by competing against others themselves and the clock in a personal endurance challenge Top 10% (20% at regional championships) of finishers in each age group qualify for the Elite Qualifier Corral at every GFNY event Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship NYC The 13th annual Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship New York will be held on May 18 The race features the world’s most international peloton with riders from over 90 countries It is so international that it’s often described as the United Nations of cycling Athletes take on a challenging route to compete against each other and themselves in a personal endurance challenge The official Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship NYC website is NYC.GFNY.COM professional teams race the same course as riders at the Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship NYC – but with a 10-minute head start Adding a women’s pro race would elevate the event further The proposed format would have women starting 45 minutes ahead of the men’s pro race the extended road closures required for this addition increase costs by $100,000 For those interested in supporting women’s racing GFNY is inviting companies and organizations to help sponsor this important addition Contact GFNY to discuss partnership opportunities The official Gran Premio New York City website is GP.GFNY.COM Official GFNY Toscana – Pistoia video: here GFNY Press Images: here GFNY Results: here GFNY World calendar graphic: here Previous GFNY press releases: here Uli Fluhme, uli@gfny.com Caroline Lindsay, caroline@gfny.com View all Releases by Submit Press Release Address: 4010 Sorrento Valley Blvd #400, San Diego, CA 92121   Phone: (858) 876-4705 (c) 2025 Address: 4010 Sorrento Valley Blvd #400, San Diego, CA 92121   Phone: (858) 876-4705 © 2025 Endurance Sportswire. All Rights Reserved. The verdict has arrived in the LBA's race to save the team. At PalaCarrara, the Vanoli Cremona achieves a fundamental victory, sweeping the board Pistoia and thus securing their permanence in the top division. For the Tuscans, however, comes thebitter relegation together with Scafati, also defeated at home. A bad ending for the red and whites, who only a few days ago, with the success over Venice, had rekindled their hopes. Cooke 5: suffers the physical coupling with Owens and struggles on both sides of the court; he also misses simple semi-hook shots in attack. Forrest 5: completely out of rhythm in the first half of the game, he only scored points when the game was already over, closing with a bad 1/7 from three. Looting 6: as always generous and intense, he puts himself at the service of his teammates with precious assists in the first half, but then he drops and no longer has an impact. Benetti 5,5: used extensively in the first quarter, but not very precise in shooting and unable to leave a mark. Allen 5,5: tries to shake up the team at a critical moment in the second quarter, but he is not the driving force seen at Taliercio. only one attempt from the arc: a sign of how much Cremona was able to limit him. Della Rosa 6: four rebounds and tears at the end of the game: a symbol of someone who never gave up even in the most difficult moments. Paschall 6,5: excellent approach to the game, he uses his physicality well to attack the basket and is among the last to give up. Valerio Bodon 5,5: only 5 points and 4 rebounds: never really in the game. Okhorn 5: the timeout called in the second quarter does not have the desired effect, and the team sinks without ever recovering. After the away defeat at Taliercio, a much more combative performance was expected. Owens 7: spectacular dunks and dominance under the basket in key moments. Not incisive from afar, but his contribution is fundamental. 17 rating. Willis 7: classy triples for the ex of the day, already at +18 plus/minus at halftime. Excellent performance. Jones 6,5: contributes with good offensive and rebounding plays, solid presence. Davis 7,5: He defends strongly on the main opposing firepower, plays for his teammates and also finds important points between the first and second quarters. Nikolic 7: his points at the beginning of the third quarter definitely split the game. Almost always on the field, he closes with a 21 rating. Omenaka 6,5: 7 rebounds in the first half, then he leaves space for his teammates in the second half. Christian 6: booed at the entrance, he doesn't enchant but still gives his contribution to the cause. Zampini 6: only 2 points in 17 minutes, but brings order when needed. Burns 6,5: from the bench he brings experience and concreteness, precious in the hot moments. Brotto 7,5: an evening to frame: prepares a very delicate match in the best way, and the team responds in a great way. Everyone gives their contribution for a very important salvation. Save my name, email and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Takeda and others discuss patient-centricity not-for-profit alliance that advocates for greater collaboration in life sciences R&D has announced the results of a global survey in conjunction with CCC (Copyright Clearance Center) on the impact of AI and copyright legislation on pharma R&D While 83% of life science professionals are now using generative AI in their research there is still widespread concern about the impact of differing AI regulations on cross-border research collaboration (85%) 42% of respondents said they don’t think about copyright before sharing or using third-party information with AI tools The survey was conducted at the Alliance’s annual US conference held this year in Philadelphia which gathered more than 200 industry experts to collaborate on topics such as AI regulation “It’s encouraging to see such an uptake in the number of researchers using Generative AI to accelerate R&D but it’s a concern that copyright is often an afterthought Less than half (40%) of organizations have a team or person dedicated to understanding copyright issues and AI even though this is a complex area that requires expertise,” said Babis Marmanis “The Pistoia Alliance provides an ideal forum to bring copyright to the forefront of discussions around AI adoption and explore how to facilitate the compliant use of AI with published content.” The event also saw the launch of a new whitepaper from ZS and Pistoia Alliance: ‘Are misaligned incentives preventing better patient outcomes in life sciences R&D?’ The joint paper contains insights from 25 industry leaders to explore how to create a future where near-real-time integration of human health data fuels R&D innovation Other keynotes at the conference were delivered by Dr Genevieve Haliburton from the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative on its rare disease project which takes a patient-led approach to driving research priorities by establishing disease-specific data repositories and collaborating closely with scientific Dr Jennifer Van Camp from AbbVie discussed how organizations can leverage clinical and patient real-world data to identify disease comorbidities and drug repurposing opportunities Collaboration on data standards and ontologies was also widely discussed underscoring the critical role of a robust data backbone in successful AI adoption The Alliance launched its new industry benchmark report on the implementation of Identification of Medicinal Products (IDMP) standards which are due to become mandatory across the EU with the FDA likely to follow close behind By standardizing the terminology used to describe substances the Alliance’s IDMP Ontology will aid compliance and enable safer cross-border prescriptions discussing the importance of standardized data in toxicology with the Standard for Exchange of Nonclinical Data (SEND) He highlighted how collaborations on harmonizing data standards have improved regulatory review practices and enabled predictive models to enhance drug safety “AI is fast becoming commonplace in R&D yet a fifth of researchers are still not using the technology The best way to overcome any lingering adoption hurdles is together We must ensure those remaining researchers have the confidence and expertise to use AI safely and enable better outcomes for patients,” commented Dr Becky Upton the Alliance is committed to launching projects that will deliver a tangible impact to the life science industry we are keen for new project suggestions and are looking forward to broadening the Alliance’s reach even further and involving more global regulatory agencies in our communities.” The Pistoia Alliance is now welcoming registrations for its next member conference in London Want the latest science news straight to your inbox? Become a SelectScience member for free today>> New to SelectScience?Register for free today New, yet another upset at Pistoia, with Ron Rowan who has resigned as president of the Tuscan company. The news was reported by The nation which also tries to outline the near future of the Pistoia team A sensational turn of events, which led to a vote of no confidence in the now ex-president Ron Rowan who, having seen the situation, had no choice but to resign. A vote of no confidence due to the management of the team, which last week risked having to give up the championship He will be succeeded by the councilor and partner Joseph Mark David the one who recently put in the famous 250 thousand euros to keep going pay the FIP installment and the membership of Marco Ceron Rowan will still maintain the role of administrator of the East Coast Sport Group the American company that holds the majority (90%) of the shares of Pistoia Basket 2000 and The delegations of the former president will be distributed between David himself and Massimo Capecchi with the American ownership that has expressed the will to finish the season which is why there could be a new addition after the farewells of Christon Silins and the upcoming separation with Maverick Rowan when there will be new fiscal and federal deadlines to meet the Board of Directors of AS Pistoia Basket 2000 agreed on a new course and a new strategic direction for the team Joseph Mark David has become the new Chairman of the Board of Directors and President of Pistoia Basket Ronald Rowan has resigned from this position: "I am honored by the trust that the board of directors has placed in me. – says Joey David – I realize that the team has faced some tough challenges lately but we continue to work hard for the team's success We will do our best to regain the trust and respect of Pistoia Basket fans and the entire community" email and website in this browser for the next time I comment You don't have permission to access the page you requested What is this page?The website you are visiting is protected.For security reasons this page cannot be displayed For the Easter holidays and the long weekends of April 25 and May 1 a perfect destination for art and culture enthusiasts will take you on a fascinating journey through the region’s history Explore the Events and Experiences sections to discover all the activities and fully immerse yourself in the area Additionally, the exhibition schedule expands with special openings of Daniel Buren. Fare, Disfare, Rifare. Lavori in situ e situati 1968-2025 The exhibition at Palazzo Buontalenti will be open on Easter (April 20) offering an even wider audience the opportunity to explore it The exhibition will remain open until July 27 Palazzo Buontalenti will host guided tours led by specialized experts providing a deeper insight into the exhibition family workshops are available with activities tailored to specific age groups: Casa Arlecchino (ages 3–6) and Occhio alle Strisce (ages 7–11) These will take place within the exhibition and in the Palazzo Buontalenti atelier The Fortezza Santa Barbara will also be open to visitors with free admission on Friday The Ex Chiesa del Tau and the Oratory of San Desiderio remain accessible by reservation only Reservations must be made at least three days in advance by calling +39 0573 24212 or +39 0573 32204 (available from 8.30 AM to 1.30 PM) Pistoia Sotterranea will remain open as usual on Easter This is a unique opportunity to explore the longest underground route in Tuscany discover the history of the ancient Ospedale del Ceppo and learn about the events that led to the burial of the Brana River The Ecomuseum of the Pistoiese Mountains also awaits you with special openings of its museums and outdoor itineraries On Monday, April 21, Friday, April 25, and Thursday, May 1, you can visit the Museum of the People of the Pistoiese Apennines and the Naturalistic and Archaeological Museum of the Pistoiese Apennines from 3 to 6 p.m. for an afternoon dedicated to exploring the culture On the same days, the Chestnut and Charcoal Route in Orsigna will also be open, with a meeting point with the guide at 3 p.m. (for those arriving later, the guide will already be along the path), as well as the Ghiacciaia della Madonnina (Ice House) both outdoor itineraries will remain closed All Ecomuseum sites can be visited with a free-will donation The Romanesque Church of Sant’Andrea will be open on Easter visits will be suspended during the 10.30 AM Mass On Saturday, April 19, Sunday, April 20 (Easter), Monday, April 21 (Easter Monday), and Friday, April 25, 2025, the Church of San Jacopo in Castellare you can admire wall paintings dating from the mid-13th century to the second half of the 14th century The church is open with free admission from 10 AM to 6 PM The Cathedral of San Zeno will be open from Monday to Saturday from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM and from 3:30 PM to 7 PM; on Sundays from 9 AM to 12:30 PM and from 3:30 PM to 7 PM while on Easter Monday it will return to 3:30 PM The Silver Altar inside the church can be visited upon request The Baptistery of San Giovanni in Corte will be open on Sunday will feature an exceptional preview of the Pistoia Blues Festival 2025 The Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter will perform for the first time in Piazza Duomo as part of her tour promoting her latest album You Still Got Me (Provogue / Mascot Label Group) propelled to the top of rock blues by her collaborations with Joe Bonamassa enlisted renowned artists such as Eric Gales and Slash of Guns N’ Roses for her latest project A Tribute To Led Zeppelin (2022) and War In My Mind (2019) six albums at the top of the Billboard Blues Chart Beth Hart is confirmed as one of the most powerful and celebrated voices of her generation Tickets available on Ticketone, Ticketmaster e Vivaticket Pistoia Blues the iconic Southern rock band from the U.S. will take the stage at the Pistoia Blues Festival with their signature blend of blues Blackberry Smoke embodies the rich musical heritage of Georgia the band delivers tracks that weave vivid and compelling stories Among their notable successes are You Hear Georgia (2021) which topped Billboard’s Americana/Folk Albums chart which reached the Top 5 on the Top Current Album Sales chart With a career defined by relentless touring the band has forged a deep connection with their fans affectionately known as Brothers and Sisters who travel from all over the world to see them perform Buy tickets online on Ticketone, Vivaticket, Ticketmaster Pistoia Blues These are tumultuous days for theEstra PistoiaThe Tuscan team is in serious corporate difficulty and recently the turning point at the top of the club: Ron Rowan has resigned as president On the day of such an important change and the failure of the now ex-American president's plans one of the excluded of the past months has instead found a new position The relationship between Dante Calabria and the Pistoia society had ended with a decidedly negative ending The relationship with Ron Rowan had deteriorated more and more to the point that the president himself had begun to direct the training sessions leaving Calabria on the sidelines of the project Finally the club had decided to take disciplinary action against the coach who had shown up at the palace refusing to coach before definitively terminating the relationship Dante Calabria will now continue his career in Puerto Rico according to what we have been able to learn would have in fact agreement reached with the Piratas of Qurebradillas Calabria will be the new assistant coach of the team taking on a different role than what he did in Tuscany but an experience that could bring him just as many benefits from a human and basketball point of view in such a different league Calabria definitively puts an end to his past in Pistoia while Estra tries to understand what will become of its future With the hope that for Pistoia too a new chapter can soon begin The city of Pistoia boasts remarkable records that make it truly unique from iconic landmarks to priceless artefacts and centuries-old traditions Here’s a selection of must-see curiosities in the city the Teatrino Gatteschi is a baroque gem hidden in the historic heart of Pistoia within Palazzo Gatteschi the ancestral home of the Gatteschi family this miniature theatre is one of the most enchanting examples of small-scale theatre design Its maximum capacity of only 15 people makes it an intimate and exclusive venue The space features extraordinary architectural solutions Since July 2021, the Polo Culturale Puccini Gatteschi has managed the Teatrino Gatteschi A visit to the Museo dell’Ospedale del Ceppo reveals the Teatrino Anatomico an extraordinary testament to Pistoia’s medical-surgical school and one of the smallest anatomical theatres in the world One of them features semi-circular benches for students with a capacity of no more than 15 per class The museum also houses a section in the former men’s ward of San Jacopo showcasing the history of Pistoia’s healthcare system including surgical instruments from the 18th to the early 20th century Pistoia Sotterranea is Tuscany’s longest underground route accessible to both disabled and visually impaired visitors The 650-meter stretch winds beneath much of the city’s historic centre Pistoia’s primary healthcare institution since 1277 Following the ancient bed of the Brana River evidence of the city’s vertical development The path’s origins trace back to the 12th century evolving as Pistoia expanded its defensive walls Pistoia Sotterranea offers visitors a unique perspective on medieval daily life The Biblioteca Forteguerriana in Pistoia holds a rare 19th-century edition of Dante’s Divine Comedy condensed onto a single sheet (71×50 cm) with writing so tiny it challenges the human eye framed with classical architectural elements and featuring a portrait of Dante was created by publisher Cossovel in the late 19th century a time when such works were highly valued by collectors this remarkable piece is still available for public viewing the Pistoia Blues Festival is one of Italy’s longest-running and most prestigious music events the festival has hosted legendary performances by artists like Carlos Santana the festival transforms Piazza del Duomo into a stage for unforgettable musical experiences Floriculture is a cornerstone of Pistoia’s economy With abundant water and a favorable climate shielded by the Apennines the city has become a leading hub for ornamental plant production The area is home to about 2,000 mostly family-run businesses exporting more than half of their production worldwide showcasing the expertise of Pistoia’s growers Located in the Pistoiese Mountains, the Ponte Sospeso delle Ferriere in San Marcello Piteglio was the longest suspension bridge in the world until 2006 as certified by the Guinness World Records the 227-meter-long bridge spans the Lima River it originally served as a vital link for workers commuting to the S.M.I Although no longer used for its original purpose the bridge remains a stunning feat of engineering and a must-visit tourist attraction To win four in a row, however, you have to start off on the right foot and win in Pistoia with a couple of unknowns, or rather, certainties. The first is that Virtus will play in Tuscany without its fans, who followed the team everywhere, cheering it loudly, even when things weren't going the right way. The second is linked to the fact that Pistoia, last and on the edge of a precipice - there are also corporate problems that do not leave the Tuscans at ease - will play with water up to its neck and with the strength of desperation. The message that Dusko Ivanovic he sent to his players may not be original, but it is very important: "Do not get distracted." Virtus was able to react, find itself again, identify new balances: it would be a 'crime' to waste the efforts made so far, approaching the match in the wrong way. Ivanovic has dried up the rotations, he has offered chances and possibilities to everyone. And even today he will not deviate from his strategic plan, while keeping in mind that he will have great faith in his loyalists. Which at this moment are Pajola, Hackett, Cordinier, Clyburn and Shengelia. But it would be wrong to reduce Virtus to this sort of 'low' quintet, because from the bench there are still guys who are capable of making a difference. In Pistoia with the right attitude, to hold on to first place in the standings and look forward to Easter (tomorrow is a day of absolute rest) and the following days with confidence. Knowing that the calendar includes home games against Varese and Trapani (coincidentally the other leader) interspersed with the away game in Scafati. Match broadcast by Dazn and Nettuno Bologna Uno and refereed by referees Bartoli, Gonella and Bartolomeo. Here is the analysis of assistant coach Nenad Jakovljevic. "We face Pistoia aware of the fact that for them every possession of every game is fundamental. From the tip-off they will try to put us in difficulty by playing hard and aggressively: we know their way of playing in attack, based a lot on penetrations after close outs and mid-range shots. We have a clear idea in our heads of what we will have to do in defense according to our principles. The fundamental thing for us will be to play as a team with the goal of winning every duel". Finally, the transfer market links the name of Shaquielle McKissic, 34 years old, playing for Olympiacos, to the black V. Beyond the statistics, what is impressive is the fluidity of the game expressed by the team, without ever forcing the shot, but always looking for the extra pass to get the free teammate into rhythm. Everything easy then for the Virtus which he has between himself and playoff the last three matches starting with next Sunday's match at the Segafredo Arena against Varese, before the away match in Scafati and the last and probably decisive challenge against Trapani. Market or no market, the conditions for this end of the season promise well for the Juventus fans who yesterday, due to the ban on away matches, were unable to follow the team to Pistoia. the Queens of the Stone Age will take the stage in Piazza del Duomo for the 44th edition of the Pistoia Blues Festival Acclaimed as one of the most powerful live rock bands and Jon Theodore—return to Italy for two exclusive concerts following their performance at I-Days Milano 2024 With eight albums and over 25 years of career milestones the Queens of the Stone Age have become rock icons with hits ranging from No One Knows to Little Sister the band has redefined rock with their electrifying energy and the unique charisma of Homme a promising British rock band with two albums under their belt Pistoia Blues The other matches: Milan-Cremona 118-83, Reggio Emilia-Naples 89-86, Varese-Sassari 89-84, Treviso-Tortona 92-91, Trieste-Trento 88-94, Trapani-Venice 110-100, Brescia-Scafati 86-72. The ranking: Virtus Bologna and Trapani 40, Trento and Brescia 38, Olimpia Milano 36, Reggio Emilia 34, Trieste 32, Reyer Venezia 30, Tortona 28, Dinamo Sassari 24, Treviso 20, Varese 18, Cremona and Napoli 16, Scafati 12, Pistoia 10. The exhibition is curated by Daniel Buren and Monica Preti This exhibition offers a journey through the work of Daniel Buren exploring ten rooms and the palace’s inner courtyard with a selection of pictorial works (1965-1967) and a room dedicated to project drawings created in Tuscany The exhibition focuses on Buren’s connection with Italy and Tuscany presenting revisited and recreated works by the artist in a continuous process of Faire Palazzo Buontalenti will be the central hub of the exhibition from which the journey will extend to other Pistoia Musei venues with new site-specific works The exhibition will also establish an ideal connection with the interventions that Daniel Buren has carried out in the region since the 2000s such as the fountain Muri Fontane a tre colori pour un hexagone (2005-2011) in the park of Villa La Magia in Quarrata and La Cabane Éclatée aux Quatre Salles (2005) in the Gori Collection – Fattoria di Celle in Santomato The exhibition will be accompanied by a program of related activities and a catalog which will also include an interview with Daniel Buren conducted by Monica Preti The exhibition is organized by the Fondazione Pistoia Musei with the support of Fondazione Caript and in collaboration with Galleria Continua Pistoia Musei 2024 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/- GFNY Global Endurance Sports Series is back in Italy with GFNY Toscana-Pistoia The race is held in the picturesque and cultural heart of Tuscany The area is also arguably the center of road cycling in the world: some of the greatest professional riders live in the area and numerous road races from junior to World Tour are held there year round The 72-mile GFNY long course with 6,450 feet of climbing epitomizes what can be referred to as the “Disneyland of cycling”: small olive groves and through historic towns and villages Speaking of history: the course traverses Vinci “GFNY Italia was the first GFNY away from its home in NYC back in 2014,” says GFNY CEO Uli Fluhme “True Italian granfondo racing is what we exported to NYC in 2010 and from there around the world So having a race in Italy is a must have for us as part of the global GFNY calendar But it is also a huge honor to have a GFNY in Italy because GFNY owes Italian granfondo racing so much Cycling is a religion in Italy in general and in the Pistoia area in particular: everyone knows the ins and outs and riders are skilled and fit like in no other region.” Website: pistoia.gfny.com 30-plus events held around the world. View the latest calendar here Top 10% (20% at regional championships) of finishers in each age group qualify for the Elite Qualifier Corral at every GFNY World event The 12th annual GFNY World Championship New York will be held on May 19 the clock and themselves in a personal endurance challenge The official GFNY website is: www.gfny.com La salvation mission dell'Estra has become possible again in the last two days, even without the possibility of making any more mistakes and with the necessary results: "The team's morale is high, we must never give up an inch - continues Allen -. The goal is to go out there and be as competitive as possible. We know we can compete with everyone and we know we have the means to win both games. We have to play the game of our lives first against Cremona and then against Reggio Emilia". Finally, a parenthesis on Kadeem Allen off the field: "The most beautiful and important job for me is being a dad. I love my little girls and I will always be grateful for the joy they have brought into my life. They give me the right motivation to keep going, especially last year when I tore my Achilles tendon. Off the field I am a father, a son, a brother, a boy who loves to enjoy life and what it gives us every day". New turnaround on the bench of Estra Pistoia, who changes the third coach in a very short time. After the turbulent farewell to coach Dante Calabria now it will be up to coach Gasper Okron lead the Tuscan team towards salvation This is the press release from Estra Pistoia announcing the change of technical leadership: “AS Estra Pistoia Basket 2000 announces that Zare Markovski is no longer the coach of the first team the club is working to reach a consensual resolution of the agreement with the coach The club would like to thank the coach for his commitment and professionalism shown in recent weeks The new head coach of Estra Pistoia Basket 2000 will be Gasper Okorn and current coach of the Hungarian national team Coach Okorn has already arrived in the city this morning to attend the team's training: all the bureaucratic procedures for his registration have been started but he will not be on the bench for the match on Sunday at 19.30:XNUMX pm at the PalaLeonessa against Germani Brescia” has experience as a head coach mainly in Eastern European countries His coaching career began way back in 1996 when he sat on the bench of the youth team of ŽKK Škofja Loka His CV also includes experience as an assistant coach at Olimpia Ljubljana (2006) a team he coached as head coach the following season he also coached Ventsplils (2007-2008) and again Olimpia Ljubljana in the two-year period 2016-2018 He also has experience with national teams In addition to being the current Technical Commissioner of the Hungarian national team in 2005 he was assistant coach of the Slovenia U20 team and assistant coach of the Slovenian senior national team On Wednesday, July 16, 2025, Pistoia will host the traditional vesting of the statue of Saint James (or Jacopo), located on the right side of the façade of the Cathedral of San Zeno a historical parade will wind through the streets of the city center The color red evokes the martyrdom of Saint James while the cloak refers to a curious local legend that depicts him as an insolvent debtor who allegedly promised to pay his creditors when it became “very hot.” By July he was found wearing a heavy cloak to show that the heat had not yet arrived Why this tradition? Click here to discover how Pistoia celebrates its Patron Saint. Comitato cittadino di Pistoia ETS which is trying to avoid relegation to Serie A2 Pistoia keeps alive its hopes of salvation while Venezia suffers a setback in the race for the playoffs he was unable to influence the progress of the match commitment both in attack and defense with his 16 points in 15 minutes attacking the rim with determination and distributing 6 assists and 29 points McGruder 5: did not have a good impact on the race Casarin 5: very few minutes on the pitch for him today Parks 5,5: He shows a good offensive ability always ready to give a hand to his team in moments of difficulty but today he is not brilliant on the defensive side Spahia 5: a little in difficulty during the match he expressed strong disappointment after the match Forrest 8: he led the Pistoia team from the tip-off Pascal 7: contributes to his team's victory with a good performance Sacks 6,5: he puts all his pride on the field highlighting the importance of wanting to remain in this category he contributed with many useful things both in attack and defense Benetti 7: one of his best performances since he wore the Pistoia jersey Della Rosa 6,5: He patiently managed the offensive possessions also putting on a show with assists at the end Cooke 7: works well with his back to the basket Allen 8: he showed off his offensive class by scoring 16 points and carrying the team on his shoulders Okhorn 8: you can see the progress of his players And today, in the event of a win against Pistoia, second to last at 16 points, and a simultaneous defeat of Cerretese (also tied on points but with a 2-0 advantage in direct clashes), the Legends have the opportunity to close the regular season in seventh place, which means that in the first round of the playoffs they will meet Pescia (already beaten twice in the championship) rather than the league leaders Calcinaia (with whom they lost in the first and second legs). Coach Guglielmo Rossi (pictured) wants to close the first phase on a high note and forget about Rosignano as soon as possible: "while in the interrupted game we were in the game and could have made it, in the recovery we struggled a lot, we were unable to keep up the pace and we played below par". In the first leg the Legends won 76-60. There seems to be no end to the difficulties, problems and clouds for Estra Pistoia. Here are all the updates from yesterday thanks to what we were able to learn from our sources and the precise reconstruction of PistoiaSport The transfer of Maverick Rowan to the Juvi Cremona in Serie A2 has been skipped The news was reported by several sources and although it seemed like a done deal it ended in nothing even though the player already considered himself out of the roster the number 8 biancorosso remains in Tuscany but separated at home and his presence in Naples is shrouded in mystery The consensual resolution with the playmaker has been made official Semaj Christon as we had already reported yesterday morningThe player closes his experience in red and white with 18 games 14,6 points on average and 5,6 assists per game and officially signs in Cremona with a contract filed at the last minute and ready to debut in Lombardy The official announcement of the new purchase came immediately after: Marco Ceron has signed a contract until the end of the 2024/25 season Ceron will be available for the match on Sunday 2 March against Naples Basket Only Italian players were present at the training session and Derek Cooke while Michael Forrest He only joined for the shooting session  Maurice Kemp would have expressed the will not to play against Napoli (destination Israel as reported on Backdoor Podcast) It now seems certain that Pistoia Basket will face Naples with a team reduced to the minimum also Forrest reportedly received offers from abroad making the red and white team even more precarious The only positive note is the officialization of Marco Ceron which allows you to avoid the 50.000 euro fine imposed by the FIP for the lack of a sixth Italian in the report The events of yesterday do not take into account what President Ron Rowan is doing (or not doing) in the United States to try to keep alive the flame of hope of this team that is seriously at risk for the rest of the season The developments of the next few hours will be crucial to understand what the fate of the Tuscan team will be The success in Pistoia allows the yellow and purple to improve their standings at the last minute: they go up to 32 points and, thanks to the defeat of Cerretese (which remains at 30 points, defeated 85-71 in Rosignano), they finish in seventh place and in the playoff quarterfinals they will face Pescia who finishes second despite the unexpected home defeat against Invictus Livorno. The score: Donati 30, Fontanelli 4, Canciello 10, Borghini 7, Ferla 5, Benfatto, Diamanti 6, Leonardi 7, Donnini. The new version of Basketball Varese could soon have a new field guide The Lombard team is still waiting for Pistoia's response on Michael Forrest a player who would give Varese a big hand in terms of salvation The only unknown is whether the Tuscan team will want to let go of the player and sell him to a direct rival Secondo The Prealpina Pallacanestro Varese has put an important buyout on the table for the player (we are talking about 50 thousand euros): waiting to understand if the Tuscan club will actually sell him (discussions are underway between president Ron Rowan and the other American partners regardless of the owner's desire to change the structure using the latest one seen for a pure playmaker)” Forrest is averaging 16.8 points and 3.8 assists per game this season and could be the right profile for Varese We remind you that the transfer market within Serie A will close definitively on February 28 the new coach from Varese Ioannis Kastritis has begun his work focused on defense today he will direct the first training session with almost full ranks given the absences of Matteo Librizzi and Kaodirichi Akobundu-Ehiogu busy with their respective national teams for the qualifying matches for EuroBasket 2025 Five days to go in which Milan will have an easy schedule, becoming practically the arbiter of salvation: today it will challenge Pistoia, on Friday 18 Cremona and then on the last match of the championship Scafati. The key challenge will be on May 4 in Trapani with the current leader. At the moment Olimpia has four points to recover on the Sicilians, on Bologna and Brescia, two on Trento. A comeback that is not easy, but not impossible, at least to try to get into the top four. The season of Pistoia Basketball is ending in the worst possible way. After the long-standing corporate issue, and the first diaspora of players, which also involved Semaj Christon now comes the separation also with Maurice Kemp The official note, released on Official site of the club in the morning puts an end to the hopes of recovering one of the most important players for coach Gasper Okorn who will now have to perform a real sporting miracle to save the Tuscans the injury to the American winger would force him to sit out another 20 days The Miami native closes his experience in Tuscany with 15.3 dots 7.8 rebounds and 1.9 assists in an average of 33.8 minutes played email and website in this browser for the next time I comment.