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Professor William Bosl of the University of San Francisco Partners with EMOTIV, Quantum Computing Inc. & Purple Point Neurodiagnostics to Advance Brain Health Monitoring

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Professor Bosl is working with EMOTIV, a leading EEG and bioinformatics company, and Quantum Computing Inc., an innovative, integrated photonics and quantum optics technology company, to drive groundbreaking innovations in brain health monitoring and analysis. These innovations will be tested and implemented with Purple Point Neurodiagnostics, a company advancing global neurological healthcare through active collaborations with hospitals and clinics in Africa and other underserved regions of the world.

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The University of San Francisco (USF) Data Institute has announced a pioneering collaboration led by Professor William Bosl, director of the Clinical Neuroinformatics and AI Lab (CNAIL). Professor Bosl is working with EMOTIV, a leading EEG and bioinformatics company, and Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi), an innovative, integrated photonics and quantum optics technology company, to drive groundbreaking innovations in brain health monitoring and analysis. These innovations will be tested and implemented with Purple Point Neurodiagnostics (PPND), a company advancing global neurological healthcare through active collaborations with hospitals and clinics in Africa and other underserved regions of the world.

“Our goal is to transform brain healthcare by enabling preventive care through early screening and monitoring,” said Professor Bosl. “We are especially interested in putting new technology into underserved regions of the world where the impact on the health of communities will be especially great.”

“Our goal is to transform brain healthcare by enabling preventive care through early screening and monitoring,” said Professor Bosl. “Low-cost, portable EEG technology, together with advanced computational tools, will enable new and earlier interventions to be developed, resulting in better outcomes. We are especially interested in putting new technology into underserved regions of the world where the impact on the health of communities will be especially great.”

Professor Bosl and EMOTIV share a vision of empowering individuals to monitor their own brain health while accelerating brain research globally. Their collaboration aims to pursue clinical neuroinformatics research to discover digital biomarkers for neurological, psychiatric, and neurodevelopmental disorders, leading to earlier detection and informing treatment plans. Powered by portable EEG technology from EMOTIV, this initiative will bring together neuroinformatics and data science developed by Dr. Bosl with the USF Data Institute and his collaborators at Harvard Medical School, with the integrated clinical experience of USF’s School of Nursing and Health Professions to create new approaches to ‘Cura Personalis’ – personalized care for the whole person.

A seed gift of $100,000 was made by EMOTIV to the USF Data Institute Healthcare AI Initiative, which has enabled the Clinical Neuroinformatics and AI Lab to launch this collaborative effort. In addition to ongoing neuroinformatics and AI research, the lab has initiated a clinical site with the USF School of Nursing and Health Professions to develop clinical procedures that will be tested locally and in African clinics associated with PPND.

“At EMOTIV, our mission is to democratize access to neurotechnology and create a generalized model of the brain that unlocks new frontiers in brain health and well-being for the benefit of all,” said Tan Le, CEO. “Our partnership with the USF Clinical Neuroinformatics and AI Lab advances this vision.”

Dr. Bosl is also pursuing novel approaches to EEG analysis using the pioneering computational and AI methods enabled by QCi devices to advance the ability to measure brain function even further. The goal is to discover patterns of brain electrophysiology that cannot currently be found by other means.

“The collaboration between USF’s Clinical Neuroinformatics and AI Lab, their Data Institute, the School of Nursing and Health Professions, and their partners at EMOTIV, exemplifies the kind of transformative work QCi stands behind,” stated Dr. William McGann, CEO. “Our EmuCore reservoir computing device is playing a pivotal role in enabling the advancement of neuro-AI applications, including early detection of brain disorders. This partnership reflects our commitment to bringing cutting-edge quantum and AI technologies into real-world solutions that can significantly improve the human condition.”

The partners in this collaboration are especially mindful of the needs of underserved and low-income communities. To this end, CNAIL has formed a partnership with PPND to take this new technology to low-income regions of the world for clinical testing and development.

“At Purple Point Neurodiagnostics, we are dedicated to providing quality, diagnostic neurological testing throughout the world, especially in low-resource regions where advanced technology is often not accessible,” said Lucien Kilonda, co-founder and CEO of PPND. “Our partnership with USF and the Data Institute represents our combined efforts to develop disruptive, advanced, low-cost neurotechnology for all people, especially those with the greatest need for care.”

As Dr. Neha Bhasin, USF Digital Health Informatics alumna and Clinical Director of CNAIL noted, “We’re attempting to redefine neuropsychiatric care by pioneering the use of EEG data. Our goal is to do fundamental research to discover biomarkers of brain dysfunction in EEG signals, then to make EEG more accessible and integrate it seamlessly into clinical practice, enabling earlier and more effective diagnosis and treatment of neuropsychiatric disorders.”

These partnerships seek a significant advancement in brain health monitoring, combining Professor Bosl’s expertise with the innovative technologies of EMOTIV and QCi and the global reach of PPND. Together, they aim to deepen our understanding of brain function, offering new opportunities for research and clinical application, offering Cura Personalis to the global community.

For more information about this collaboration or to schedule an interview with Professor Bosl, please contact: datainstitute@usfca.edu

About the University of San Francisco
The University of San Francisco is a private, Jesuit Catholic university that reflects the diversity, optimism, and opportunities of the city that surrounds it. USF offers more than 230 undergraduate, graduate, professional, and certificate programs in the arts and sciences, business, law, education, and nursing and health professions. At USF, each course is an intimate learning community in which top professors encourage students to turn learning into positive action, so the students graduate equipped to do well in the world — and inspired to change it for the better. For more information, visit usfca.edu.

About the University of San Francisco Data Institute
The University of San Francisco Data Institute is dedicated to advancing research and education in data science and engineering, fostering innovation, and collaborating with industry leaders to solve real-world problems. For more information, visit usfca.edu/data-institute.

About the University of San Francisco School of Nursing and Health Professions
The School of Nursing and Health Professions advances the mission of the university by leading in innovative solutions to health inequities and transforming healthcare using evidence-informed approaches. For more information, visit usfca.edu/nursing.

About EMOTIV
EMOTIV is a bioinformatics company revolutionizing the understanding of the human brain through EEG technology. Their mission is to empower individuals to gain insights into their own brain health while advancing global brain research. For more information, visit emotiv.com.

About Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi)
Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) (Nasdaq: QUBT) is an innovative, integrated photonics company that provides accessible and affordable quantum machines to the world today. QCi products are designed to operate at room temperature and low power at an affordable cost. The Company’s portfolio of core technology and products offer unique capabilities in the areas of high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, as well as remote sensing applications, and more, including the new EmuCore reservoir computer. For more information, visit quantumcomputinginc.com/.

About Purple Point Neurodiagnostics (PPND)
With over 60 years of combined experience, the PPND team is dedicated to quality patient care, advocacy and education to improve patient outcomes and enhance the quality of life by delivering accurate, accessible, and compassionate neurological diagnostics worldwide. MindLight Academy offers ABRET-accredited neurodiagnostic training programs, including an online 10-month didactic and clinical program in Intraoperative Neuromonitoring. Future offerings in neuroinformatics and biomedical AI will be developed. For more information, visit purplepointneuro.com/.

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Kellie Samson, University of San Francisco, (415) 601-1915, ksamson@usfca.edu, https://www.usfca.edu/

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Victory Live Named Official Data and Analytics Provider of the Capital One Orange Bowl

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Partnership provides ticketing technology and analytics support ahead of the 2027 College Football Playoff Semifinal

ATLANTA, Oct. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Victory Live, a leader in ticketing technology and analytics, today announced a partnership with the Orange Bowl to serve as the Official Data and Analytics Provider of the Capital One Orange Bowl.

Under the agreement, Victory Live will provide ticketing data and analytics tools to support the Orange Bowl’s operational planning and ticketing strategies.

The Capital One Orange Bowl is scheduled to host a College Football Playoff Semifinal on Thursday, Jan. 14, 2027, at Hard Rock Stadium.

“The Orange Bowl has a proud history in college football and a lasting impact on South Florida,” said Sam Soni, founder and CEO of Victory Live. “We look forward to supporting the organization with technology and data insights to assist their ticketing operations. With a College Football Playoff Semifinal ahead, this is an exciting opportunity to work together on an event that means so much to fans and the community.”

About Victory Live

Founded in 2021 by Sam Soni, Victory Live is a technology platform specializing in sports and entertainment event management, ticketing software, data insights, and multi-channel distribution. Its end-to-end solution, Victory Live One, helps manage millions of tickets for live event rightsholders and ticket sellers across sports, concerts, and theatre. Victory Live’s marketplace is the industry leader in B2B ticket distribution and connectivity solutions. Learn more at www.victorylive.com. 

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Eastern Michigan University offers $4,000 scholarships to students who join marching band

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YPSILANTI, Mich., Oct. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Eastern Michigan University is offering eligible students a $4,000 scholarship to join the university’s Marching Band, giving students the opportunity to participate in one of EMU’s signature traditions while pursuing any academic major.

The scholarship provides $1,000 per year for four years and is available to all students who meet the marching band requirements. Students do not need to major in music to qualify.

“I’m thrilled that President Kelly and the executive leadership team have elected to pursue this opportunity at Eastern because it gives us an opportunity to attract more students and reward them for the countless hours they spend participating in a life-changing activity that they love,” said J. Nick Smith, associate director of bands and director of Athletic Bands at Eastern.

EMU’s Marching Band reflects the university’s broad academic community. Only about 40% of its members are music majors, while students in disciplines across the university make up the rest of the membership.

“As a two-time alum, I’m proud of our band and its continuous momentum over the years,” said EMU President Brendan Kelly. “EMU’s college experience is about finding and building community — that’s what our marching band is all about. I’m thrilled we can offer this scholarship to students who want to be a part of a movement they’ll remember and be proud of among people with shared interests for the rest of their lives.”

Known as the “Pride of the Peninsula,” EMU’s Marching Band has a 132-year history and provides students with opportunities to perform at athletic events and other university and community events. The ensemble also offers diverse musical and performance experiences, including collaborations with groups such as internationally known piano-rock duo and EMU alumni Drew & Kin and Grammy Award-winning artists such as The Temptations, featuring EMU alum Jawan M. Jackson, who joined the group in 2022.

Participation in the band also provides students with experiences that extend beyond the field.

“Students who participate with us develop deep ties to their education, lifelong friends, lessons in leadership, professionalism, time management, high expectations and advanced musicianship and marching skills,” said Smith. “We pride ourselves on providing our students life-changing experiences that develop their core being so that, upon graduation, they have a diverse set of skills that are immediately applicable to their careers.”

Students interested in joining the EMU Marching Band and applying for the scholarship should:

Apply to and be admitted to Eastern Michigan University: emich.edu/apply/Complete the marching band membership form: https://tiny.emich.edu/emumbAttend orientation and register for marching band.Receive the scholarship through their financial aid package once all requirements are completed.

The scholarship is available to students regardless of their intended major. For more information about the EMU Marching Band and scholarship opportunities, visit the band webpage. To view the band’s past performances, visit the band’s YouTube page.

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Green Ammonia Market to Reach USD 5.10 Billion by 2035 as Renewable Hydrogen Contracts Support New Production

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LONDON, Oct. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The global green ammonia market was valued at USD 150.8 million in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 5.10 billion by 2035, according to Credence Research. The report states a 42.22% compound annual growth rate for 2025-2035. Asia Pacific held the largest regional share at 60.2% in 2025, while Latin America is the fastest-growing region at a modeled 54.11% annual rate. Market sizes, segment shares and regional allocations are Credence Research estimates.

Key Takeaways

Credence Research estimates market value at USD 150.8 million in 2025 and USD 5.10 billion by 2035, with a reported 42.22% CAGR for 2025-2035.Asia Pacific held 60.2% of modeled 2025 value. Latin America has the fastest forecast regional growth at 54.11%.Alkaline water electrolysis represented 73.6% of 2025 technology value.Fertilizers accounted for 68.3% of 2025 application revenue, the largest end use.Solid oxide electrolysis has the highest modeled technology growth at 63.37% annually, from a small base.Marine fuel is projected to grow fastest among applications, but its starting commercial base remains limited.

Scope & Segmentation – Green Ammonia Market

The market measures the selling value of ammonia made with electrolytic hydrogen powered by renewable electricity, including relevant renewable output from retrofitted fertilizer plants. It covers fertilizer, chemical feedstock, power and prospective marine fuel uses. It excludes conventional ammonia, blue ammonia made with fossil hydrogen and carbon capture, stand-alone electrolyzers, renewable generation equipment and downstream fertilizer products beyond the contained ammonia value.

By technology: Alkaline water electrolysis; Proton exchange membrane electrolysis; Solid oxide electrolysis.By application: Fertilizers; Industrial and chemical feedstock; Power generation; Marine fuel; Other uses including hydrogen carriers and refrigeration.

Read the full report and request a sample: https://www.credenceresearch.com/report/green-ammonia-market      

Why This Report Matters

Developers can separate announced electrolyzer capacity from renewable ammonia that has a committed buyer and a credible delivery schedule.Fertilizer companies and importers can evaluate the commercial importance of certification, fixed-price contracts and renewable electricity availability.Investors can assess why some projects advance with binding offtake while others remain exposed to cost gaps, policy changes and financing delays.

Market Overview

Green ammonia is produced using hydrogen generated from water electrolysis powered by renewable electricity, followed by conventional ammonia synthesis. It can serve fertilizer and chemical demand without changing the basic molecule, but production costs and emissions depend on the power supply and plant operation.

Early commercial output is concentrated in China and a small number of European plants. Indian supply contracts and international offtake agreements are expanding the project pipeline. Marine fuel is a longer-term opportunity, with demand dependent on vessel technology, bunkering infrastructure and shipping regulation.

Market Insights

Alkaline water electrolysis represented 73.6% of 2025 technology value.Fertilizers accounted for 68.3% of 2025 application revenue, the largest end use.Solid oxide electrolysis has the highest modeled technology growth at 63.37% annually, from a small base.Marine fuel is projected to grow fastest among applications, but its starting commercial base remains limited.Asia Pacific represented 60.2% of 2025 value, reflecting early Chinese plant output and demand.

Key Attributes

Attribute

Details

Historical reference

2018-2025 (source report)

Base year

2025

Market size, 2025

USD 150.8 million

Market size, 2026 (source estimate)

USD 415.2 million

Market size, 2035

USD 5.10 billion

Reported CAGR and measurement interval

42.22% (2025-2035)

Largest regional share

Asia Pacific (60.2%, 2025)

Fastest-growing region

Latin America (54.11%)

Segments covered

Technology, Application

Geographic coverage

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa

Market Segmentation

The segmentation below follows the current report taxonomy and separates products, applications and buyers to avoid overlapping revenue definitions.

By technology: Alkaline water electrolysis; Proton exchange membrane electrolysis; Solid oxide electrolysis.By application: Fertilizers; Industrial and chemical feedstock; Power generation; Marine fuel; Other uses including hydrogen carriers and refrigeration.

Market Drivers

Fertilizer producers can reduce reliance on fossil-based hydrogen by purchasing certified renewable ammonia or replacing a portion of their own feedstock. Long-term supply contracts can make the economics more predictable for producers and buyers.

Large renewable energy resources and improving electrolyzer supply support new plants in China, India and prospective export hubs. Project economics still depend heavily on utilization and electricity costs.

Cross-border contracts create a clearer financing route than nonbinding project announcements. Importers that require renewable fuel certification can anchor investments in production and shipping logistics.

Regional Analysis

The following regional shares represent Credence Research estimates of 2025 market value. They are not independently audited supplier sales totals.

Asia Pacific | 60.2% share in 2025

Operating Chinese plants and Indian fertilizer procurement programs underpin the largest base. Japan and South Korea are potential import markets for certified supply.

Europe | 26.7% share in 2025

Pioneer projects and stringent certification requirements support premium demand, while high energy costs encourage some buyers to seek imports.

Middle East and Africa | 8.0% share in 2025

Saudi Arabian and other coastal projects seek to pair renewable power with export infrastructure, but project schedules remain important.

North America | 3.3% share in 2025

Electrolytic ammonia remains a small share of supply, with some producers favoring carbon capture on conventional plants.

Latin America | 1.8% share in 2025

Chile and Brazil have strong renewable resources and potential fertilizer or export demand, producing the fastest modeled regional growth from a small base.

Market Challenges

Renewable ammonia generally costs more to produce than conventional ammonia. Intermittent wind and solar power complicate operation of the synthesis loop and can require storage or grid balancing.

Many proposed projects lack binding buyers, permitting or funding. Uncertain global shipping rules can delay marine-fuel demand, so developers often prioritize fertilizer and chemical customers first.

Future Outlook

The strongest near-term projects are likely to be those with verified renewable electricity, certification and binding offtake. China remains an early production center while India and Gulf projects could expand exports later in the decade.

Marine fuel demand may eventually diversify the customer base, but the timeline is uncertain. Investors should distinguish operating tonnage from proposed capacity and account for power variability, shipping costs and policy risk.

Competitive Landscape

Envision Energy, State Power Investment Corporation and China Energy Engineering are linked to operating Chinese renewable ammonia projects. AM Green, ACME Group and NEOM Green Hydrogen Company are export developers, while Yara and Iberdrola participate in European pioneer projects. Air Products is a NEOM co-owner and contracted offtaker, not simply an independent ammonia producer. Fortescue is excluded from the active producer list because it canceled selected hydrogen projects in 2025. No reliable comparable company-by-company green ammonia revenue ranking is available.

Key Players

Envision EnergyState Power Investment CorporationChina Energy EngineeringAM GreenACME GroupNEOM Green Hydrogen CompanyYara InternationalIberdrolaAir Products (offtaker and co-owner)

Recent Developments

Feb. 27, 2026: Envision announced a commercial shipment of green ammonia from its Chifeng facility in China to LOTTE Fine Chemical in South Korea. The company described the cargo as an end-to-end renewable ammonia delivery.

Jan. 12, 2026: Uniper and AM Green signed a binding long-term agreement for up to 500,000 metric tons a year of certified renewable ammonia from India, with initial deliveries expected from 2028.

Report Coverage

The study analyzes market size, the base-year product and application mix, regional demand, technology adoption, competitive positioning, constraints and dated industry developments. It also examines commercialization, customer economics and the factors that could change the pace of adoption through 2035.

Forecasts and regional shares are proprietary Credence Research model estimates. Company announcements and regulatory materials are used for industry context; they do not independently validate the modeled global revenue totals. The report’s market definition and exclusions should be considered when comparing it with broader adjacent industries.

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Green Hydrogen MarketBlue Ammonia MarketRenewable Methanol MarketSustainable Aviation Fuel MarketHydrogen Storage Market

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Credence Research Inc. is a global market intelligence and consulting firm founded in 2015. It provides quantitative market research, competitive intelligence and strategic advisory services to organizations assessing new products, investment decisions and regional opportunities. The firm combines primary and secondary research with industry interviews and structured market models.

Its research spans industrial technology, semiconductors, energy, health care, consumer markets and other sectors. Credence Research evaluates market size, segmentation, growth drivers, supply-chain risks, regional policy and competitive positioning to help clients make evidence-led decisions.

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