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Celebrating Excellence: WonderWorks Unveils 2024-2025 WonderKids Winners and Hosts Special Keynote Event

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Inspiring Young Minds in Science and Community: A Special Recognition Event Featuring Marine Rescue Insights from SeaWorld’s Mallorie McCormack.

ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Each year, teachers around the country are encouraged to nominate students for the WonderWorks WonderKids student achievement program held at each of the six locations. Students can be nominated for a variety of categories, meant to highlight their achievements in and out of the classroom. WonderWorks is announcing the list of amazing WonderKids winners for the 2024-2025 school year. To celebrate this incredible accomplishment, winners were invited to a special celebratory webinar event in partnership with SeaWorld, introducing the young participants to the fascinating career field of marine biology.

“We were thrilled to continue our partnership with SeaWorld for this exciting event while recognizing our local students’ achievements,” said Carly Madden, education and marketing coordinator at WonderWorks. “The education team is already looking forward to the next round of nominations!”

“We were thrilled to continue our partnership with SeaWorld for this exciting event while recognizing our local students’ achievements,” said Carly Madden, education and marketing coordinator at WonderWorks. “The education team is already looking forward to the next round of nominations!”

Nominations for this year’s WonderKids program closed in January 2025, and the exclusive video call/webinar was held on February 5, 2025, for the winners. During that event, Mallorie McCormack, a senior rescue specialist at SeaWorld Orlando, gave the students a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like to help rescue animals and shared information about the career field as a whole. Her work has spanned across multiple departments and divisions at SeaWorld, including Key West Dolphin Cove, Wild Arctic, Sea Lion and Otter Stadium, Aquatica Zoological, and the Rescue Team.

McCormack detailed her work, including conducting dolphin health assessments, providing neonatal bottlenose dolphin care, transporting otters, and coordinating complex rescue missions for manatees in need of critical care. She has conducted rescue missions in the state of Florida and beyond. She also introduced the attendees to a rehabilitated turtle that was ready to be released back into the wild in the days that followed the call. Participants were also given the opportunity to take the floor and ask McCormack their burning, intriguing questions about her work and the career field.

“It was an honor to be a part of this great event to showcase students who are making strides in science,” said Mallorie McCormack, senior rescue specialist at SeaWorld Orlando. “It’s exciting to see so many kids interested in science and being rewarded for it.”

This year’s program allowed teachers to nominate their students in one of four categories: Future Scientist, Math Marvel, Model Citizen, and Creative Genius. Each category is tailored to recognize the students’ interests and their commitment to STEM and learning. Winners receive four free tickets to WonderWorks, a certificate of achievement, and an invitation to participate in the exclusive webinar.

The 2024-2025 WonderKids winners are:

WonderWorks Orlando Winners

Creative Genius: Jax H. (7th Grade), Aidan A. (7th Grade), and Gerardo C. (9th Grade)
Future Scientist: Mikayla D. (3rd Grade), Yousra A. (11th Grade), and Daniel H. (2nd Grade)
Math Marvel: Caleb M. (3rd Grade), McKinley B. (2nd Grade), and Arianna C. (5th Grade)
Model Citizen: Lucero O. (11th Grade), Catalina R. (5th Grade), and Layla V. (5th Grade)

WonderWorks Myrtle Beach Winners

Creative Genius: Tucker C. (8th Grade), Adam P. (8th Grade), and Noah G. (2nd Grade)
Future Scientist: Rose D. (6th Grade), Cole C. (5th Grade), and Cameron B. (7th Grade)
Math Marvel: Jason S. (5th Grade), Isaac E. (3rd Grade), and Triston R. (2nd Grade)
Model Citizen: Christopher H. (3rd Grade), Fynn K. (7th Grade), Thomas U. (5th Grade), and Cash M. (4th Grade)

WonderWorks Pigeon Forge Winners

Creative Genius – Kelsey D. (12th Grade), Matthew M. (2nd Grade), Walter S. (7th Grade), and James P. (6th Grade)
Future Scientist – Julianna M. (8th Grade), Lillian O. (3rd Grade), Khole R. (6th Grade), and Nicohlas W. (5th Grade)
Math Marvel – Cooper R. (4th Grade), Gracelynne A. (3rd Grade), Beckett B. (3rd Grade), and Caleb C. (1st Grade)
Model Citizen – Kynslie J. (5th Grade), Thomas C. (7th Grade), Carter G. (5th Grade), and Jenna S. (7th Grade)

WonderWorks Panama City Beach Winners

Creative Genius: Koen K. (6th Grade)
Math Marvel: Katie B. (8th Grade)
Model Citizen: Charlotte H. (2nd Grade)

WonderWorks Branson Winners

Creative Genius: Maddox W. (1st Grade), Adeline F. (3rd Grade), and Adelind S. (4th Grade)
Future Scientist: Hayes D. (2nd Grade), Luke W. (Kindergarten), Milo G. (6th Grade), and Dayton A. (3rd Grade)
Math Marvel: Mia T. (11th Grade), Deklin G. (4th Grade), Marley K. (Kindergarten), Preston E. (7th Grade), and Harper F. (Kindergarten)
Model Citizen: Mary Ann G. (7th Grade), TJ G. (4th Grade), Kasen S. (5th Grade), and Grace B. (5th Grade)

WonderWorks Syracuse Winners

Creative Genius: Nova W. (2nd Grade)
Math Marvel: Case S. (5th Grade)

WonderWorks is the upside-down, indoor theme park for the mind that offers over 100 hands-on exhibits for people of all ages to explore. Guests can learn about extreme weather, light and sound, take physical challenges, play laser tag, stroll the halls of the youth art gallery, and much more. There are six WonderWorks locations, including in Orlando, Fla., Myrtle Beach, SC, Pigeon Forge, Ten., Panama City Beach, Fla., Syracuse, N.Y., and Branson, MO. To learn more about the company, visit the website at: http://www.wonderworksonline.com.

About WonderWorks
WonderWorks, the upside-down adventure, is a science-focused indoor amusement park for the mind that holds something unique and exciting for visitors of all ages. Guests enter through an upside-down lobby with the ceiling at their feet and the ground above their heads. They must pass through an Inversion Tunnel to turn right side up. Most locations have multiple floors of nonstop “edu-tainment,” with over 100 hands-on and interactive exhibits that serve a STEM educational purpose to challenge the mind and spark the imagination. WonderWorks Orlando is also home to The Outta Control Magic Comedy Dinner Show. WonderWorks is located in Orlando, Pigeon Forge, Myrtle Beach, Panama City Beach, Syracuse, and Branson. For more information, visit the site http://www.wonderworksonline.com.

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Automated Drone Technology Further Transforms Polish Mountain Rescue Operations

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How Poland’s TOPR Team is Revolutionizing Mountain Rescues with Automated DJI Docks

SHENZHEN, China, Nov. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — With its steep peaks, deep valleys, and harsh winter conditions, the Tatra Mountains present immense challenges for search and rescue operations. Powered by DJI Enterprise’s next-generation automated drone technology, TOPR (Tatrzańskie Ochotnicze Pogotowie Ratunkowe), Poland’s dedicated volunteer mountain rescue service, is actively transforming its emergency response in rugged regions.

Building on their successful integration of DJI Enterprise equipment like the DJI Dock 3, TOPR recently initiated a pilot program with the newly released DJI Dock 4. The concept is groundbreaking for alpine rescues: launching a drone from an automated rooftop dock before the ground rescue team has even left the base.

“Certain locations are completely inaccessible by car, bike, or even snowmobile during winter,” explains Marcin Józefowicz, a TOPR rescuer and Head of Cybertech. Traditionally, a full mountain deployment could take up to two hours just to assemble the team and reach the trailhead on foot. To overcome this critical bottleneck, TOPR is looking to the sky.

This early deployment means a drone can reach a reported accident site in minutes instead of hours. “Crucially, we can assess the situation before we begin a physical operation,” says Józefowicz. This rapid aerial reconnaissance allows duty officers to determine if a rescue is genuinely needed, how many volunteers to dispatch, and exactly what equipment is required.

Once on the scene, the DJI Matrice 5TD helps TOPR make contact with people on the ground. Rescuers can use its loudspeaker to give instructions and ask whether assistance is needed, with hikers responding through gestures. If they indicate that they do not need help, the team can continue searching elsewhere. In total darkness, advanced thermal fusion imaging provides operators with near-daylight clarity, allowing them to pinpoint hikers’ headlamps and read topographic details simultaneously.

To conquer the mountainous terrain that frequently blocks standard communication signals, TOPR’s trial creatively utilizes a network of DJI O4 video transmission ground stations. By placing relay stations on observation towers and distant peaks, the drone can seamlessly roam between them. “This infrastructure allows us to extend our flight range even into neighboring valleys,” Józefowicz notes.

With automated flight triggers and a dock capable of swapping batteries in just 25 seconds for continuous operations, TOPR is exploring the ultimate future of mountain rescue. Beyond active missions, the automated fleet is testing the waters for daily hazard reconnaissance and trail monitoring. For TOPR’s dedicated volunteers, this continuous innovation serves one ultimate goal: reaching the injured faster, safer, and more effectively in the unforgiving Tatras.

1 All data was measured using a production model in a controlled environment. Some features are only available when paired with specific DJI drones, and may not be available in certain regions and countries. For more information, please refer to our official website: https://enterprise.dji.com/dock-4

About DJI

Since 2006, DJI has led the world with civilian drone innovations that have empowered individuals to take flight for the first time, visionaries to turn their imagination into reality, and professionals to transform their work entirely. Today, DJI serves to build a better world by continuously promoting human advancement. With a solution-oriented mindset and genuine curiosity, DJI has expanded its ambitions into areas such as renewable energy, agriculture, public safety, surveying and mapping, and infrastructure inspection. In every application, DJI products deliver experiences that add value to lives around the world in more profound ways than ever before.

For more information, visit our:

Website: https://enterprise.dji.com  
Facebook: www.facebook.com/DJIEnterpriseOfficial/       
X: https://X.com/DJIEnterprise   
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/dji    
Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/@DJIEnterprise   

About TOPR:

TOPR (Tatrzańskie Ochotnicze Pogotowie Ratunkowe) is the dedicated volunteer mountain search and rescue organization operating in the Tatra Mountains, headquartered in Zakopane, Poland.

(Note: The accompanying multimedia case study was co-produced by DJI Enterprise and INNPRO.)

 

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SlidesAI Expands Beyond Google Slides With Standalone AI Presentation Platform

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Users can now create, edit and share presentations directly in their browser, alongside integrations with Google Slides, Microsoft PowerPoint and ChatGPT.

SHARJAH, UAE, Nov. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — SlidesAI, an AI presentation maker that began as a Google Slides add-on, has expanded into a standalone presentation platform with its own browser-based workspace.

First released earlier this year, the SlidesAI web app lets users turn ideas, notes and documents into presentations without installing an add-on or working inside Google Slides or PowerPoint. It brings presentation planning, content creation, design and editing into one workspace.

“We started as a Google Slides add-on, then a PowerPoint add-in, and that’s where we found our first users and grew to over twelve million,” said Anurag Bhagsain, founder of SlidesAI. “But honestly, the product outgrew that framing.”

The standalone platform extends SlidesAI’s role across the presentation process. Users begin with a topic, notes or a document, then specify their audience, tone, language and slide count. Before generating the deck, they can review the outline, reorder slides and refine the content. Once the presentation opens in the editor, they can edit text directly or request AI revisions, review the suggested changes and accept them.

The need for help across those steps is reflected in a recent SlidesAI onboarding survey. Among more than 18,000 responding new users, roughly two-thirds selected design and visuals as a presentation challenge, while nearly half selected the time required. Respondents could select multiple challenges.

Those responses illustrate why generating slide text addresses only part of the work. Turning that content into a structured, visually coherent presentation also requires decisions about sequence, layout and design. SlidesAI’s web-based AI presentation maker lets users work through those stages within the same environment.

For organizations creating recurring presentations, Brand Kit lets users import an existing PowerPoint template and apply their colors, fonts, logos and layouts to generated decks. Finished presentations can be presented directly, shared through a link or exported to PowerPoint or Google Slides.

SlidesAI also continues to support its existing integrations. Users can create and refine presentations through the PowerPoint add-in, work directly within Google Slides, or use ChatGPT to generate presentations directly in their SlidesAI account.

About SlidesAI

SlidesAI is an AI presentation creation and editing platform for professionals, educators and students. Available as a standalone web app and through integrations with Google Slides, Microsoft PowerPoint and ChatGPT, SlidesAI helps users turn ideas and source material into editable presentations. Learn more at  https://www.slidesai.io/.

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RepData Launches Verified Intelligence Platform, Establishing New Category for End-to-End Research

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Quality-led market research platform combines survey creation, participant sourcing, data quality verification, analysis and AI-powered automation in a closed-loop system 

NEW ORLEANS, Nov. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Rep Data has launched the Verified Intelligence Platform (VIP), an end-to-end research and insights solution that takes teams from business questions to actionable insights, with data quality verified throughout. The platform allows researchers to design studies, source verified respondents, detect fraud and low-quality responses, and analyze results in one connected system, with the flexibility to manage research themselves or work with Rep Data’s experts.

The platform builds on RepData’s sample sourcing and fraud prevention technology, adding survey design, behavioral data quality assessment and advanced analytics through its recent acquisitions of ReDem, OWL and SightX. It incorporates RepData’s curated participant network and quality checks at the source, respondent and response levels. The launch establishes Verified Intelligence as a new category of research with data quality verified at every step and visible to customers.

“Insights teams shouldn’t have to make high-stakes decisions on questionable data or choose between quality and speed,” said Patrick Stokes, CEO and Founder of RepData. “We’ve built the only research platform that offers this level of capability, technology and transparency in one place. Quality has been part of our DNA since day one, and VIP sets a new standard for conducting research and making decisions with confidence.”

Verification is integrated throughout the platform, with customers able to see how data quality is assessed at each stage:

Source: The next generation of Research Defender scores sample sources and blocks low-quality sources in real time, including during and after fieldwork.Respondent: More than 120 signals are analyzed and scored together for each respondent, identifying fraud, inattention and AI text responses before and during surveys.Response: Every response receives a score from 0 to 100 across five criteria (open-ended responses, behavioral analytics, time, grid and coherence), with plain-language explanations of flagged responses.Replacement: Rejected respondents are automatically replaced during fieldwork, eliminating need for data cleaning after the fact and shortening research timelines.Learning: Results from each study are used to retrain quality models, improving detection over time.

RepData’s VIP supports and embeds agentic research workflows, where AI agents can create surveys, launch studies, collect results, analyze data and prepare reports, with verification throughout.

Customers can use RepData’s technology and services in three ways:

Integrated platform: The Verified Intelligence Platform includes more than 50 research methodologies and question types, a panel network spanning 50 countries, pre-survey quality checks, automated data cleaning, analysis, reporting and actionable recommendations.Individual products: RepData’s sample marketplace and data quality tools are available through API and MCP connections for use with existing survey platforms.Research services: RepData’s research team manages projects from scoping and study design through field management, analysis and reporting.

Enterprise and mid-market teams can conduct research in-house or outsource projects, while research agencies and technology platforms can integrate RepData’s capabilities into existing systems.

The launch introduces RepData’s new brand identity and website, reflecting its expanded capabilities.

About RepData
RepData helps businesses make high-stakes decisions with confidence through verified research, advanced technology and human expertise. Its Verified Intelligence Platform (VIP) provides an end-to-end solution for designing, conducting and analyzing research, with data quality verification integrated at every step of the process. RepData works with enterprise and mid-market businesses, research agencies and technology platforms, offering flexible options for teams conducting research across a range of business functions, including self-service research, individual technology solutions and fully managed research services. www.repdata.com

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