#data-driven research

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प्रचंड उपलब्ध माहितीच्या विश्लेषणासाठी तज्ज्ञांची मोठी गरज

शिवाजी विद्यापीठात आंतरराष्ट्रीय संख्याशास्त्र परिषदेत सूर; यशस्वी सांगता कोल्हापूर : एकविसाव्या शतकात डेटा प्रचंड प्रमाणात उपलब्ध आहे, तितक्याच मोठ्या प्रमाणात त्याच्या गतिमान संख्याशास्त्रीय विश्लेषणाचीही आवश्यकता आहे. समाजाच्या समस्याही मोठ्या आहेत. त्या सोडविण्यासाठी या क्षेत्रामध्ये सामाजिक जाणिवेच्या भावनेतून, आधुनिक ज्ञानसाधनांच्या आधारे काम करणाऱ्या संशोधक, विश्लेषकांची मोठी गरज आहे.…

[rosewind2007]

Murderbot and ART have a row and Murderbot storms off to its cabin aboard the Perihelion (yeah, I know) and slams the door

The a T-shirt falls out of the recycling machine:

that wasn’t very data-driven of you

[farmerstrend]

What Makes a Great Agronomist? Unpacking the Traits of Agricultural Excellence

Agronomists are the unsung heroes shaping the future of farming. They’re the bridge between science and soil, the architects of abundance in a world hungry for both food and sustainability. Over the years, after sifting through hundreds of agronomist resumes and meeting countless professionals in this field, I’ve come to realize that greatness in agronomy isn’t just about a degree or a title.…

[lordsmerchantco]

Best SEO Practices 2025: The Ultimate Guide to Ranking Higher

Table of Contents Introduction Why SEO is Important in 2025 Top SEO Trends for 2025 Core SEO Strategies for Higher Rankings Content Optimization for 2025 Technical SEO Best Practices Link Building and Off-Page SEO Mobile and Voice Search Optimization AI and Automation in SEO User Experience (UX) and Core Web Vitals Experiments and Case Studies FAQs People Also Ask (PAA) Knowledge…

[emmawilliams12]

In our interconnected world, the exchange of goods and services across borders is crucial for shaping the global economy. Malaysia, a key player in international trade, contributes significantly. Analyzing Malaysia's trade data, including the Importers List and Export Data, provides valuable insights into economic trends, market dynamics, and the global economy's overall health. Explore the article "The Impact of Malaysia Trade Data on the Global Economy" to gain more knowledge.

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Mastering Marketing: Emotion-Driven Brands, Data-Powered Insights & Behavioral Change

Coca‑Cola “New Coke” Case & the Birth of the Garrison Group

Mistake diagnosed: Focused on “taste” not emotion, so New Coke failed emotionally.

Solution: Built an in‑house “think tank” to study emotional branding → Paul Garrison spun this out as the Garrison Group consultancy.

Core Marketing Concepts

Marketing = sell more stuff to more people, for more money, more often, more efficiently.

Marketing vs. Communications

Marketing sets the target, the brand associations, and the desired behavior (i.e. the “why” and “who”).

Communications is how you convey those associations (ads, social media, reels, etc.).

4 Functions of Business: production, finance, HR, marketing—all aim to make money, but marketing’s toolset centers on emotion + behavior.

Brand = the cluster of functional + emotional associations a large group holds in their heads.

Positioning is done by consumers’ perceptions, not by marketers—our role is to influence it.

Needs, Wants & Demand

Need = a fundamental human requirement (functional or emotional).

Want = culturally shaped expression of a need (e.g. quick breakfast → šmav atka vs. burger vs. ramen).

Demand = wants backed by willingness & ability to pay.

Marketing cycle:

Influence associations (branding)

→ drive behavior (habits)

→ generate revenue

→ reinvest in branding

Correct approach:

Define target—e.g. 60+ German couples (have money, time, crave new experiences)

Identify insights/pain points (e.g. safety, comfort, cultural immersion)

Craft communications to build desired associations → drive bookings

Key takeaway: Always lead with target + insight → desired associations → communications → behavior → revenue.

[thejembe]

How Research Can Boost New Product Launch Success

Launching a new B2C product? Success starts with smart research. This article explores how market research—especially through custom online panels—can help businesses understand audience needs, refine product features, craft effective messaging, set optimal pricing, and anticipate challenges. It also shows how ongoing feedback post-launch supports continuous improvement and customer satisfaction. Discover why data-driven insights are essential to capturing market attention and achieving lasting impact. A must-read for B2C marketers and product teams.

Link: https://thejembe.com/how-research-can-boost-new-product-launch-success/

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How Quantitative Research Strengthens Brand Positioning

Quantitative research boosts brand positioning by providing data-driven insights into customer preferences, trends and competitive advantage. For more details visit here : https://www.philomathresearch.com/blog/2025/04/30/numbers-dont-lie-how-quantitative-research-strengthens-brand-positioning/

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Lean Market Research for Optimizing Conversion Rates

Explore lean market research techniques to drive higher conversion rates by optimizing user experiences and targeting key customer needs.

Source: https://cro.media/insights/strategies/lean-market-research-optimizing-conversion-rates/

Market research is a crucial element in crafting strategies that drive higher conversion rates, enabling businesses to meet the needs of their target audience more effectively. By using a lean approach, companies can gather actionable insights quickly, cost-effectively, and with minimal disruption. Integrating these insights into Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO) strategies can directly influence customer satisfaction and business performance.

Creating User Personas for Conversion Optimization

The first step in lean market research is to create user personas, which are semi-fictional representations based on customer data. These personas help businesses understand their audience’s motivations, needs, and pain points—critical components for designing conversion-driven experiences. In CRO, this translates to optimized landing pages, targeted CTAs, and tailored content that speaks to specific customer profiles.

For example, Smallpdf used on-page surveys to understand the profiles of its users, discovering that administrative assistants, students, and teachers made up a significant portion of their audience. By defining these personas, they could align their product offerings and marketing messages, making it easier to optimize their user journeys and improve conversion rates.

Observational Research for UX and CRO Insights

Observational research is a powerful method for uncovering issues in the user experience that may not be immediately obvious through surveys or interviews. By watching how users interact with your product, you gain valuable insights into friction points and areas of opportunity for conversion optimization.

In the case of Smallpdf, observing users in real-life scenarios—both overtly and covertly—helped identify obstacles in their product’s workflow, such as the difficulties administrative assistants faced when converting PDFs. This type of observational data allows CRO professionals to pinpoint issues that can be addressed in the design, ultimately boosting conversion rates by simplifying user interactions.

Interviewing Users for Deeper Insights

Conducting user interviews offers deep, qualitative insights that can illuminate the "why" behind user actions. In CRO, this knowledge helps refine key elements like product messaging, pricing strategies, and user flow.

Smallpdf’s interviews with university professors helped them identify gaps in their target audience’s needs, allowing them to adjust their product features accordingly. By understanding the motivations and frustrations of their users, they could design solutions that directly improved their tool’s effectiveness, leading to a higher Net Promoter Score (NPS) and a reduction in error rates—both indicators of a successful CRO strategy.

Analyzing Data to Drive Conversion Insights

Once market data is collected, the next step is to analyze it for actionable insights. Flow models, affinity diagrams, and customer journey maps are all valuable tools for analyzing and visualizing data. These methods help uncover user behavior patterns and identify areas for improvement in the user journey that can be optimized for higher conversions.

For example, Smallpdf used flow models to understand the workflow of administrative assistants, revealing pain points in the conversion process. By simplifying these touchpoints, they were able to reduce errors and improve the overall user experience, demonstrating how a data-driven approach in CRO leads to tangible business results.

Applying Lean Market Research to CRO

By applying lean market research techniques, businesses can ensure that their CRO efforts are based on real user data rather than assumptions. Whether through surveys, observational research, interviews, or data analysis, these methods allow businesses to continuously refine their products and marketing strategies, ensuring a seamless user experience that drives higher conversions.

With tools like CRO MEDIA Surveys and Recordings, businesses can easily gather and analyze user feedback, making the lean market research process faster and more efficient. As businesses understand their audience better, they can deliver personalized experiences that increase customer loyalty, improve retention, and boost overall conversion rates.

[evitcani-writes]

“It seems like almost all of those people don’t have HIV,” said Jennifer Kates, HIV policy director at KFF, a health-research nonprofit. “If they did, that would be substandard care at a pretty severe level,” she said.

Ya’ll. United Health just got accused of $17 billion in medicare fraud.

Basically they made up diagnosis which are improbable or impossible, “forgot” to remove ones which had been cured, and overall allegedly stole billions from taxpayers.

The government pays insurers a base rate for each Medicare Advantage member. The insurers are entitled to extra money when their patients are diagnosed with certain conditions that are costly to treat.

… About 18,000 Medicare Advantage recipients had insurer-driven diagnoses of HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, but weren’t receiving treatment for the virus from doctors, between 2018 and 2021, the data showed. Each HIV diagnosis generates about $3,000 a year in added payments to insurers.

… He said internal company data for 2022 showed a treatment rate for patients UnitedHealth diagnosed with HIV of more than triple what the Journal found. He said the pandemic disrupted care, lowering treatment rates during the period analyzed by the Journal, and that the analysis failed to account for patients who started treatments in future years.

The Medicare data, however, show UnitedHealth’s patients with insurer-driven HIV diagnoses were on the antiretrovirals at low rates even before the pandemic, and hardly any started the drugs in the years after UnitedHealth diagnosed them.

Source: https://www.wsj.com/health/healthcare/medicare-health-insurance-diagnosis-payments-b4d99a5d

I bet United Health really wishes it was a different week right now.

UPDATE/EDIT: Article is from July. I didn’t notice myself since it came up in my news feed. Don’t always trust the internet to be time accurate. 😎My guess is it is getting promoted due to current events. However, there are some updates concerning actions taken based on the report which you can look into by checking the authors’ other articles.

[capmaven-financial-services]

Understanding Financial Intelligence in Business – Capmaven Market Research

Discover the role of financial intelligence in improving decision-making, assessing risks, and supporting business growth. For deeper business insights and accurate data, explore Capmaven’s Market Research service at www.capmaven.co

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Custom Data Collection Organisations: Tailored Insights for Strategic Decisions

Custom data collection organisations specialise in designing and executing bespoke data collection strategies that meet the unique needs of projects and initiatives. These organisations go beyond standard methodologies, leveraging tailored approaches to gather accurate, relevant, and actionable insights. For industries such as social development, healthcare, and education, custom data collection ensures interventions are aligned with specific goals and address community realities effectively.  

What Are Custom Field Data Collection Organisations?  

Custom field data collection organisations focus on gathering insights directly from the ground, adapting methodologies to suit diverse contexts. Whether collecting data in rural, urban, or remote settings, these organisations use flexible approaches that account for cultural sensitivities, geographic challenges, and unique project objectives.  

Key Services Offered by Custom Data Collection Organisations  

1. Survey Design and Execution: Crafting questionnaires and surveys tailored to the objectives of the project.   2. Real-Time Data Collection: Utilising advanced tools like mobile applications and cloud platforms for real-time data capture and monitoring.   3. Qualitative Data Collection: Conducting interviews, focus groups, and participatory methods to gather rich, context-specific insights.   4. Data Validation and Quality Assurance: Employing rigorous checks to ensure data reliability and accuracy.  

Why Choose Custom Data Collection Organisations?  

Custom data collection organisations provide unparalleled flexibility and precision, ensuring that data aligns with the unique requirements of every initiative. Their expertise allows organisations to:  

Address Specific Needs: Tailored methodologies ensure data collection focuses on relevant indicators and contexts.  

Enhance Accuracy: Customisation minimises biases and captures nuanced details often overlooked by generic approaches.  

Optimise Resources: Efficient data collection processes save time and reduce costs, making them ideal for complex projects.  

Adapt to Diverse Settings: These organisations can design strategies suited for challenging environments, ensuring data quality in any scenario.  

The Role of Custom Data Collection in Fieldwork  

Custom field data collection organisations are instrumental in bridging the gap between project goals and on-ground realities. By involving local communities and adapting to regional contexts, they ensure that data collection efforts are inclusive and effective.  

Benefits of Custom Field Data Collection  

Cultural Sensitivity: Tailored approaches account for local customs, languages, and practices.  

Relevance: Customisation ensures the data gathered is aligned with project objectives and stakeholder expectations.  

Engagement: Community involvement enhances data reliability and promotes trust in the research process.  

Community-Centric Approach  

One of the strengths of custom data collection organisations lies in their ability to engage with communities meaningfully. Involving stakeholders in the research process not only improves data quality but also fosters a sense of ownership and trust.  

How Community Engagement Adds Value:  

Improved Accuracy: Locals provide insights that external researchers might miss.  

Sustainability: Community buy-in ensures long-term acceptance and implementation of project outcomes.  

Inclusion: Engaging diverse voices ensures that data reflects the needs of all groups.  

Custom data collection organisations play a pivotal role in delivering accurate, actionable insights tailored to unique project needs. Their expertise in customising methodologies ensures data collection efforts are precise, culturally sensitive, and relevant. Combined with a community-centric approach, these organisations empower stakeholders to make informed decisions, optimise resources, and achieve measurable impact. In a world where context and specificity matter, custom data collection is the key to successful, evidence-based interventions.  

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The Role of AI in Evolving Surface Radar Systems

The Surface Radars Market is experiencing a transformative shift, driven by the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI). This evolution is enhancing the capabilities of surface radar systems, leading to improved detection, surveillance, and operational efficiency. This article explores how AI is reshaping the surface radars market, the benefits it brings, and the future implications for defense and civil applications.

Understanding Surface Radars

Surface radars are pivotal in defense and civil operations, providing high-performance detection, surveillance, and communication capabilities. They play a crucial role in real-time threat detection, border security, air defense, naval surveillance, and the protection of strategic infrastructure. The demand for advanced surface radar systems has been on the rise, driven by the need for enhanced security measures and the modernization of military capabilities.

The Role of AI in Surface Radar Systems

The integration of AI into surface radar systems marks a significant advancement in radar technology. AI algorithms enable the processing of vast amounts of radar data in real-time, providing immediate and meaningful insights that empower decision-making. This integration enhances object detection and classification, allowing radar systems to differentiate between various objects with greater accuracy. In defense applications, this means improved identification of potential threats, leading to more effective responses.

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Enhancing Object Detection and Classification

AI-driven radar analytics have revolutionized object detection and classification. Machine learning algorithms process extensive radar data, enabling systems to distinguish between different objects such as vehicles, aircraft, and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). This capability is particularly beneficial in defense scenarios, where accurately identifying potential threats is critical. By analyzing historical and real-time data, AI can predict future movements and anticipate events, enhancing situational awareness and response strategies.

Predictive Maintenance and System Reliability

AI contributes significantly to predictive maintenance in radar systems. By analyzing operational data, AI algorithms can identify anomalies and predict potential system failures before they occur. This proactive approach ensures optimal performance and longevity of radar assets, reducing downtime and maintenance costs. For instance, AI-powered systems can monitor the health of radar components, alerting operators to issues that may require attention, thereby enhancing overall system reliability.

AI-Driven Radar Analytics in Surveillance

In surveillance applications, AI-driven radar analytics enhance the detection and tracking of objects over vast areas. This capability is vital for border security, coastal surveillance, and the protection of critical infrastructure. AI-enhanced radar systems provide real-time monitoring and accurate threat detection, enabling timely interventions and bolstering national security measures.

Integration with Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USVs)

The integration of AI-powered surface radars with Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USVs) is projected to achieve significant growth. USVs equipped with advanced radar systems benefit from enhanced detection, tracking, and surveillance functionalities. AI enables these autonomous vehicles to navigate complex maritime environments, perform critical missions such as intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR), mine detection, and anti-submarine warfare, thereby increasing their operational efficiency and effectiveness.

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Challenges and Considerations

Despite the advancements, integrating AI into surface radar systems presents challenges. Ensuring the security and reliability of AI algorithms is paramount, as vulnerabilities could be exploited, leading to compromised radar operations. Additionally, the complexity of AI systems requires substantial investment in research and development, as well as specialized expertise to implement and maintain these technologies effectively.

Future Outlook

The future of the Surface Radars Market is closely tied to ongoing advancements in AI and machine learning. As AI technologies continue to evolve, we can anticipate further enhancements in radar capabilities, including improved accuracy, faster data processing, and more sophisticated predictive analytics. These developments will not only strengthen defense operations but also expand the applications of surface radars in civil sectors such as air traffic control, weather monitoring, and disaster management.

The integration of AI into the Surface Radars Market represents a significant leap forward in radar technology. By enhancing detection capabilities, enabling predictive maintenance, and improving surveillance operations, AI is set to play a pivotal role in the evolution of surface radar systems. As the demand for advanced security and surveillance solutions grows, the synergy between AI and surface radars will undoubtedly be a cornerstone in meeting these emerging challenges.

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Glass Fibre Prices 2025: Trends & Forecast

Glass Fibre Prices 2025: A Simple Overview

Glass fibre, a material made from thin strands of glass, has been a crucial part of many industries for decades. Used in everything from construction to automotive and aerospace, glass fibre is an incredibly versatile material. But as with any commodity, the price of glass fibre is influenced by a range of factors. In 2025, glass fibre prices are expected to experience some significant changes due to various economic, environmental, and technological factors.

So, what can we expect in terms of glass fibre prices in 2025? Let’s explore some of the trends, forecasts, and industry insights that can give us a better understanding of where the market is heading.

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Glass Fibre: What is it and Why Does it Matter?

Before diving into the price trends and forecasts, it’s helpful to know what glass fibre is and why its price matters. Glass fibre is essentially made by drawing molten glass through fine nozzles to form tiny filaments. These filaments are then woven or woven into mats, fabrics, or used as reinforcement in composites. The key properties of glass fibre include its light weight, high strength, and resistance to heat, corrosion, and electricity.

Its broad usage spans industries like construction (for insulation and reinforcement), automotive (in car parts for lightweighting and strength), aerospace, and even wind turbine blades. With so many sectors relying on glass fibre, any shifts in its price can have a ripple effect across a number of industries.

The Current Glass Fibre Market

As of 2025, the glass fibre market is poised to continue expanding. Various factors, including the growth of renewable energy, increasing demand for lighter and more durable materials in industries like automotive, and the development of new composite materials, are driving demand.

But before we dive into future projections, it’s useful to take a quick look at the current state of the market. As of 2023, the global glass fibre market was valued at around USD 10 billion, with the growth rate expected to remain steady over the next several years. The demand for glass fibre has been consistently strong, especially in emerging markets like Asia and Latin America. However, fluctuations in raw material costs, energy prices, and technological advancements can have a direct impact on glass fibre prices.

Factors Driving Glass Fibre Prices in 2025

Several factors will influence glass fibre prices in 2025. These factors are interconnected and can vary depending on global trends, regional supply and demand, and economic conditions. Let’s break down some of the main reasons glass fibre prices will likely shift in 2025.

Raw Material Costs

The primary raw materials used in producing glass fibre include silica sand, limestone, and soda ash. Any fluctuation in the prices of these materials will affect the price of glass fibre. In 2025, it is expected that some raw materials may see price increases due to supply chain issues or scarcity. For instance, the global demand for silica sand, a critical component of glass production, is increasing, and this could drive up costs.

Energy Prices

Glass fibre production is an energy-intensive process. High energy prices can significantly increase production costs, which in turn can push up the price of glass fibre. The global energy market has been volatile in recent years, and this trend is expected to continue into 2025. If energy prices rise, it will have a direct impact on glass fibre costs, especially in countries that rely heavily on energy-intensive manufacturing.

Technological Advancements

Innovation in the manufacturing of glass fibre can both lower production costs and create new, higher-quality products. Advancements in production techniques that reduce energy consumption or increase the yield of glass fibre per unit of raw material will likely make the product cheaper in the long run. However, new technologies might also come with high initial investment costs, which could cause a temporary spike in prices until the technology becomes more widely adopted.

Supply Chain and Logistics

Like many industries, the glass fibre market is not immune to supply chain challenges. Transportation bottlenecks, geopolitical instability, and labor shortages can all have a significant effect on the availability and price of glass fibre. For instance, the COVID-19 pandemic demonstrated how disruptions in the global supply chain could result in price hikes for raw materials and finished goods alike. By 2025, global trade will likely be more stable, but unforeseen disruptions still pose a risk to price stability.

Demand from Emerging Industries

The demand for glass fibre is on the rise in several key sectors, particularly those focused on renewable energy and sustainability. Wind turbines, which require strong yet lightweight materials like glass fibre, are expected to see continued growth in demand, especially as more countries focus on clean energy initiatives. The automotive industry, which is increasingly adopting lightweight composite materials to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions, is another major driver of glass fibre demand. This increased demand, especially from emerging economies, will influence the price trends in 2025.

Glass Fibre Price Forecast for 2025

Predicting the exact price of glass fibre in 2025 is challenging due to the numerous factors at play. However, industry analysts generally expect prices to see moderate increases over the next several years.

Several price forecast reports suggest that the price of glass fibre could increase by around 3-5% annually from 2025 onwards. This is largely driven by the rise in raw material costs, energy prices, and strong demand from sectors like construction and automotive. However, technological advancements in production could help keep prices from rising too sharply.

The glass fibre market in regions like North America and Europe might experience a more stable price trend, but growth in emerging markets, especially in Asia, could lead to price fluctuations based on supply and demand.

Key Trends to Watch for in the Glass Fibre Market

Several key trends will likely shape the glass fibre market in 2025 and beyond. These trends are important to keep an eye on if you’re interested in how prices might evolve:

Increased Adoption of Sustainable and Lightweight Materials

The demand for environmentally friendly materials is at an all-time high. Industries are looking for ways to reduce their carbon footprint, and glass fibre, being a recyclable material, fits well within this trend. The automotive and construction industries, in particular, are looking for materials that are not only lightweight but also sustainable. This trend could drive demand for high-quality glass fibre, potentially influencing its price in 2025.

The Growth of Renewable Energy

The renewable energy sector, especially wind power, is expected to see continued growth. Wind turbine manufacturers are increasingly turning to glass fibre for turbine blades due to its strength and durability. As more countries invest in green energy, the demand for glass fibre in this sector will increase, potentially causing price spikes in the short term.

Automation and Advanced Manufacturing

The rise of automation in manufacturing, including the use of robots and artificial intelligence to streamline production, could help reduce the cost of producing glass fibre. As manufacturers continue to adopt automated systems, it’s likely that production efficiency will improve, potentially leading to more stable prices in the future.

Regional Price Variations

While the global price of glass fibre may trend upwards, regional variations will likely exist. For example, countries with access to low-cost raw materials and cheaper energy (like China) may see relatively lower prices compared to regions that face higher operational costs. Understanding regional differences in glass fibre prices will be essential for businesses involved in international trade. Get real time commodity price update with pricewatch.

The price of glass fibre in 2025 will likely be influenced by a combination of factors, including raw material costs, energy prices, technological advancements, and growing demand from key industries like automotive and renewable energy. While the price may rise slightly, the market is expected to remain stable overall, with some fluctuations depending on regional and global economic conditions.

As industries continue to innovate and develop more sustainable solutions, glass fibre will remain a key material in many sectors. Whether you’re a manufacturer, supplier, or consumer, understanding these trends will help you navigate the glass fibre market in the years ahead.

The future looks promising for glass fibre, and 2025 could be a year of both opportunity and challenge for those involved in its production and use.

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Scientists from India, UK join hands to research healthy brain aging

The Centre for Brain Research (CBR) at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) and the UK Dementia Research Institute (UK DRI) on Friday launched an international partnership that will create an interconnected research ecosystem to accelerate scientific understanding and innovation in brain health. According to CBR, by integrating expertise and cutting-edge technologies including blood-based…