NEW YORK, Feb. 27 -- The New York Immigration Coalition issued the following statement on Feb. 26: The 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Manhattan overturned a lower court's decision ordering the administration to release funding to New York City and seven states - Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut, New Jersey, Washington, Virginia and Rhode Island. In New York State, the decision allows the Trump administration to withhold some discretionary funding in federal law enforcement grants fr  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Feb. 24 -- The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network issued the following statement: Gov. Phil Murphy has announced a tumor has been detected on his kidney. He will undergo a partial nephrectomy in March. American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) New Jersey Government Relations Director Samantha DeAlmeida released the following statement: "We are concerned for Gov. Murphy after learning about the tumor that was discovered on his kidney. Some 2,000 Ne  more

MOUNT LAUREL, New Jersey, Feb. 25 -- The American Journal of Transplantation, from the American Society of Transplantation and American Society of Transplant Surgeons, says that it covers organ transplantation, published research articles, including the following topics, in its March 2020 edition: * Extracellular nucleotide signaling in solid organ transplantation ORIGINAL ARTICLES: * B cell reconstitution following alemtuzumab induction under a belatacept-based maintenance regimen * Optimi  more

MOORESTOWN, New Jersey, Feb. 25 -- BAYADA Home Health Care issued the following news: BAYADA Home Health Care announced that it has been named a Top Agency of the 2019 HomeCare Elite(R), a recognition of the top-performing home health agencies in the United States. For 14 years, HomeCare Elite has annually identified the top 25 percent of Medicare-certified agencies and highlighted the top 100 and top 500 agencies overall. The ranking is developed by ABILITY(R) Network, a leading information t  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Feb. 27 -- The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network issued the following statement by Samantha DeAlmeida, New Jersey government relations director: Gov. Phil Murphy has delivered his budget message which includes a $1.65 per pack cigarette tax increase. This would boost the state tax to $4.35. "We applaud the governor for his inclusion of a $1.65 per pack cigarette tax increase in his fiscal year 2021 proposed budget. It has been 11 years since New Jersey has incr  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities issued the following report: New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy's 2021 budget includes a proposal to raise revenue by levying a fee on employers of up to $725 a year for each employee, or dependent of an employee, who receives health coverage through Medicaid (known in the state as NJ FamilyCare). Although well intended, this proposal almost certainly would lead to discrimination in hiring and layoffs against people of color, single  more

MOUNT LAUREL, New Jersey, Feb. 28 -- The Commission for Case Manager Certification issued the following news release on Feb. 27: As the role of the case manager evolves with changes in health care delivery and reimbursement, the Commission for Case Manager Certification (the Commission) is expanding eligibility and updating knowledge testing for the Certified Case Manager(R) (CCM(R)) credential exam to stay current with today's practice. Effective March 1, 2020, the required amount of work tim  more

FAR HILLS, New Jersey, Feb. 29 -- The U.S. Golf Association issued the following news release: The United States Golf Association (USGA) announced that Diana Murphy, a past USGA president, and Pam Murray, a past chair of the USGA Women's Committee, will serve as USA captains for the 2020 World Amateur Team Championship and 2020 Women's World Amateur Team Championship, respectively. The Women's World Amateur Team Championship will be held Oct. 14-17, followed by the World Amateur Team Championsh  more

HOBOKEN, New Jersey, Feb. 26 -- Diversity and Distributions, a peer-reviewed journal that says it features conservation of biodiversity, application of island biogeographic principles, developing paradigms, models and frameworks for risk assessment, published research articles on the following topics in its March 2020 edition: * Cold-water coral assemblages on vertical walls from the Northeast Atlantic * Human footprint differentially impacts genetic connectivity of four wide-ranging mammals i  more

NEW YORK, Feb. 28 -- The Environmental Defense Fund issued the following news release: * * * - Army Corps coastal study should be improved, not halted, EDF and 40 partners tell lawmakers * * * EDF was one of over 40 organizations requesting that state and federal lawmakers in New York and New Jersey fund and improve the US Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) New York New Jersey Harbors and Tributaries Study (NYNJHATS). The Corps has worked on NYNJHATS since Superstorm Sandy devastated the region  more

HOBOKEN, New Jersey, Feb. 27 -- Evolutionary Applications, a peer-reviewed journal that says it addresses biological questions of health, social and economic relevance, including medicine, agriculture, forestry, aquaculture, conservation biology, environmental sciences, climate change and invasion biology, microbiology and toxicology, published research articles on the following topics in its March 2020 edition: * An evolutionary perspective on marine invasions ORIGINAL ARTICLES: * A genome-  more

PISCATAWAY, New Jersey, Feb. 25 -- IEEE Journal of Photovoltaics, a peer-reviewed journal from the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers that says it features articles that connects photovoltaic science and technology, published research articles on the following topics in its March 2020 edition: * 26.7% Efficient 4-Terminal Perovskite-Silicon Tandem Solar Cell Composed of a High-Performance Semitransparent Perovskite Cell and a Doped Poly-Si/SiOx Passivating Contact Silicon Cell *  more

PISCATAWAY, New Jersey, Feb. 25 -- IEEE Transactions on Fuzzy Systems, a journal that says it features theory, design and application of fuzzy systems from the IEEE Computational Intelligence Society, published research articles, including the following topics, in its February 2020 edition: * Automated Trading Point Forecasting Based on Bicluster Mining and Fuzzy Inference * Event-Triggered Control for T-S Fuzzy Systems Under Asynchronous Network Communications * Global Adaptive Fuzzy Distrib  more

PISCATAWAY, New Jersey, Feb. 25 -- IEEE Transactions on Fuzzy Systems, a journal that says it features theory, design and application of fuzzy systems from the IEEE Computational Intelligence Society, published research articles, including the following topics, in its January 2020 edition: * Adaptive Fuzzy Backstepping Dynamic Surface Control of Strict-Feedback Fractional-Order Uncertain Nonlinear Systems * Adaptive Observer-Based Fault-Tolerant Tracking Control for T-S Fuzzy Systems With Mism  more

VINELAND, New Jersey, Feb. 28 -- Inspira Health issued the following news release: With an eye on the future of philanthropy in South Jersey, Inspira Health announced the recent merger of its Cumberland/Salem and Gloucester County fundraising arms. The new entity, Inspira Health Foundation, will continue the critical work of its predecessors, raising money and awareness in support of Inspira Health's crucial programs, patient services, cutting-edge technology and facility enhancements that impa  more

PRINCETON, New Jersey, Feb. 29 -- The Institute for Advanced Study issued the following news release on Feb. 28: Freeman J. Dyson, theoretical physicist and writer, who embraced the stunning diversity of the universe with unique spirit, died on February 28, 2020 in Princeton, NJ at the age of 96. Dyson generated revolutionary scientific insights, including calculations bridging the quantum and human worlds. His contributions stem from his work in numerous areas, including nuclear engineering,   more

PISCATAWAY, New Jersey, Feb. 26 -- The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers issued the following news release: * * * - Roadmap spans from 2020 through ten years beyond 5G and presents guidance for the ongoing advancement of network technology * * * IEEE, the world's largest technical professional organization dedicated to advancing technology for humanity, and the IEEE Future Networks Initiative announced the release of the IEEE International Network Generations Roadmap (INGR),   more

HACKENSACK, New Jersey, Feb. 25 -- The International Journal of MS Care, a peer-reviewed journal from the Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers that says it feature sclerosis health-care topics, published research articles on the following topics in its January/February 2020 edition: * Benefits of Adhering to the Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines for Adults with Multiple Sclerosis Beyond Aerobic Fitness and Strength * Brain Function Assessment of Patients with Multiple Sclerosis in the   more

HOBOKEN, New Jersey, Feb. 29 -- The Journal of Biogeography, a peer-reviewed journal that says it features biology and geography, including ecological, evolutionary, genomic, geographic, empirical, theoretical - considering aspect of biogeography, from molecules to ecosystems and from microbes to plants and megafauna, published research articles on the following topics in its March 2020 edition: * Palaeoenvironmental setting of Mojokerto Homo erectus, the palynological expressions of Pleistocen  more

ORADELL, New Jersey, Feb. 29 -- The Journal of Interferon and Cytokine Research, a peer-reviewed journal that says it features therapeutic role of cytokines and Interferons from the International Cytokine and Interferon Society, published research articles on the following topics in its March 2020 edition: * Interleukin-22 in Allergic Airway Diseases: A Systematic Review Research Reports: * Low Serum Interleukin-6 Is a Differential Marker of Obesity-Related Metabolic Dysfunction in Women and  more

MARLTON, New Jersey, Feb. 25 -- The Music Business Association (formerly the National Association of Recording Merchandisers) issued the following news release on Feb. 24: The Music Business Association (Music Biz) announces that Kobalt Music Group Founder and Chairman Willard Ahdritz will receive the organization's 2020 Innovator Award during the annual Music Biz Awards Dinner, taking place Wednesday, May 13 at the JW Marriott Nashville as part of the Music Biz 2020 Conference. Observing how   more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Feb. 26 -- The New Jersey State Chamber of Commerce issued the following news release: Gov. Phil Murphy, and U.S. Sens. Robert Menendez and Cory D. Booker, as well as Congressman Christopher Smith, are scheduled to speak at the 83rd annual Congressional Dinner Thursday, Feb. 27 at the Marriott Wardman Park hotel in Washington, D.C. The dinner is the highlight of the Walk to Washington, the N.J. Chamber's annual train trek to the nation's capital. The event attracts New Jer  more

PRINCETON, New Jersey, Feb. 26 -- The NAFA Fleet Management Association issued the following news release: Executives, employees, and staff deal with hundreds of complaints daily from both complaining customers and complaining coworkers. Wouldn't it be great if you could be the change-agent that cuts through the perpetual complaints department? Closing Keynote Speaker Will Bowen will deliver to 2020 Institute & Expo attendees the strategies to do just that. Take action with Bowen's message at   more

PRINCETON, New Jersey, Feb. 26 -- The NAFA Fleet Management Association issued the following news release: Kevin Brown's unconventional path to business and personal success has taught him that winning in business and life requires anything but conventional thinking. Gain from his inspirational message at the Opening Keynote Luncheon, April 6, at NAFA's 2020 Institute & Expo. This year's I&E takes place in Indianapolis and you won't want to miss it. Learn more and register now! At the heart of  more

PRINCETON, New Jersey, Feb. 25 -- The NAFA Fleet Management Association issued the following news release: NAFA Fleet Management Association, the vehicle fleet industry's largest trade association, announces an impressive roster of networking opportunities at NAFA's 2020 Institute and Expo, April 6-8, Indianapolis, Indiana. NAFA's I&E is the premier annual fleet event for networking, and is the industry go-to when it comes to getting connected with industry leaders, colleagues, and peers. But   more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Feb. 26 -- The New Jersey Association for Mental Health and Addiction Agencies issued the following news release: Depression, anxiety and stress have been linked to the onset or exacerbation of heart disease and conversely, cardiovascular illnesses could lead to depression and other mental illnesses, according to the American Psychological Association, American Psychiatric Association and American Heart Association. While nearly 20% of Americans experience depression in the  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Feb. 27 -- The New Jersey Association for Mental Health and Addiction Agencies issued the following news release: Eating disorders are often misunderstood illnesses. This is due to the misconception that eating disorders, such as anorexia nervosa, binge-eating disorder, and bulimia nervosa, are lifestyle choices. However, these disorders are serious, biologically based and often associated with fatal illnesses that are related to critical disturbances in people's eating hab  more

OSSINING, New York, Feb. 26 -- Riverkeeper issued the following statement: On Friday, February 21, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced the indefinite postponement of the New York New Jersey Harbor and Tributaries Coastal Storm Risk Management Feasibility Study. It, along with several other Corps CSRM feasibility studies across the nation, did not receive federal appropriation funding as announced in the Army Corps Fiscal Year 2020 Work Plan. This announcement effectively ends the poten  more

PRINCETON, New Jersey, Feb. 25 -- The NAFA Fleet Management Association issued the following news release: NAFA Fleet Management Association, the vehicle fleet industry's largest trade association, announces the return of the well-received OEM Panel presentation at NAFA's 2020 Institute and Expo, April 6-8, Indianapolis, Indiana. There is no automotive fleet without vehicles, and there aren't vehicles without the OEMs. Back by popular demand, the heads of the fleet divisions from Fiat Chrysler  more

NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, Feb. 26 -- The Center for American Women and Politics issued the following news release: With the first congressional and state primaries only a week away, the Center for American Women and Politics at Rutgers University is breaking down the performance of women candidates across the country through our Election Watch project. As in years past, CAWP will provide results data about women candidates after primary contests, marrying historical data and context with prese  more

FAR HILLS, New Jersey, Feb. 26 -- The U.S. Golf Association issued the following news release: Continuing its 100-year commitment to providing scientific innovations for the golf industry, the USGA will fund 73 separate research grants totaling nearly $2 million in 2020 as part of its annual investment in helping courses to improve the golfer experience while reducing the consumption of key resources. Since the founding of the Green Section in 1920, the USGA has supported the largest private t  more

LIBERTY CORNER, New Jersey, Feb. 25 -- The U.S. Golf Association issued the following news release: The United States Golf Association (USGA) announced the 12 final qualifying sites for the 120th U.S. Open Championship, which will be played at Winged Foot Golf Club (West Course), in Mamaroneck, N.Y., on June 18-21, 2020. Winged Foot is hosting its sixth U.S. Open and 13th USGA championship. Final qualifying, conducted over 36 holes, will be held at eight U.S. sites - two in Ohio and one each i  more

FAR HILLS, New Jersey, Feb. 27 -- The U.S. Golf Association issued the following news release: The United States Golf Association (USGA) announced the qualifying sites for the 75th U.S. Women's Open Championship, which will be contested June 4-7, 2020, at Champions Golf Club in Houston, Texas. Conducted over 36 holes, qualifying will be held at 25 courses, including four international sites, between April 21 and May 14. The championship is open to female professionals and amateurs with a Handi  more

FAR HILLS, New Jersey, Feb. 28 -- The U.S. Golf Association issued the following news release: The USGA announced that The Honors Course, in Ooltewah, Tenn., will be the host site for both the 2026 U.S. Women's Amateur Championship and the 2031 U.S. Amateur Championship. Designed by Pete Dye and opened in 1983, The Honors Course sits at the foot of White Oak Mountain, near Chattanooga. The 2026 U.S. Women's Amateur, which is scheduled for Aug. 3-9, and the 2031 U.S. Amateur, scheduled for Aug.  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 25 -- The Violence Policy Center issued the following news release: * * * - Mississippi, Alabama, Wyoming, Missouri, and Louisiana Have Highest Gun Death Rates in the Nation - Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Hawaii, New York, and New Jersey Have Lowest Gun Death Rates in the Nation * * * Just-released WISQARS data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Center for Injury Prevention and Control show that states with the highest rates of overall gun death   more