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• Launched in 2019, the free event series has traveled to 18 locations nationwide, empowering people with Parkinson’s to better manage the disease, learn about research participation and connect with local resources.
• Patients and families are encouraged to join the events, which offer full accessibility including assisted hearing devices, Spanish-language translation of programming, transportation vouchers and access to a wide-range of local experts. 
• The 2026 series is scheduled to take place in Henderson, Nevada; St. Louis, Missouri; Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas; and Washington D.C. Learn more and register at michaeljfox.org/PDIQ.

NEW YORK, Jan. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research marks the eighth year of its Parkinson’s IQ + You national event series, traveling across the United States to educate and empower people and families living with Parkinson’s disease (PD). As part of the Foundation’s mission to accelerate research breakthroughs in Parkinson’s disease, MJFF hosts the series to equip people with Parkinson’s and their families with knowledge, tools and connections that cultivate an engaged and empowered community – one that is essential to driving progress. The free events will offer live panel discussions focused on building a Parkinson’s care team, the latest in Parkinson’s research and how to turn education into action. To register for an upcoming event in the series, visit michaeljfox.org/PDIQ.

Since 2019, the Parkinson’s IQ + You educational series has traveled across the United States reaching more than 18 locations and serving over 10,000 Parkinson’s patients and families. The live programming supports families while they learn more about the disease, the elements of a comprehensive care team, effective communication between patients and healthcare providers, the latest PD treatments and those in development, as well as the value of participating in clinical research studies.

“People with Parkinson’s are at the heart of everything we do and urgently drive our mission to end the disease,” said Stephanie Paddock, MJFF’s vice president of community fundraising and events. “These events help connect our community and strengthen the collective momentum driving progress toward better treatments, and ultimately, a cure.” 

Event Series Provides Free, Educational Support on Navigating Care and Research 

Parkinson’s IQ + You is designed to support Parkinson’s patients and their care partners at every stage of the disease. This year, the event will visit multiple cities across the United States, delivering full-day programming and a Parkinson’s Partner Expo that will connect event attendees with national and locally-based community resources — from physical, occupational and speech therapists to clinical trial teams and exercise and wellness programs. Staffed throughout the day, the Expo will provide attendees with the opportunity to connect in-person to learn the latest information about the disease, tools to optimize care, and explore ways to engage with the community. 

Live panels will feature experts ranging from movement disorder specialists and speech language pathologists to clinical researchers and patient advocates, including: 

• “Building Your Parkinson’s Care Team,” where panelists will discuss how to make the most of a doctor’s appointment, including the value of seeing a movement disorder specialist, and what it looks like to build a comprehensive care team;
• “Exploring the Latest in Parkinson’s Research,” which will share the latest advancements in Parkinson’s research, highlighting the promise and momentum in today’s bustling therapeutic pipeline, and finally,
• “Turning Education into Action,” will feature local community members to discuss different strategies to navigate the disease — whether through participation in research, support groups, fundraising for a cure or advocating for Parkinson’s policy priorities.

The 2026 series will be hosted by MJFF Patient Council member and PD advocate, Allie Signorelli, who was diagnosed with early onset Parkinson’s disease at 47 years old. Allie previously hosted the 2025 Parkinson’s IQ + You event series. Her thought leadership and advocacy have grown a substantial Parkinson’s community online through her Instagram account @imstillallie.

“For those of us living with the disease, Parkinson’s can come with a unique set of challenges and questions, especially for those who are recently diagnosed. The Parkinson’s IQ + You event series provides people and families with Parkinson’s an opportunity to not only learn and connect with others but also be a part of today’s incredible research momentum,” said Allie Signorelli, 2026 Parkinson’s IQ + You event moderator. “I am filled with gratitude for the Parkinson’s community and honored to use my voice to amplify the wealth of resources available to support them.”

Parkinson’s IQ + You will benefit from the contributions of premier event sponsors — Acadia Pharmaceuticals and Blue Rock Therapeutics.

Free registration for the event, which includes complimentary breakfast and lunch, is available at michaeljfox.org/PDIQ. Confirmed locations and dates are as follows:

• Henderson, Nevada: Saturday, March 14 at the Hilton Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa
• St. Louis, Missouri: Saturday, August 15 at the Marriott St. Louis Grand
• Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas: Saturday, September 19 at Live! by Loews – Arlington
• Washington D.C.: Saturday, October 24 at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center 

Serving the Parkinson’s Community through Education and Accessibility

The Michael J. Fox Foundation — through its Parkinson’s IQ + You events and other community touchpoints — is committed to building inclusive onramps for diverse populations of patients and families to meaningfully engage in education and research. Parkinson’s IQ + You is committed to amplifying a wide range of panel participants, including patients, care partners, researchers and clinicians who reflect diverse representation from within the Parkinson’s community as well as the variability of the disease itself. The 2026 series also will provide expanded services such as assisted hearing, live Spanish-translation of programming and materials, and access to travel accommodations such as ground transportation vouchers.

“Having access to information in your own language is vital — not only for understanding the disease but also for communicating effectively with patients, relatives, family members, and the broader community. Ensuring this kind of inclusion is critical, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to learn more about Parkinson’s through this event” said Patricia Jaramillo, Parkinson’s IQ + You Nashville participant and caregiver to a person living with Parkinson’s. 

About The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research
As the world’s largest nonprofit funder of Parkinson’s research, The Michael J. Fox Foundation is dedicated to accelerating a cure for Parkinson’s disease and improved therapies for those living with the condition today. The Foundation pursues its goals through an aggressively funded, highly targeted research program coupled with active global engagement of scientists, Parkinson’s patients, business leaders, clinical trial participants, donors, and volunteers. In addition to funding $2.5 billion in research to date, the Foundation has fundamentally altered the trajectory of progress toward a cure. Operating at the hub of worldwide Parkinson’s research, the Foundation forges groundbreaking collaborations with industry leaders, academic scientists and government research funders; creates a robust open-access data set and biosample library to speed scientific breakthroughs and treatment with its landmark clinical study, PPMI; increases the flow of participants into Parkinson’s disease clinical trials with its online tool, Fox Trial Finder; promotes Parkinson’s awareness through high-profile advocacy, events, and outreach; and coordinates the grassroots involvement of thousands of Team Fox members around the world. For more information, visit us at www.michaeljfox.org, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.

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WELLINGTON, Fla., Jan. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Joshua Curtis Kuffour is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Professional Member Inner Circle of Excellence for his contributions to Advancing Energy Systems Simulation and Techno-Economic Innovation.

Joshua Curtis Kuffour, a specialist in energy systems simulation and techno-economic modeling, is making significant contributions to the future of sustainable energy. With a strong foundation in numerical methods, multiphase fluid mechanics, and energy systems analysis, Mr. Kuffour is an emerging leader in developing innovative tools for energy and climate applications.

Currently completing his degree in chemical engineering and mathematics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), graduating in 2024, Mr. Kuffour has already amassed an impressive portfolio of accomplishments. His hands-on expertise includes designing and implementing advanced simulation tools and improving processes for energy analysis using cutting-edge technologies.

As an energy and climate analysis intern at KeyLogic since 2023, Mr. Kuffour successfully developed a Python-based tool to replace traditional Excel spreadsheets, dramatically enhancing efficiency and precision for key processes. His work at the Gaia Energy Research Institute in 2024 further showcases his capability as a research and development engineer, analyzing battery systems and chemical processes while contributing to the advancement of clean energy research.

In addition to his professional roles, Mr. Kuffour served as an undergraduate research assistant at the MIT Energy Initiative, where he demonstrated exceptional skills in energy modeling and systems optimization. His ability to merge advanced numerical methods with practical energy solutions has earned him recognition as a forward-thinking innovator in the field.

Mr. Kuffour attributes much of his success to the steadfast support of his family, particularly his mother, brother, and first-year advisor, Dr. Erica Zimmer, who provided mentorship and encouragement throughout his academic journey.

Looking toward the future, Mr. Kuffour has ambitious plans to expand his impact. Within the next five years, he aims to publish a book and launch a podcast focused on energy systems, climate innovation, and technological advancements. Additionally, he envisions transitioning into teaching roles, lecturing at community colleges or high schools to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers.

Contact: Katherine Green, 516-825-5634, editorialteam@continentalwhoswho.com

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DAVOS, Switzerland, Jan. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Horizon Capital, a leading private equity firm in Emerging Europe with $1.8 billion under management, held an Initial Closing today of reconstruction-focused Horizon Capital Catalyst Fund (“HCCF”, “Catalyst Fund”). The firm has secured over 50% of its €300 million target in a record six months since officially launching fundraising at Ukraine Recovery Conference in Rome last July. Focusing on minority investments alongside lead partners, Catalyst Fund was formed to address the critical equity capital shortage in Ukraine for essential sectors of Ukraine’s economy, including energy, digital infrastructure, and construction.

Horizon Capital intends to mobilise €3 billion for Ukraine – a 10x multiplier effect – by providing first, reputable, catalytic capital to asset-heavy, domestic-oriented companies and projects alongside world-class global strategics and funds to accelerate their market entry to Ukraine and/or alongside visionary Ukrainian partners. With this new fund, Horizon Capital intends to replicate the success of its landmark Datagroup-Volia-Lifecell telecom transaction – the largest M&A deal in Ukraine in the last decade – catalyzing market entry of global tech and telecom visionary Xavier Niel to Ukraine and remaining his local minority partner in-country. Catalyst Fund joins Horizon Capital’s flagship Growth Fund family of funds, expanding the firm’s investment reach from tech, export-oriented and fast-growing domestic companies to greenfield projects and companies in sectors that are essential to Ukraine’s future economic growth and prosperity.

Catalyst Fund’s first closing was held on January 20, 2026 at Ukraine House Davos alongside the World Economic Forum joined by Oleksii Sobolev, Minister of Environment and Agriculture of Ukraine. Catalyst Fund is backed by esteemed institutions, including the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), Société de Promotion et de Participation pour la Coopération Économique (Proparco), Swedfund International AB (Swedfund), the Norwegian Investment Fund for Developing Countries (Norfund) and the Dutch Entrepreneurial Development Bank (FMO). In anchoring the first closing of the Catalyst Fund to enable investing in asset-heavy sectors now, not when the war is over, these esteemed investors send a powerful signal of confidence in Ukraine’s long-term growth and economic prosperity. Their commitment to the Catalyst Fund will enable Horizon Capital to move quickly to advance its robust pipeline of over 30 transactions, with the first four deals of €110 million expected to attract over €1 billion in capital for Ukraine.

“Launching Catalyst Fund is a significant milestone for Horizon Capital during our twentieth anniversary year. It is the second Ukraine-dedicated fund that we have launched since the full-fledged invasion, propelling the firm to over $1 billion raised for Ukraine in the last decade, and enables investing in high-impact, labor and capital-intensive sectors that generate over 10% of Ukraine’s annual GDP and employ over 650,000 people while equity capital remains scarce,” said Lenna Koszarny, Founding Partner and Chief Executive Officer of Horizon Capital. “On behalf of Catalyst Fund Lead Partner Dmytro Boroday, myself and our entire Horizon Capital team, we extend our immense gratitude to our existing and new investors for committing to Catalyst Fund in record time thus enabling capital to be deployed in Ukraine immediately, as well as for their steadfast belief in our vision, investment strategy, team, track record, and for this strong signaling effect to the market.”

Dmytro Boroday, Partner at Horizon Capital and Catalyst Fund Lead continued: “Catalyst Fund is built for partnerships. We intend to partner with global investors, accelerating their market entry to Ukraine alongside Horizon Capital as their local partner, as well as partner with Ukraine’s leading entrepreneurs and management teams in building scalable, world-class businesses in strategic sectors of Ukraine’s economy with Horizon Capital beside them every step of the way as they invest and grow. We intend to invest €20–50 million in growth capital per transaction from Catalyst Fund, while providing significant co-financing opportunities to its investors. By deploying catalytic equity, we aim to increase the number of bankable transactions in Ukraine, accelerate capital mobilization, and crowd in up to €3 billion of follow-on equity and debt into critical sectors of Ukraine’s economy that will power recovery and reconstruction.”

Horizon Capital is the leading private equity firm in Emerging Europe with over $1.8 billion in AUM from investors with a capital base exceeding $700 billion. The firm’s investment strategy focuses on backing visionary entrepreneurs leading fast-growing businesses in Ukraine and Moldova. Horizon Capital-managed funds have invested in over 190 companies employing over 56,000 people. HCCF aims to reach its €300 million target fund size and stands as a testament to institutions uniting in support of Ukraine’s promising future.

This press release is provided for information purposes only. Horizon Capital is not hereby providing investment advice or providing any person with any right to rely on the contents of this press release. This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy limited partnership interests in Horizon Capital Catalyst Fund (the “Interests”) or any other security in any jurisdiction and shall not, in any circumstance, constitute an offer, solicitation or sale in any jurisdiction in which, or to any persons to whom, such offering, solicitation or sale would be unlawful. There is no public offering of the Interests. The Interests are being offered by means of a private placement to suitable investors.

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New Video Highlights How the All-New CX-5’s Protects Everyone on the Road

IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Mazda North American Operations today released a new video featuring Jennifer Morrison, Director of Vehicle Safety, highlighting the all-new 2026 CX-5’s comprehensive safety technologies. The video demonstrates how Mazda continues to put safety first, combining award-winning crash protection with a full suite of standard driver-assist features designed to help prevent accidents and protect everyone on the road.

The 2026 CX-5 builds on its longstanding reputation for safety, introducing an even more impressive suite of standard safety and driver assistance technologies, such as Rear Automatic Emergency Braking, Rear Cross Traffic Braking, forward Turn-Across Traffic Braking, Emergency Lane Keeping, Blind Spot Assist, Traffic Sign Recognition, and Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Speed Limit Assist—all standard across every trim. These systems work together to help detect potential hazards, including pedestrians, cyclists, and motorcycles, giving drivers confidence in a variety of everyday situations.

“That’s what is most important to us, helping to protect our customers and everyone they share the road with,” said Morrison.

The new CX-5 also includes improvements such as an enhanced 360-degree parking camera, smoother radar cruise control performance, and the new Lane Change Assist. With these updates, the CX-5 continues Mazda’s mission to help reduce accidents, minimize injuries, and move closer to zero roadway fatalities.

Built on a foundation of award-winning crash protection and standard safety features across all trims, the all-new CX-5 is designed to give drivers confidence and peace of mind on every journey.

Click to learn more about the all-new 2026 Mazda CX-5 or visit MazdaUSA.com.

About Mazda North American Operations
Proudly founded in Hiroshima, Japan, Mazda has a history of sophisticated craftsmanship and innovation, and a purpose to enrich life-in-motion for those it serves. By putting humans at the center of everything it does, Mazda aspires to create uplifting experiences with our vehicles and for people. Mazda North American Operations is headquartered in Irvine, California, and oversees the sales, marketing, parts and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the United States, Canada, Mexico and Colombia through approximately 795 dealers. Operations in Canada are managed by Mazda Canada Inc. in Richmond Hill, Ontario; operations in Mexico are managed by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City; and operations in Colombia are managed by Mazda de Colombia in Bogota, Colombia. For more information on Mazda vehicles, including photography and B-roll, please visit the online Mazda media center at news.mazdausa.com.

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RENO, Nev., Jan. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Estuary Power achieved final completion of all phases of its Escape Solar and Storage project in Lincoln County, Nevada in December 2025. Escape is now supplying 185 megawatts (“MW”) of solar energy and 400 megawatt-hours (“MWh”) of battery storage capacity to four Nevada customers. 

Upon reaching final completion, Escape began supplying 115 MW of solar energy and 400 MWh of battery capacity to MGM Resorts International (“MGM”) under a 25-year agreement. The combined solar and battery project provides MGM with renewable energy in the hours that it is needed most and contributes to MGM’s sustainability goals. Previously, in June 2025, Escape began supplying a total of 70 MW of solar energy to Overton Power District No. 5, Caesars Entertainment, and Wynn Las Vegas under long-term power purchase agreements. 

“Estuary is proud to serve some of Nevada’s most recognized commercial and public-power customers with economical and reliable renewable energy,” said Jill Daniel, CEO of Estuary Power. “The Escape Project — an unusually complex project delivered ahead of an already accelerated schedule — demonstrates Estuary’s ability to develop, finance, and deliver large-scale energy infrastructure through creativity, agility, and disciplined execution. We are grateful for the trust of our customers and the support of our partners and community in making this project a success.”

“With this new project coming online, we are accelerating progress toward our goal of using 100% renewable electricity domestically by 2030,” said Bill Hornbuckle, CEO and President of MGM. “Together with our Mega Solar Array, the new Escape Solar and Storage Project reflects our focus on scalable, impactful clean-energy solutions. It also demonstrates that our industry can operate more sustainably while delivering long-term cost stability, strengthening our business and supporting a more resilient energy future.”

Also in late 2025, Escape closed the final funding pursuant to a tax equity investment commitment by Morgan Stanley Renewables Inc. and achieved term conversion of its long-term construction-to-term loan provided by Denham Capital on behalf of its clients. Escape’s permanent capital structure also includes a letter of credit facility provided by Norddeutsche Landesbank Girozentrale (Nord/LB). 

Escape’s solar arrays were constructed by Bechtel Infrastructure and Power Corporation. Tesla, Inc. supplied and installed the battery energy storage system. Its substation and certain transmission upgrades were completed by Dashiell Corporation. JinkoSolar supplied TOPCon photovoltaic modules.

Estuary Power, based in Reno, Nevada, develops, owns, and operates large-scale energy generation, storage, and transmission projects in the western United States. Estuary is financially backed by Ullico Infrastructure Fund (“UIF”), a $6.3 billion infrastructure fund. For more information about Estuary Power, please visit www.estuarypower.com or follow Estuary Power on Linkedin. 

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