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Leading researchers join esteemed global community of fellows

PHILADELPHIA, March 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The global ocean faces major threats—from illegal fishing to vanishing coastal habitats to plastic pollution. Now, a new cohort of scientists will work to bridge the knowledge gaps hindering effective ocean protections.

The Pew Charitable Trusts announced today that seven fellows—based in Australia, the United States, Canada, Japan, and Thailand—will receive $150,000 grants over three years to pursue conservation-focused research aimed at strengthening ocean health and the communities that depend on it. Their work includes tracing illegal and unreported fisheries with advanced genetic techniques, improving reef restoration in Southeast Asia, mapping climate resilient kelp forests, testing local-based incentives for marine conservation, rethinking fisheries governance in East Asia, analyzing the impacts of harmful algal blooms, and developing open-source technology to classify nanoplastic pollution.

This year’s fellows’ cohort also includes the first recipient of the Pew-Gerstner Fellowship in Ocean Plastics Research, which supports research on solutions to marine plastic pollution; and the second recipient of the Pew-Hoover Fellowship in Marine and Biomedical Science, which fosters innovative research at the intersection of the two fields.

“These fellows are tackling some of the ocean’s toughest challenges with creativity and immense dedication,” said Leo Curran, project director for the Pew Fellows Program in Marine Conservation. “Their work shows what’s possible when science, technology, and communities come together to protect our seas.”

The 2026 fellows join a distinguished community of more than 200 Pew marine fellow alumni dedicated to advancing ocean science and promoting the sustainable use of marine resources. The Pew Fellows Program in Marine Conservation supports midcareer scientists and other experts selected by an international panel of leaders in marine science and conservation. Alumni form an active community that promotes collaboration and knowledge sharing worldwide.

“Seeing these scientists turn their ideas into action is what excites me most,” said Angela Bednarek, Pew’s director of scientific advancement. “They’re exploring new approaches, testing innovative tools, and working closely with communities and policymakers, bringing research to life in ways that could shape how we care for the oceans.”

The 2026 fellows are:

Suchana Apple Chavanich, Ph.D.
Chulalongkorn University, Thailand
Suchana Apple Chavanich will develop and apply innovative methods to advance reef restoration in Southeast Asia, a region with some of the world’s richest coral diversity. Working in Thailand, Chavanich will refine techniques for producing new corals through sexual propagation and banking frozen coral sperm and eggs—critical methods for preserving the genetic health of restored populations.

Andrés Cisneros-Montemayor, Ph.D.
Simon Fraser University, Canada
Andrés Cisneros-Montemayor will develop a replicable framework to identify the social connections that shape markets in the ocean economy, facilitating the design and implementation of local-scale incentives for conservation. Working with three fishing communities in Sonora, Mexico, Cisneros-Montemayor will apply this framework, conducting field interviews and community engagement workshops to map and understand the layered interactions that influence economic decision-making.

Win Cowger, Ph.D.
Pew-Gerstner Fellow in Ocean Plastics Research
Win Cowger will enhance the capabilities of Open Specy, an open-source tool he developed to help researchers worldwide classify and analyze different types of plastic pollution. He will build a robust reference library and develop new algorithms to improve the identification of nanoplastics, small microplastics, and plastic leachates in the marine environment.

Nur Arafeh-Dalmau, Ph.D.
University of Queensland, Australia
Nur Arafeh-Dalmau will collaborate with partners in California, Mexico, Peru, and Argentina to identify and map resilient kelp forest ecosystems. Using satellite imagery, ecological surveys, and environmental DNA, Arafeh-Dalmau will analyze biodiversity patterns in persistent kelp forests and test their resilience to marine heat waves.

Matthew Gribble, Ph.D.
Pew-Hoover Fellow in Marine and Biomedical Science
University of California, San Francisco, United States
Matthew Gribble will apply an advanced statistical technique called a hidden Markov model to better understand the dynamics of toxin-producing algal blooms. His work will focus on southeast Alaska, where Alaska Native communities have been repeatedly affected by harmful algal blooms, and Andalucia, Spain. Gribble will determine how often areas have been exposed to algal blooms in the past, supporting insights into the health effects of harmful algal toxin exposure.

Shaili Johri, Ph.D.
Stanford University, United States
Shaili Johri will use advanced genetic tools to strengthen seafood traceability and combat illegal fishing. By analyzing fine-scale differences in individual animals’ DNA, her research will help pinpoint the geographic origins of traded species. Focusing on reef sharks, Johri will develop low-cost, rapid, and accurate genetic and visual identification methods to identify shark fishing hot spots across the Western Indian Ocean and detect instances of illegal fishing.

Namhee Kwon, Ph.D.
Kansai University, Japan
Namhee Kwon will analyze the effectiveness and limitations of existing agreements in managing shared fish stocks, with the goal of identifying institutional and legal reforms that are both politically viable and ecologically sustainable. Focusing on agreements among South Korea, Japan, and China, Kwon will examine the legal architecture of each agreement, obligations under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, and implementation of these agreements within each country’s domestic system.

Elham Khatami, 202-540-6711, ekhatami@pewtrusts.org

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ATLANTA, March 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Graphic Packaging Holding Company (NYSE: GPK), a global leader in sustainable consumer packaging, today announced that Jeffrey Stafeil has joined its Board of Directors. Mr. Stafeil is currently Chief Executive Officer of RESRG Automotive and a member of its board of directors.

Mr. Stafeil has held a range of leadership positions across the global automotive supply and industrial manufacturing sectors over the past 30 years. Prior to joining RESRG Automotive, he served as Chief Financial Officer of Tenneco Automotive and Adient plc. Earlier in his career, Mr. Stafeil was Chief Executive Officer of DURA Automotive Systems LLC, and Chief Financial Officer of Visteon Corporation and Metaldyne LLC. He began his career in accounting and consulting.

Graphic Packaging Chairman of the Board Philip Martens said of the appointment: “Jeff brings exceptional depth of experience as both a Chief Executive Officer and former Chief Financial Officer across a range of complex, multi-national manufacturing companies. As we move past a period of heavy investment, execution and performance are the standards against which we will be measured, and Jeff will bring highly relevant perspective and expertise to the Board.”

President and Chief Executive Officer of Graphic Packaging Robbert Rietbroek added: “Jeff’s focus on operational excellence and his commitment to customer service are an outstanding complement to our business priorities. I look forward to partnering with Jeff as we work to maximize the value of this exceptional company for the benefit of all of our stakeholders.”

Contact Information

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About Graphic Packaging Holding Company

Graphic Packaging designs and produces consumer packaging made primarily from renewable or recycled materials. An industry leader in innovation, the Company is committed to reducing the environmental footprint of consumer packaging. Graphic Packaging operates a global network of design and manufacturing facilities serving the world’s most widely recognized brands in food, beverage, foodservice, household, and other consumer products. Learn more at www.graphicpkg.com.

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CTEC warns against the most common ways scammers steal taxpayer refunds.

SACRAMENTO, Calif., March 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Tax season isn’t just about gathering paperwork—it is also a time when scammers are especially active, targeting unsuspecting taxpayers.

“A lot of people don’t know that tax preparers aren’t allowed to charge a fee based on the size of your refund,” said Fernando Angell, chair of the California Tax Education Council (CTEC), the state-mandated nonprofit that oversees approximately 40,000 tax preparers. “It’s also important to stay away from advertisements that guarantee tax refunds—no legitimate preparer can promise a refund before reviewing your information.”

Angell emphasizes that the best way to maximize your refund and avoid IRS issues is to work with a tax preparer who is properly educated and current on tax laws. In California, anyone who prepares tax returns for a fee must be either an attorney, a certified public accountant (CPA), a CTEC-registered tax preparer (CRTP), or an enrolled agent (EA).

Despite these requirements, some “ghost” preparers continue to operate illegally, often taking clients’ money and disappearing.

“These scammers are tough to track down because they vanish after getting paid,” said Lester Crawford, CRTP and CTEC board member. “Every year, we hear from people who never see their refund or the preparer again.”

Three Key Facts to Protect Your Refund:

• Your refund should always go directly to you. Never allow a preparer to deposit your refund into their own bank account.
• Fees should be based on the complexity of your return—not the size of your refund. Avoid anyone who charges a percentage of your refund as their fee.
• Be cautious of ‘guaranteed’ refunds. No reputable preparer will promise a refund before reviewing your information; they will only ensure you receive what you’re entitled to under the law.

CTEC protects taxpayers from fraud and unqualified preparers. To learn more or report unregistered tax preparers, visit ctec.org. Listen to helpful podcasts at taxpayerbeware.org and in Spanish at contribuyentecuidese.org.

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Pacira’s Stock is Down 56% Over the Last Decade and Down 68% Over the Last 5 Yearsⁱ; Under the Leadership of CEO and Board Member Frank Lee, the Stock Has Fallen 30%ⁱⁱ; The Company’s Underperformance is Reflected in Consistently Missed Earnings, Continuous Lowering of Guidance, Which is Then Missed, and a Complete Lack of Combined Profitability in the Last Two Yearsⁱⁱⁱ; We believe the Stock Price Reflects the Market’s Lack of Trust in Management and the Board of Director’s Utter Failure of Oversight

DOMA Asserts Frank Lee Should be Replaced Immediately; the Board Should Name an Interim CEO and Conduct a Formal Sale Process of the Business

DOMA’s Three Highly Qualified Nominees Possess Vast Experience in Strategic Capital Allocation, Risk Management, Healthcare, Internal Investigations, Litigation, and Due Diligence

MIAMI, March 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — DOMA Perpetual Capital Management LLC (“DOMA Perpetual”) is a fundamentals-based, value-oriented investor that, together with its affiliates (collectively “DOMA” or “we”), beneficially owns approximately 7.1% of the outstanding shares of common stock of Pacira BioSciences (NASDAQ: PCRX) (“Pacira” or the “Company”).^iv

DOMA today announced its nomination of three highly skilled director candidates to Pacira’s Board of Directors (the “Board”): Christopher Dennis, Oliver Benton Curtis and Eric de Armas. DOMA believes electing these nominees is critical to address the Board’s lack of financial controls, sophistication and legal expertise, and to develop proper management oversight at the Board level. These candidates possess significant, relevant experience and are prepared to ensure that all shareholders’ interests are fully represented on the Board.

DOMA’s aim is to generate profit for the Company’s shareholders, who have been forced to weather consistent year-over-year declines in the stock price while Company expenses and Management compensation have soared. DOMA believes the Board must avoid taking any further risk with IP battles and has previously privately notified members of the Board of its concern that the Board’s actions may potentially constitute gross negligence.

The Board has spent years generating zero value for shareholders while lavishly compensating its executives and members. DOMA believes that the Company’s shareholders should not continue to tolerate a Board that has overseen years of stock price decline while expenses and management compensation have increased.^v Moreover, since the Company’s Management has proven incapable of meeting performance-based goals that would benefit all shareholders, the Board’s Compensation Committee signed off on a change from options-based compensation to RSUs^vi. In the last two years, this change in compensation has paid more to CEO Frank Lee than what was distributed in earnings per share to all shareholders combined^vii. This compensation was not a reward for value creation or a job well done; it follows two years of dismal performance, in which the stock price has fallen over 30% and expenses have swelled across the firm.^viii Management executive compensation is unsustainable, currently approaching 7% of the Firm’s entire market capitalization.^ix

The Board has continued to approve wasteful and unjustified expenditures, including allowing management to spend shareholder cash relocating the Company’s headquarters to San Francisco despite the significant cost to shareholders and without providing a clear strategic justification for the move.^x DOMA believes EXPAREL is a valuable asset whose potential has been undermined by management’s strategic and operational execution. DOMA believes that shareholders must elect directors that understand that the Board must undertake a comprehensive review of the decisions and strategy that have contributed to the Company’s sustained underperformance.

The interests of Pacira’s shareholders must finally be put first. The Board should immediately engage bankers to proceed with a sale of the Company, discontinuing future acquisitions of pipeline drugs and maximizing returns and returning capital to its rightful owners, the Company’s shareholders. EXPAREL is the only non-opioid pain medication for use in the surgical setting in the United States, a country still suffering from a horrible opioid epidemic. The drug lowers costs for providers and patients and has the potential to save countless lives by offering an effective alternative to opioid pain management. Pacira is too small to market this drug with scale and efficiency. By selling Pacira to a larger firm, the Company can ensure that shareholders finally receive the return they deserve and a larger, savvier company will be able to accelerate the distribution and application of this incredible drug. DOMA remains open to engaging constructively with the Board to achieve a solution that maximizes value for all shareholders.

Director Nominees:

• Christopher Dennis, MD, MBA, FAPA – Mr. Dennis is a visionary physician executive and board-certified psychiatrist with 25+ years of leadership across behavioral health, substance use disorders, and digital health, who brings deep experience in health care and opioid addition.
• Oliver Benton Curtis III – Mr. Curtis is a former federal prosecutor and accomplished trial lawyer who currently advises on regulatory enforcement, internal investigations, and due diligence regarding third-party and business transactions.
• Eric de Armas – Mr. de Armas, CFO and CCO of DOMA Perpetual, has over two decades of experience in the financial industry. He possesses substantial knowledge of corporate finance, risk management and strategic capital allocation.

About DOMA Perpetual Capital Management LLC:
DOMA Perpetual Capital Management LLC is an asset management firm based in Miami, Florida. DOMA Perpetual strives to achieve great investment results by identifying attractive, uncorrelated companies with sustainable competitive advantages, while limiting exposure to downside risks. It employs an opportunistic, fundamentals-based strategy that invests in companies across a variety of sectors and market caps throughout the globe.

Contact:
DOMA Perpetual Capital Management LLC
ir@domaperpetual.com

CERTAIN INFORMATION CONCERNING THE PARTICIPANTS

DOMA Perpetual Capital Management LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (“DOMA”), together with the other participants named herein, have filed a preliminary proxy statement and accompanying WHITE proxy card with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) to be used to solicit votes for the election of its slate of director nominees at the 2026 annual meeting of stockholders of Pacira BioSciences, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”).

DOMA STRONGLY ADVISES ALL STOCKHOLDERS OF THE COMPANY TO READ THE PROXY STATEMENT AND OTHER PROXY MATERIALS AS THEY BECOME AVAILABLE BECAUSE THEY WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION. SUCH PROXY MATERIALS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT NO CHARGE ON THE SEC’S WEB SITE AT HTTP://WWW.SEC.GOV. IN ADDITION, THE PARTICIPANTS IN THIS PROXY SOLICITATION WILL PROVIDE COPIES OF THE PROXY STATEMENT WITHOUT CHARGE, WHEN AVAILABLE, UPON REQUEST. REQUESTS FOR COPIES SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO THE PARTICIPANTS’ PROXY SOLICITOR.

The participants in the proxy solicitation are anticipated to be DOMA, DOMA1 LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (“DOMA1”), DOMA Perpetual LO Equity Master Fund LP, an exempted limited partnership organized under the laws of the Cayman Islands (“DOMA LO Master”), DOMA Perpetual Partners GP LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (“DOMA GP”), DOMA2 LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (“DOMA2”), Reliability LLC, an investment holding company wholly-owned by the John Templeton Foundation (“JTF”), Pedro Escudero, Christopher Dennis, Oliver Benton Curtis and Eric de Armas.

As of the date hereof, DOMA LO Master directly beneficially owns 1,965,775 shares of Common Stock, par value $0.001 par value per share, of the Company (the “Common Stock”). As of the date hereof, JTF directly beneficially owns 812,019 shares of Common Stock^xi. As of the date hereof, Pedro Escudero directly beneficially owns 159,000 shares of Common Stock. As of the date hereof, Mr. de Armas directly beneficially owns 1,389 shares of Common Stock. As Investment Manager of DOMA LO Master and JTF, DOMA may be deemed to beneficially own the 2,777,794 shares of Common Stock beneficially owned by DOMA LO Master. As the managing member of DOMA, DOMA1 may be deemed to beneficially own the 2,777,794 shares of Common Stock beneficially owned by DOMA. As general partner of DOMA LO Master, DOMA GP may be deemed to beneficially own the 1,965,775 shares of Common Stock beneficially owned by DOMA LO Master. As the managing member of DOMA GP, DOMA2 may be deemed to beneficially own the 1,965,775 shares of Common Stock beneficially owned by DOMA GP. As Founder and Chief Investment Officer of DOMA and Managing Member of DOMA GP, DOMA1 and DOMA2 Mr. Escudero may be deemed to beneficially own the 2,777,794 shares of Common Stock beneficially owned by DOMA and DOMA GP in addition to the 159,000 shares of Common Stock directly beneficially owned by Mr. Escudero. As of the date hereof, neither Messrs. Dennis nor Curtis beneficially own any shares of Common Stock.

Disclaimer

This letter has been prepared by DOMA. The views expressed herein reflect the opinions of DOMA and are based on publicly available information with respect to Pacira BioSciences, Inc. (“Pacira” or the “Company”). DOMA recognizes that there may be confidential information in the possession of the Company that could lead it or others to disagree with DOMA’s conclusions. DOMA reserves the right to change or modify any of such views or opinions at any time and for any reason and expressly disclaims any obligation to correct, update, or revise the information contained herein or to otherwise provide any additional materials.

For the avoidance of doubt, this press release was not produced by any person that is affiliated with Pacira, nor was its content endorsed by Pacira. This press release is provided merely as information and is not intended to be, nor should it be construed as, an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security nor as a recommendation to purchase or sell any security. One or more funds managed by DOMA currently beneficially owns shares of the Company.

Some of the materials in this press release contain forward-looking statements. All statements contained herein that are not clearly historical in nature or that necessarily depend on future events are forward-looking, and the words “anticipate,” “believe,” “expect,” “potential,” “could,” “opportunity,” “estimate,” “plan,” “once again,” “achieve,” and similar expressions are generally intended to identify forward-looking statements. The projected results and statements contained herein that are not historical facts are based on DOMA’s current expectations, speak only as of the date of these materials and involve risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results, performances or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performances or achievements expressed or implied by such projected results and statements. Assumptions relating to the foregoing involve judgments with respect to, among other things, future economic competitive and market conditions and future business decisions, all of which are difficult or impossible to predict accurately and many of which are beyond the control of DOMA.

ⁱ Bloomberg Database as of March 10^th 2026
ⁱⁱ Bloomberg Database as of March 10^th 2026
ⁱⁱⁱ Bloomberg Database, Pacira Company Filings, JPM Equity Research February 2026, Barclays Equity Research February 2026
^iv Pacira Company Filings, DOMA Perpetual Internal Calculations
^v Pacira Company Filings
^vi Pacira Proxy Filings 
^vii Pacira Company Filings, DOMA Perpetual Internal Calculations
^viii Bloomberg Database, Pacira Company Filings
^ix Pacira Company Filings, DOMA Perpetual Internal Calculations
^x Pacira Q1 2025 8-K
^xi DOMA is acting as investment manager with respect to the shares beneficially owned by JTF which DOMA exercises discretionary investment and voting authority. JTF is not making or sponsoring the director nominations.

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The MMK Award of Excellence recognizes groundbreaking innovation in sustainable automotive material development

ZURICH, March 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Novelis Inc., a leading sustainable aluminum solutions provider and the world leader in aluminum rolling and recycling, has been honored with the Münchner Management Kolloquium (MMK) Award of Excellence 2026 for its aluminium sheet made with 100% end-of-life vehicle scrap, specifically developed for use in exterior car body applications. The award recognizes individuals, companies, and projects that drive meaningful and sustainable progress in business and society through innovation, responsibility, and foresight.

“This award affirms our commitment to shaping the future of the aluminum and automotive industries,” says Michael Hahne, Vice President of Commercial for Novelis in Europe. “The MMK Award of Excellence highlights the importance of innovation, responsibility and collaboration – values that guide our daily work.”

The MMK is one of the leading management conferences in the German-speaking region, attracting over 1,500 decision-makers from industry, academia, and politics each year.

Recycled aluminium as a catalyst for sustainable mobility

Novelis received the award for its highly innovative automotive aluminium sheet, which features exceptionally high recycled content and sets new standards in sustainable vehicle production. Aluminium is lightweight, strong, and endlessly recyclable. Novelis leverages these advantages consistently. In fiscal year 2025, the company achieved an average global recycled content of 63% across all products, with specific automotive alloys reaching up to 85%. Additionally, the aluminium recycling process uses approximately 95% less energy than is required to produce primary aluminium.

The award-winning solution showcases the true potential of a circular economy. By producing aluminum sheet made from 100% end-of-life vehicle scrap, Novelis has demonstrated that car-to-car recycling for high-quality outer-body aluminium applications is technically feasible. We believe this is a significant step toward decarbonizing the automotive sector.

Novelis’ path toward a fully circular future

Through Novelis 3×30, the company is driving the transition toward a fully circular economy. This includes expanding access to high-quality end-of-life scrap, investing in advanced recycling processes, and collaborating across the automotive value chain. We believe these efforts contribute significantly to more climate-friendly product solutions that help Novelis’ customers achieve their sustainability targets.

About Novelis

Novelis Inc. is driven by its purpose of shaping a sustainable world together. We are a global leader in the production of innovative aluminum products and solutions and the world’s largest recycler of aluminum. Our ambition is to be the leading provider of low-carbon, sustainable aluminum solutions and to achieve a fully circular economy by partnering with our suppliers, as well as our customers in the aerospace, automotive, beverage can and specialties industries throughout North America, Europe, Asia and South America. Novelis had net sales of $17.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Novelis is a subsidiary of Hindalco Industries Limited, an industry leader in aluminum and copper, and the metals flagship company of the Aditya Birla Group, a multinational conglomerate based in Mumbai. For more information, visit novelis.com.   

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Lightweight Poured PU Technology Reclaims its Place in Elite Running and Court Sports

PORTLAND, Ore., March 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — For years, industry-standard poured polyurethane (PU) insoles were prized for comfort and durability—however, its weight and density profile have limited its use in premium performance categories. Since DREAMCELL^® VELO’s launch, DSC^® has changed the industry narrative with its breakthrough lightweight poured PU insole technology, engineered to meet the rigorous demands of performance sports, including running, basketball, and tennis. Today, DSC^® released new technical data that supports DREAMCELL^® VELO as a clear leader in the performance category for a poured PU insole.

“Never before was poured PU a solution in the performance conversation, but now, DREAMCELL^® VELO defines it for the elite athlete,” said Mei-Fen Wei, Chief Operating Officer of DSC^®. “DREAMCELL^® VELO is industry-changing and not only delivers a premium lightweight experience with newfound speed-focused advantages, but our direct-pour process creates almost zero material waste.”

In running especially—where every gram counts—traditional poured PU couldn’t compete with lighter foam platforms. DSC^® teams set out to challenge that assumption, creating a breakthrough in the performance category. The DREAMCELL^® VELO innovation stems from applying cross-industry material learnings to meet the footwear performance standards for the elite athlete today.

The new formulation is 60% lighter than traditional poured PU, and delivers excellent resiliency with a low compression set, helping preserve energy transfer over repeated runs, cuts, and jumps. The result is one of the lightest poured PU insole technologies DSC^® has ever created, delivering energy return and long-term performance without the weight. DREAMCELL^® VELO is tuned for performance with its optimized polymer network and cell structure that delivers a faster rebound at a lower density. The lower density mass with high rebound supports faster turnover and reduced fatigue that particularly supports runners, while the resiliency plus low compression set supports a consistent feel through cuts and jumps, and added durability over repeated impacts fine-tuned for sports like basketball and tennis.

DREAMCELL^® VELO vs traditional poured PU*

• Low density profile is .23g/cm³ less (.12 g/cm³ vs. .35g/cm³)
• Approximately 50% rebound performance (vs. 30%)
• Up to 60% lighter material weight for enhanced comfort and efficiency
• Precision molding of intricate design details
• Near zero waste|
  *Performance based on internal ASTM D3574 testing

Performance and lifestyle footwear development teams have responded strongly to DREAMCELL^® VELO’s combination of low weight and robust physical properties. From basketball to running to tennis, brands are recognizing DREAMCELL^® VELO as a versatile solution that bridges comfort and elite performance—while also meeting attractive cost targets.

DSC is committed to creating sustainable solutions for a greener future, including creating eco-innovations like DREAMCELL^® VELO that achieves nearly zero waste. DSC’s direct-pour production reduces trimming and scrap typical of traditional PU methods. DREAMCELL^® VELO is a step in the right direction toward Run the Relay, DSC’s ambitious plan to achieve a zero-carbon, zero-waste future.

DREAMCELL^® VELO will be available to view at The Materials Show in Boston and Portland (March 11-12, 2026).

Since 1945, Dahsheng Company (DSC^®) has been a leader in foam innovation in the sports industry. Known for its premium comfort and performance foam DREAMCELL^® and DURAPONTEX^®, DSC^® partners with top brands and footwear manufacturers worldwide. By advancing innovation and pushing the limits of foam manufacturing, DSC^® is dedicated to creating eco-friendly and advanced foam solutions that set new standards in the industry.

Visit www.dahsheng.com to learn more about DSC^® and its commitment to sustainability and eco-innovation.

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• Genesis Inspiration Foundation donates $50,000 to Young Musicians Unite in support of music education
• Genesis hosts Child Creativity Lab STEAM workshop with Breakthrough Miami for nearly 40 students at Palmer Trinity School

MIAMI, March 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Genesis and Genesis Inspiration Foundation advanced science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) education in Florida by connecting students to hands-on learning and artistic exploration. Genesis Inspiration Foundation donated $50,000 to Young Musicians Unite, a nonprofit committed to expanding access to music education for all students regardless of socio-economic background. Genesis Gives, the corporate social responsibility initiative from Genesis Motor America, also organized a STEAM workshop with Breakthrough Miami for nearly 40 students.

“Creative expression plays an important role in how students learn and grow,” said Brandon Ramirez, director, corporate social responsibility, Genesis Motor America, and board member, Genesis Inspiration Foundation. “Through these community-rooted partnerships in Florida, we’re supporting young people’s academic and personal development by creating opportunities for them to explore music and STEAM education.”

Young Musicians Unite (YMU) was awarded a $50,000 grant from Genesis Inspiration Foundation. Currently serving more than 12,000 students across 75 Miami-Dade schools, YMU is the only in-school music education program for grades 5 through 12 in the county. YMU strengthens music education in Title I schools by providing high-quality instruction and opportunities. This grant will support YMU’s free in-school and after-school music programs that inspire personal development, foster a sense of community, and prepare future leaders.

At Palmer Trinity School, Genesis collaborated with Breakthrough Miami to deliver hands-on STEAM learning that encouraged students to explore creativity, design thinking, and sustainability. Breakthrough Miami is a nonprofit that provides an academic enrichment program using a student‑teaching‑students model to expand educational opportunities for under‑resourced students in grades 5 through 12. Following a demonstration of the all-electric Genesis GV60, students participated in a Child Creativity Lab workshop where they imagined and built future mobility concepts with upcycled materials.

Genesis Gives

Genesis Gives is a corporate social responsibility initiative from Genesis Motor America. Expanding on the brand’s commitment to the highest standards of performance and its athletic elegance design identity, Genesis Gives supports nonprofit organizations with the goal of improving access to, and performance in, youth sports and STEAM education in under-resourced communities. Since 2022, Genesis has donated over $2 million to support communities across the country. For more information, visit www.genesisgives.com.

Genesis Inspiration Foundation

Genesis Inspiration Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to connecting youth to the transformative power of the arts. Our mission is to improve educational outcomes by providing access to arts programs that engage and inspire children in under-resourced communities. Founded in 2018, the Genesis Inspiration Foundation has awarded over $13 million in grants to expand youth arts at museums, schools, and community organizations nationwide. With the support of Genesis and its retailers, we are introducing children to a new world of the possible. To learn more, visit us online at www.genesisinspirationfoundation.org.

Genesis Motor North America

Genesis is a new global automotive brand that delivers the highest standards of design, safety, refined performance, and innovation while looking towards a more sustainable future. Drawing from its cultural heritage and distinctly Korean hospitality, Genesis crafts experiences focused on customers as “son-nim”, or honored guests.

Genesis Motor North America offers a growing range of award-winning SUV, sedan, and electric models through its network of more than 200 independent U.S. retailers, in addition to its more than 30 Canadian agency distributors. Genesis now counts more than 90 standalone retail facilities across the North American region, with dozens more in development. Consumers can discover the brand through its many retail points, at Genesis House, the brand’s flagship space in New York City, or online at www.genesis.com.

Please visit our media site for the latest news at www.genesisnewsusa.com (United States) and www.genesisnews.ca (Canada).

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• Genesis Inspiration Foundation donates $50,000 to Young Musicians Unite in support of music education
• Genesis hosts Child Creativity Lab STEAM workshop with Breakthrough Miami for nearly 40 students at Palmer Trinity School

MIAMI, March 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Genesis and Genesis Inspiration Foundation advanced science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) education in Florida by connecting students to hands-on learning and artistic exploration. Genesis Inspiration Foundation donated $50,000 to Young Musicians Unite, a nonprofit committed to expanding access to music education for all students regardless of socio-economic background. Genesis Gives, the corporate social responsibility initiative from Genesis Motor America, also organized a STEAM workshop with Breakthrough Miami for nearly 40 students.

“Creative expression plays an important role in how students learn and grow,” said Brandon Ramirez, director, corporate social responsibility, Genesis Motor America, and board member, Genesis Inspiration Foundation. “Through these community-rooted partnerships in Florida, we’re supporting young people’s academic and personal development by creating opportunities for them to explore music and STEAM education.”

Young Musicians Unite (YMU) was awarded a $50,000 grant from Genesis Inspiration Foundation. Currently serving more than 12,000 students across 75 Miami-Dade schools, YMU is the only in-school music education program for grades 5 through 12 in the county. YMU strengthens music education in Title I schools by providing high-quality instruction and opportunities. This grant will support YMU’s free in-school and after-school music programs that inspire personal development, foster a sense of community, and prepare future leaders.

At Palmer Trinity School, Genesis collaborated with Breakthrough Miami to deliver hands-on STEAM learning that encouraged students to explore creativity, design thinking, and sustainability. Breakthrough Miami is a nonprofit that provides an academic enrichment program using a student‑teaching‑students model to expand educational opportunities for under‑resourced students in grades 5 through 12. Following a demonstration of the all-electric Genesis GV60, students participated in a Child Creativity Lab workshop where they imagined and built future mobility concepts with upcycled materials.

Genesis Gives

Genesis Gives is a corporate social responsibility initiative from Genesis Motor America. Expanding on the brand’s commitment to the highest standards of performance and its athletic elegance design identity, Genesis Gives supports nonprofit organizations with the goal of improving access to, and performance in, youth sports and STEAM education in under-resourced communities. Since 2022, Genesis has donated over $2 million to support communities across the country. For more information, visit www.genesisgives.com.

Genesis Inspiration Foundation

Genesis Inspiration Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to connecting youth to the transformative power of the arts. Our mission is to improve educational outcomes by providing access to arts programs that engage and inspire children in under-resourced communities. Founded in 2018, the Genesis Inspiration Foundation has awarded over $13 million in grants to expand youth arts at museums, schools, and community organizations nationwide. With the support of Genesis and its retailers, we are introducing children to a new world of the possible. To learn more, visit us online at www.genesisinspirationfoundation.org.

Genesis Motor North America

Genesis is a new global automotive brand that delivers the highest standards of design, safety, refined performance, and innovation while looking towards a more sustainable future. Drawing from its cultural heritage and distinctly Korean hospitality, Genesis crafts experiences focused on customers as “son-nim”, or honored guests.

Genesis Motor North America offers a growing range of award-winning SUV, sedan, and electric models through its network of more than 200 independent U.S. retailers, in addition to its more than 30 Canadian agency distributors. Genesis now counts more than 90 standalone retail facilities across the North American region, with dozens more in development. Consumers can discover the brand through its many retail points, at Genesis House, the brand’s flagship space in New York City, or online at www.genesis.com.

Please visit our media site for the latest news at www.genesisnewsusa.com (United States) and www.genesisnews.ca (Canada).

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Plant music listeners can now support ecosystem protection simply by listening.

AUSTIN, Texas, March 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — PlantWave, the plant music device created by multimedia artist Joe Patitucci, will formally launch its ongoing support of EarthPercent at SXSW 2026.

PlantWave is committing 1% of its global revenues to nature protection and restoration projects via EarthPercent, the music industry’s nature and climate foundation co-founded by Brian Eno.

The commitment signals a growing shift in how music technology can integrate ecological responsibility. For PlantWave, music made from living plants now directly supports living ecosystems.

PlantWave uses bio-sonification technology to translate plants’ subtle electrical fluctuations into real-time music, allowing individuals to listen to plant-generated ambient compositions at home. Designed for personal listening, PlantWave enables users to place sensors on houseplants and hear their ferns, pothos, or fiddle leaf figs generate continuous, evolving sound.

Under this commitment, every PlantWave purchase contributes to nature protection and restoration, including Indigenous-led projects, through EarthPercent’s ‘Protecting Nature’ action area.

“For over a decade, I’ve been exploring what happens when we treat Earth as a creative collaborator rather than a resource,” said Joe Patitucci. “With this commitment, listening to plants becomes more than just a passive act. It becomes a way to support the ecosystems that sustain us.”

The support will be activated at a live SXSW 2026 showcase at Central Presbyterian Church in Austin on Monday, March 16 at 8:00 PM. The performance will feature plant-generated music performed by Joe alongside vocalist Nicole Miglis (BATRY POWR / Hundred Waters), with a set by Bryan Noll (Lightbath).

In an era dominated by artificial intelligence and generative algorithms, PlantWave offers something fundamentally different: real-time music made from living plants — now paired with measurable environmental impact.

SXSW 2026 Showcase Details

PlantWave Live at SXSW 2026
Central Presbyterian Church — Austin, TX
Monday, March 16
8:00 PM

More information:
plantwave.com/earthpercent

About PlantWave

PlantWave is a plant music device created by multimedia artist Joe Patitucci that translates plants’ electrical fluctuations into music in real time.

About EarthPercent

EarthPercent is a nonprofit nature and climate foundation co-founded by Brian Eno that mobilizes the music industry to support high-impact environmental initiatives.

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Recognition marks four years of measurable progress, 40+ brand investments, a 12% increase in industry representation, and a clear path to $2.4 billion in economic value.

NEW YORK, March 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Pronghorn today announced that co-founders Dia Simms and Erin J. Hall have been named to Inc.’s 2026 Female Founders 500, an annual list recognizing the most dynamic women entrepreneurs in the United States. The 500 honorees collectively generated approximately $12.3 billion in revenue in 2025.

The recognition arrives at an inflection point for Pronghorn. Launched in 2022 with a $200 million commitment, the firm has become one of the most active investors in the beverage alcohol space and one of the few to build a replicable model for industry-wide impact.

By the numbers, Pronghorn’s progress is concrete:

• 40+ investments in burgeoning spirits brands since 2022
• Over 542 placements in careers in the spirits industry
• Focused portfolio brands averaging over 40% growth in a flat broader market
• $2.4 billion economic value target by 2032, tracking ahead of pace

Pronghorn’s portfolio includes Ten To One Rum, Greenwood Whiskey, Edmond’s Honor Madagascar Vanilla Bourbon, Mocktail Club, IslandJon Vodka, and more than three dozen additional brands available nationwide.

The company operates as a modern business solution that models the process to drive industry-wide transformation. Organized as a blueprint to drive innovation and accelerate growth, Pronghorn drives change in three key pillars: economics, entrepreneurship, and employment. The company focuses on capital deployment, incubation, talent development, and employment; actively cycling value through the beverage alcohol industry’s ecosystem.

“We built Pronghorn on the belief that when you put purpose and profits to work, the upside is enormous. Four years in, the data proves it; brands are growing at 40%, hundreds of careers have been launched, and an industry that is on track to reflect its customers. This is not a social mission. This is good business.” – Dia Simms, Co-Founder & Board Chair, Pronghorn.

Simms and Hall join a list of previous honorees that include Billie Jean King, Serena Williams, Sallie Krawcheck, and Emma Grede. Inc. editors evaluate candidates on revenue growth, funding, innovation, social impact, and brand momentum through a multi-round selection process.

“Everyone’s chasing the same playbook. The brands that will define the future of spirits are being built right now by founders who understand that culture moves first, and the market follows. We invest there on purpose – and the returns are proving it.” – Erin J. Hall, Co-Founder, Pronghorn.

“Each year, we are increasingly amazed by the extraordinary leaders on our Inc. Female Founders 500 list,” says Bonny Ghosh, editorial director at Inc. “The honorees on this year’s list include innovators in AI, beauty and wellness trendsetters winning devoted fans, and nonprofit leaders making a real impact in their communities. Together, they’re showing all of us what trailblazing female leadership looks like.”

Several honorees will appear in Inc.’s Spring print issue, on newsstands March 17, 2026. The complete list is available at inc.com/female-founders/2026.

To learn more about Pronghorn, please see our latest impact report here.

About Pronghorn
Pronghorn is a standalone business focused on creating a template for effectively diversifying any industry. Starting in the spirits industry, Pronghorn is laying the groundwork for a scalable methodology that can be applied to other industries and communities in the future. By leveraging capital investment, incubation, and recruitment initiatives, Pronghorn is actively building this template by accelerating access to the spirits industry for untapped businesses and individuals. Co-founded by industry veterans Dia Simms, Erin J. Hall, and Dan Sanborn, Pronghorn embodies the endurance and speed of its namesake, the fastest land mammal in North America. Pronghorn believes that creating meaningful, lasting change is a marathon, not a sprint. For more information and to learn more about Pronghorn, please visit: https://www.pronghorn.co/

About Inc.
Inc. is the leading media brand and playbook for the entrepreneurs and business leaders shaping our future. Through its journalism, Inc. aims to inform, educate, and elevate the profile of its community: the risk-takers, the innovators, and the ultra-driven go-getters who are creating the future of business. Inc. is published by Mansueto Ventures LLC, along with fellow leading business publication Fast Company. For more information, visit www.inc.com.

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