From kids’ check-in adventures to culinary delights and relaxation for adults, this tropical haven weaves unforgettable memories for travelers of all ages.

PULAU PINANG, Malaysia, May 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Penang invites families to embark on an unforgettable holiday. Nestled on the sun-kissed shores of Penang, this tropical haven promises a delightful escape for travelers of all ages.

Kids Take the Lead

From the moment your little adventurers step into the lobby, their eyes widen with wonder. The exclusive Kids Check-In Experience turns check-in into a mini adventure, it all begins with a warm DoubleTree cookie welcome. Imagine tiny hands clutching passports and the DoubleTree mascot, Cookie Man, making a grand entrance. It’s not just check-in; it’s a memory in the making.

Breakfast Magic at Makan Kitchen

Start the day with a dash of delight. Makan Kitchen’s dedicated Kids Corner serves up smiles alongside fluffy pancakes. From fruity waffles to cereal towers, the little ones are in for a treat. And don’t miss the Kids Passport program – a culinary quest where young foodies collect stamps at every dining outlet. Bon appétit, kiddos!

Unleash the Fun

Entertainment galore awaits the young adventurers. The Game Space boasts kiddie rides that’ll have them giggling with glee. But that’s not all. The Kids Club offers a treasure trove of activities – from batik painting to arts and crafts. And for the tech-savvy tykes, PlayStation 4 gaming challenges await. It’s playtime, Penang style!

For the Adults

While the little ones are immersed in play, adults can indulge in a world of culinary delights and relaxation at DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Penang. The resort offers endless dining options, from afternoon tea to happy hour specials and live music at Axis Lounge. Makan Kitchen invites guests to savor local flavors with dulang set meals and indulge in candlelight dinners for unforgettable dining experiences. Additionally, Hilton Honors members can enjoy exclusive dining privileges and discounts for a truly unforgettable retreat.

For ultimate relaxation, eforea Spa beckons with soothing massages and indulgent facials, ensuring guests leave feeling rejuvenated. Fitness enthusiasts can maintain their exercise routines at the state-of-the-art gym facilities, accessible 24/7. Complimentary WiFi ensures seamless connectivity, allowing guests to stay connected and productive throughout their stay.

For the Entire Family

At DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Penang, family bonding takes center stage with activities designed to bring everyone together. The TeddyVille Museum offers an enchanting journey through the history of teddy bears, captivating visitors of all ages. Meanwhile, the resort’s arcade boasts over a thousand games for endless entertainment, while outdoor activities such as snooker, foosball, and mini-golf provide opportunities for friendly competition.

For those seeking sun and sand, Miami Beach awaits just steps away from the resort, connected via a bridge. Guests can lounge by the outdoor pool, indulge in poolside snacks, and partake in water volleyball for a refreshing escape.

For The Stay

Enjoy your family vacation with comfort when you book the spacious Two-Bedroom Family Room with Sofa Bed and Balcony. Make your family vacation even more memorable with exclusive benefits when you book your stay with DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Penang’s Family Retreat Package, inclusive of daily buffet breakfasts, daily welcome drinks at Axis Lounge, daily Game Space credit of RM40, and 20% off on eforea Spa services. What’s more, registered Hilton Honors members will earn Double Points per stay during the Double Points Promotion Period that runs from 2^nd May to 2^nd September 2024. Sign up here as a Hilton Honors member to enjoy exclusive dining discounts and earn double the points with every stay.

Discover our entire range of family experiences here and book your next vacation here. For inquiries or group bookings, please contact +60 4 892 8000, email DoubleTreePenang_Reservations@hilton.com or visit EatDrinkHilton.com

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CANNES, France, May 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Campari returns to the red carpet on 14^th-25^th May 2024. The iconic red bitter brand continues its role as Official Partner to the Festival de Cannes for the third consecutive year.

Festival de Cannes is one of the most anticipated, watched, and glamorous film festivals worldwide. Campari, meanwhile, has a longstanding connection with the world of cinema, having supported the industry and championed its film-making talent for the last 40 years. 

It’s apt, then, that Campari has chosen the opening of the 77^th Festival to launch its We Are Cinema campaign. Its role is to acknowledge human stories as the inspiration for some of the world’s greatest cinema. Building on Campari’s role as curator of aperitivo occasions, Campari celebrates those real-life moments that become remarkable stories. Viewers of the new campaign can expect a melody of cinematic moments artistically brought to life and told through the vivid red lens of Campari’s creativity.

As both festival and campaign unfurl, Campari will again host and promote a series of events from the Campari Lounge in the Palais de Festival, over-looking the famous red-carpet. This year, the brand also introduces Hyde Beach by Campari, a new iconic space on Boulevard de Croisette, where stars and guests will be welcomed, and events hosted throughout the festival.

Amongst their exciting programme, Campari is honoured to announce both new and returning collaborations:

Cole Walliser will be based in the Campari Lounge, interviewing guests and celebrities. The director and celebrity host, famous for the behind-the-scenes GlamBOT clips, will eagerly tune into his entertaining dispatches covering the red-carpet action from the lounge.

Campari is also rejoining forces with The Hollywood Reporter, recording a special festival edition of the Awards Chatter podcast with Kevin Costner – director, writer, producer and star of Horizon: An American Saga. Costner will join THR’s Executive Editor of Awards, Scott Feinberg, live to talk about his returning to the big screen Western, premiering at this year’s Festival de Cannes.

One of the most anticipated events has to be the Official Cannes After Party for Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga. During the festival Campari will host this star-studded event at Hyde Beach by Campari in celebration of the latest instalment of this epic franchise.

Campari will also partner for the third year with Breaking Through The Lens, a non-profit organisation which empowers women in film by facilitating access to vital funding. Together, they will host the ‘Crossing Borders’ gala to celebrate women who have transcended cultural borders. The evening will include a panel discussion with globally renowned actress, Diane Kruger, who will be joined by other industry figures – including Campari Group Head of Marketing, Julka Villa – to share their own unique experiences.

The 77^th Festival also marks the debut of Campari’s partnership with Soho House, to host a one-of-a-kind creative film competition. Supporting and honouring emerging film talent, it focuses on the elements of life that transform the ordinary into the extraordinary, similar to the role of Campari in mixology.

Campari is more than an aperitif. With such unmistakable characteristics, the brand has long been a source of passionate inspiration. Since its birth, Campari has always been at the forefront of cocktail culture, inspiring passion in bartenders across the world. With Camparino in Galleria, master mixologists, serving up their famed cocktails – including Negroni and Campari Spritz – the Campari Lounge and Hyde Beach by Campari are the perfect places to raise a toast to inspiring stories and the talent behind them.

Campari Group Head of Marketing, Julka Villa comments: “We are delighted to return to Festival de Cannes, this year bringing our passion for cinema and stories through our global We Are Cinema campaign to the iconic Festival setting. With a strong and enduring legacy in the cinema world, creativity and passion remain at the heart of everything we do. This year, we look forward to continuing to bring this to our audience through a programme of remarkable moments throughout the Festival.”

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ABOUT CAMPARI
Campari, the iconic, Italian red spirit sitting at the heart of some of the world’s most famous cocktails. Campari was founded in Milan in 1860 by Gaspare Campari, and pioneered by his son, Davide, who created something so distinctive and revolutionary that its secret recipe has not been altered since. Vibrant red in colour, Campari’s unique and multi-layered taste is the result of the infusion of herbs, aromatic plants and fruit in alcohol and water. As well as being unique and distinctive, Campari is extremely versatile, offering boundless and unexpected possibilities. As a source of this passionate inspiration since its creation seen through its founders’ creative genius, artists in different fields and the world’s best bartenders, Campari stimulates your instincts to unlock your passions, inspiring limitless creations.

ABOUT CAMPARI GROUP
Campari Group is a major player in the global spirits industry, with a portfolio of over 50 premium and super premium brands, spreading across Global, Regional and Local priorities. Global Priorities, the Group’s key focus, include Aperol, Appleton Estate, Campari, SKYY, Wild Turkey and Grand Marnier. The Group was founded in 1860 and today is the sixth-largest player worldwide in the premium spirits industry. It has a global distribution reach, trading in over 190 nations around the world with leading positions in Europe and the Americas. Campari Group’s growth strategy aims to combine organic growth through strong brand building and external growth via selective acquisitions of brands and businesses. Headquartered in Milan, Italy, Campari Group owns 22 plants worldwide and has its own distribution network in 26 countries. Campari Group employs approximately 4,700people. The shares of the parent company Davide Campari-Milano N.V. (Reuters CPRI.MI – Bloomberg CPR IM) have been listed on the Italian Stock Exchange since 2001.

For more information: http://www.camparigroup.com/en.

Please enjoy our brands responsibly. 

ABOUT FESTIVAL DE CANNES
The Festival de Cannes is an event that brings together the world’s film professionals around an official competition and an International Film Market, whose highly media-oriented aspect makes it one of the first annual international events, contributing to the world cinematic influence. 

ABOUT CAMPARINO
Camparino in Galleria is the legendary bar opened by Davide Campari in Milan’s Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II in 1915. The bar was opened opposite to Caffè Campari, the establishment opened by Gaspare Campari – Davide’s fatherand the creator of  the bitter liqueur – in 1867. An instant hit with the people of Milan, the bar became synonymous with the city’s aperitivo tradition and in 2015 marked its 100th anniversary. Following a renovation project, the bar reopens to the public in autumn 2019 with a refreshed identity and food and drink offering designed to consolidate its status as one of the most influential establishments in the world for lovers of mixology and gastronomic innovation.

Campari returns to the 77th Festival de Cannes, with Camparino in Galleria, master mixologists, serving up famed cocktails – including the Negroni during aperitivo hour

Campari opens its doors once again to the Campari Lounge, located in the Palais des Festival during the 77th Festival de Cannes to host a series of exclusive events

Campari launches its brand campaign ‘We Are Cinema’ at the 77th Festival de Cannes, which celebrates real-life moments that become the remarkable stories that make it to the screen

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Featuring the diverse experiences offered at Wynn Macau and Wynn Palace, 
the four-day roadshow will wow visitors with an array of enticing travel offers

MACAU, May 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Wynn Resorts is pleased to announce its participation in the “Experience Macao” Roadshow in Jakarta organized by the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) at Central Park Mall (Laguna Atrium), from May 9 to 12. In the four-day event, Wynn will showcase the diverse travel experiences and present a series of attractive offers available at the two acclaimed integrated resorts in Macao – Wynn Macau and Wynn Palace.

The eye-catching Wynn exhibit will feature a replica of Wynn Palace’s iconic SkyCab and introduce visitors to Illuminarium, the multi-sensory, immersive cinematic experience at Wynn Palace. To further enhance the roadshow’s interactive elements, Wynn Care’s cheerful ambassadors “Wing Wing” and “Lei Lei”  will connect with visitors and introduce brand and hotel offers to increase awareness in Indonesia.

Visitors who register to become Wynn Insider members can participate in a lucky draw to win exclusive prizes including Illuminarium tickets, dining vouchers, a golf simulator experience at Wynn Palace, or limited-edition gifts. Winners will have an opportunity to visit Illuminarium at Wynn Palace which offers a cosmic feast for the senses, capturing sight, sound and touch in a stunning and immersive experience.

Through the thoughtful planning of the MGTO, this large-scale promotional roadshow for Jakarta highlights diverse tourism offerings and features a variety of themed exhibition areas and interactive games to showcase Macao’s  unique festivals and heritage.  Jakarta residents will gain a greater understanding of Macao’s prominent status as both a UNESCO World Heritage destination and a “Creative City of Gastronomy” to attract more international visitors.

Set within the heart of glittering Cotai, Wynn Palace has the most Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star restaurants than any individual resort in the world. Visitors can discover rare art pieces amidst blossoming flowers, and experience unique entertainment with SkyCab rides overlooking the Performance Lake. Guests can also dine at award-winning restaurants, including Chef Tam’s Seasons, the signature Cantonese restaurant recognized with one Michelin star and listed on Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants list, and Mizumi, the Forbes Five-Star contemporary Japanese restaurant that recently revealed a fresh new look with exciting new menus that reflect the restaurant’s playful personality.

Wynn Macau, located in the heart of the Macao peninsula, remains the only resort in the world to earn eight Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Awards. Guests who visit Wynn Tower or Encore Tower will experience an unparalleled level of service, dine on meticulously prepared dishes at the resort’s signature Michelin-starred restaurants, indulge in lavish spa experiences, and enjoy dazzling entertainment from the Tree of Prosperity or the Performance Lake, ensuring a truly diversified Macao experience.

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SINGAPORE, May 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Luckin Coffee debuted its latest Single Origin Espresso (SOE), the Luckin Black Cup Sumatra Gayo series, today, inviting coffee aficionados to savour its exceptional taste and distinctive flavour. Indulge in the exquisite flavour of Sumatra Gayo beans, handpicked and crafted under the guidance of the World Barista Championship (WBC) champions team, available across all Luckin Coffee outlets in Singapore. New users who download the Luckin Coffee app can enjoy their first Luckin Black Cup for only $0.99.

Sumatra Gayo, “Treasure of the Tropical Rainforest”

Sumatra Gayo, celebrated as the “Treasure of the Tropical Rainforest”, originates from the Aceh Gayo region in Sumatra, Indonesia. Flourishing at elevations between 1200 and 1800 metres, these beans benefited from the fertile volcanic soil and warm, humid climate of the area. The Aceh Gayo region is also part of Luckin Coffee’s Global Bean Hunting Initiative.

Crafted using traditional Indonesian wet hulling methods, this series presents a clean, herbal fragrance and a rich, velvety texture. Sugary notes of fruit, caramel and cedar linger, offering coffee lovers a truly gratifying brew.

Discover Luckin Black Cup with WBC Champion

The Luckin Black Cup is crafted under the guidance of the WBC champions team, through Luckin Coffee’s “Global Bean Hunting Initiative”. Spearheaded by the WBC champions team, this initiative seeks premium coffee beans from renowned regions and estates worldwide, where the team ensures quality at every step.

In April 2024, Luckin Coffee invited Mr. Boram Um, the 2023 WBC Champion and Luckin’s Chief Coffee Master, to Singapore to share about Luckin Coffee’s SOE creations – from bean to cup. Mr Um made history as the first World Barista Champion from Brazil and hails from a family of coffee plantation owners in Brazil. Taking on the role of Luckin’s newest Chief Coffee Master, he hopes to bring fresh perspectives as both, a grower and a professional barista, to the coffee industry. He also aims to deliver a truly delightful experience to consumers by elevating coffee quality.

In the exclusive workshop, Mr. Um explained how factors like soil composition, climate condition and altitude shape the unique flavour profiles of these speciality coffee beans and demonstrated how to explore the charm of coffee through professional cupping while also showcasing Luckin Coffee’s Global Bean Hunting Initiative.  

In 2023, Luckin Coffee launched its “Global Bean Hunting Initiative”, spearheaded by the WBC champions team, to seek premium coffee beans from renowned regions and estates worldwide. It is involved in aspects of cultivation, harvesting, and processing to ensure high quality at every step.

During the workshop, Mr. Um guided the participants in coffee cupping, tasting the different flavours of Luckin Coffee’s SOE beans such as Gesha, Hambella, and the newly introduced Sumatra Gayo beans. Attendees were impressed by the fruity and floral notes of Gesha, the complexity of Hambella, and the rich, velvety texture of Sumatra Gayo.

What’s more, Luckin Coffee’s beans have won the Gold Medal in the IIAC International Coffee Tasting Competition for five consecutive years from 2018 to 2022. Its Yirgacheffe SOE beans have also been awarded the IIAC Platinum Medal twice.

Sumatra Gayo SOE Series: Available Now!

Starting from $5.60 a cup, the rich flavours of the Luckin Black Cup Sumatra Gayo series are available across all island-wide stores in four variations: Sumatra Gayo Americano, Sumatra Gayo Latte, Sumatra Gayo Flat White and Sumatra Gayo Dirty. New users who download the Luckin Coffee app can enjoy their first Luckin Black Cup for only $0.99.

Grab your Luckin Black Cup and enjoy the new Sumatra Gayo SOE’s refreshingly clean, herbal fragrance and smooth texture!

For more information on Luckin Coffee, visit www.luckincoffee.com/.

About Luckin Coffee

Luckin Coffee Inc. (OTC: LKNCY) has pioneered a technology-driven retail network to provide coffee and other products of high quality, high convenience and high affordability to customers. Empowered by proprietary technologies, Luckin Coffee pursues its mission to build a world-class coffee brand and become a part of everyone’s daily life. Luckin Coffee was founded in 2017 and is based in China. For more information, please visit www.luckincoffee.com/.

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GENEVA, May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — FlowBank, the innovative Swiss online bank, proudly unveils its lineup for the second edition of the FlowBank Championship. Leading figures including Anthony Joshua, Israel Adesanya, Antoine Dupont, Ana Marković, Esteban Ocon, and Peter Sagan are set to compete in this distinctive online trading competition scheduled from May 1 to May 31, 2024. Following the resounding success of the inaugural 2023 FlowBank Championship, these sports icons are eager to showcase their trading skills and highlight the accessibility of financial markets to their fans and online communities.

The 2024 FlowBank Championship Participants

Charles Henri Sabet, founder of FlowBank, expressed his excitement for the event’s return, stating, “The remarkable engagement we witnessed last year underscores the triumph of this initiative. It not only drew significant attention to the parallels between sporting excellence and trading but also underscored the importance of financial literacy. Elevating the competition in its second year was a natural progression for us.”

In an exciting development, Alexander Zverev, FlowBank ambassador and third-place finisher in the inaugural edition, will take on a mentorship role. “Transitioning from competitor to mentor is invigorating. Having navigated the challenges these athletes will encounter in this competition, I eagerly anticipate sharing my insights and guiding this year’s exceptional group of athletes,” Alexander Zverev remarked.

Throughout the championship, FlowBank will provide athletes with tools, platforms, and resources to deepen their understanding of financial markets as they compete for the title of top trader on a virtual portfolio.

Simultaneously, the FlowBank community will gain unprecedented access to the athletes’ trading strategies, with opportunities to enhance their financial literacy through tailored educational content, including podcasts and comprehensive articles.

“The FlowBank Championship is more than a competition; it underscores our dedication to democratizing access to financial markets, nurturing an informed and engaged community,” concluded Charles Henri Sabet.

The FlowBank Championship will also feature insights from longstanding FlowBank ambassador Severin Lüthi and tennis legend Martina Hingis, with Hingis providing commentary and analysis in a weekly podcast throughout the competition.

Beyond the FlowBank Championship, FlowBank remains the primary sponsor of Swiss Tennis, Swiss Ice Hockey, and the Gonet Geneva Open, reinforcing its steadfast support for Swiss sports across all levels and bolstering its sponsorship portfolio.

Since its inception in November 2020, FlowBank has witnessed remarkable growth and continues to expand its services. Presently, FlowBank offers access to over 50,000 financial instruments and stands as the only Swiss bank to offer zero commission on Swiss stocks, alongside the lowest trading fees in Switzerland. The bank remains committed to ongoing investments in technology, innovation in features and products, and above all, prioritizing the client experience.

Follow @flowbank on social media for the latest news and updates on the FlowBank Championship.

About FlowBank

Established in 2020 by CEO Charles Henri Sabet, with headquarters in Geneva and an office in Zurich, FlowBank presently employs 140 experts. The bank delivers online investing and trading services, providing access to over 50,000 financial products at competitive prices. Recently recognized as Switzerland’s most competitive trading provider by Neue Zürcher Zeitung, FlowBank is licensed by the Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority (FINMA) and is a member of esisuisse. Additionally, it holds membership in the Swiss Bankers Association.

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• Boryung to support the launch of space experiments into orbit for selected startups and researchers
• Held for the third consecutive year, HIS presents an expanded ecosystem of engagements with NASA, ISS National Lab, MIT, and major space companies
• Humans In Space(HIS) will serve as a global space healthcare platform, enabling the realization of ideas from ground-based research to space experiments

SEOUL, South Korea, May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Boryung, a leading healthcare investment company, announced the launch of the 2024 Humans In Space (HIS) Challenge in collaboration with global partners. The HIS Challenge, now in its third year, is an idea competition Boryung has led since 2022 to build a global space healthcare ecosystem by gathering various space healthcare leaders and ideas.

In 2023, 130 teams from 33 countries applied, and 7 startups and 5 research teams were selected through the final pitch held at ASCEND, the largest space industrial conference in the United States, who were then awarded with equity investment and research grants, respectively.

The newly implemented structure for this year’s program supports the realization of breakthrough ideas in space, including the International Space Station (ISS). Under this innovative approach, the HIS Challenge will serve as a full-fledged global space healthcare platform, aiming to gather companies and researchers around the world with space healthcare-relevant ideas and enable them to progress from ground-based research to space experiments.

“Boryung led in shaping and promoting the global space healthcare ecosystem until last year,” said Jack Lim, Head of Boryung’s New Portfolio Investment (NPI) Group. “From this year, Humans In Space will play the pivotal role as a platform for promising technologies and research projects to conduct breakthrough space experiments and advance further.”

The HIS Challenge covers two domains of topics: critical healthcare problems that hinder astronauts from exploring deeper and father in space and critical health problems on Earth that could be solved through the space environment. Any startups and researchers with relevant research and business plans are eligible to apply.

HIS continues to collaborate closely with key global partners, including essential government agencies and major space companies. This year’s challenge topics reflects critical healthcare problems identified in discussion with prominent national institutions such as the NASA Human Research Program (HRP), which focus on astronaut health and performance research, and the ISS National Lab. Along with the MIT Space Exploration Initiative, the global medical and healthcare R&D centers will join as accelerators to advance critical ideas.

In the subsequent stages of preparing and conducting space experiments, HIS will collaborate with a diverse range of space companies and investors, including Intuitive Machines, Axiom Space, and Redwire.

Applications for the HIS Challenge are open until June 27 on the HIS website at www.humansinspaceofficial.com. After the first round of application screening and the second round of virtual pitch evaluation, HIS will select the final awardees in October. The 2024 HIS Challenge enables the final awardees’ on-orbit experiments and establishes a global space healthcare ecosystem to promote robust partnership and growth models. The space healthcare ecosystem established by HIS will share the experimental data and technologies generated from the on-orbit experiments, fostering sustainable collaboration with partners.

The funding model for this year’s final awardees has been redesigned to focus on implementing space experiments, marking a significant step forward from previous years. The model offers two distinct options: R&D investment with the prospect of future intellectual property (IP) revenue sharing, and equity investment. Selected startups can choose between receiving up to $250,000 in R&D funding to conduct experiments on the space station or opting for equity investment, while the HIS grants R&D investment for researchers.

In addition to the investments, the final awardees will benefit from networking opportunities with HIS partners and industry professionals. These networks will open doors for further collaboration and partnerships in technology development, fostering an ecosystem that nurtures innovation in the field of space medicine.

More information on the Humans In Space Challenge can be found at www.humansinspaceofficial.com.

About Boryung

Boryung is a healthcare investment company founded in 1957 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea. Following the company’s mission to become an indispensable contributor to human health, the company has expanded their business portfolio to the space healthcare industry. Recognizing space as a new realm for growth, Boryung acknowledges the increasing number of individuals anticipated to embark on prolonged space missions, highlighting the importance of ensuring human survival in the hostile space environment. Hence, the company believes there will be substantial opportunities to foster new technologies and meet the emerging needs in this field.

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Inaugural international clinical advisory board to provide strategic guidance towards development of the company’s ERES™ endoscopic robot

SINGAPORE, May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Vivo Surgical Private Limited, a privately-held surgical technology company pioneering a flexible endoscopic robot for advanced endoscopic resections, is excited to unveil its inaugural International Clinical Advisory Board. Comprising distinguished Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) in the field of therapeutic gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy, the board is poised to provide strategic guidance and expertise to Vivo Surgical as it continues to drive advancements in minimally invasive surgical robotic technology.

The inaugural members of the International Clinical Advisory Board are:

Dr (Prof) Yutaka Saito, MD PhD

Dr Saito is internationally recognized for his expertise in the fields of colonoscopy, advanced endoscopic imaging and endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD). At present, he is Director of the Endoscopy Center at the National Cancer Center Hospital (Tokyo, Japan), serving also as Chief of its Endoscopy Division. Dr Saito holds fellowships in several prominent gastroenterological societies, such as the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (FASGE) and Japanese Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Society (FJGES), and was honoured with the UAB Basil Hirschowitz Master Endoscopist Award for his global contributions to the advancement of endoscopy.

Dr (Prof) Pinghong Zhou, MD

Dr Zhou holds esteemed positions at Zhongshan Hospital of Fudan University in Shanghai, serving as Professor of Surgery and Director of its Endoscopy Centre. He plays pivotal roles in shaping the landscape of digestive endoscopy, serving as Vice Chairman of the Digestive Endoscopy Society within the Chinese Medical Association and is the incoming Chair of the Shanghai Medical Association of Digestive Endoscopy. Dr Zhou is internationally recognized for his expertise in therapeutic endoscopy, endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) and per-oral endoscopic myotomy (POEM), and is a Fellow of the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (FASGE).

Dr (Prof) Christopher Khor, MBBS FRCP FAMS

Dr Khor is a prominent figure in gastroenterology, holding such positions as Senior Consultant at Singapore General Hospital (SGH) and Clinical Associate Professor at Duke-NUS Medical School (Singapore). With leadership roles at SGH, he is recognized for his expertise in therapeutic gastrointestinal endoscopy, colonoscopy and endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD). Besides being a Fellow of the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (FASGE), Dr Khor is also actively involved in other professional societies, serving as President of the GI-Taskforce Asia Pacific and previously as President of the Gastroenterological Society of Singapore, contributing significantly to the field’s advancement both locally and internationally.

“We are thrilled to welcome such esteemed experts to our inaugural International Clinical Advisory Board,” said Dr Kevin Koh, Vivo Surgical’s Founder & CEO. “Their collective knowledge and insights will be invaluable as we develop our ground-breaking ERES™ endoscopic robot, which will elevate the capabilities of all existing endoscope systems as well as augment the surgical skills of endoscopists. Our aim is to effectively democratise the practice of advanced endoscopic resections, especially in the gastrointestinal space, bringing the benefits and superior clinical outcomes of such procedures to many more patients in the future.”

For more information about Vivo Surgical and its International Clinical Advisory Board, please visit our website at www.vivo-surgical.com or email us at media@vivo-surgical.com.

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