Mon.Sep 02, 2024

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Asia: The epicenter of global trade shifts

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Four trends in geopolitics and global trade patterns suggest a leading role for Asia as globalization enters its next phase.

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Wearable heart monitors increase atrial fibrillation detection

Open Access Government - Technology News

In a groundbreaking study led by the Duke Clinical Research Institute, wearable long-term continuous heart monitors have shown promise in detecting atrial fibrillation (AFib) more effectively than traditional methods The research, presented at the European Society of Cardiology meeting and published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, revealed no clear reduction in hospitalisations due to stroke among participants.

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Propose a Topic for the ITAL "From the Field" Column

A Library Writer's Blog

Information Technology and Libraries (ITAL) , the quarterly open-access journal published by ALA’s Core: Leadership, Infrastructure, Futures division, is looking for contributions to its newly-established ”From the Field” column for the December 2024, March 2025, and June 2025 issues. This column will highlight a technology-based project, practice, or innovation from any library in the GLAM (Galleries, Libraries, Archives, Museums) community.