Infusing the Crowd into the Venture Industry Nobody Studios Brings Innovation to Company Creation

NY Weekly Staff on December 28, 2022

Throughout history, companies have shaped our world and how we operate within it. Every once in a while, there comes a time when a burgeoning enterprise makes a massive impact on our society and changes it forever. Building these ventures is a milestone all on its own, but bringing the power to the people themselves is an entirely different beast all on its own. Nobody Studios endeavors to make its vision of a crowd-infused company creation ecosystem a reality, with the bold promise of creating 100 high-quality companies over the next five years.

This ambitious goal might seem like a pipe dream to some, but Nobody Studios is a venture studio unlike any other. Built with a talented team of individuals, a robust business model, and an unfettered drive to succeed, if there’s anyone that can do it, it’s going to be Nobody. As a premier venture studio, the high-velocity company creation machine has attracted the world’s most prominent investors, such as former executives of Mohegan Sun, American Airlines, Volkswagen, Coca-Cola, Facebook, six bestselling authors, and other successful entrepreneurs with over $9 billion in exits. 

Bringing the power back into the hands of the people, Nobody Studios opens its doors for investment for people from all walks of life. Championing inclusivity and diversity at the highest level, this approach marks the first time in history that people can invest no matter their credit score, income level, or family history; anyone can own a piece of the next great company. 

The Nobody Studios venture studio model only requires as little as a $100 investment, allowing investors to claim their stake in every company that Nobody creates. “Through our innovation management system, you can even bring your ideas to the table, and we’ll build your next company side by side with you,” shared a company representative. “We believe the next great idea is not coming out of some stuffy old executive VC office; it’s probably come from a 12-year-old girl in India playing Minecraft on her couch right now,” they added.

Sourcing diverse ideas from every corner of the globe, Nobody Studios is elevating the venture studio industry through democratization. Breathing new life into the archaic venture capital system, Nobody Studios takes all the good aspects of the old VC model and seamlessly blends it with crowdfunding principles. Filling the gaps of accelerators, incubators, and venture capital all at once, Nobody Studios is innovating the world of startups in more ways than one. 

Putting a massive focus on the company’s global influence, Nobody Studios is headquartered in Los Angeles, with teams all across New York, London, Tel Aviv, and Manila. “Being a venture studio offers us a unique set of superpowers that traditional venture vehicles are unable to provide, plus others we have created by leveraging our Crowd Infused™ Nobodies for better results,” said Nobody Studios CEO/Chief Nobody, Mark S. McNally.

Currently, Nobody Studios has 14 startups in development that any crowdfunder could potentially own. Chief of these companies are prime startups such as ThoughtForma, an intelligent no-code platform that empowers entrepreneurs to bring their ideas to market in minutes, Ovationz, a virtual event and talent marketplace led by Ray Leonard, Jr., which helps speakers get booked for virtual engagements for as little as 15 minutes, in moments, Webdelics, described as the “WebMD of Psychedelics,” this education site is guiding the world through the future of alternative plant-based medicines for mental health, addiction, anxiety, depression, and PTSD, and Parentipity, a parent creator community with contributors being paid for the content they share—including tips and tricks on how to care for their children. 

Ultimately, Nobody Studios is causing a massive paradigm shift in the world of venture studios. In the company’s infancy, it has already earned prestigious accolades, such as being part of the list in ninetwothree’s Top 10 Venture Studios for 2023. With a massive goal for the coming years, Nobody Studios is pulling out all the stops to bring innovation to the age-old venture industry.

“We truly believe we’re doing something right that has never been done before,” said McNally. “If we stay humble, ideate radically, and execute intensely, we’re positive this will be the kind of adVenture you’ll tell your grandkids about.”

Learn more about how to join Nobody Studios in their journey to 100 companies here: 

https://republic.com/nobody-studios

ASPF Solutions is Becoming the Nation’s Trusted Branding Solution to Become Permanent in Your Market

NY Weekly Staff on December 28, 2022

If you’ve been searching for a new firm to help build your company brand, we have the answer to your prayers. ASPF Solutions is a New York City-based branding powerhouse that has serviced over 130 brands in just 2.5 years in business. Whether your brand just needs a few tweaks or if you are starting from the bottom, they are ready and waiting to help you become a permanent household name in your market.

ASPF Solutions has one main goal when working with its clients: making sure that your company moves to the top of people’s minds when they are thinking of whatever market you’re in. By taking on the task of creating your brand’s organic content, perfecting your SEO, and even managing your company’s marketing, ASPF Solutions can catapult you to success.

So, how has ASPF Solutions made a name for themselves so quickly? They’ve worked hard and helped take over a hundred businesses to new levels, which means that they have made themselves known by word of mouth from happy clients as the “best branding company” and “best digital marketing company” in the market. They’ve achieved an A+ rating with the BBB, as well as won several awards from sources such as Expertise.com and UpCity for their work!

ASPF Solutions has even overcome its own challenges starting out. They started as a simple consulting firm but soon realized that they wanted to become a “done for you” type of service, to make the most difference for their clients. This definitely took time and work to accomplish but look where they are now! They also had an incident in which the founder’s IG was hacked and taken down for 3 months, which pushed the company to take this as a life lesson for social media and rebuild their following better and stronger than ever. If they can do this for themselves, imagine just how far they’ll go for your brand!

As far as their favorite bit of advice that they give to their clients, ASPF Solutions works to remind brands that the goal is to stay in business for as long as they can. Branding is a fluid and evolving thing, so recognizing when it’s time to ask for help is one of the keys to success.

With a plethora of client reviews on their website that highlight the quality of work that ASPF Solutions provides, as well as a full portfolio for potential clients to peruse, you can feel confident in your choice to put your brand in these talented hands. Check them out on IG to see more of what they’re all about: @aspfsolutions. Get your brand into shape today!

Fiyyaz Pirani on Running a Business in a High-Rate Environment

NY Weekly Staff on December 28, 2022

In an interview with Fiyyaz Pirani, the prominent trader and entrepreneur discussed the challenges and opportunities of running a business in a high interest rate environment.

With over a decade of experience trading and investing and the founder of two successful tech companies, Pirani has a unique perspective on the impact of interest rates on business. Currently managing over a hundred full-time employees across his ventures, Pirani shared his insights on navigating the markets and managing risk in a volatile economic climate.

In a recent interview, Pirani discussed the challenges and opportunities of running a business in a high interest rate environment. When asked about the impact of rising interest rates on businesses, Pirani acknowledged that it can be more expensive for companies to borrow money, which can impact their ability to fund operations and growth. However, he also emphasized that high interest rates can present opportunities for those who are able to identify and take advantage of them.

“In a high interest rate environment, it’s important to be strategic about where you allocate your resources and to be mindful of the potential risks and rewards of any investment,” Pirani said. “While there may be more challenges to overcome, there are also opportunities to be found for those who are able to adapt and find creative solutions.”

“It’s crucial to keep your debt levels low and your cash reserves high,” Pirani said. “Not only does this help to protect against potential setbacks, it also gives you the flexibility to seize opportunities as they arise.”

Pirani also emphasized the importance of being proactive in managing risk and staying informed about market conditions. “As a business owner, it’s essential to stay up-to-date on economic trends and to be proactive in managing risk,” he said. “Whether through diversification, hedging, or other strategies, it’s important to have a plan in place to protect your business against potential setbacks.”

Overall, Pirani emphasized the importance of being adaptable and proactive in running a business in a high interest rate environment. By staying informed, managing risk, and seeking out opportunities, business owners can navigate the challenges and succeed in today’s economic climate.

Sharpening Manicure Tools 

NY Weekly Staff on December 28, 2022

Choosing and purchasing a piece of manicure equipment for home usage is the first step toward achieving a beautiful one. After all, any equipment, primarily a manicure tool, requires continual maintenance and attention to operating guidelines. For example, nail scissors, nippers, and pushers must be sharpened regularly to avoid harm to the nail plate and, as well as the appearance of burrs, wounds, and irritation on the skin. Sharpening professionals that utilize machinery to sharpen the blades are typically used by professional manicure and pedicure specialists. However, you may sharpen the tool at home without needing additional equipment. How accurate is this strategy?

What Can Professional Manicure Tools Be Sharpened?

Manicure tool sharpening is classified into two types: factory and manual. The factory is where the majority of instruments are sold. It keeps the blades sharp for around 10-15 usage, after which they begin to dull. It is impossible to operate with a tool that has a blunt working surface since there is an excellent chance of developing burrs, wounds, or ripped skin edges.

Manual sharpening is more dependable and of excellent quality. However, it takes a certain level of talent. How do you use nail nipper sharpeners at home? We can certainly state that this work will be impossible without expert equipment. Of course, you may sharpen the blades without using a machine outside the workplace, but this will only help a few times before the instrument becomes dull again.

Sharpening Nail Clippers and Other Tools

How do you properly and effectively sharpen nail scissors, tweezers, and other tools? Craftspeople utilize either laser or mechanical machines. Although laser technology enables more exact sharpening, the metal is sharpened and thinned faster during this procedure. Mechanical machines are outfitted with a diamond-abrasive grinding wheel that allows you to sharpen the blades while revolving. Sharpening equipment is required for sharpening manicure instruments at home. You will require the following:

  • Whetstone (or rasp)
  • Sandpaper
  • Substance for evaluating sharpening level

Larger sections of the blades are sharpened following the manufacturer sharpening angles using a sharpening bar or rasp. The blades are honed with sandpaper after this harsh treatment. It is simple to connect to any foundation (for example, the handle of a spoon or fork). Of course, no one can guarantee success with self-improvement and a lack of abilities. It is preferable to hire pros if you utilize pricey professional tools.

How to Check the Sharpness of a Manicure Tool?

How thoroughly are the scissors or nail clippers sharpened? Simple checks might assist you in establishing the quality of your blade sharpness results. Choose from the following materials:

  • Polyethylene Film
  • Stretch Film
  • Non-Woven Fabric (Wet and Dry)
  • Latex, Vinyl, Or Nitrile Gloves

How Do You Inspect the Sharpening?

Fix the polyethylene so that the film’s edge is straight. Cut by closing the scissors handles. The polyethylene will not be pulled or torn by good blades. The most critical is to inspect the stretch film. Cut it into the shape of a plastic bag. Scissors should not be used to stretch or cut the film unevenly. The cut line will be uneven if you cut the napkin using a dulled instrument. This test clearly shows the presence of burrs on the metal.

Stretch the product between your fingers and attach the instrument’s handles for a glove test. Scissors frequently cut nicely at the base but not well at the ends. Checking the glove will reveal whether there is an issue with sharpening the scissor points. After shutting, there should be no gaps between the blades. When evaluating a tool with only one cutting plane (pusher, knife), the cutting action across the tested material is sufficient. A well-sharpened blade will provide a lovely, even cut with little resistance.

How Rayobyte is Bringing Consumer Data Awareness to the Forefront

NY Weekly Staff on December 28, 2022

Today’s rapidly-evolving tech world is all about data. The internet is swarming with data of all kinds, and knowing what data is valuable and how to gather and utilize data ethically can be challenging. 

The concept of web scraping — data extraction from websites — has been around for some time. However, not all approaches to data extraction are legitimate, easy to use, or even safe for customer use. 

In the world of web scraping, the use of proxies is standard. Proxies or proxy servers provide an intermediary between a client and a server, effectively disguising a client’s IP address for better web scraping. Proxies can provide clients access to blocked content, such as geographic limitations on data access from certain foreign websites. Proxies can also help clients avoid being blocked by websites since numerous attempts at connections from a single IP are often identified as non-human. 

Rayobyte CEO Neil Emeigh has a long history of proxy use and run-ins with sketchy providers who offered little more than poor runtimes and lackluster customer service, and knew that he could provide something better. Beginning as a blazing-fast proxy provider for SEO purposes nearly a decade ago, Neil has built his business into something that offers far more than services for SEO.

“In July of 2022, we officially rebranded as ‘Rayobyte’ from ‘Blazing SEO’ — a name that means ‘the largest finite amount of bytes possible.’ This name better reflects our promise to customers today: no matter how much data you’re looking for, how much bandwidth you require, or how many IPs you need,” Neil explained to The Webscraping Club. 

Proxies for multiple use cases 

According to surveys, proxy traffic increased by an estimated 60 to 70% across various use cases. Rayobyte aims to make it easy to buy the best private proxies on the market, regardless of the client’s need or budget. 

On the starter end, Rayobyte offers semi-dedicated data center proxies for affordable scraping with static IP addresses on non-major sites. These proxies can be shared between three separate users at a time and are incredibly fast. On the high end, Rayobyte offers high-powered, residential proxies — all of which are volunteered by their users — that take care of any management needs or hurdles standing in the way of web scrapers. 

“A lot of providers specialize in one type of proxy,” Neil says. Rayobyte has been lauded as having the best data center proxies in the industry. “You could be the best mobile proxy provider, the best residential proxy provider, or the best rotating ISP proxy provider — the trick is to hone in on one thing and become the best at it.”

Today, Rayobyte offers residential proxies, mobile proxies, data center IPs, ISP proxies, and rotating ISP proxies, covering any possible proxy need a client may have. 

“It’s all about how reliably you can provide results for your customers,” says Neil. “We go above and beyond to set our customers up with what we know are the best mix of proxies for their use case because ultimately we’re the experts.” 

While Neil is well aware that many businesses spread their proxy choices across several providers, he hopes Rayobyte can solidify itself as a solo proxy solution for companies. Being the go-to provider for companies’ proxy needs helps companies reduce overhead, build relationships, and cut overall costs. 

Ethical scraping 

Ethics and data acquisition may seem like strange bedfellows. But Rayobyte has dedicated itself to merging the two concepts, ushering in a new era of web scraping. 

“Ethical usage means understanding what people are using your proxies for. When most people think of proxies, they think about hacking, someone sneaking into your network to steal private data,” explains Neil. “What they don’t think about is that Google makes all their business from scraping web pages. Pretty much every e-commerce company is using scraping research.”  

Many businesses and sites people use daily are built through data scraping. When ethically approached, scraping is simply akin to digital research. When building a business, researching the competition is part of a sound business plan. Companies should look at scraping as competition research on a large scale, using a bot to do the leg work. 

For Neil and his team, promoting ethical scraping and proxies is all a matter of education. “It all starts by not letting your users do sketchy stuff. Putting in the automated and manual checking systems will ensure nobody can access private data using your proxies.”

Rayobyte doesn’t attempt to obtain residential IPs through the underhanded means other less-ethical proxy providers may resort to. “Everyone in our residential proxy pool knows that their IP address is being used as a proxy and gets reminded of that every month. They can opt-out at any time, and we only use their IPs if their devices are connected to WiFi, plugged in, and not in use,” says Neil. “Plus, we pay them for it through our Cash Raven app. It’s a much more ethical approach — no one’s being fooled, and no one’s giving anything away for free.”

The proxy market is growing by leaps and bounds. Data influences all industries, and the wealth of data to be found on websites can be helpful in a myriad of ways, from influencing future changes in technology to sociological research. 

Rayobyte is disrupting the proxy market by being transparent with its clients regarding data collection habits, use of data, where it is being collected from, and how much it is being collected. Ethical proxies are the wave of the future of the internet, and Rayobyte intends to lead the way into this new age of data collection. 

McGroarty & Co. Shares the Importance of an Executive Coach

NY Weekly Staff on December 28, 2022

The start of a new year is a time for setting new goals. It is also for many people a time for realizing how little progress has been made on last year’s goals. Setting goals is easy. Achieving them is something else.

Business executives know better than most how challenging it can be to accomplish new goals. They face a daily routine that is often focused on maintaining current operations and addressing unexpected challenges that arise. Goals focused on developing new skills, earning new certifications, or shifting into a new career path regularly get relegated to the bottom of the to-do list.

“For many executives, it is challenging to simply find the time to identify valuable goals,” says Alexandra McGroarty, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of McGroarty and Company. “Moving beyond identifying to strategically pursuing and actually accomplishing goals is something that often requires extra help. Executive coaches are specially trained to provide that type of assistance.”

Alexandra is a Human Resources consultant and Certified Professional Coach. She was recently named the winner in the Executive Coach category of Ragan’s Top Women in Wellness and HR Awards for 2022. She founded McGroarty and Company to provide customized and tailored solutions for a wide range of HR challenges, including issues related to talent acquisition, brand revitalization, employee lifecycle, and organizational change management.

“Executive coaching helps executives to get unstuck in the area of setting and achieving goals,” Alexandra explains. “By providing guidance, insight, and encouragement, coaches help executives to explore options, plan actions, and create a future that they can get excited about pursuing.”

The role of the executive coach

Coaches provide business executives with a unique opportunity for growth. Unlike counselors, who often focus on how past experiences may be limiting performance, coaches keep their clients focused on the future. They work with executives to identify a preferred future, then assist in mapping out the steps necessary to get there. The person being coached directs the process, with the coach providing inspiration and encouragement that is tailored for the client’s particular journey.

“One of the beauties of executive coaching is that it is not a one-size-fits-all approach to professional development like you might find in consulting or training,” Alexandra shares. “It is based on a relationship of trust in which a coach works with an executive to discover where they are, where they want to go, and the best way to get there. The coach’s expertise allows him or her to create a safe, structured process that pushes the executive toward maximizing their personal and professional potential.”

Most coaches employ a step-by-step process that starts with exploring and exposing the reality of the executive’s current situation. This is where the relationship starts. Coaches ask questions designed to reveal aspirations and apprehensions. They push back against assumptions that may be hampering growth. They provide a fresh perspective.

The next step is setting goals and exploring options for reaching those goals. This is an area where executive coaches can be especially helpful, as they can leverage their experience to present a wider range of possibilities than the executive may know to exist.

“As a professional executive coach, I have a wealth of case studies to draw upon provided by my previous clients,” Alexandra explains. “These help my current client to see the wide range of possibilities and how a certain strategy could help them to achieve their goals.”

The final step is coaching typically involves selecting a path and embarking on the journey. At this point, coaches help to set a healthy pace for pursuing goals. Ideally, achieving a goal will require effort, but not be so challenging that the executive becomes discouraged and unmotivated.

The impact of executive coaching

For the executive, working with a coach can be life changing. Whether the goals involve broadening a skill set, developing an expertise, or achieving the qualifications that allow for a new position, achieving them plays a significant role in furthering a career. In many ways, executive coaching provides the fuel needed to take a career to the next level.

Executive coaching can also have a corporate impact, as the executive, once achieving his goals, brings new capabilities to his or her company. One example is the ability to share the power and process of effective goal setting. In addition, many leaders who experience effective executive coaching bring a new level of confidence, as well as competence, to the role that they play in their organization.

As corporations come to understand the value of executive coaching, they acquire a tool for guiding their leadership toward new levels of awareness and capability. For example, workplace diversity is an increasingly important topic that is challenging to understand, implement, and manage. Because executive coaches often have a deep understanding of HR issues, they can help to coach executives on difficult issues like diversity, equity, and inclusion.

“Executives in today’s workplace must be able to foster an environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion,” Alexandra says. “Not only do current employees want to see more DEI initiatives, but prospective hires are looking for positions at companies where DEI is valued. Executive coaches are perfect partners for executives whose goals include growing in their understanding of DEI.”

Alexandra holds a Certified Diversity Professional certification issued by the National Diversity Council. Her book, “Bridging the Gap: Reducing Gender Bias in the Workplace,” lays a path for a deeper understanding of DEI issues by presenting an overview of gender bias in the workplace. Executives will find the book to be a helpful guide on the current state of gender bias, including insights on how the Covid-19 pandemic affected the way women are seen in the workplace.

A Heart for Service and Out for Justice: Meet Attorney Michel R. Huff

NY Weekly Staff on December 28, 2022

“I want each and every person who experiences our law firm to be left better than they were when we found them,” said attorney Michel Huff, founder of Huff Legal and social justice advocate, who goes by the name “Huff.” “That’s my philosophy on life.”

While his law firm provides clients with excellent legal representation, Huff isn’t motivated by billable hours.

“I have a bone for justice and a heart for helping people. I’ve always been wired that way,” he said. “The only thing that actually makes me go is the good feeling I get when somebody says thanks.”

Repeatedly meeting adversity and being forced to overcome it could have made Huff bitter. Instead, it inspired him to give back and make the world a better place.

An extraordinary career

Huff knew he wanted to be a lawyer since he was seven years old. Affording law school, however, was another matter. To raise the necessary funds, he served as a police officer and patrol supervisor in Houston, Texas, from 1997 until 2004.

“I took the scenic route,” he joked.

But his time in law enforcement was no pleasure drive. “I was a lesbian of color who was closeted at the time because of fear of retaliation,” he explained.

When asked which pronouns should be used for this time in his life, Huff explained, “I didn’t transition until I was 40. I owe everything I’m enjoying now to her. She did it. She went to law school. She graduated at the top of her class. She was the first black female deputy in the history of Precinct Four. She did all of those things. And then at 40 ‘he’ started doing stuff.”

As a biracial lesbian police officer, she faced multiple forms of discrimination. “A certain lieutenant who will remain nameless regularly called me a fat [racial expletive] to my subordinates,” Huff said. “The captain at Precinct Four told me I’d never make it to be an attorney. He told me I should adjust my goals to something a little bit more realistic.”

This prejudice failed to deter the young Huff from achieving her goals. “I went to school every day in my bulletproof vest and gun belt because there wasn’t enough time to change between work and school,” he said.

Upon graduating from the police academy, Huff was assigned to patrol one of the most dangerous neighborhoods in the country. “I was one of two female deputies ever assigned to South Central,” he said. 

As a policewoman, Huff’s approach focused on building relationships in the community. “In addition to working within the community, I also really try to speak to every single person’s higher self,” he said. “When you meet people with a degree of respect and extend expectation for the greater good, they often rise to that occasion. That was my experience out on the street. I can’t tell you how many times a citizen showed up and helped me. Sometimes even someone with an open warrant jumped in to make sure that I was safe.

“For example, I had a guy whose arms were so big that he needed two sets of handcuffs. He could have made my nose be where my ear is if he wanted. But three gang members who knew me said, ‘You’re gonna turn around and let her put those cuffs on you, and we’re not going to have a problem out here.’ The same guys that I might have to chase or arrest had my back. They were my backup.”

In the course of this service, policewoman Huff earned two life-saving achievement awards. In one case, she saved a 13-year-old boy from suicide. In the other, she rescued a teenager from a small, makeshift craft during Tropical Storm Allison. She pulled him to safety while suspended over the raging waters as a deputy held her by the gun belt over the water.

Giving former felons a second chance

In addition to his legal career, Huff currently serves as Deputy Executive Director for 1 More Chance, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Wyoming. Founded by Robert J. Phillips, the charity provides education and training to former felons to help them reintegrate into society. 

Huff described his involvement as “a great opportunity to finish the cycle that is in the criminal justice system.”

To combat recidivism, Huff explained, it’s important to understand why felons committed their crimes in the first place.

“A lot of it is that they just don’t know any better,” he said. “People assume everyone’s getting the same training at home on things like nutrition, getting a job, etc. But the information that’s being disseminated is vastly different on the different sides of the track. We provide the education and training these former felons never received at the outset.”

Huff describes the positive impact of successful rehabilitation as having a “snowball effect like compound interest,” due to participants “paying it forward” and helping others in their communities.

Legal Lifeline

If that wasn’t enough, Huff has created an app called Legal Lifeline that would connect citizens with real-time legal support.

“It potentially could have helped George Floyd,” he said. “Had George Floyd been able to push a button on his phone to bring up Legal Lifeline, a real-live attorney like me – a civil rights or criminal defense lawyer – would have appeared and told Derek Chauvin that he was going to get 30-plus years in a federal prison if he didn’t remove his knee from George Floyd’s neck.”

Taking up the role of the lawyer speaking to Chauvin, Huff continued: “‘It’s excessive force and murder, and you will stop it right now. I’m a third-party learned intermediary and officer of the court, and you will not do this to that man.’

“Sometimes you just need to hear that voice of reason to stop being stuck on stupid, and Derek Chauvin was stuck on stupid that day,” he explained.

In addition to high-stakes interventions like these, Legal Lifeline could help connect people who have been in car accidents with personal-injury counsel. People could also use it to report needing help. Huff is currently seeking funding to make this app a reality.

Helping others be awesome

Looking back on a life spent facing discrimination, Huff says the biggest adversity he has overcome was “learning how to stop reducing my shine for people that didn’t want me to run faster than them.”

“I’m too old now to let anybody stop me,” Huff said. “I want to know my full potential. I don’t think I’ve scratched the surface, but I feel empowered to do it now.”

True to form, however, he views this effort as a collaboration.

“I want to sit at the dinner table with everybody who wants to talk about how to be more awesome for humanity and figure out how I can be a part of helping them do it,” he said. “That’s what I want to do with the rest of my life.”

Achievement in Biomedical Engineering Automatic 3D Brain Tumor Segmentation using Deep Learning

NY Weekly Staff on December 28, 2022

Sandeep Trivedi is a Senior SAP Analytics Consultant at Deloitte LLP in Houston, Texas, United States. He received his Bachelor’s degree in Electronic & Communication Engineering from Rajiv Gandhi Proudyogiki Vishwavidyalaya, Bhopal, India, in 2005. He is SAP certified and specializes in SAP Analytics Reporting using machine learning algorithms. He is not only an SAP Analytics Consultant but also a visionary, researcher, and technical committee member of various prestigious international conferences. 

He participated in and led multiple SAP technology-related projects in India, Qatar, UAE, Malaysia, Singapore, and the United States. He contributes to engaging students in STEM conversation at NASA and supports TESI staff in this regard. He is a Senior Member of IEEE, U.S., Region 5, and the American SAP User Group (ASUG). Prestigious IEEE conferences, including ICCCIS-2022, IEEE UEMCON 2022, and IEEE ICSCA 2022, invite Sandeep Trivedi as a technical reviewer because of his expertise in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning. IEEE Recently featured Sandeep’s article on its official website. 

3D structures instead of 2D images reveal more information about brain tumors. Physicians find it more beneficial to diagnose the brain tumor from the 3D structures. However, segmenting the tumors from Computer Tomography (CT) images and reconstructing the 3D shape is complicated and sensitive. As a matter of fact, anything related to healthcare is sensitive. 

A slight mistake in 3D brain tumor segmentation and reconstruction may lead to improper diagnosis causing severe health and emotional damage to the patients. Sandeep Trivedi has developed an innovative 3D brain tumor segmentation method that will be a breakthrough in biomedical engineering. 

The process uses a Nested Deep Neural Network architecture. Its purpose is to automate the brain tumor diagnosis process. This innovative technology will be integrated with modern CT scanners to assist radiologists. Brain tumors are sensitive. The more information the physicians get about the tumor, the more effective treatment they can provide. 

A surgical procedure is mandatory to remove the tumor if not curable through medicine. Imagine how helpful it would be for brain surgeons to have the brain tumor 3D printed before they start the surgical procedure. It would give the surgeons a crystal-clear idea of what they are going to surgery to improve the success rate. Sandeep Trivedi

Sandeep Trivedi

Brain surgery is critical, and complications may arise anytime during the surgery. The 3D-printed tumor would help the surgeons assess possible challenges and take proper precautions before they start the surgery. From this vision, Sandeep Trivedi developed the segmentation method, which has been published in the 13th IEEE Annual Ubiquitous Computing, Electronics, and Mobile Communication Conference (UEMCON 2022). The system segments brain tumors in 3D with 90.2%, 85.11%, and 85.41% dice scores for whole tumor, core tumor, and enhancing tumor, respectively. 

Sandeep envisions integrating his innovation with the CT scanner along with a 3D printing module to 3D print the tumor after scanning. It sounds futuristic. There are many challenges associated with it. It requires more research and experiments. Sandeep Trivedi believes he can turn this futuristic idea into a realistic solution. 

 

Ian Wendt’s Official Patriot Gear®: A Symbol of Unity and Support for Small Businesses

NY Weekly Staff on December 28, 2022

As the summer heat rises, it’s hard to miss the sea of red, white, and blue that seems to cover every store in sight. But for Ian Wendt, the founder of Official Patriot Gear®, every day celebrates American unity. Ian grew up in Middletown, NY, where he spent his entire life until he left for college at the age of 18. His passion for highlighting the connections that bind Americans together is stronger now than ever, as the country faces unprecedented division.

In late 2020, Ian saw an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of small businesses struggling to stay afloat amid the COVID-19 pandemic. He turned to his large social media following and asked for help supporting these businesses, hoping to assist a few. But his followers exceeded his expectations, coming together to raise tens of thousands of dollars in just a few hours, without asking about the beneficiaries’ political affiliations, religious beliefs, or backgrounds.

This display of unity and kindness inspired Ian, and he wanted to give the members of his virtual community a way to show their support for small businesses and their love for their country. The patriot tee was born, representing the values of patriotism: love for one’s country, a desire for its people to be free and thrive, and a willingness to defend their freedoms. These values were exemplified by the acts of kindness shown by Ian’s followers, and the patriot tee became a symbol of their commitment to unity.

The patriot tee was just the beginning for Ian and his brand, which has reached over 50 countries and has hundreds of products, including t-shirts, hats, and accessories. The brand has also developed an ambassador program with several hundred people representing its message of unity. Based in Idaho, Official Patriot Gear® continues to grow and values its partnerships with other small American businesses. Later this year, the company will open its flagship store to the public, showcasing the strength and resilience of the American dream. So the next time you see a sea of red, white, and blue, remember Ian Wendt and the message of unity and patriotism that he is spreading through Official Patriot Gear®.

Binge-Watch & Chill: Top 10 TV Series Recommendations

NY Weekly Staff on December 28, 2022

As we socially distance ourselves in the comforts of our own homes, it’s a no-brainer to pass the quarantining time binge-watching our favorite shows or diving into a new series. For those of you who are looking for some must-see recommendations, this list is for you!

1. “Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” (Amazon)

It’s the late 1950s and Miriam “Midge” Maisel has everything she has ever wanted — the perfect husband, two kids and an elegant apartment on New York’s Upper West Side. Her seemingly idyllic life takes a surprising turn when she discovers a hidden talent she didn’t previously know she had — stand-up comedy. This revelation changes her life forever as she begins a journey that takes her from her comfortable life on the Upper West Side through the cafes and nightclubs of Greenwich Village as she makes her way through the city’s comedy industry on a path that could ultimately lead her to a spot on the “Tonight Show” couch. The series was created by Amy Sherman-Palladino (“Gilmore Girls”).

 

 

2. “I’m Sorry” (Netflix)

Andrea Savage is brilliant in this throwaway comedy series about a comedy writer, wife, and mom who attempts to forge a normal life despite her neuroses and odd job requirements. Kathy Baker and Tom Everett Scott also star, and some funny names, including Jason Mantzoukas, pop up occasionally, but the real star is Savage. She’s witty and sharp and crass and perfectly fine with all of it. There aren’t any huge, climactic plot point per episode — the show deals mostly with weird neighbors and common parenting mistakes and relationship humor — but it doesn’t need any of that to make us laugh. It just needs Andrea Savage.

 

 

3. “Half Past Jump Time”  (YouTube)

This electrifying series is part sci-fi visual spectacle and part feel-good adventure story about hope, family and opportunity. The story follows the lives of a Harlem Renaissance era time-traveler and her distant relative (niece) who lives in contemporary New York as a hip-hop dancer/entrepreneur. Through the use of an ancestral ring, the traveler Harriet, uses a portal to finally visit and ultimately convince her niece and her friends to save her failing 1920s nightclub. Hip-hop and jazz music create a magnetic balance of two time periods intertwined with an inspiring theme of personal determination that leaves every viewer wanting to stream more episodes. The series was created by Terrence Patterson.

 

 

4. “Welcome to a New Level of Appreciating Yourself” (YouTube)

Abraham Hicks gives deep detail on how new environment gives a new perspectives. New perspective cause new desires. So as new desires happen within you  your asking changes because of it. As a result you will feel the momentum of your experience picking up ans will see manifestations begin to pick up around you. As you are looking forward, you will find a new level of appreciation of yourself. you will discover a way to strike  balance between who are in your physical body and who you  are in the non physical energy because you are both.

 

 

 

5. “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” (Hulu)

Depraved underachieving might look easy, but for the egocentric Mac, Charlie, Dennis, Frank and Dee, it’s an art form. “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” follows “The Gang,” the owners of the unsuccessful Paddy’s Pub; a group of degenerates who loves nothing more than to scheme, conspire, and mostly revel in each other’s misery. Whether gaming the welfare system, exploiting dumpster babies, pretending to be crippled, impersonating officers, or faking funerals, The Gang never stoops too low in the name of making a buck.

 

 

6. “The Good Witch” (Netflix, YouTube)

Catherine Bell reprises her role of Cassie Nightingale in this series based on `The Good Witch’ franchise of made-for-TV movies. Nightingale, the titular sorceress, embarks on a magical journey with teenage daughter Grace, who shares her mother’s intuitive charm. When divorced Dr. Sam Radford and his teenage son move next door, they are quickly drawn to the Nightingales’ unique prowess. Sam realizes that Cassie’s signature charm is more than just a magic touch, ensuring the quaint town of Middleton is in for big surprises.

 

 

7. “Inner Worlds, Outer Worlds” (YouTube)

There is one vibratory field that connects all things. It has been called Akasha, Logos, the primordial OM, the music of the spheres, the Higgs field, dark energy, and a thousand other names throughout history.

 

8. “Kindness Diaries” (Netflix)

Leon Logothetis travels the world with only a vintage motorbike and the kindness of strangers, which he pays back in unexpected, inspiring ways.

 

9. “The Morning Show” (Apple TV)

An inside look at the people who help Americans wake up each day, exploring the challenges faced by the people who work in morning television.

 

 

10. “Good Morning LALA Land” (AppleTV + ROKU)

This series is America’s first live-streaming daily talk show. (Monday-Friday 9 am PST). Wake up to good news, inspiration, and positivity.

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