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NORMI and Leading Physicians Partner to Help Custom Home Builders Deliver Healthier Indoor Environments

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New Medical Advisory Board Backs Protocols to Prevent IAQ Complaints Among Allergy- and Sensitivity-Prone Buyers

 

Abita Springs, LA — The National Organization of Remediators and Microbial Inspectors (NORMI™) has launched a Medical Advisory Board to help custom and green homebuilders respond to one of today’s fastest-growing buyer concerns: indoor air quality (IAQ). The Board, chaired by Dr. Andrew Heyman, MD, a nationally recognized environmental health expert, brings clinical insight to construction protocols—ensuring homes are safe for individuals with allergies, asthma, chemical sensitivities, and mold-related illness.

This new initiative validates NORMI’s Level Four Protocol, a medically endorsed process designed to assess and remediate hidden environmental risks that can develop before a new home is even sold.

Why It Matters to Builders

Today’s high-performance homes are energy efficient, tightly sealed—and often prone to trapped contaminants like:

  • VOCs from adhesives, sealants, and cabinetry
  • Moisture buildup in tight wall cavities or mechanical systems
  • Off-gassing from finishes, insulation, and flooring
  • Mold risks from framing delays or improper HVAC startup

“Buyers walking into a brand-new home are getting itchy eyes, headaches, or shortness of breath—and they’re blaming the builder,”
— Doug Hoffman, Executive Director, NORMI™

NORMI’s enhanced protocol helps custom builders stay ahead of complaints, avoid remediation costs, and offer a differentiated product toward a cleaner, safer, and  healthier indoor environment—a growing competitive edge in luxury, wellness, and green building markets.  www.MoldFreeConstruction.com 

Backed by Leading Medical Professionals

The Medical Advisory Board features top experts in environmental medicine, pharmacy, and neuropsychiatry who understand how built environments impact human health:

  • Dr. Andrew Heyman, MD – Environmental Medicine Director, GWU
  • Jim LaValle, RPh – Clinical Pharmacist, Author, Metabolic Code
  • Ray Solano, RPh – Compounding Pharmacist, Functional Medicine Expert
  • Dr. Ross, MD – Director, Virginia Institute of Neuropsychiatry
  • Allison Remy, PA – Integrative Health Provider

Says Dr. Heyman:

“We’ve seen patients react negatively to homes that were built ‘to code.’ That’s not good enough anymore. NORMI is giving builders and inspectors a real, medically informed solution. Patients are being treated for mold-related illnesses while still exposed to the source. The Level Four Protocol finally gives remediation professionals a clear path forward. The NORMI™ Medical Advisory Board has reviewed the NORMI™ level 4 protocol and validates it as implemented by the NORMI™ trademarked NCRSI™ (Certified Remediation for Sensitized Individuals) professional, as medically sound remediation and offers a superior alternative to the industry standard which often fails the needs of sensitized patients.”

How Builders Can Use This Protocol

The Level Four Protocol, delivered through the NCRSI™ credential, can be applied at multiple points in the construction cycle:

  • During framing – to detect and mitigate mold from moisture events
  • Pre-close walkthroughs – to confirm IAQ safety for sensitive buyers
  • Warranty callbacks – to respond professionally to post-sale complaints
  • Marketing strategy – to promote your homes as “medically backed for IAQ safety”

Need a Certified Expert?

Builders can team up with NORMI-trained professionals who understand both the construction process and the medical stakes of indoor air quality. Find a certified specialist at:

www.NORMIPro.com
www.NORMIProManagement.com 

About NORMI™

The National Organization of Remediators and Microbial Inspectors (NORMI™) is a leading authority in mold, IAQ, and environmental remediation training. For over 20 years, NORMI™ has equipped contractors, inspectors, and builders with the tools to create healthier homes, from foundation to finish.

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Organization: NORMIPro Management, LLC

Contact Person: Doug Hoffman

Website: http://www.normipromgmt.com/

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Kazakhstan’s universities strengthen their leadership in the Times Higher Education global ranking

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Kazakhstan took first place among Central Asian and Caucasus countries in terms of the number of universities included in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026. Five Kazakh universities made the list, with Nazarbayev University entering the global top 500 for the first time.

According to the ranking, Nazarbayev University rose to positions 401–500, the best result ever achieved by a Kazakhstani university. The second most significant achievement was Al-Farabi Kazakh National University maintaining its position in the 1201–1500 range. Also featured in the ranking were L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, Satbayev University, and the Kazakh Research and Agrarian University.

Across Central Asia and the Caucasus, a record 17 universities from five countries entered the ranking, with Kazakhstan being the most represented.

For comparison, Uzbekistan had four universities on the list this year, including the Tashkent Institute of Irrigation and Agricultural Mechanization Engineers, which entered the top 600 for the first time. Azerbaijan doubled its presence to four universities, while Georgia was represented by three institutions.

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AgiBot Has Built an Open-Source Ecosystem Supporting Data Collection and Deployment Across Different Ontology Platforms

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China, 11th Oct 2025 – AgiBot officially announced on September 23 that its general embodied base model, GO-1 (Genie Operator-1), had also been open-sourced on GitHub, following the open-sourcing of the AgiBot World embodied intelligence million-real-robot dataset in January this year. It has become the world’s first general embodied intelligence model adopting the Vision-Language-Latent-Action (ViLLA) architecture to be freely available to developers worldwide, which will lower the technical barriers to embodied intelligence and accelerate industry development.

As a significant technological breakthrough in the field of embodied intelligence, the ViLLA architecture adopted by GO-1 successfully bridges the semantic gap between image-text input and robot action execution by introducing implicit action tokens. This architecture employs a three-tier collaborative design:

  • the VLM multimodal understanding layer, built on InternVL-2B, processes multimodal information such as multi-view visual images, force feedback signals, and language input, providing the system with superior scene perception and command understanding capabilities.
  • the Latent Planner accomplishes high-level understanding and planning of complex tasks by predicting implicit action tokens.
  • the Action Expert leverages a diffusion model to generate high-frequency, precise continuous action sequences, ensuring the robot performs delicate operations. Compared to traditional VLA architectures, ViLLA demonstrates improvements in action understanding and execution precision.

Furthermore, AgiBot has developed Genie Studio specifically for embodied intelligence scenarios, serving as a one-stop development platform that provides developers and partners with a full-stack solution. The platform offers comprehensive support throughout the entire process, from data collection and management to model training and fine-tuning, as well as simulation evaluation. The out-of-the-box GO-1 base model integrates a Video Training solution and a unified training framework, featuring a complete built-in development toolchain that enables one-click compilation and deployment on real robots, effectively enhancing development efficiency and accelerating the implementation and application of embodied intelligence technology.

In terms of community collaboration, although GO-1 was pre-trained only on data from the AgiBot G1 robot, it has undergone sufficient validation and testing on various platforms such as Agilex, ARX, and Franka Robotics, demonstrating excellent portability. In simulation environment tests, it has achieved leading performance on mainstream simulation platforms like Genie Sim and Libero. For real-robot deployment scenarios, to meet the diverse platform needs of users, the GO-1 model specifically integrates the universal LeRobot data format, ensuring that even non-Genie ontology robots are able to complete data collection, model fine-tuning, and deployment.

From now on, developers worldwide can access the AgiBot repository on GitHub to download the GO-1 model and embark on their embodied intelligence innovation journey. Whether seasoned AI researchers or industry newcomers, all will benefit from GO-1 for its robust technical support and limitless innovation possibilities

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Organization: Shanghai Zhiyuan Innovation Technology Co., Ltd.

Contact Person: Jocelyn Lee

Website: https://www.zhiyuan-robot.com

Email:
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Country:China

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DamaKnife Brings Handcrafted Damascus Steel Knives to the United States Market

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USA — October 9, 2025 — DamaKnife, a trusted global name in handcrafted Damascus steel knives, is making waves among chefs, hunters, collectors, and outdoor enthusiasts across the United States. Known for its exceptional craftsmanship, razor-sharp precision, and timeless artistry, DamaKnife offers a premium range of knives that blend ancient forging traditions with modern steel technology.

For those who value performance as much as beauty, DamaKnife provides a complete collection of hunting knives, pocket knives, skinning knives, kitchen sets, and swords — all meticulously hand-forged from true Damascus steel. Each knife showcases the distinctive wavy patterns that have made Damascus steel famous for centuries, along with superior edge retention and balance.

Craftsmanship Rooted in Tradition

DamaKnife is dedicated to preserving the ancient art of Damascus steel forging — a process that combines layers of high-carbon and low-carbon steels through precise heat treatment and hammering. This results in blades that are not only visually stunning but also incredibly durable and sharp. The company’s skilled artisans use a variety of handle materials such as wood, bone, buffalo horn, and stag antler, ensuring every knife is a unique work of art.

“Our mission is simple,” said Mirza Umair, founder of DamaKnife. “We want to bring the beauty and performance of true Damascus steel to knife lovers in the U.S. — whether they’re professional chefs, outdoor adventurers, or collectors. Every knife we create reflects our passion for craftsmanship and our respect for the centuries-old tradition of blade making.”

The Beauty and Power of Damascus Steel

Damascus steel has fascinated metalworkers and collectors for generations. Renowned for its mesmerizing patterns and legendary strength, the material was once used to forge the most powerful swords in history. Today, DamaKnife continues that legacy by creating modern Damascus steel that mirrors the qualities of the ancient metal — combining artistry, sharpness, and resilience.

Each knife sold through DamaKnife.com is hand-forged, polished, and assembled to meet the highest standards of performance. From elegant kitchen knife sets like the 7-piece Handcrafted Damascus Kitchen Knife Set with Bone Handle to field-ready tools like the 10.5” Damascus Hunting Knife with Sheath, DamaKnife’s products are made to excel in any environment.

Designed for the American Market

With growing interest in premium cutlery and collectible blades in the United States, DamaKnife has positioned itself as a top choice for consumers seeking both quality and value. The company offers fast and free shipping within the U.S and secure PayPal payment options, making it easier than ever for American customers to experience authentic Damascus steel craftsmanship.

Beyond its store offerings, DamaKnife provides valuable educational content for enthusiasts through its Blog. Articles such as “How is Damascus Steel Made?” and “Does Damascus Steel Rust?” guide readers on the history, care, and maintenance of these unique blades — helping them understand what makes Damascus steel truly special.

A Knife That Tells a Story

Owning a Damascus knife isn’t just about owning a cutting tool — it’s about owning a story. Each DamaKnife blade tells the tale of ancient artistry revived through modern mastery. The intricate layers of steel symbolize strength through unity, while the handcrafted handles reflect individuality and elegance. Whether displayed as part of a collector’s showcase or used daily in the kitchen or outdoors, every DamaKnife creation is a blend of utility and beauty.

About DamaKnife

DamaKnife is a premium manufacturer of hand-forged Damascus steel knives and swords. Combining traditional forging techniques with contemporary craftsmanship, the company offers a diverse range of products including hunting knives, pocket knives, kitchen knife sets, and custom-designed blades. Each knife is made from real Damascus steel and finished by hand to ensure superior sharpness, durability, and design.

To explore the full collection or learn more about Damascus steel craftsmanship, visit https://damaknife.com/ and the company’s informative Blog.

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Organization: DamaKnife

Contact Person: Mirza Umair

Website: https://damaknife.com/

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