Wednesday, February 26th, 2025
UNR Professor Perra’s AI-driven research uncovers how physician media choice shapes online patient experience
Online medical communities are transforming healthcare, and a new study in Decision Sciences, a leading research journal, explores how physicians’ choices of communication medium impacts patient experience. The research, conducted by Sandun Perera, associate professor of Business Analytics and Operations at the University of Nevada, Reno, along with researchers from Dalian University of Technology, the University of Michigan–Flint and Lingnan University, used AI-driven data mining methods to analyze over 131,000 online consultation records and more than 7.6 million messages exchanged between physicians and patients. Their findings reveal that the medium of communicationRead More
Nimish Purohit Reappointed as Chair of the Board at the International Gaming Standards Association
The International Gaming Standards Association (IGSA) has announced the election of its 2025 board of directors. The board continues to be chaired by Nimish Purohit, IGSA said in a release issued on Monday. He is vice-president of product resilience at casino supplier Aristocrat Technologies Inc. Mr Purohit was quoted as saying: “[IGSA’s] committees are working on developing standards and best practices in areas that are resonating with members and regulators alike.” He added: “The participation in our ethical AI, cyber resilience, and payments committees has been incredible, and their outputRead More
Luncheon with Clark County Commissioner April Becker
South Asian Political Network Alliance (SAPNA), in collaboration with the South Asian Bar Association (SABA-LV), invites you to its luncheon meeting with guest speaker Clark County Commissioner April Becker at 11:30 am at the newly opened ZAIKA Indian Bistro, 1955 E. Tropicana Ave. Las Vegas. [Close to India Market on Tropicana Ave.]. SAPNA luncheons provide a unique opportunity for our diverse community members to meet and converse directly with our elected officials, policymakers & shapers. Get involved and partake in thought-provoking discussions on issues impacting the growing, highly successful South Asian community and connect with otherRead More
Grand Opening – Celestar Fashions
Long-time Vegas residents John and Sara George are pleased to announce the grand opening of their Indian clothing boutique, Celestar Fashions, on Saturday, March 1st, 2025 at 1775 E. Tropicana Ave., Las Vegas, NV. The boutique promises to bring a touch of India’s vibrant culture and fashion to the heart of Las Vegas. With a wide range of traditional and modern Indian clothing, accessories, and costume jewelry, the store aims to cater to diverse tastes and preferences. “We’re thrilled to share our passion for Indian culture and fashion with theRead More