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The Pk-trisaccharide, linked to a solid carrier, is a potential agent for neutralization of shiga-like toxin in the gastrointestinal tract. Two approaches to the multigram-scale synthesis of ...a linkable Pk-trisaccharide derivative were therefore investigated. A four-step chemical synthesis yielded 8-methoxycarbonyloctyl β-lactoside in 75% yield from lactose. Further conversion of this derivative through either multistep organic synthesis or one-step enzymatic galactosylation with UDP-galactose and recombinant α-1,4-galactosyltransferase gave the Pk-trisaccharide derivative 8-methoxycarbonyloctyl α-
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A Standout Performance Gregson, Jonathan
Global Finance,
05/2024, Volume:
38, Issue:
5
Trade Publication Article
The bank extended its reach beyond the home market with its recent acquisition of Knab, which will expand BAWAG's footprint in Dutch banking for small and midsize enterprises (SMEs) and retail. ...Retail banking fee income increased through higher fees for payment packages and growth in assets under management (AUM). Michael Anseeuw, BNP PARIBAS Fortis Last year also saw a 14% increase in digital contacts via the bank's Easy Banking App and the Easy Go and Easy Guide modular packs launched to improve customer multichannel access. Today, it is the market leader for retail banking services in Luxembourg, with a 47.3% overall market share and a 51% share of the domestic mortgage market.
Tech Centric Gregson, Jonathan
Global Finance,
12/2023, Volume:
37, Issue:
11
Trade Publication Article
By Jonathan Gregson Market volatility and sharply higher interest rates had the biggest impact on European private banks' performance over the past year. Adverse market conditions drove assets under ...management (AUM) from their 2021 peak, although this was partly counterbalanced by a modest increase in net new money from clients. BEST PRIVATE BANK DIGITAL SOLUTIONS FOR CLIENTS BNP PARIBAS BNP Paribas' private banking unit has prioritized facilitating its customers' transition to higher-end services, and new technology precisely targeted at individual clients' needs is central to the effort.
Carbon radio recombination lines (RRLs) at low frequencies (<500 MHz) trace the cold, diffuse phase of the interstellar medium, which is otherwise difficult to observe. We present the detection of ...carbon RRLs in absorption in M82 with the Low Frequency Array in the frequency range of 48-64 MHz. This is the first extragalactic detection of RRLs from a species other than hydrogen, and below 1 GHz. Since the carbon RRLs are not detected individually, we cross-correlated the observed spectrum with a template spectrum of carbon RRLs to determine a radial velocity of 219 km s super(-1). Using this radial velocity, we stack 22 carbon-alpha transitions from quantum levels n = 468-508 to achieve an 8.5sigma detection. The absorption line profile exhibits a narrow feature with peak optical depth of 3 x 10 super(-3) and FWHM of 31 km s super(-1). Closer inspection suggests that the narrow feature is superimposed on a broad, shallow component. The total line profile appears to be correlated with the 21 cm H I line profile reconstructed from H I absorption in the direction of supernova remnants in the nucleus. The narrow width and centroid velocity of the feature suggests that it is associated with the nuclear starburst region. It is therefore likely that the carbon RRLs are associated with cold atomic gas in the direction of the nucleus of M82.
Profitability Prevails Gregson, Jonathan
Global Finance,
05/2023, Volume:
37, Issue:
5
Trade Publication Article
Chai r m an José Ignacio Goirigolzarri told shareholders .n March that âeuroœthe bank has considerable strengths, a well-defined strategy and a differential banking model,âeuro and, referring to the ...recent turmoil in global banking, pointed out that with its widespread deposit base, CaixaBank has a very different business model. âeuroœOur investments are extremely diversified because we serve all markets, from large corporations to households,âeuro he said. âeuroœOur ratios are extremely robust in terms of liquidity and solvency.âeuro The acquisition of former rival Bankia, he added, has been âeuroœthe largest integration ever undertaken in Spainâeuro™s banking sectorâeuro and reinforced CaixaBankâeuro™s leadership across most market segments. ...the return on tangible equity (ROTE) rose to 9.8% and the bank reinforced its liquidity and capital base. ...Sanpaolo s domestic Banca dei Territori division, which focuses on small and midsize enterprises (SMEs) and retail, raised net income by nearly half, to €471 million, thanks to higher margins and significantly lower operating costs and net provisions. Since he stepped down, Hamers has been replaced as group CEO by veteran UBS leader Sergio P. Ermotti, who now faces the monumental task of integrating the parts of Credit Suisse that can be rescued and forging a new bank that will be, on current asset values, the largest in Europe.
Navigating Rough Seas Gregson, Jonathan
Global Finance,
05/2023, Volume:
37, Issue:
5
Trade Publication Article
...few bankers expect 2023 to be another vintage year. - The algorithm incorporates criteria weighted for relative importance, including knowledge of local conditions and customers, financial ...strength and safety, strategic relationships, capital investment, and innovation in products and services. Once we have narrowed the field, our final criteria include the scope of global coverage, staff size, customer service, risk management, range of products and services, execution skills and intelligent use of technology.
A Joint Investment Gregson, Jonathan
Global Finance,
03/2023, Volume:
37, Issue:
3
Trade Publication Article
The government-led task force focused on health care, particularly the establishment of new diagnostic centers, and explored the potential for joint initiatives with Tanzanian government officials ...and local health care providers. Another example of closer cooperation between India and the UAE in investment in Africa is a multibillion-dollar plan to transform Tanzania's capital, Dar es Salaam, into a leading transportation and logistics hub. The key players are the Abu Dhabi-based logistics, industry and trade facilitator AD Ports Group; and India's largest integrated transport utility, Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone, the two of which signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in August to explore joint investment opportunities in Africa.
Steady Growth Gregson, Jonathan
Global Finance,
12/2022, Volume:
36, Issue:
11
Trade Publication Article
Profit margins were up and, while there were some notable exceptions, European private banks generated near-record profits and justified their reputation as the crown jewel of the sector. During the ...past year, it launched its second dedicated impact fund, in conjunction with ESG specialist investor Lightrock, an LGT offshoot, to invest in companies who seek market-oriented returns and whose activities have a measurable positive impact on greenhouse gas emissions and climate change. While a significant share of investment goes into making back offices and platforms more robust and secure, it is also upgrading its customer relationship management and big data capabilities to enhance monitoring of investments, alerts and global client management, using client-ranking algorithms based on clients' individual preferences and priorities.
Improving Profitability Gregson, Jonathan
Global Finance,
12/2022, Volume:
36, Issue:
11
Trade Publication Article
...many private banks reported record profits. ...if "a rising tide lifts all ships," especially in terms of boosting AUM, the reverse is also true. Since the beginning of this year, the combination ...of higher volatility and a sharp downturn in markets affecting practically all asset classes means that most private banks are expected to report that AUM are down. ...there is often a disconnect between a bank's ambitious growth plans and the tools needed.
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