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New Book Shows Life Changing RF in the Air to Make Us Green
James Gerdeman's book shows Life changing technology is in the air and it is helping to make us green. Radio frequency identification, RFID, is improving our commute, speeding shipments across the globe, and securing our fleets and communities. This is one government plan that has led us to making life changing improvements for the better. Since ISTEA was first implemented all modes of transportation have used the RFID tags to improve logistics, provide security and make traffic flow. - October 01, 2009 - JDGerdeman
New Blood-Thinning Drug Safer Than Rat Poison
A new drug has been declared to be safer but as effective as the standard anti-coagulant drug warfarin for treating patients with abnormal heart rhythms. - October 01, 2009 - Faculty of 1000
$13 billion Raised by Life Science Focused Private Equity Funds in the Past Three-Years
Preqin investigates the latest trends in fundraising and investor appetite for life science focused private equity and venture capital fundraising. - September 30, 2009 - Preqin ltd
Dr. Dennis Eisenberg Performs First Robotic Surgery at Baylor Medical Center of Frisco
Dr. Dennis Eisenberg performed a hysterectomy procedure as the first daVinci method robotic surgery at the Baylor Medical Center of Frisco, Texas. - September 30, 2009 - Dr. Dennis Eisenberg
Huge Demand for Friendly Spider Programme | Extra Date Added at ZSL London Zoo
Due to phenomenal demand for ZSL London Zoo’s Friendly Spider Programme, an extra date has had to be added for 2009. - September 30, 2009 - ZSL London Zoo
Zabaware Launches Affiliate Program for Artificial Intelligence Software
Zabaware is the maker of the award winning Ultra Hal software, artificial intelligence technology that won the “most human” computer of the year in the 17th annual Loebner Prize Competition for Artificial Intelligence (AI). The company’s mission “giving your computer the power of thought” once considered a futuristic pipe dream is now becoming a reality. Zabaware has launched an affiliate program to help bring this technology to the masses. - September 29, 2009 - Zabaware, Inc.
Infonetica Ltd. to Provide NIHR CRN CC with Online ICH-GCP Training for the Next 6 Months
Infonetica Ltd. and The National Institute for Health Research Clinical Research Network Coordinating Centre (NIHR CRN CC) have recently concluded an agreement to work closely together in providing clinical staff within NHS portfolio studies with ICH-GCP training online. According to the... - September 25, 2009 - Infonetica Ltd
Fledermaus Technology Used in 1400 Meter Plume Discovery Off the Northern California Coast
Latest Technology from IVS 3D Used to Visualize Massive Plume. Read more about the discovery and view 3D video of the analysis. - September 23, 2009 - IVS 3D
Differential Integration of Biological Systems (DIBS) and Its Application in Curing Coronary Artery Disease
Dr Ravishankar Polisetty presented, in his keynote lecture, an interesting concept of DIBS (Differential Integration of Biological Systems), which he developed over several years and presented for the first time in The 3rd Antwerp Medical Congress in the Antwerp medical University. Sidney Brenner... - September 23, 2009 - Sai Ganga Panacea LLC
Apartment Complex Wins Over Buyers by Marketing Privacy and Noise Reduction Using Acoustiblok® Soundproofing
Considering that the number one complaint in multifamily housing is noise, and that people are now becoming aware of the effect noise has on not only their health but also on their relationships, marketing “tranquility” is indeed a major plus in acquiring new residents. - September 23, 2009 - Acoustiblok, Inc.
ALPCO Launches GLP-1 (Active 7-36) and (7-36 and 9-36) ELISA kits
ALPCO Immunoassays is pleased to introduce two new ELISA kits for research use for measurement of the active (7-36) and combined (7-36 and 9-36) GLP-1 fragments. - September 23, 2009 - ALPCO
Post-Publication Peer Review Service Hits 80k
Faculty of 1000 (f1000.com) is pleased to announce a milestone in its history: the publication of its 80,000th evaluation. Since its launch in 2002, more than 63,000 separate scientific papers have been evaluated on the site. These have come from over 2,200 different journals, fulfilling Faculty of... - September 23, 2009 - Faculty of 1000
NuU Medspa Help Raise Awareness for Attack ACC Foundation, September 12, 2009
NuU Medspa joined the Attack ACC Foundation for their Third Annual 5 Mile Family Run/Walk on September 12, 2009 at 9:00 a.m. at Hickory Creek Junction (Rt. 30 Lincoln Highway - 1 mile west of Wolf Rd.). NuU Medspa donates their efforts and empathy to Attack ACC (Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma)... - September 22, 2009 - NuU Unlimited
Cerno Bioscience’s MassWorksTM Has Proven to be 99% Accurate Software for the Identification of Unknown Compounds
MassWorks employs Cerno’s patented calibration technology to equip unit mass resolution mass spectrometers with up to 100 times more mass accuracy and unparallel Spectral Accuracy through exact isotope modeling. Through MassWorks, customers can utilize unit mass resolution mass spectrometers to identify the formulas of unknown compounds. This function, before MassWorks, was usually reserved for more expensive high resolution mass spectrometers. - September 22, 2009 - Cerno Bioscience
Diffuse Reflectance Capability Extends Range of Applications for Exoscan Hand-Held FTIR
A2 Technologies recently announced that the Exoscan hand-held FTIR is now available with diffuse reflectance sampling interface. This capability greatly extends the range of applications for the Exoscan system. With the diffuse reflectance sampling capability, Exoscan can tackle an increased... - September 22, 2009 - A2 Technologies
Zahi Hawass Debates New Discovery in Egypt
Before it has even been released, the newest book by author and explorer Andrew Collins, Beneath the Pyramids, continues to be the source of a controversy amongst Egyptian scholars, including Dr. Zahi Hawass, Secretary General of Egypt's Supreme Council of Antiquities. The subject of the debate is... - September 19, 2009 - Edgar Cayce's A.R.E.
DZS Software’s Clinical Trial Management Software (CTMS) Selected by PhotoThera, Inc., a Carlsbad, California Medical Device Manufacturer
ClinPlus® web-based (CTMS) proves to be best choice for proprietary device technology using transcranial laser therapy (TLT) for the treatment of acute ischemic stroke and other neurological diseases and disorders. - September 16, 2009 - DZS Software Solutions
Wildcat Discovery Technologies Selected by AlwaysOn as a GoingGreen Top 100 Winner
Wildcat Discovery Technologies, a materials discovery company focused on the discovery and sale of specialty materials for advanced clean tech applications, today announced that it has been chosen by AlwaysOn as one of the GoingGreen Top 100 Winners. Inclusion in the GoingGreen 100 signifies major... - September 16, 2009 - Wildcat Discovery Technologies
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia - Prostate Enlargement Treatment by Fine Treatment
New natural treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) tackles the cause of this problem and, therefore, is very effective. Unique Device for Prostate Care reduces BPH symptoms and protects from harmful medications and operations. - September 14, 2009 - Fine Treatment
USBC States the Importance of Certification in Remediation for Chinese Drywall
An entire program has been designed out of the workgroup Defective Drywall in America (DDIA) which included top analytical scientists, chemists, toxicologists, a major university, consultants in the environmental field and 12 business sectors that were considered in the development of the certified protocols. - September 12, 2009 - USBCI
Propel Labs and Chata Biosystems Enter Into Partnership for Instrumentation Development and Sales Distribution in Asia Pacific
Propel Labs, LLC. and Chata Biosystems, Inc. have entered into a strategic partnership which includes instrumentation development and distribution of Chata products in Asia Pacific. As part of this partnership Propel Labs will assist in developing the next generations of Chata’s award winning... - September 12, 2009 - Propel Labs
U S Building Consultants, Inc. and DDIA Comes Out with Certified Protocols for Inspection/Remediation of Chinese Drywall
Spiderman S. Mulholland, a leading forensic expert on building envelope, water intrusion, toxic mold, and Chinese Drywall of U S Building Consultants, Inc., and part of the Defective Drywall In America (DDIA) workgroup that was formed about five months ago has been spending 90% of their time on the... - September 10, 2009 - USBCI
Unique Broadband Systems Ltd Expands in Europe
Unique Broadband System Ltd. (UBS), a major developer of COFDM technology and applications, is pleased to announce the launch of UBS Europe, during the IBC Trade Show in Amsterdam, September 11th through the 15th. This strategic development recognizes the need for pan-European coverage for... - September 10, 2009 - Unique Broadband Systems Ltd.
Xybion Medical Systems Expands Pristima™ Software to Include Full Range of Vivarium Management Capabilities
Xybion Medical Systems, a world leader in preclinical data management solutions and the developer of Pristima™ the premier preclinical solution on the market, is expanding its portfolio of software tools to manage critical medical research information through a strategic partnership with Locus Technology, Inc. The two companies are initially working collaboratively to provide a seamless interface for single sign on and sharing of data between the products with access to the full suite. - September 10, 2009 - Xybion Medical Systems
NoMachine NX Grows in National Laboratories Within the US Department of Energy
NX provides remote access to unique scientific resources available at national laboratories across the country. - September 10, 2009 - NoMachine
Custom Adenylated Linkers Simplify miRNA Analysis
Bioo Scientific launched the AIR™ Adenylated Linkers to facilitate miRNA cloning and sequencing. - September 05, 2009 - Bioo Scientific
US Building Consultants Pushing for ASTM standard for inspections
This is an important step in the process as we move forward in this crisis. ASTM International is one of the foremost recognizable associations to be involved in helping to establish proper standards for the inspection of Chinese and other defective drywall. Mulholland feels that without a standard, the opportunity for substandard practices will continue to occur. - September 03, 2009 - USBCI
Stevens Faculty Assist NTSB in Hudson Mid-Air Collision Analysis
Faculty at Stevens assisted the National Transportation Safety Board and were an integral part in the analysis and recovery efforts of the Hudson Mid-Air Collision that happened on August 8th, 2009. - September 03, 2009 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Stevens Institute of Technology Graduate Student Alicia Mahon Receives ASBPA Educational Award
Stevens Institute of Technology student Alicia Mahon has received an award from the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association for her research with a beach replenishment program. The feeder beach aims at inspiring tourism in New Jersey shores, improving surfing conditions and preventing rapid erosion of the main beach from the direct assault of waves. - August 29, 2009 - Stevens Institute of Technology
AAA Measurement Men LLC, Now Provides Reverse Engineering Utilizing Their Faro Laser Scanner Which Creates Point Clouds From Products Into Solid 3D Models
They've acquired the technology & experience to convert scanned product from Point Clouds into a Solid 3D Model. Very few companies have the technology & resources for this service. - August 27, 2009 - AAA Measurement Men LLC
Biocontainment Facility Design and Construction Administration Completed by FSG
Facilities Solutions Group completes design and construction administration of Animal Biosafety Level 3 (ABSL-3) biocontainment facility in Chicago. As defined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), ABSL-3 involves practices suitable for work with animals infected with indigenous... - August 27, 2009 - Facilities Solutions Group, Inc.
Desert Star Systems' Acoustic Release is Reliable
ARCADIS uses Desert Star Systems' ARC-1 acoustic release to retrieve fish traps from the sea floor. ARCADIS deployed 26 releases and were able to trigger all 26 with no problems. Desert Star Systems' ARC-1 uses a patented burn-wire mechanism that is very reliable. - August 16, 2009 - Desert Star Systems LLC
Carvoeiro Receives Nature Exhibit, "Lynx, the Struggle to Exist - a Story of Survival or Extinction"
Between the 11th and 31st of August, Monte Santo in Carvoeiro will welcome the “Lynx, the struggle to exist- a story of survival or extinction” exhibition created by SOS Lynx. According to the non-profit association founded in 2000 for the conservation of the Iberian-Lynx, SOS Lynx,... - August 15, 2009 - IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts
Outperforming Peristaltic Pumps
Small high-quality laboratory peristaltic/tubing pumps with exceptional properties and a 5-year warranty. - August 15, 2009 - LAMBDA Laboratory Instruments
MedSource Hires New Vice President of Clinical Operations
MedSource specializes in complex diseases and study designs and has experience in more than 400 trials in Phases I-IV. - August 14, 2009 - MedSource
One of the Most Significant Resources for Chemists Celebrates Its One Hundredth Birthday
In 1909, Theodor Weyl wrote and edited the Houben–Weyl Methods of Organic Chemistry series. The first edition, consisted of two volumes and covered material published from as early as 1834. As part of the centenary celebration a rarely seen first edition, displayed courtesy of the Swain... - August 14, 2009 - Thieme Publishers
National Geographic Features Fledermaus Users in ‘Drain The Ocean’ Show
Fledermaus Used as Analysis Tool for Users Credited in Show - August 13, 2009 - IVS 3D
ALPCO Appoints Stratech Scientific as Their New Distribution Channel in the UK
Stratech Scientific is a distributor of high quality products for research laboratories throughout the UK and Europe. ALPCO Diagnostics is a leading developer and distributor of high quality immunoassay kits in the US. The two companies feel that their mutual commitment to offering quality products in the life science research area will be the basis for a strong partnership. - August 13, 2009 - ALPCO
Desert Star Systems' Geo-Magnetic Archival Fish Tag
Desert Star Systems of California is manufacturing a small archival fish tag. It uses Earth's magnetic field to determine latitude and it's solar cell is used to determine longitude. Also, it's solar cell is used at the charging unit for the aerogel capacitor, No Batteries. Software is open sourced and available to customers for review and implementing their own software... A revolutionary tag. - August 13, 2009 - Desert Star Systems LLC
Further Investigation Into Defective Chinese Drywall by US Building Consultants, Inc. Results in a Warning for Companies Performing Remediation
After performing more inspections and additional laboratory results, U S Building Consultants, Inc. issues a warning to those performing remediation on homes or commercial buildings that may have defective Chinese drywall. - August 12, 2009 - USBCI
Customers Score Market Research Suppliers from Highest to Lowest
Scores of more than 60 leading market research suppliers are reported by their customers along six key satisfaction dimensions - August 11, 2009 - MarketResearchCareers
Second Annual International Conference on Energy, Logistics and the Environment
A two-day conference featuring high caliber worldwide executives from the energy, logistics, real estate, government and not for profit organizations who are driving the new low carbon global economy. Come and learn how they are doing it, pick their brains, and interact with them under a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. - August 10, 2009 - Global Commerce Forum
ALPCO Launches Mouse HMW and Total Adiponectin ELISA
ALPCO Diagnostics has introduced a Mouse HMW Adiponectin ELISA kit that facilitates the testing process for this biomarker. - August 07, 2009 - ALPCO
ZSL Celebrates Journal's Award Win
ZSL's Journal of Zoology has been named as one of the Top 10 Journals in Biology and Medicine. - August 07, 2009 - ZSL London Zoo
Marin Residents and Businesses Can Win Big Savings, Carbon Reductions, Energy Security Upgrade from Local Power Works, LLC Clean Energy Bid
Bringing dramatically cleaner and more secure energy sources to Marin County residents at prices at or below PG&E is what Local Power Works LLC’s July 20, 2009 bid to the Marin Energy Authority is all about. With its focus on local power and efficiency projects built by local firms, Local Power Works has bid to create local green jobs and improve the way of life in Marin County. The Local Power Works bid will provide over 76% of the community’s electricity from new local green energy sources. - August 05, 2009 - Local Power LLC
US Building Consultants Inc., US Building Laboratories Inc., Analytical Research Systems Inc., and the University of Florida Join Forces
U S Building Consultants and U S Building Laboratories Inc. collaborate with Analytical Research Systems, Inc. and the University of Florida to find solution to defective drywall crisis. - August 05, 2009 - USBCI
Shark Experts to be Auctioned on eBay
If you are watching Discovery Channel’s Shark Week, you are seeing the world’s top shark experts. Want to meet them in person? Then go to eBay and bid on lunch or dinner with your favorite shark expert. Meet for lunch or dinner, learn why they love sharks, and hear some great stories... - August 05, 2009 - Shark Research Institute
Algae Oil Lipid Trigger Breakthrough Sustainable Green Technologies Inc. Announces Innovative Way to Increase Algae Oil Production
Sustainable Green Technologies (SGT) a start-up company in Escondido, California announced today that it has discovered a highly effective and low cost way to massively increase algal oil production. Metabolic engineering research conducted at SGT over the past two years paid off when SGT scientists uncovered the elusive and long sought after “lipid trigger” in green algae. - August 04, 2009 - Sustainable Green Technologies
Firefighter Will Perform 100 Skydives in Memory of Smoke Inhalation Victims
Joe Frolick, avid skydiver and professional firefighter, will combine his love of skydiving and passion for the fire service by performing 100 consecutive skydives on September 4, 2009. Joe’s desire to accomplish his mission is to bring attention to much needed education regarding smoke inhalation fatalities and the need for continued research and program development to save the lives of firefighters and civilians alike. - August 01, 2009 - Cyanide Poisoning Treatment Coalition
Shark Celebrities to be Auctioned on eBay During Shark Week
You’ve seen them on Discovery Channel’s Shark Week, Animal Planet and the BBC − they are the top shark experts in the world. Now meet them in person for lunch or dinner, learn why they love sharks and why sharks need protection. More than 20 of the world’s top shark experts... - August 01, 2009 - Shark Research Institute