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Bioo Scientific Launches Kit Offering Robust, Automation-Friendly cfDNA Isolation
Bioo Scientific releases NextPrep-Mag™ cfDNA Isolation Kit, a kit designed to extract DNA from cell free biological fluids such as blood plasma using a magnetic bead format. The procedure can be completed in 25 minutes. Libraries can be created using only 0.6 mL of plasma. - February 06, 2015 - Bioo Scientific
Weidlinger Introduces WAimat Suite Material Modeling Software
Trio of innovative tools aids in the prediction of engineering failure problems for large-scale metal structures. - February 02, 2015 - Weidlinger Associates, Inc.
T2 Design Inventions and Prototypes Announces the Success of Their Clients Who Are Launching Several New Products Nationwide
T2 Design works with inventors to develop ideas and take them to the marketplace: with crowdfunding, sweat equity and reality TV venture capital shows, inventors get an exhilarating boost distributing their products through thousands of retail stores, online sites and HSN and QVC tv. From car accessories to clothes fresheners to fitness equipment, T2 Design inventor clients launch five new products: "Drop Stop," "Reviver," "The Jury Case," "Treemate Tree Toppers" and "Stumps." - February 02, 2015 - T2 Design Inventions
CARE ACT for Tourette Syndrome Reintroduced by Senator Menendez and Congressman Sires
Jersey-initiated legislation hailed by NJ Center for TS. - February 01, 2015 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Ending Isolation and Stigma Couldn't be Easier at NJ Walks for Tourette Syndrome at Princeton
Walk organizer fighting to break the isolation of TS and invites the public to join on March 29th. - January 30, 2015 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Implantable Artificial Kidney Corporation Seals Deal for 500K Funding
Funding will be used for further research and development of their IAK-1 artificial kidney prototype. - January 28, 2015 - Implantable Artificial Kidney Corporation
Applied Spectral Imaging Receives FDA Clearance for GenASIs™ HiPath IHC Family for HER2, ER, PR and Ki67
FDA Clearance for GenASIs™ HiPath IHC Family for HER2, ER, PR and Ki67 - January 24, 2015 - Applied Spectral Imaging
Weidlinger Hires Associate Principal James Cohen to Expand the Firm’s Forensics and Investigations Practice in the Eastern U.S.
Cohen has more than 35 years’ experience in structural engineering, forensic investigations, trial testimony, and advanced analysis techniques. - January 23, 2015 - Weidlinger Associates, Inc.
Bioo Scientific Releases MaxSignal® Colistin ELISA Test Kit for the Rapid Quantitation of Colistin in Meat
Bioo Scientific’s MaxSignal Colistin ELISA Test Kit helps prevent the abuse of colistin, a last-line antibiotic, as an agricultural drug. The MaxSignal Colistin ELISA Test Kit is the only commercially available ELISA optimized for the screening of Colistin in meat samples including poultry, beef and pork. - January 21, 2015 - Bioo Scientific
CHI Scientific Releases PrimaCell™ Protocols for Culturing More Than 300 Types of Primary Cells to Speed Biological Discoveries
Brings Standardized Methods to the Research Scientist, Greatly Reducing the Time Needed to Prepare and Culture Critical Tissue and Organ Cells. - January 16, 2015 - CHI Scientific Inc
Applications Now Available for the Tim Howard NJCTS Leadership Academy for Teens with Tourette Syndrome
Deadline is January 20th. - January 16, 2015 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Announcing Drug Safety Navigator's Acquisition of Five Oaks Pharm
Drug Safety Navigator, LLC is pleased to announce the acquisition of specialized drug safety and pharmacovigilance provider, Five Oaks Pharm, LLC. - January 15, 2015 - Drug Safety Navigator, LLC
Weidlinger’s Dr. Mohammed Ettouney Receives National Institute of Building Sciences Honor Award
Ettouney was recognized for his “exceptional contribution to the nation and the building community.” - January 10, 2015 - Weidlinger Associates, Inc.
Bioo Scientific Releases 18S ITS rRNA Library Prep Kit to Simplify Eukaryotic Metagenomic Studies
Bioo Scientific expands its flagship line of library preparation kits for next generation sequencing with the NEXTflex™ 18S ITS Amplicon-Seq Kit for the preparation of multiplexed amplicon libraries spanning the ITS1 and ITS2 hypervariable regions of eukaryotic 18S ribosomal RNA (rRNA) genes, permitting the fast and cost-effective characterization of uncultured fungal and micro-eukaryotic organisms. - January 10, 2015 - Bioo Scientific
Creative Therapy Options for Tourette Syndrome and Anxiety Disorders Webinar January 21
NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome presents Wednesday Webinar series for parents, educators and healthcare professionals. - January 09, 2015 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
AveXis Closes Its Series C Financing Round with Deerfield Management and Roche Venture Fund
AveXis, Inc., a biotechnology company focused on using gene therapy to transform the lives of patients with severe genetic and orphan diseases like Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), today announced it has completed a $10 million financing round led by Deerfield Management and Roche Venture Fund. In... - January 08, 2015 - AveXis Inc.
Protochips Introduces New Product Line
Precision Electric™ E-chips Make Aduro System More Versatile Than Ever. - December 13, 2014 - Protochips, Inc.
Center for Tourette Syndrome Congratulates "The Keeper" as Preparations Continue for 2015 Tim Howard NJCTS Leadership Academy
Soccer superstar and NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome present a life-changing weekend for teens. - December 11, 2014 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
AveXis Announces Dosing of First Patient in Intermediate Cohort in Gene Transfer Trial
AveXis, Inc., a biotechnology company focused on using gene therapy to transform the lives of patients with severe genetic and orphan diseases like Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), today announced that the first patient in the intermediate cohort in the Gene Transfer Clinical Trial for SMA Type 1 has... - December 10, 2014 - AveXis Inc.
GREENZO Project Obtains Zinc Oxide from Zamak Injection Waste
The valorisation of waste coming from the zamak injection process by means of a compact plasma pilot plant will allow to obtain first quality zinc oxide, which is going to be applied in diverse industrial applications. - December 09, 2014 - AIJU - Technological Institute for Children’s Products and Leisure
AveXis Announces Launch of New Patient-Oriented Website Focused on Spinal Muscular Atrophy
AveXis, Inc., a biotechnology company focused on using gene therapy to transform the lives of patients with severe genetic and orphan diseases like Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), is pleased to announce the launch of the company’s brand new website specifically focused on SMA: www.smastudy.org. - December 04, 2014 - AveXis Inc.
8.5K in Los Angeles Raises $33,000 for PBTF
Starry Night, the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation’s new walk/run that shines a light on children with brain tumors, raised $33,000 in Los Angeles on Nov. 22. The 8.5K event at Griffith Park honored local children with brain tumors. These Stars were Adam, Bella, Brittney, Caitlyn, Cassie,... - November 27, 2014 - Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation
Popular Mechanics Selects Groovy Lab in a Box for Its Holiday Gift Guide
"The 100% Wholesome Holiday Toy Guide" highlights toys that inspire creativity and imaginative play. - November 26, 2014 - Academics in a Box Inc
Weidlinger’s Adam Hapij Selected as President of Architectural Engineering Institute
Hapij, who headed the ASCE institute’s 2011 investigation into building damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, is the youngest member ever to hold the position. - November 25, 2014 - Weidlinger Associates, Inc.
"Green Fracturing" Produces More Natural Gas Than Chemical Biocide Water Treatment Methods
Optimal Data Analysis LLC completed a 3-year study of 155 natural gas wells in the Fayetteville Shale of Arkansas compared the amount of gas produced by 96 wells treated using Ecosphere Technologies Inc. patented Ozonix® water treatment process, versus 59 wells treated using traditional Chemical Biocide. Findings revealed that the use of Ozonix® on average returns $249,669 US dollars in additional revenue annually per well. - November 25, 2014 - Optimal Data Analysis LLC
NJ Walks for Tourette Syndrome at Mendham a Success: Event Will Continue Online Through December 15th
The 5th annual walk is raising funds for the NJCTS Education Outreach Program. - November 21, 2014 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
AveXis to Present at the 26th Annual Piper Jaffray Healthcare Conference
AveXis, a biotechnology company focused on using gene therapy to transform the lives of patients with severe genetic and orphan diseases like Spinal Muscular Atrophy, today announced that Mr. John Carbona, Chief Executive Officer, and Dr. Brian Kaspar will present at the 26th Annual Piper Jaffray... - November 21, 2014 - AveXis Inc.
Houston Runs to Help Kids with Brain Tumors
Starry Night, the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation’s new walk/run that shines a light on children with brain tumors, raised nearly $15,000 in Houston on Nov. 15. The 8.5K event at Discovery Green honored local children with brain tumors. These Stars were Mandy, Taylor, Tobin and... - November 20, 2014 - Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation
Donald Danforth Plant Science Center, MU to Hire Four Joint Researchers
Collaboration will strengthen plant and crop research, provide opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students. - November 20, 2014 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
Jake Worthington to Perform at Starry Night Houston
Houston native Jake Worthington, a recent finalist on The Voice, will perform at Starry Night Houston on Saturday, Nov. 15 at Discovery Green. The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation’s Starry Night 8.5K is an evening walk/run that shines a light on kids battling one of the deadliest forms of... - November 15, 2014 - Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation
Atlanta, San Francisco Top $100,000 for Kids with Brain Tumors
Starry Night, the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation’s new walk/run that shines a light on children with brain tumors, attracted 875 participants in Atlanta and San Francisco on Nov. 8. At start time, the events had raised $116,000. The crowds came to the 8.5K events at Centennial Olympic Park... - November 15, 2014 - Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation
Weidlinger Presents Three Papers at 85th Shock and Vibration Symposium
Weidlinger engineers presented recent work on blast analysis, uncertainty quantification, and ductile-fracture prediction. - November 05, 2014 - Weidlinger Associates, Inc.
Yellow Scope Aims to Make a Different Kind of Science Kit for Girls
Yellow Scope, a Portland-based startup creating rigorous science kits for girls, has launched a Kickstarter campaign to raise $25,000. The campaign will run through December 22, 2014. - November 05, 2014 - Yellow Scope
Pathology Diagnostics Ltd Publish First White Paper in Series - The Use of Immunohistochemistry in Biomarker Research and Clinical Trials
The white paper, "The Use of Immunohistochemistry in Biomarker Research and Clinical Trials" is to be the first of a series of white papers published by Pathology Diagnostics over the next six months. - November 04, 2014 - Pathology Diagnostics Ltd
NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome Names 2014 NJ Walks for TS at Mendham Youth Co-Chairs
The 5th annual 5K walk and family fun run is November 15th - November 04, 2014 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Webinar Tackles Mental Health Stigma and Search for Services in the African American Community
The next NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome Wednesday Webinar is October 29th. - October 26, 2014 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
WDHA FM Joins Center for Tourette Syndrome's NJ Walks for TS at Mendham
The 5th annual advocacy walk is November 15th. - October 24, 2014 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Donald Danforth Plant Science Center Welcomes New Principal Investigator
New hire brings significant expertise in inflorescence evolution and development to the region. - October 23, 2014 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
Boston, Philadelphia Join Starry Night to Cure the Kids
Starry Night, the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation’s new walk/run that shines a light on children with brain tumors, attracted more than 500 participants in Boston and Philadelphia on Oct. 18. At start time, the events had raised $61,000. The crowds came to the 8.5K events at Joe Moakley... - October 23, 2014 - Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation
Jj Center for Tourette Syndrome Presents First Annual Childhood Mental Health Symposium on Nov. 20th
Program will focus on neuropsychiatric disorders. - October 21, 2014 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Q-Lab Announces New Corrosion Contract Testing Capabilities
Q-Lab Corporation's accredited testing facilities in Florida and Germany now offer contract testing services for corrosion tests requiring relative humidity control. - October 18, 2014 - Q-Lab Corporation
Friend to the Tourette Syndrome Community Honored by NJ Senate
Dr. Stuart Green is recognized for his anti-bullying work. - October 18, 2014 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Bioo Scientific Offers Complete Line of Sensitive ELISAs for Quinolone Residue Detection
Bioo Scientific now offers the broadest range of commercial kits for quinolone residue detection, with the launch of several new ELISAs. The AuroFlow™ Fluoroquinolone Strip Test Kit for Meat, the AuroFlow™ Fluoroquinolone Strip Test Kit for Milk and the MaxSignal® Fluoroquinolone ELISA Test Kit are rapid qualitative lateral flow assays for the detection of a broad range of flouroquinolone residues. - October 15, 2014 - Bioo Scientific
New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome Announces Honorary Committee for the 5th Annual NJ Walks for TS at Mendham
The 5K walk and family fun run will take place Nov. 15th to benefit education programs. - October 10, 2014 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Plant Scientist Discovers Basis of Evolution in Violins
Studies of plant leaf shape relevant to musical instruments. - October 10, 2014 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
"Biohacking" Coming to "The Secret City"
Biodidact is a new DIY Biolab planning to open its doors to the public in Los Alamos, New Mexico, this coming Spring. Its founder has launched a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter, to enable the lab to open its doors to amateur scientists. - October 09, 2014 - Biodidact
Starry Night Chicago Raises Funds to Help Kids with Brain Tumors
Starry Night, the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation’s new walk/run that shines a light on childhood brain tumors, made its debut in Chicago on Oct. 4 with the support of more than 500 participants. At start time, the event had raised $46,000. The crowd came to the 8.5K at Arlington... - October 09, 2014 - Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation
New Report: Wearable Healthcare Technology Market Shooting Up to USD 41 Billion by 2020
Wearable devices, smart algorithms and the existence of huge, easily accessible health databases are disrupting the health industry. Today, the global size of such smart wearable devices is USD 2 billion. By the year 2020 this market is estimated to reach USD 41 billion. Today, we are at the mere beginning of this deep transformation of the healthcare sector. Future medical care will be highly personalized and new players will change industry dynamics. - October 08, 2014 - Soreon Research
Inaugural Sea, Earth, and Space Summit Announced
The Sea, Earth, and Space (SES) Summit is pleased to announce the world’s newest human performance and exploration conference taking place May 1-3, 2015, at the South Shore Harbour Resort & Conference Center in League City, TX (just minutes from the NASA Johnson Space Center). SES Summit... - October 08, 2014 - Sea, Earth, and Space Summit
AveXis Announces the Completion of Dosing of the Low Dose Cohort in US Clinical Trial for Spinal Muscular Atrophy
AveXis, Inc., a clinic-stage gene therapy company, today announced the completion of dosing in the low dose cohort in the world's first human gene therapy trial for the treatment of infants with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). The trial (NCT02122952) opened for enrollment in April... - October 08, 2014 - AveXis Inc.