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Stevens Researchers Make Seminal Contributions to Dynamic Wireless Technologies
IEEE Communications Society lists four Stevens papers among “Best Reading Topics in Cognitive Radio.” - August 10, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
MedPro Rx, Inc. Launches Free App Allowing Patients to Refill Prescriptions from Smartphones
Specialty Pharmacy Launches MedPro Rx PocketRx App to Enhance Ordering Process for Patients. - August 10, 2012 - MedPro Rx, Inc.
Food for Health International and PowderPure Announce Collaboration to Provide True, Living Nutrition
Food for Health International (FFH) has recently joined forces with PowderPure in an effort to optimize and expand the PowderPure brand. The compatible philosophies, missions and specialties of both FFH and PowderPure make the collaboration a perfect fit. - August 08, 2012 - Food for Health International
Fertility Preservation Network Sponsors Twin Cities Breast Cancer Fundraiser
ReproTech, Ltd., a cryobank specializing in long-term storage of human reproductive tissue (sperm, eggs, embryos and ovarian/testicular tissue), recently sponsored a bicycling team to raise funds to benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure® and Open Arms of Minnesota. - August 08, 2012 - ReproTech, LLC
Fertility Preservation Options for Cancer Patients Discussed at Seattle Area Medical Center
Overlake Medical Center was the setting for a presentation entitled Fertility Preservation for the Oncology Patient. This program strives to promote education and extend access to fertility preservation services. - August 05, 2012 - ReproTech, LLC
Stevens Researcher Recognized for Leading Role in Noise Control Engineering
Institute for Noise Control Engineering elects Dr. Marehalli Prasad of Stevens Institute of Technology as a Director. - August 04, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
A*Star Institute of Microelectronics Partners Delta Networks to Develop Novel MTM Antenna for WiFi Applications
A*STAR Institute of Microelectronics (IME), has signed a research collaboration agreement with Delta Networks, Inc. (Delta), a global leader in power, thermal management solutions and networking products, to develop a metamaterial (MTM) antenna for wireless application that offers improvements in... - August 04, 2012 - Science and Engineering Research Institutes
Fertility Preservation Network Adds South Carolina Facility
Program greatly extends access to Fertility Preservation services - August 03, 2012 - ReproTech, LLC
International Association of Outsourcing Professionals Seeking Nominations for Best Outsourcing Teams
Global Excellence in Outsourcing Award Recognizes Leading Outsourcing Teams in Best Practices and Innovation - August 03, 2012 - IAOP
VIRUN® Closes $2.1 Million Series-A Funding to Bolster Innovation and World-Wide Expansion
After almost 10 years of self-funding growth and business expansion, VIRUN is ready to further-illuminate its presence and capitalize on its patented technology portfolio and product development. - August 02, 2012 - VIRUN
Rosa to Present Mechanistic Systems Pharmacology Workshop at 2012 ICSB Conference
Workshop focused on Rosa’s Model Qualification Method to be held August 19th, Toronto, Canada. - August 02, 2012 - Rosa & Co LLC
AnaSpec Highlights Beta-Amyloid (1-40) Peptides
ß-Amyloid (1-40) together with ß-Amyloid (1-42) are two major C-terminal variants of the Aß protein constituting the majority of Aßs, with Ab (1-42) being more neurotoxic. These undergo post-secretory aggregation and deposition in the Alzheimer’s diseased... - August 01, 2012 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
The Siesta Group, Worldwide Leader in Measuring Sleep, Wakefulness and Brain Activity for Clinical Trials and Research, Celebrates Its 10-Year Anniversary in 2012
The Siesta Group is celebrating its 10-year anniversary in 2012. On June 21, 2012, they held an anniversary event in Vienna, Austria, which many of their customers, partners and friends attended. Highlights of the event were the Introduction of Georg Dorffner, CEO of The Siesta Group and the keynote lectures of Vladimir Svetnik, Director, Biometrics Research, Merck & Company and Bernd Saletu, Professor of Psychiatry and Sleep Medicine, Rudolfinerhaus Vienna. - August 01, 2012 - The Siesta Group Schlafanalyse GmbH
Breaking Wireless Communications Barriers for Improved Emergency Response
Stevens PhD Candidates win second prize for contribution to 2012 Software-Defined Radio Challenge. - August 01, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
MoBiTec GmbH, Germany, Closes Distribution Agreement for Stem Cells, Primary Cells and Reagents with Cyagen Biosciences Inc., China, for the German Market
A leading stem cell producer, Cyagen offers one of the most comprehensive lists of research-use stem cells. Other products include cell culture and differentiation media, cell culture supplements, and an assortment of related research reagents. - July 29, 2012 - MoBiTec GmbH
MedPro Rx, Inc. Receives URAC Specialty Pharmacy Accreditation
Local Specialty Pharmacy Demonstrates Strong Commitment to Quality Health Care - July 29, 2012 - MedPro Rx, Inc.
Svetlana Malinovskaya, Expert in Quantum Physics, Elected Chair of Theoretical Physics Community
Dr. Svetlana Malinovskaya, Associate Professor in the Physics Department at Stevens Institute of Technology, was elected as Chair of the Theoretical Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics Community (TAMOC). As chair, Dr. Malinovskaya will coordinate the activities of TAMOC, including the... - July 27, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
AnaSpec Highlights Beta-Amyloid (1-42) Peptides
Harnessing over a decade's worth of experience and a multi-level technology platform that includes peptides, antibodies, dyes and assay kits, AnaSpec, EGT Group is one of the world's most trusted sources of integrated proteomic solutions specifically designed for Alzheimer's Disease... - July 25, 2012 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
FyMed Demonstrates Superiority of FY101C Over Ibuprofen and Naproxen in the Treatment of Pain and Inflammation
FyMed, Inc. today announced results from comparative in-vivo studies of FY101C, its lead NSAID candidate, which demonstrated significant superiority to conventional NSAIDs in terms of efficacy and safety in the management of acute and chronic pain and inflammation. - July 25, 2012 - FyMed Inc
Another Top 10 Global Pharmaceutical Company Chooses Dotmatics Over the Rest to Provide Their Global Informatics
Dotmatics Limited, a leading provider of scientific informatics solutions and services to the Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology industries, is pleased to announce that they have licensed their web based informatics platform to another global Pharmaceutical company. After exhaustive evaluation and... - July 22, 2012 - Dotmatics Limited
MedPro Rx, Inc. President Nancy McFarlane Makes Top 100 Business Leader List
Specialty Pharmacy President Makes Top 100 List for Influential Business Leaders in The Triangle Area by Triangle Business Journal. - July 21, 2012 - MedPro Rx, Inc.
MoBiTec GmbH Introduces New High Performance Expression Vectors for Bacillus Subtilis
MoBiTec GmbH, Germany, further expands its unique portfolio of non-E. coli expression vectors. The new Pgrac100 vectors for gene expression in Bacillus subtilis complement the current product line by more efficient tools. Available are vectors with His-tag and Strep-tag for easy purification of proteins generated in the cytoplasm. - July 20, 2012 - MoBiTec GmbH
New Medical Coding Procedures at Clinical CRO ICRC-Weyer
The clinical contract research organization (CRO) ICRC-Weyer GmbH, based in Berlin, Germany, has changed its coding procedures for medications, enabling the company to offer enhanced solutions to a broad client base. - July 20, 2012 - ICRC-Weyer GmbH
ProTec Nutra Launch Cholesterol Busting Ingredients Range
ProTec Nutra Ltd announced today it has broadened its range of Nutraceutical ingredients with the launch of a full selection of materials for the natural reduction of LDL cholesterol, for use in Fortified Foods & Nutraceutical Food Supplements. - July 19, 2012 - Protec Nutra Limited
SFL’s Managing Director Receives Open University Business School’s Alumni Award for Outstanding Contribution to an Organisation 2012
The Open University Business School Alumni Network nominates and elects individuals that demonstrate best the application of learnings from the Open University MBA training and achievement of outstanding results. - July 19, 2012 - SFL Regulatory Affairs & Scientific Communication Ltd
Colorado BioScience Association Announces 2012 BioWest Conference, Unveiling Finalists in the Venture Showcase Competition
Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) announces the 9th BioWest Conference, September 11, 2012, at the Marriott City Center, Denver. The six finalists in the 2012 Venture Showcase competition at BioWest include: Flashback Technologies Inc. - Longmont, CO; KromaTiD - Fort Collins, CO; Siva Therapeutics Inc. - Boulder, CO; Sophono Inc. - Boulder, CO; SuviCa Inc. - Boulder, CO; and VetDC Inc. - Fort Collins, CO. - July 18, 2012 - Colorado BioScience Association
Dr. Newton’s Naturals Has Hired Andrew Webster as a Supervisor of Its Inbound Sales Management Team
Dr. Newton’s Naturals has hired Andrew “Andy” Webster as a supervisor of its Inbound Sales management team. After four years of semi-retirement on Hawaii's big island, where he pursued fashion and beauty photography, Andy decided to return to the business world, moving to... - July 15, 2012 - Dr. Newton's Naturals
Innovative Non-Profit Selected as Top 5 Finalist "Best New Charity"
The Spine Health Foundation was nominated and selected as a Top 5 Finalist from 2,400 nominations. They are asking the public to help them move forward to the next level by casting their vote online. Until July 26th, the public can cast their vote for their favorite charitable organization in various categories, based on a specific region in the U.S. - July 15, 2012 - The Spine Health Foundation, Inc.
ProTec Enters Food Supplement Sector with ProTec Nutra Ingredient Sales
ProTec Nutra Limited announces the launch of its food supplement active ingredient and excipients range for UK and European markets. - July 13, 2012 - Protec Nutra Limited
pharmaCline's Diabecline Antibiotic Nominated for 2012 American Business Awards, Stevie Awards
The American Business Awards has named pharmaCline® as a finalist for the 2012 Stevie Award for New Product of the Year- Health & Pharmaceuticals. The Stevie Awards were created to honor and generate public recognition of the achievements and positive contributions of organizations and... - July 12, 2012 - pharmaCline
TransEnterix Takes Minimally Invasive SPIDER Surgical System to India
Laparoscopic surgeon Dr. Michel Gagner headlines symposium in New Delhi's Max Institute. - July 12, 2012 - TransEnterix
SignaBlok Awarded NIH Grant to Develop New Nanotechnology for Diagnostic Imaging of Atherosclerosis
SignaBlok, Inc., a Massachusetts-based biopharmaceutical startup, has been awarded a grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to develop multifunctional nanoformulations for diagnostic imaging of atherosclerosis. - July 12, 2012 - SignaBlok, Inc.
Zenagen Hair Care Wins 2012 HBA Global Expo Best New Packaging Award
After countless entries were submitted to a distinguished panel of judges, Zenagen emerged as a select brand that had the privilege of showcasing their product to the world at the 2012 HBA Show held at the Javits Center in NYC. - July 12, 2012 - Nutraceutical Research Innovations, LLC
IAOP Releases 2012 Rankings for The Global Outsourcing 100 and World’s Best Outsourcing Advisors
Rankings, selection process details and company strengths featured in the July 23 Global 500 issue of Fortune® magazine. - July 11, 2012 - IAOP
ALPCO Diagnostics Launches Mouse Sclerostin ELISA
ALPCO Diagnostics announces the launch of an ELISA specific for measuring mouse sclerostin in serum and plasma. - July 10, 2012 - ALPCO
New Data Shows Colorado’s BioScience Industry Outpaced National Growth Since 2001 and Continued Adding Jobs Overall Since 2007
Quoting New Battelle/BIO Report: "Colorado’s bioscience industry is large and has outpaced national growth since 2001 by continuing to add jobs overall since 2007. Its companies employ nearly 27,000 with the large and highly specialized state medical device and equipment subsector growing by 16 percent since 2001. Job growth in research, testing, and medical labs has also driven overall sector growth since 2001." - July 08, 2012 - Colorado BioScience Association
ByoPlanet International Selects Plumbing Solutions as Caribbean Distributor
ByoPlanet International, LLC (ByoPlanet) a leader in the elimination of health-threatening pathogens, has affiliated itself with Plumbing Solutions, who will now be the exclusive distributor of ByoPlanet products and services in the Caribbean islands of Trinidad and Tobago, Barbados, Grenada, Antigua, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Dominica, Jamaica, Aruba, Curacao, Bonaire, St. Lucia, and St. Marten. - July 07, 2012 - ByoPlanet International, LLC
Sagacious Research Acquires One More Office
Sagacious Research (The patent search experts) has acquired one more office in Gurgaon (New Delhi), India in accordance with the growth in the team size. The new office is now a powerhouse mainly for its Hi-Tech and Engineering patent searches and patent licensing projects workforce. - July 07, 2012 - Sagacious Research
GoldBio Becomes Certified Philips LED Horti Partner
Philips announces that Gold Biotechnology, Inc., a supplier of molecular biology research chemicals based in St. Louis, MO, has become a certified Philips LED Horti Partner. Bart Saracino (Director of Marketing at GoldBio), Udo van Slooten (Director of Horticulture LED at Philips) and Erik Jansen... - July 07, 2012 - Gold Biotechnology, Inc
Get the Skinny on MesoDerm Cream™
Patients with cellulite looking to target a few problem areas now have direct access to the power of liposome technology with MesoDerm Cream™ by Legere Pharmaceuticals. This novel skin enhancement treatment is specially formulated with bio-identical compounds commonly used by physicians for... - July 05, 2012 - Legere Pharmaceuticals
TTC Sponsors Key “The State of Clinical Development Costs” Conference in Philadelphia
Representatives from Pharmaceuticals, CROs, Sponsors, and Research/Development Hear from Leading Industry Practitioners and Thinkers. - July 04, 2012 - TTC LLC
MoBiTec GmbH Introduces First Secretion Vectors for the Lactococcus lactis Gene Expression System NICE®, Developed by NIZO Food Research
NIZO food research has developed the first commercially available secretion vectors for the widely used Nisin Controlled gene Expression system NICE®. The NICE® System is a Gram-positive gene expression system for Lactococcus lactis already used by many labs all around the world. The NICE System as well as the secretion vectors are marketed worldwide by Germany-based MoBiTec GmbH. With these new secretion vectors MoBiTec expands its rich portfolio of non-E. coli vectors and expression systems. - July 04, 2012 - MoBiTec GmbH
Bioo Scientific Launches NEXTflex DNA-Seq Kits for Use with the Ion Torrent Sequencing Platform
Bioo Scientific has expanded its line of kits for NGS library preparation to include the NEXTflex™ DNA Sequencing Kit for Ion Torrent, which has been validated for use with the Ion PGM™ System from Life Technologies. The NEXTflex DNA Sequencing Kit features “Enhanced Adapter... - July 04, 2012 - Bioo Scientific
Provo Business Leader Finalist for Entrepreneur of the Year
Frank Davis, CEO of Food for Health International, a Provo-based company, is being recognized by Ernst and Young as a finalist for its Regional Entrepreneur of the Year award. Each year, Ernst and Young searches the country in an effort to recognize the best business leaders who are fueling the... - July 02, 2012 - Food for Health International
Stevens Researchers Win NASA Grant to Investigate Severe Weather Threats to New York City
Dr. Alan Blumberg, Dr. Philip Orton work with NASA researcher Timothy Hall on sweeping risk assessment. - July 01, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Raffle Tickets on Sale Now for a Chance to Win a One-of-a-Kind 2013 Ford Mustang Boss 302 Laguna Seca - Mustang Alley Edition to Support the National MS Society
The National MS Society, Michigan Chapter is raffling off a one-of-a-kind 2013 Ford Mustang Boss 302 Laguna Seca – Mustang Alley Edition to help raise money for MS programs and services offered to the 18,000 people in Michigan living with MS. In addition to donating the 2013 Mustang, the... - July 01, 2012 - National MS Society, Michigan Chapter
iTech partners with MAXimize Inc
iTech, a SaaS based Healthcare billing and PMS vendor announces a partnership with MAXimize Inc to offer a Practice Management System and Medical Billing product to Emergency Medical Services (EMS) billing agencies. - June 29, 2012 - expEDIum
AnaSpec Introduces SensoLyte® Beta-Amyloid ELISA Kits
AnaSpec, EGT Group is pleased to announce the release of the SensoLyte® ELISA kits for the quantification of human and mouse/rat β-Amyloid (1-40) or (1-42) peptide. Compared to similar kits in the industry, these kits are a one-step assay optimized to detect human or mouse/rat beta-Amyloid... - June 29, 2012 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
Dr. Newton’s Naturals hired Ryan Wing as the IT Manager for the Informational Technology Department
Mr. Wing comes to Dr. Newton’s Naturals with over a decade of IT experience and a clear understanding of advanced technology and leadership skills. His most recent role was at Legacy Publishing Company. “It was clear from the beginning that Ryan was a perfect fit for Dr. Newton’s... - June 29, 2012 - Dr. Newton's Naturals
Alternative Cost-Effective Method for Indoor Air Quality: activTek Environmental Products Help Earn LEED Points
activTek Environmental recently announced that several of its products used during the construction of a commercial building in Brazil helped achieve the requirements for LEED EQ Credit 3.1-Indoor Air Quality Plan: During Construction and EQ Credit 3.2- Indoor Air Quality Plan: Before... - June 28, 2012 - Vollara