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Dr. Michael Bruno Appointed Chairman of Marine Board at the National Research Council
Dr. Michael Bruno, Dean of the Schaefer School of Engineering and Science at Stevens Institute of Technology, has been selected as Chairman of the Marine Board, under the auspices of the Transportation Research Board and the National Research Council. The Marine Board identifies and responds to critical issues in the area of water transportation, port engineering and management, marine policy, offshore development and operations, naval architecture, and maritime economics. - September 24, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Noesys Data Launches a New Data Service to Identify and Classify Arrhythmias in Safety Pharmacology Studies at 10th Annual Safety Pharmacology Society Meeting
During the annual meeting of the Safety Pharmacology Society in Boston Noesys Data unveiled a service that reviews cardiac safety study data for the occurrence of arrhythmia. A panel of Board Certified veterinary cardiologists to provide expert review and customer reports. - September 24, 2010 - Noesys Data
2010 BioWest Conference & Expo to Showcase 40+ New Technologies, Products and Services
More than 40 exhibitors will be showcasing new technology, products and services for 500+ attendees at the 2010 BioWest Conference & Expo, September 29 and 30, at the Grand Hyatt Denver, 1750 Welton. BioWest, in its eighth year, is the Rocky Mountain region’s preferred venue for visiting and learning about the bioscience industry. - September 23, 2010 - Colorado BioScience Association
True Health Reveals Risky Statin Drugs Can Seriously Decrease Coenzyme Q10 Levels
For those individuals taking statin drugs to help control high cholesterol such as Lipitor®, Crestor®, Pravachol® and Mevacor®, recent medical research indicates there may be an increased risk of depleting the body’s natural levels of coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10). - September 22, 2010 - True Health
Health Resources Uncovers Research Supporting the Link Between Vitamin D Deficiency and Bone Strength
When it comes to health, most people may not even realize that they are deficient in key vitamins and minerals until it’s too late. In fact, new research from medical professionals indicates that increased vitamin D intake, especially in the form of vitamin D3, may contribute to improved bone... - September 22, 2010 - Health Resources
Team Hope Comes to Nashville, Tennessee to Fight Huntington's Disease
South/Southwest Chapter of Huntington’s Disease Society of America Hosts Team Hope: Walk for HD to Support Local Families - September 22, 2010 - Team Hope Walk for HD
Dr. Yi Guo Synchronizes Semiconductor Laser Arrays at Stevens with NSF Grant
The National Science Foundation has announced funding for Dr. Yi Guo’s research at Stevens into a rigorous mathematical approach to the analysis and control of coupled semiconductor laser systems using principles of collective behavior. - September 22, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Professor Souran Manoochehri of Stevens Elected ASME Fellow
Dr. Souran Manoochehri, Professor of Mechnical Engineering at Stevens Institute of Technology, has been selected a Fellow in the American Society of Mechanical Engineers. This prestigious honor recognizes significant achievements and contributions to the engineering profession. - September 22, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
AnaSpec Introduces First FRET-Based Cathepsin B Assay
AnaSpec is pleased to announce the release of the SensoLyte® 520 Cathepsin B Activity Assay Kit, the industry’s first FRET-based kit for Cathepsin B. This homogeneous assay can be used for measuring Cathepsin B activity and for screening Cathepsin B inhibitors. The substrate employs in... - September 22, 2010 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
IonSense to Present Rapid Screening Solutions for Food Safety at the AOAC Annual Meeting and Exposition
DART MS Analyzes Targeted and Non-Targeted Contaminants in Seconds. - September 21, 2010 - IonSense, Inc.
Twenty-Three Year Old Male Develops Natural Prenatal Vitamins for Pregnant Women Inspired by His Mom
Monty Elsabagh’s company, Talooza, Inc. announces the development and release of its all natural prenatal vitamins on bebe-O.com. - September 21, 2010 - Talooza, Inc.
PharmaZell Continues Expansion of Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Capacity in India
PharmaZell GmbH, a European Contract Manufacturing Organization for active pharmaceutical ingredients and advanced intermediates, has once again expanded its manufacturing capabilities in India. In 2010, PharmaZell completed construction of a cGMP Kilo-lab at its R&D center in Vizag, India. - September 21, 2010 - PharmaZell
Bioo Scientific Launched Color Endpoint Assays for In Vivo AST and LDH Analysis
Today Bioo Scientific launched the MaxDiscovery™ Aspartate Transaminase (AST) and Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH) Color Endpoint Assays for in vivo toxicity analysis. - September 16, 2010 - Bioo Scientific
Buff Up with MenScience’s New Advanced Body Scrub
MenScience introduces Advanced Body Scrub to clean, smooth and renew the body. - September 16, 2010 - MenScience Androceuticals
AnaSpec Introduces Histone GO® Peptides
AnaSpec, the world’s largest provider of on-demand GO® peptides has introduced a wide selection of Histone H1, H2A, H2B, H3 and H4 peptides, especially the H3 peptides. The rapidly expanding Histone H3 GO ® Peptides include sequences that are acetylated, mono-, di- or tri-methylated,... - September 16, 2010 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
Stevens PhD Candidate Xi Chen Excels at International Structural Engineering Competition
Xi Chen, a Ph.D. candidate in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Stevens Institute of Technology, took home second place in the structural health monitoring competition at the Asia-Pacific Summer School on Smart Structures Technology, held this year at Tokyo University in Japan. - September 16, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Proactive Medical Management Assists with Proposed OSHA Regulation Changes
JFK Medport and Insight Diagnostics, Inc. (IDI) have formed a strategic alliance that provides state of the art technology for the diagnosis and treatment of soft tissue injuries, enhancement of employee productivity and assisting employers with new Occupational Safety and Health Administration... - September 15, 2010 - Insight Diagnostics Inc
AnaSpec Introduces the Release of Mant-ATP and Mant-GTP
AnaSpec is pleased to announce the release of Mant-ATP and Mant-GTP. - September 14, 2010 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
Stevens Researchers Leverage Cryptography and Information Assurance to Re-Engineer Internet Architecture in Multi-University Collaboration Funded by NSF
Dr. Antonio Nicolosi, Assistant Professor of Computer Science at Stevens Institute of Technology is part of the interdisciplinary Nebula Project, a multi-university collaboration led by the University of Pennsylvania, which has recently been awarded a $7.5 million grant from the National Science... - September 14, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Four Finalists Selected for BioWest 2010 Venture Showcase Competition, Presenting Life-Changing Technologies
Cutting-edge development of a universal influenza vaccine, creation of an innovative hybridCpeptide manufacturing process, groundbreaking wastewater treatment through a new algae production system, and a revolutionary nontoxic surface treatment to control the growth of bacteria in hospitals, comprise the four finalists in this year’s BioWest Venture Showcase competition. - September 13, 2010 - Colorado BioScience Association
F2G Ltd Announces the Appointment of Michael R. Hodges, M.D. to the Board of Directors
F2G Limited, the UK based antifungal drug discovery and development company, today announced the appointment of Dr Michael R. Hodges to the Company’s Board of Directors. Michael R Hodges, M.D., BSc., MRCP (UK) has 20 years of biopharmaceutical development experience and has worked in both... - September 13, 2010 - F2G Ltd
Synpromics: Scotland’s Latest Biotech Company
Synpromics announces its incorporation as Scotland’s latest biotech company. The new company aims to focus its activities in the area of synthetic biology and has acquired its patents from its managing director; Dr Michael Roberts. - September 12, 2010 - Synpromics Ltd
Vollara Launches New SafeHearth
Vollara, LLC, a global leader in direct sales of natural health products and one of the world’s most inspired home business opportunities launched its new SafeHearth personal heating technology product this week. The new SafeHearth includes Vollara’s ActivePure Technology as well as an... - September 12, 2010 - Vollara
Stevens PhD Candidate Alicia Mahon is 2010 ASBPA Coastal Scholar
PhD candidate Alicia Mahon at Stevens has been named the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association 2010 ASBPA Coastal Scholar, which recognizes “a graduate student who aspires to advance his or her knowledge and experience of coastal or riverine science though an internship with ASBPA.” - September 12, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
GenScript Launches CloneReadyTM Gene Collections
GenScript’s CloneReadyTM Gene Collections provide convenient and cost-effective solutions to researchers’ gene related practices. - September 09, 2010 - GenScript USA Inc.
Colorado's Emmy® Award Winning Heroine Dr. Temple Grandin Keynotes CBSA Awards Dinner at 2010 BioWest Conference & Expo
General registration is now open for the Rocky Mountain Region’s Premier Bioscience Conference & Expo, BioWest 2010. More than 700 participants are expected at this year’s event, September 29-30, at the Grand Hyatt (1750 Welton) in Denver. Headlining the Annual Awards Dinner during the 2010 BioWest Conference is Dr. Temple Grandin, noted author, speaker, scientist and autism expert who leads an impressive line up of national and international industry speakers and panelists. - September 07, 2010 - Colorado BioScience Association
Burn Cream MD® Named "Official Burn Cream of the U.S. Pizza Team" to Appear at PMQ’s Orlando Pizza Show, September 12 – 14, 2010
The US Pizza Team recently named Burn Cream MD® the "Official Burn Cream of US Pizza Team." A proud sponsor of the national team of pizza twirlers and dough acrobats, Burn Cream MD will be participating in PMQ's Orlando Pizza Show where the US Pizza Team will compete in the American Pizza Championship. - September 07, 2010 - Healing Skin, LLC
Dr. Noel K. Maclaren, Renowned Endocrinologist on Diva TalkRadio’s Diabetes Spotlight
Noted physician discusses self-image, self-care and self-confidence for those living with, at risk of and affected by diabetes. - September 05, 2010 - Divabetic, LLC
Professor Andy Brick of Stevens Records Mafia II Soundtrack with Prague Filmharmonic
Professor Andy Brick, Distinguished Industry Associate Professor at Stevens Institute of Technology, was Supervising Orchestrator, Orchestral Music Director, and Orchestral Conductor for ground-breaking interactive game title Mafia II, released on August 24, 2010 for PS3, Xbox 360, and Windows PCs. - September 05, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
New Hope Fertility Centre Launches Frozen Egg Banking: The Next Logical Step in IVF
In Vitro Fertilization is a technology on the cutting edge of medical science. It was a science that was created to meet a basic human need, to bring the gift of childbirth to parents who were biologically unable to conceive on their own. - September 04, 2010 - New Hope Fertility Center
Professor David Vaccari of Stevens Institute of Technology Receives AEESP Education Award
Dr. David Vaccari, associate professor at Stevens Institute of Technology, has recently been selected by the Association of Environmental Engineering and Science Professors (AEESP) to receive the organization’s 2010 educator award. Sponsored by John Wiley & Sons, Inc., the AEESP Award... - September 04, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Biotage Introduces Resolux™ Peptides Purification HPLC Columns to Address Increasing Global Demand
Biotage has launched a new range of HPLC columns optimized for peptide purification. The Resolux line was introduced during the ACS Fall 2010 National Meeting & Exposition in Boston, Massachusetts USA and will be premiered at the 31st European Peptide Symposium on September 5th in Copenhagen, Denmark. - September 04, 2010 - Biotage
GMP Synthesis Chemistry Services CRO, Onyx Scientific, Reports Increased Small Scale Production for Phase I and II Clinical Studies
Onyx Scientific manufacture high value intermediates and APIs to GMP-compliant standards for both phase I and phase II clinical studies. - September 04, 2010 - Onyx Scientific Ltd
Gene Logic Announces Appointment of Norrie Russell as President
Gene Logic, an Ocimum Biosolutions company announces the appointment of Norrie J. W. Russell, Ph. D., as the President of the company. With more than 30 years of experience in drug discovery, Dr. Russell has a long history of success driving innovation in pharmaceutical discovery and development. He also has experience leading entrepreneurial biotechnology companies, raising capital, and developing pioneering new technologies. - September 04, 2010 - ocimum biosolutions
activTek Environmental Presented with SMACNA Brazil Award
activTek Brazil is proud to announce their selection as a recipient of the important SMACNA Brazil Award. Every year the Brazilian Construction Bureau presents awards in various sectors. activTek Brazil shares in this prestigious award as a key supplier and installer of a complex HVAC system in... - September 03, 2010 - Vollara
Neuropathy Treatment Group Breakthrough for Diabetic Foot Pain and Neuropathy Using High Doses of Vitamins B1 (Benfotiamine), B12 (Methylcobalamin), and Alpha Lipoic Acid
For clients suffering from neuropathy or diabetic foot pain, clinical studies have shown that ultra high doses of vitaimins B1 in the form of Benfotiamine and vitamin B12 in the form of Methylcobalamin and Alpha Lipoic Acid relieve symptoms associated with neuropathy. - September 02, 2010 - Neuropathy Treatment Group
Ocean Engineering Professor Jon Miller Receives ASCE Educator of the Year Award
American Society of Civil Engineers names Dr. Jon Miller of Stevens Institute of Technology the 2010 Educator of the Year for the North Jersey Branch. - September 02, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Wireless Networks Enable Intruder Detection and Emergency Alerts Funded by NSF
National Science Foundation funds Dr. Yingying Chen at Stevens Institute of Technology, in collaboration with Dr. Hui Xiong, Rutgers University, in research entitled: "NeTSE:Small:Collaborative Research: MILAN: Multi-Modal Passive Intrusion Learning in Pervasive Wireless Environments." - September 02, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
National Institutes of Health Award a $1.7M SBIR Grant to MicroTransponder to Develop a Neurostimulation-Based Therapy to Treat Tinnitus
MicroTransponder, Inc., a privately-held medical device company, announced that it has been awarded a $1.7M SBIR grant from the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) to develop a neurostimulation-based therapy for the treatment of Tinnitus. This project builds... - September 01, 2010 - MicroTransponder Inc.
Vollara Launches MoreVollara.com
Vollara, LLC, a global leader in direct sales of natural health products and one of the world’s most inspired home business opportunities today launched a free informational site at MoreVollara.com. “People are drawn to Vollara’s product technologies and strong earnings... - August 30, 2010 - Vollara
Vollara Unveils New LaundryPure
Vollara, LLC, a global leader in direct sales of natural health products and one of the world’s most inspired home business opportunities unveiled its new LaundryPure technology product at a National Conference in Dallas this past weekend. “There is no such thing as eco-friendly... - August 29, 2010 - Vollara
AnaSpec Signs Distribution Agreement with Interprise Brasil
AnaSpec, Inc. and Interprise Brasil today announced a non-exclusive distributor agreement that will allow Interprise Brasil to distribute AnaSpec’s catalog and custom products throughout Brasil. - August 28, 2010 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
MedPro Rx, Inc. Introduces New Online Game to Help Children with Chronic Illnesses
Nancy McFarlane, president of MedPro Rx, Inc. (http://www.medprorx.com), a provider of specialty pharmacy services to clients with chronic illnesses who need clotting factor, IVIg and other medications, has announced the release of a new Quick Math game on the MedPro Rx Kids website... - August 28, 2010 - MedPro Rx, Inc.
C.R. England and Insight Diagnostics, Inc. Announce Successful Collaboration Enhances Employee Productivity
C.R. England and Insight Diagnostics, Inc. (IDI) have formed a strategic alliance to provide state of the art technology to enhance patient care at England’s Lakeside Clinic. IDI’s FDA approved Electrodiagnostic Functional Assessment (EFA) is a Class II diagnostic device and service protocol for assessing soft tissue injuries. - August 27, 2010 - Insight Diagnostics Inc
New England Fertility Institute of Stamford Connecticut to Attend London Fertility Show November 5th and 6th
The New England Fertility Institute and Dr. Gad Lavy Medical Director will be attending and exhibiting at the London Fertility Show in the Olympia Convention Center November 5th and 6th 2010. Dr. Lavy will be doing complimentary consultations for individuals and couples interested in egg donation and gestational surrogacy in the United States. - August 27, 2010 - New England Fertility Institute
CW Optics Announces Clinical Trial of Breakthrough Technology for Wound Imaging for Diabetics
CW Optics, Inc. announced today a clinical trial at Richmond's Chippenham and Johnston-Willis (CJW) Medical Center to investigate the safety and efficacy of WoundImager®, an advanced optical imaging device for monitoring the effectiveness of therapeutic management of chronic wounds caused by... - August 27, 2010 - CW Optics, Inc.
CW Optics Announces Clinical Trial of Breakthrough Technology for the Detection of Intravenous Infiltration
CW Optics, Inc. announced today the launch of a clinical trial at the Virginia Commonwealth University Health System to investigate the safety and efficacy of ivWatch®, a novel optical device for monitoring intravenous (IV) infusion sites for infiltration. Each year, there are approximately 150... - August 27, 2010 - CW Optics, Inc.
True Health to Engage Fans by Joining Facebook and Twitter
In order to offer another platform of communication for their customers and fans, True Health has joined Facebook and Twitter where individuals have access to breaking health news, general wellness discussions, educational videos, special offers and free reports covering a broad range of health concerns. - August 26, 2010 - True Health
Health Resources Goes Social
Joining the social networks Facebook and Twitter, leading nutritional supplement company Health Resources now has the ability to reach their loyal customers and offer a platform where they can discuss nutrition, supplementation, health concerns, breaking health news and more. - August 26, 2010 - Health Resources
Bio-Med QC Offers an Indiana Pharmacy Exclusive
Bio-Med QC has recently designed the most comprehensive and the most effective CSP quality assurance microbiology system available. The Bio-Shield AT system includes added value, on site training and saves you money over the alternative options that provide no microbiology support. Bio-Med QC has... - August 26, 2010 - Bio-Med QC