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Gaiatech Fuels Bags Navi Mumbai Municipal Transport Biodiesel Order
Gaiatech Fuels has been awarded the order from Navi Mumbai Municipal Transport for the supply of biodiesel for a period of one year. - January 11, 2009 - Gaiatech Fuels Pvt Ltd
AnaSpec Introduces New ClearPointTM beta-Amyloid Peptides
ClearPointTM peptides are AnaSpec’s trademark collection of heavy or stable isotope labeled peptides and amino acids. - January 11, 2009 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
Arete Brands Announces Release of OneUp, a Nutritional Supplement Founded on Neuroscience Research
New product designed for gamers promotes focus, energy and endurance without caffeine or sugar. OneUp asks the question, "Why accept a level playing field?" - January 10, 2009 - Arete Brands, LLC
BioPortfolio’s Website Traffic Increases Over 500%
BioPortfolio, the leading careers, news and information resource for the life sciences and pharmaceutical industries, experienced dramatic growth in website traffic in 2008. According to Compete™ Inc., a website that offers competitive website traffic metrics, BioPorfolio’s traffic... - January 10, 2009 - BioPortfolio
Art De Vivre Brings Miracle Fruit Wonders to Brazil in a Tie-Up with Miracle Fruit Plus
Miracle Fruit Plus ties up with Art de Vivre to bring miracle fruit tablets in Brazil. Miracle fruit tablets contain ingredients that makes foods taste sweeter and more palatable. People in Brazil can now enjoy the benefits of these miracle fruit tablets thanks to Art de Vivre's online distribution. - January 10, 2009 - Miracle Fruit Plus
AnaSpec’s Published References Pass 700
The number of published papers that cite AnaSpec’s products has passed 700. - January 09, 2009 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
Mississauga Cosmetic Surgery and Laser Clinic Has a New Informative Website and Facebook Page to Provide Patients Considering Cosmetic Procedures the Best Information
MCSC, a fully accredited surgical facility, and home of Dr. Michael Weinberg, a board certified Plastic Surgeon, has recently developed a website and facebook page, both of which are exceptionally informative and allow prospective patients to communicate directly with Dr. Weinberg. - January 08, 2009 - mississauga Cosmetic Surgery and laser clinic
ALLMAX Nutrition Announces the Launch of Its New Pre-Workout Formula – MUSCLEPRIME
MUSCLEPRIME is a cutting-edge pre-workout formula which primes your mind and body for the ultimate workout. - January 08, 2009 - Allmax Nutrition
BioSoteria’s Growth Continues with 29 New Clients in 2008
BioSoteria, the leading West Coast provider of drug safety and risk management consulting and educational services, showed significant growth in 2008 with 29 new clients for the year, more than doubling the clients from 2007. - January 08, 2009 - BioSoteria
”Sports Medicine and Coaching” Workshop to Be Held at Advanced Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, New Jersey
Orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Gerardo Goldberger, will host a workshop at Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, New Jersey with Multisport Coach, Tom Manzi. - January 02, 2009 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
MedPro Rx, Inc. Sponsors “Hearts for Hemophilia” Casino Night
Nancy McFarlane, president of MedPro Rx, Inc. (www.medprorx.com), a provider of specialty pharmacy services to clients with chronic illnesses, has announced that the pharmacy is a Jack of Hearts sponsor for Hemophilia of North Carolina’s “Hearts for Hemophilia” casino night. The... - January 01, 2009 - MedPro Rx, Inc.
Free PTSD and Trauma Relief for Returning Iraq and Afghanistan Soldiers
Joanne Callahan, President of the Association for Thought Field Therapy Foundation is pleased to announce free, much-needed PTSD, trauma and stress relief for those soldiers returning from war. These easily learned, self-applied techniques, Thought Field Therapy (TFT) are based on time-honored principles of both contemporary clinical psychology and Chinese medicine to conquer PTSD, trauma, anxiety, stress and fears. - December 27, 2008 - ATFT Foundation
New Research Shows That Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) Are Causing Leaks in the Lining of the Stomach
The research group of Dr. James Michael Mullin, Professor at the Lankenau Institute for Medical Research (LIMR), recently co-authored two papers that describe how proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) have been shown to compromise upper gastrointestinal (GI) barrier function. These studies provide new information about an unexpected potentially harmful side effect of taking PPIs. - December 24, 2008 - Lankenau Institute for Medical Research
Computer Forensics and Information Security Firm PivX Solutions Releases Year-End Update Letter from CEO Jason Coombs
A year-end update letter to stakeholders from PivX Solutions Inc CEO Jason Coombs details the company's results for 2008 and explains the outlook and challenges for an even better 2009. - December 23, 2008 - Adia Nutrition
Researchers Create Smaller, Brighter Probe, Tailored for Clinical Molecular Imaging and Tumor Targeting
Researchers have developed a new generation of microscopic particles for molecular imaging, constituting one of the first promising nanoparticle platforms that may be readily adapted for tumor targeting and treatment in the clinic. According to the investigators at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer... - December 22, 2008 - Hybrid Silica Technologies Inc.
AnaSpec Introduces Line of Fluorescent Probes for Nucleic Acids
AnaSpec carries a variety of premium quality stains, including cell-impermeant and cell-permeant nucleic acid stains. - December 21, 2008 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
University of New Brunswick and AnaSpec Present Poster at ASCB2008
AnaSpec, in collaboration with the U. of New Brunswick and the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC), presented a poster entitled, “The Expression and Activity of MMPs during Zebrafish (Danio rerio) Development." - December 20, 2008 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
Ground-Breaking Anti-Amnesic and Neuroprotective Effects of Alzheimer's Compound ANAVEX 1-41 Published in Journal of Neuropsychopharmacology
Anavex Life Sciences Corp. (OTCBB: AVXL), a biopharmaceutical company engaged in the discovery and development of novel therapeutics to treat Central Nervous System (CNS) diseases and cancer, announces that the anti-amnesic and neuroprotective effects of ANAVEX 1-41 are detailed in a paper... - December 19, 2008 - Anavex Life Sciences Corp.
AnaSpec Introduces Two New IRAK1 Antibodies – pThr 209 & 387
AnaSpec has introduced two new phosphospecific IRAK1 polyclonal antibodies – anti-IRAK1 (pThr 209) and anti-IRAK1 (pThr387). - December 18, 2008 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
Scin Boutique Launch Unique Range of Aromatherapy Candles
Scin Boutique has developed these unique candles – which owe their scent to the reminiscences and memories of Scin's founders, Anna and Nicky- as the perfect companions for a house creating its own wonderful memories this Christmas. - December 17, 2008 - Scin Boutique
Anavex Presents Potent Neuroprotective Effects of Anavex 1-41 at Neuroscience 2008
Anavex Life Sciences Corp., a biopharmaceutical company engaged in the discovery and development of novel therapeutics to treat Central Nervous System (CNS) diseases and cancer, was selected to present its latest results with ANAVEX 1-41 at Neuroscience 2008, the 38th annual meeting of the Society... - December 17, 2008 - Anavex Life Sciences Corp.
Baxa Announces 2009 Course Dates for Its STAR Center® Training Facility
Baxa Corporation announces record number of course dates for its STAR Center in 2009. Together with the United States Pharmacopeia (USP), the company plans 22 class sessions focused on pharmacy best practice in relation to USP 797 regulatory compliance and hazardous drug handling. The STAR Center, a premier facility designed for cleanroom and pharmacy practice demonstration, is located at the company’s headquarters south of Denver, Colorado. - December 17, 2008 - Baxa Corporation
Shedding Light on Winter Depression: Healthy Being LLC and Acupuncture Arts Team Up to Bring Sunshine in a Box to Seattle
Healthy Being LLC partners with Darla Rewers and Ancient Arts - Acupuncture Services to bring "Sunshine in a Box" to the Seattle market. Healthy Being founder and naturopath, Melissa Gallagher, created "Sunshine in a Box" due to her own challenges with winter depression. - December 17, 2008 - Healthy Being LLC
AnaSpec Introduces Industry’s First Fluorimetric Assay Kit for Aggrecanase-1 Activity Detection
AnaSpec has announced the release of the industry’s first fluorimetric assay optimized to detect ADAMTS-4 (aggrecanase-1) activity - the SensoLyteTM 520 Aggrecanase-1 Assay Kit. A FRET based assay, it is homogeneous and has an emission in the green range (Ex/Em= 490 nm/520 nm). The kit... - December 17, 2008 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
The Big Apple Just Got a Bit Sunnier This Winter as Willner Chemists Carries Sunshine in a Box, a Natural Mood Boosting Supplement Kit That Addresses Seasonal Depression
Willner Chemists, the oldest and largest natural Pharmacy in America, to carry Sunshine in a Box, a natural mood boosting supplement combo that addresses winter blues. - December 16, 2008 - Healthy Being LLC
Nancy McFarlane Named 2008 Women Extraordinaire
MedPro Rx, Inc. (www.medprorx.com), a provider of specialty pharmacy services to clients with chronic illnesses, has announced that Nancy McFarlane, president of the pharmacy, has been named a Women Extraordinaire 2008 recipient by Business Leader magazine. The Women Extraordinaire awards recognize... - December 11, 2008 - MedPro Rx, Inc.
Is Algae Oil Fuel or Nutrition?
New algae oil products are valuable as Omega-3 DHA Therapy™ [patent pending] for high triglycerides and serving diabetes. A recent international peer reviewed publication places a question mark on biodiesel from algae oil as a current business model for commercialization. The future remains to be seen. Now, in contrast, the report points to commercial viability instead in omega-3 nutritional oils. - December 10, 2008 - Source-Omega
GeneThera Will Test Raw and Processed Milk for Johne’s Disease Due to Evidence Linking Johne’s Disease to Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Chron’s Disease
GeneThera will test raw and processed milk for Johne’s disease due to evidence linking Johne’s disease to Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Chron’s disease starting January, 2009. GeneThera, Inc. (GTHR.PK), GeneThera announces it will soon begin testing of raw and processed milk... - December 10, 2008 - GeneThera Inc.
Spectrum Chemicals & Laboratory Products Announces Cash Back to All Employees Buying American Hybrid
All employees of Spectrum Chemicals & Laboratory Products are invited to buy an American made hybrid car for a monetary reward from Spectrum President. - December 10, 2008 - Spectrum Chemicals and Laboratory Prodcuts
Spectrum Chemicals & Laboratory Products Adds New Distribution Facility in NJ
Spectrum Chemicals & Laboratory Products is a manufacturer and distributor of fine chemicals and laboratory products with quality and delivery you can count on every time. Spectrum is announcing the grand opening of its state-of-the-art distribution facility in NJ. - December 10, 2008 - Spectrum Chemicals and Laboratory Prodcuts
Allegro 3D Biocontainers Available from Pall Life Sciences -- High Clarity, Gas Impermeable to Protect Products During Single-Use Biotech, Pharmaceutical Processes
Pall Allegro™ 3D biocontainers from Pall Life Sciences are available worldwide. Specifically designed to enhance the performance of the company’s single-use systems for large-scale biotechnology and pharmaceutical manufacturing applications. - December 10, 2008 - Pall Corporation
Functional Genetics, Inc. Announces Agreement with Elanco, a Division of Eli Lilly and Company
Functional Genetics, Inc., a biotechnology research and development company, announced today that it has reached a collaborative research, license and commercialization agreement with Elanco, the animal health division of Eli Lilly and Company. The agreement establishes the framework for... - December 09, 2008 - Functional Genetics, Inc.
Baxa Features Rapid-Fill™ Colored Labels, PACT™ Products, Exacta-Mix™ 2400 Compounders and Abacus™ Software at the ASHP Mid-Year Clinical Meeting
Baxa Corporation announces its focus on new Rapid-Fill ASF colored label and Productivity and Compliance Tools (PACT) products at the 2008 American Society of Health-System Pharmacists Mid-year Clinical Meeting and Exhibition beginning today at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. Also featured in Baxa booth #2249 are the Exacta-Mix™ 2400 Automated Compounder and Abacus™ TPN Calculation Software. - December 08, 2008 - Baxa Corporation
Mobile Urodynamics Group Expands Again in Southern California
Mobile Urodynamics Group continues its national expansion with additional account reps in California. - December 07, 2008 - Mobile Urodynamics Group
MedPro Rx, Inc. Releases Podcast on Scholarship Program for Students with Bleeding Disorders
Nancy McFarlane, president of MedPro Rx, Inc. (www.medprorx.com), a provider of specialty pharmacy services to clients with chronic illnesses, has announced the release of a podcast about the pharmacy’s “Education Is Power” scholarship program. In the podcast, Kathy... - December 06, 2008 - MedPro Rx, Inc.
Carmel Pharma/PhaSeal Exhibiting at Booth #1127 at ASHP MCM
Offerings Include Live Leakproof Integrity Test w/ Industry Thought Leaders, New Product Demos, Nintendo Wii Raffle and More. - December 05, 2008 - Carmel Pharma
DFccommission.com, a Maker of Commission and Sales Tools for Manufacturing Companies and Their Sales Channels, is Now Rolling Out a New Commission Management Software
DFcommission.com's New Online Commission software solves several headaches for manufacturer's representatives and manufacturers. Commission and Point of Sale (POS) data are imported right into the Software. Easily. Then Commission data is visible and usable for the business user to analyze data to ensure accurate and prompt payment. This tool, simple to use yet powerful, offers a high payback on the low monthly investment. - December 05, 2008 - DFCommission.com
AnaSpec Signs Distribution Agreement with Yope Biotechnology
AnaSpec and Yope Biotechnology Co. Ltd. today announced a non-exclusive distributor agreement that will allow Yope Biotechnology Co. Ltd. to distribute AnaSpec’s catalog and custom products throughout China. AnaSpec’s Director of Sales & Marketing, Violeta Rajkovska, noted,... - December 04, 2008 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
MedCepts Independent Medical Sales Representatives “Qualified” and “Successful”
MedCepts receives the results of a completed research project by MBA Classmates from UCLA Anderson School of Business as a result of the classmates research to explore the Sales Force Philosophies & Economics of utilizing Independent Medical Sales Representatives, selling on commission only, for the national promotion of a physician designed product. - November 30, 2008 - MedCepts
AnaSpec Signs Distribution Agreement with Biogenuix Medsystems
AnaSpec and Biogenuix Medsystems Pvt. Ltd. today announced a non-exclusive distributor agreement that will allow Biogenuix Medsystems Pvt. Ltd. to distribute AnaSpec’s catalog and custom products throughout India. AnaSpec’s Director of Sales & Marketing, Violeta Rajkovska, noted,... - November 28, 2008 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
MedPro Rx, Inc. Names Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing
Nancy McFarlane, president of MedPro Rx, Inc. (www.medprorx.com), a provider of specialty pharmacy services to clients with chronic illnesses, has announced that Brad Andrews has been named senior vice president of sales and marketing. In this position, Andrews works as part of the senior... - November 28, 2008 - MedPro Rx, Inc.
CLA Approved by the FDA as Food Product
CLA is a natural supplement that was recently approved for use as a food product by the FDA. This Omega-6 fatty acid has been found to promote fat burning and weight loss and may possess anti-carcinogenic properties. - November 27, 2008 - Allmax Nutrition
Happy Black Friday 2008 – ALLMAX Nutrition Promotes Incredible Deals
ALLMAX Nutrition offers some great deals and sales on Black Friday and Cyber Monday, including free shipping on all orders over $70. - November 27, 2008 - Allmax Nutrition
AnaSpec Introduces New Line of LL-37 GO™ Peptides
LL-37 peptides are AnaSpec’s latest addition to their expansive collection of research-ready, on-demand GO™ Peptides. - November 27, 2008 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
Accugenix Announces New CEO & President, Retains Former as R&D VP; Former COO Roger Nalepa Takes the Reins and Former CEO Doug Smith Refocuses on R&D
Accugenix, Inc. publicly announced today the promotion of former COO, Roger Nalepa, to the position of CEO & President, and the reassignment of former CEO Doug Smith to Vice President of Research & Development. Specializing in genetic microbial identification, the Delaware-based DNA... - November 27, 2008 - Accugenix, Inc.
S.L.E. Lupus Foundation Gala Celebrates Families United for a Cure
Mayor Bloomberg, South Pacific Star Kelli O’Hara, and CBS broadcaster Charles Osgood pay tribute to families at the S.L.E. Lupus Foundation's "Life Without Lupus" Gala on November 20, 2008. The nation’s largest annual benefit for lupus, held at the Marriott Marquis in New York City, raised millions of dollars for patient services, community outreach, and research to find better treatments and a cure for the systemic autoimmune disease. - November 25, 2008 - S.L.E. Lupus Foundation
Baxa Corporation Announces Co-Marketing Agreement with Industry Leaders Pharmacy OneSource, Inc, and ClinicalIQ, LLC
Announcing the collaboration of Baxa Corporation, ClinicalIQ LLC, and Pharmacy OneSource, Inc., bring greater understanding of, and compliance to, USP 797 for the healthcare industry. The alliance among these industry-leading companies provides health-system pharmacies with the tools to stay compliant with the standards set forth by USP. - November 24, 2008 - Baxa Corporation
Biotech Executive John Collar Named Executive Director of the Colorado BioScience Association, Effective December 8
Following an extensive national search, John Collar, Chief Operating Officer of Westminster-based Matrilinex, has been named Executive Director of the Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA), effective December 8, 2008. A seasoned senior executive, Collar has a background of solid corporate experience with a proven track record for strategic planning, managing to metrics, and c-level operational responsibilities. He succeeds Denise Brown, Founding Executive Director of CBSA, who retired Sept 30. - November 24, 2008 - Colorado BioScience Association
AnaSpec Releases 4 New Phosphospecific Anti-Tau Antibodies
AnaSpec is excited to announce the release of 4 more new phosphospecific anti-Tau antibodies. This represents the industry’s largest collection of anti-Tau antibodies - 17 phosphospecific and 9 non-phosphospecific antibodies. AnaSpec’s expertise in phosphopeptide synthesis combined... - November 23, 2008 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
MedPro Rx, Inc. Accepting Scholarship Applications
Nancy McFarlane, president of MedPro Rx, Inc. (www.medprorx.com), a provider of specialty pharmacy services to clients with chronic illnesses, has announced applications are now open for their “Education Is Power” scholarship program. The annual scholarships are open to United States... - November 22, 2008 - MedPro Rx, Inc.