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Resveratrol Cited as Key to Slowing the Aging Process in Barbara Walters Special
Resveratrol is key to living to be 150 years old. Scientists have found that resveratrol works on a gene called SERT1 that controls the aging process. While the company that is making a synthetic version of resveratrol is in Phase One of clinical trials, people can get an all-natural form of resveratrol in a supplement called NutraGrape. It is available online at www.nutragrape.com. - April 08, 2008 - NutraGrape
expEDIum Claim Scrubber Integration with ClaimWare to Provide EDI Claims for Collection Agencies
iTech Workshop (iTech), a data integration company with focus on healthcare, announces the launch of their desktop EDI creation tool integrated with ClaimWare, the healthcare receivables follow-up software from Healthware Inc. Healthware Inc, a Wyoming based healthcare solution provider will act as... - April 06, 2008 - expEDIum
“Sports Injuries of the Knee”- Dr. Gregg S. Berkowitz, MD, a Freehold Orthopedic Surgeon, Lectures at the New CentraState Ambulatory Campus
Orthopedic Surgeon Gregg S. Berkowitz, MD of Freehold, New Jersey will present a lecture on knee injuries that can occur while participating in sports activities. The lecture is free to the public. Dr. Berkowitz is a partner and Orthopedic Surgeon at Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, New Jersey. Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute presents many lectures in Monmouth County, New Jersey. - April 04, 2008 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
CureHIV Seeks Funding for LiSAVIOR from Bill and Melinda Gates' Grand Challenges to Cure HIV
Dr. Roger Kenneth Hershline PhD MD, Global Humanceuticals, Inc and CureHIV apply to Bill and Melinda Gates' Grand Challenges in Global Health to fund the new HIV non-traditional drug LiSAVIOR. Current drug and vaccination treatments do not treat the growth of HIV in the gastrointestinal tract. - April 02, 2008 - CureHIV
Free Stress Test Reveals Personal Stress Level
Doctor-created stress test allows individuals to analyze their own stress flash points. - March 31, 2008 - Rhodaptin
"USP Chapter 797: Understanding the Revisions” Technical Paper by Baxa Corporation’s Mike Hurst Now Accessible on Expert411.com for Media and Professional Reference
The “USP Chapter 797: Understanding the Revisions” technical paper, authored by Baxa Corporation’s Mike Hurst, RPh, MBA, is now accessible at Expert411.com for media and professional reference. USP Chapter 797 became official on January 1, 2004. The first major revision was released on December 3, 2007, following years of soliciting feedback and the review of hundreds of responses by the USP Sterile Compounding Committee. June 1, 2008 is the effective date for the new standards. - March 31, 2008 - Baxa Corporation
AnaSpec Offers Fluo-3 - a High Affinity Fluorescent Calcium Indicator
Calcium plays a vital role in the specific and selective regulation of major cellular processes and is central in the regulation of cardiac contractility, growth and gene expression. Calcium indicators are small molecules that can respond to the binding of Ca2+ ions by changing their spectral... - March 29, 2008 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
Trevigen Launches LDEV Free Basement Membrane Extract
Trevigen launches LDVE Free Basement Membrane Extract within its Cultrex® product line of Cell Differentiation and Angiogenesis products. Basement Membrane Extract (BME) can be used for promotion and maintenance of a differentiated phenotype in a variety of cell cultures including primary... - March 29, 2008 - Trevigen, Inc.
Baxa Corporation Launches Call for Research Papers
Baxa to offer unrestricted educational grants for research studies on the usage and benefits of the new PadLock® Set Saver. Grants will be awarded for research intended for presentation at the INS, AVA, APIC or similar meetings and/or publication in the Journal of Infusion Nursing, Journal of Vascular Access, American Journal of Infection Control or similar publications. - March 28, 2008 - Baxa Corporation
Avanti Therapeutics Launches Chikujee Therapeutics, a Targeted Drug Delivery Company
Avanti Therapeutics, a privately held biopharmaceutical company, said it has incubated and launched a new bionanotechnology company for targeted drug delivery called Chikujee Therapeutics. Chikujee Therapeutics hopes to commercialize nanomedicines using its proprietary, cell specific targeted drug... - March 28, 2008 - Chikujee Therapeutics
The Neuro Signaling Foundation, Broomfield, Colorado
Breakthrough technology instructs cancer cells to die, announces the Neuro-Signaling Foundation - a new method of detecting, recording and re-programming cell communication codes to fight cancer. - March 27, 2008 - The Neuro-Signaling Foundation
AnaSpec Introduces Suite of Labeled & Unlabeled Anti-Actin Antibodies
AnaSpec has introduced a suite of labeled and unlabeled anti-Actin antibodies. - March 26, 2008 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
President of Resveratrol, Inc. Interviewed on Two Radio Programs about NutraGrape™
Ron Newcomb, president of Resveratrol, Inc., spoke about the nutritional and health benefits of muscadine grape seeds on two recent radio shows. Resveratrol, Inc. is a nutraceutical company that produces NutraGrape™, a muscadine grape seed antioxidant supplement and NutraGrape’sTM The... - March 25, 2008 - NutraGrape
AnaSpec Introduces New Technical Support Solution
This month AnaSpec introduced a significantly improved online technical support resource for its website users. AnaSpec's new Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Page now offers a searchable database of solutions that offers a more convenient and more comprehensive solution for technical support needs. - March 22, 2008 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
Steriods on Barcode
Simple barcodes come of age. Immunoassays on barcodes seamlessly convey medical and drug abuse results, track patient progress and even alert patients of impending health problems. - March 20, 2008 - Prognosys LLC
AnaSpec Introduces Phosphopeptide Standards Kit
AnaSpec has introduced a dependable tool for the analysis and characterization of phosphorylated peptides – AnaSpec’s Phosphopeptide Standards Kit. - March 19, 2008 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
Biopharma Innovators Syntaxin Wins Top Honours at 2007 Interactive Media Awards
Biopharma firm Syntaxin's new website has won a very prestigious IMA award which recognises great design, technical innovation and accessibility compliance within the interactive media industry. - March 19, 2008 - Syntaxin Ltd
Baxa Corporation Announces Safe Handling and Preparation of Hazardous Drugs Course Offering at Its STAR Center Training Facility
Baxa Corporation announces a new course offered in its renowned STAR (Skills, Training, Academics and Resources) Center facility for nurses, physicians and pharmacists who prepare and handle hazardous drugs. The 10-hour course combines hands-on experience with regulatory compliance and industry best practice to provide the most complete training in hazardous drug compounding and safe handling available. - March 17, 2008 - Baxa Corporation
AnaSpec Introduces 58 New Antibody Products
Continuing to rapidly expand its antibody offerings, AnaSpec has added fifty-eight (58) new antibody products to its growing collection. Anti-PTEN (pSer385) (polyclonal) - Cat# 29642-025, 25 µg Host: rabbit polyclonal; Species Reactivity: human; rat; mouse; Applications: IP; WB;... - March 16, 2008 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
Sneha Diagnostics Plans to Open 10 State of the Art Medical Diagnostics Centers Across AP, India
Sneha Diagnostics (medical diagnostics company based in Ongole, AP, India) unveils its plans to open 10 modern diagnostic centers across AP, India. - March 15, 2008 - Sneha Diagnostics
Dr Alan Nasar’s Public Lecture “Joint Preservation, The Importance of Physical Activity” Provokes Lively Discussion at the Atlantic Club, Wall, NJ, on March 12th
Alan S. Nasar, MD, presented a free public lecture on the vital role of exercise in joint health Wednesday, March 12th, at the Atlantic Club, Wall, NJ. “Joint Preservation; The Importance of Physical Activity,” attracted a full crowd at 11:30am. Dr Nasar is one of the team of orthopedic surgeons from Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, NJ, offering a number of public lectures on joint health to the communities of Freehold, Wall and Jackson during Spring. - March 14, 2008 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Smokeless Cigarette to Revolutionize Smoking Industry, Beat Bans
Shafa Herbal Solutions announces healthy smoke-free cigarettes ready for worldwide distribution. - March 14, 2008 - Shafa Herbal Solutions
Inflation Proof Your Health with Fruit Advantage
Fruit Advantage, America’s leading super fruit brand, offers the industry’s first price lock guarantee on its complete line of super fruit supplements. - March 13, 2008 - Fruit Advantage
NCSRT Launches DiaSync for Improved Yield, Lower Cost in Harvest, Concentration, and Diafiltration of Biomolecules
At the Antibody Development and Production meeting in San Diego, CA March 12, 2008, NCSRT is launching its DiaSync process for biomolecules from fermentation, cell culture, or extraction. Utilizing concurrent processing technology and the patented SmartFlow™ TFF technology, DiaSync provides... - March 12, 2008 - NCSRT, Inc.
CEAT Sells 7 Acres Land in Bhandup for Rs. 130 Crores
CEAT Ltd, the flagship company of the 13,500 crore RPG Group and one of India’s leading tyre manufacturers has today signed an agreement with M/s. Ashford InfoTech Limited for development of a vacant portion of about 7 acres of land located at Village Road in Bhandup, Mumbai. The proceeds of... - March 12, 2008 - RPG
Now Available on CD: Baxa Corporation Exhibitor’s Theatre, The Pros and Cons of Standardized Parenteral Nutrition, from ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting
Colorado-based pharmacy products manufacturer, Baxa Corporation now has a CD available of the presentation, 'The Pros and Cons of Standardized Parenteral Nutrition” recorded live at the annual American Society of Health-System Pharmacists Midyear Clinical Meeting in Las Vegas. Presenter Gordon S. Sacks, PharmD, FCCP, BCNSP discusses the research related to parenteral nutrition compounding and the recommendations for best practice. - March 10, 2008 - Baxa Corporation
Device Promises to Heal the World's Sleep Problems
Those seeking better sleep without drugs look to technology that guarantees deeper, more recuperative sleep and enhanced daytime productivity. - March 09, 2008 - EarthPulse Tech, LLC
AnaSpec Introduces New SensoLyte™ Cathepsin D Activity Assay Kits
AnaSpec has introduced a new series of SensoLyte™ Cathepsin D Activity Assay Kits to address the issue of autofluorescence interference. - March 09, 2008 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
The Americans Can’t Stop Talking About It
Does the glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate combination have a positive effect on arthritis? - March 08, 2008 - Institute of Nutrition
Trevigen Launches Anti-8-oxo-dG Monoclonal Antibody (Clone 2E2)
DNA damage caused by oxidative radicals is associated with aging, inflammation, carcinogenesis, Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s diseases. When exposed to oxidative radicals, 8-hydroxy-2’-deoxyguanosine (8-oxo-dG) is formed and can serve as a sensitive indicator of physiological and... - March 06, 2008 - Trevigen, Inc.
AnaSpec Introduces Two Novel Amino Acids
AnaSpec has introduced two novel amino acids that offer additional tools and functionality for peptide chemists. - March 05, 2008 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
Equiade Brings Pet-Friendly, Effective Supplements to Amazon.com
Equiade, Inc., maker of animal and human supplements, is pleased to announce its products are now available through Amazon.com. - March 05, 2008 - Equiade, Inc.
Otava Ltd. and Institute of Genetics and Molecular Medicine at University of Edinburgh Announce Research Collaboration
Otava Ltd., a leading Ukrainian company that specializes in drug discovery technologies, and Institute of Genetics and Molecular Medicine at University of Edinburgh, Cancer Research UK-p53 Signal Transduction Laboratories (UK), have announced plans for an integrated research project focused on a... - March 02, 2008 - OTAVA Chemicals Ltd.
FDA Approves Pristiq for the Treatment of Adult Patients with Major Depressive Disorder
The FDA has approved PRISTIQ (desvenlafaxine), an SNRI, to treat adult patients with major depressive disorder (MDD). Wyeth expects to begin shipping PRISTIQ to wholesalers beginning in the second quarter of 2008. - March 01, 2008 - Wyeth Pharmaceuticals
Innovative Device Offers Proactive Approach for Preventing Blindness: MacuScopeTM Assesses Risk of Developing Macular Degeneration, Aids in Prevention
MacuChek, a medical technology company based in West Bloomfield, Mich., has pioneered a device that is the first available to eye care professionals to aid in the prevention of the leading cause of legal blindness, macular degeneration which affects approximately 30 million worldwide. The first... - March 01, 2008 - MacuChek
Colorado Biosciences Get Boost, Advancing Major Economic Development Program
The Colorado House gave a big boost to a critical economic development project on Tuesday. A bill expanding Colorado’s much lauded Bioscience Discoveries Grant Program passed the House by an initial voice vote. House Bill 1001, sponsored by State Representative Jim Riesberg (D-Greeley), will make $26.5 million available in grants over the next five years. HB 1001 will provide as much as $150,000 per project to Colorado research institutions, accelerating the development of new technologies. - February 28, 2008 - Colorado BioScience Association
AnaSpec Introduces 9 New Antibody Products
AnaSpec added nine new antibody products to its growing collection. - February 28, 2008 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
From Tragedy to Triumph
Local man beats all odds after life altering car accident, dedicates his life to helping seniors see better. - February 27, 2008 - Macular Health
Former Manchester City Lord Mayor Has Hope and Quality of Life Restored at New Beike Stem Cell Facility
Shenzhen Beike Biotechnology Co., Ltd. (http://www.beikebiotech.com), the world leader in the use of umbilical cord stem cells to successfully treat a variety of illnesses, announced that Audrey Jones, the former Lord Mayor of Manchester, has returned today to the United Kingdom (UK) with... - February 26, 2008 - Shenzhen Beike Biotechnology Co., Ltd.
“Joint Preservation, The Importance of Physical Activity” - Dr. Alan Nasar, Freehold Orthopedic Surgeon, Lectures at the Atlantic Club, Wall, NJ, on March 12th
Freehold orthopedic surgeon Alan S. Nasar, MD, will present a free to the public lecture on the vital role of adequate physical activity in joint preservation on Wednesday, March 12th, at the Atlantic Club, Wall, NJ. Dr Nasar is one of the team of orthopedic surgeons from the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, New Jersey, who will present a number of public lectures on joint health in the New Jersey communities of Freehold, Wall and Jackson, from now through Spring - February 25, 2008 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Freehold Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Alan Nasar Delivers a Welcomed Message "Joint Replacement Like Never Before" at the Freehold Senior Center, Freehold, NJ
Freehold orthopedic surgeon Alan S. Nasar, MD discussed advances in joint replacement surgery in his public lecture “Joint Replacement Like Never Before” given at the Freehold Senior Center, Freehold, NJ, Wednesday, February 20th. Dr Nasar is one of the team of orthopedic surgeons from the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, New Jersey, who have committed to present regular, free to the public lectures on joint health to local communities during the next 5 months. - February 24, 2008 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
AnaSpec Introduces 5 New Peptide Synthesis Reagents
AnaSpec added five (5) new peptide synthesis reagents to its combinatorial chemistry collection. - February 24, 2008 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
Preserving Your Joints; Freehold Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Alan Nasar Stresses Staying Active in a Lecture at the Westlake Golf and Country Club in Jackson, NJ
Freehold orthopedic surgeon Alan S. Nasar, MD stressed the vital role of adequate exercise for joint preservation to members of the local community, on Thursday, February 21st, at the Westlake Golf and Country Club, in Jackson, NJ. Dr Nasar is one of the team of orthopedic surgeons from the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, N.J., who will present a number of public lectures on joint health in the New Jersey communities of Freehold, Wall and Jackson into Spring. - February 24, 2008 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Mini Thin Rush Brand of Energy Products to Invigorate the Night of 100 Stars Oscar Gala
Revolutionary New Products Provide Shot of Instant Energy to Past Oscar Winners & Nominees at Official Viewing Party for the 80th Annual Academy Awards - February 23, 2008 - BDI Marketing
Food Industry Discovers New Technology to Kill E-coli & Salmonella
Food processors explore NAV-CO2 technology following nationwide outbreaks of foodborne illness and product recalls. - February 22, 2008 - Biomist, Inc.
Website Proclaims - "Quit Smoking in One Week"
Shafa Herbal Solutions Declares New Website Operational - February 22, 2008 - Shafa Herbal Solutions
Dr. Alan Nasar, Orthopedic Surgeon at the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, Freehold, NJ, Participates in Health and Safety Week at Hillel Yeshiva
Alan S Nasar, MD, orthopedic surgeon at the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, NJ, participated in Health and Safety Week at Hillel Yeshiva Elementary School, Ocean, New Jersey, Wednesday February 13th, with a special presentation on childhood fractures or broken bones. Head of the Elementary School, Dr. Ruth Katz and Rabbi Avi Bodlander, Assistant Principal, were present throughout the presentation and welcomed Dr Nasar’s participation in the program. - February 21, 2008 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Mamaherb.com Launches New Interactive Online Community for Natural Health Consumers
Mamaherb.com announced today the launch of the world’s first health website managed solely by online members who are passionate to learn and share information with others about natural health and wellness. Through this member driven website, users can post personal reviews of their first... - February 21, 2008 - Mamaherb.com
AnaSpec Introduces Collection of Channel Blocker Peptides
AnaSpec has introduced its selection of channel blocker peptides. - February 21, 2008 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
Mini Thin Rush Liquid Energy Shot Signs on as Exclusive Energy Drink Sponsor of Nikki Beach & Nikki Style Magazine's 3rd Annual Model Volleyball Tournament
Revolutionary New Energy Drink Partners with the Ultimate Beach Club Brand and Affluent Lifestyle Magazine to Further Reach Out to and Create Buzz Among Top Trendsetters and Consumer Influencers. - February 21, 2008 - BDI Marketing