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CureHIV Predicts Number of HIV Cases to Skyrocket
Dr. Hershline states that, baring a new preventative, CureHIV now predicts over 700 million worldwide HIV infected humans by the New Year 2018, as this global pandemic emerges. - July 15, 2007 - CureHIV
American Peptide Symposium Poster Describes Synthesis of Hydrocarbon-Stapled Peptides
At the 2007 annual conference of the American Peptide Society, AnaSpec presented a technical poster that described the facile synthesis of a hydrocarbon-stapled peptide. Asymmetric synthesis of (S)-Fmoc-α-(2’-pentenyl)-alanine was successfully accomplished via an Ala-Ni (II)-BPB-complex... - July 14, 2007 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
AnaSpec Presents Late-Breaking In Vivo Imaging Poster at American Peptide Symposium
At the 2007 annual conference of the American Peptide Society, AnaSpec presented a “late-breaking” technical poster that described in vivo imaging using a tissue-specific near infrared fluorescent peptide conjugate. Extracellular matrix proteins that contain the Arg-Gly-Asp (RGD)... - July 13, 2007 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
Cornerstone BioPharma, Inc. and SJ Pharmaceuticals, LLC Sign Co-Promotion Agreement
Cornerstone BioPharma™, the Triangle-based specialty pharmaceutical company currently focused on the development and commercialization of niche prescription medications in the respiratory arena, today announced it has signed a co-promotion agreement with SJ Pharmaceuticals (SJP). This... - July 12, 2007 - Cornerstone BioPharma
Second Annual “XanGo Cup” to Feature Pioneer Holiday RSL Friendlies with Elite Clubs Everton and Boca Juniors
Events Include Official Opening of RSL’s New XanGo Campus Practice Field - June 29, 2007 - XanGo, LLC
PharmaChem Publishes AnaSpec Article on Peptides as Antigens
The June issue of PharmaChem, an Italian journal covering the drug discovery industry, featured an article written by AnaSpec called “Peptides as Antigens.” The technical article, written by Dr. Daniel Li and Cecilia Po, outlines the advantages and methodologies behind using peptides as... - June 24, 2007 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
AnaSpec Introduces New SensoLyte™ Beta-Secretase Assay Kit
Leveraging one of the world’s largest collections of amyloid peptides, AnaSpec has introduced its latest development in novel solutions for amyloid-related research - the new SensoLyte™ 520 Beta-Secretase Assay Kit. Beta-secretase catalyzes a key step in the production of beta-amyloid... - June 22, 2007 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
MenScience Acne Spot Repair Gives New Meaning to "In Your Face"
For the majority of men, acne flare-ups do not end with the teen years. Whether it’s a lone pimple or a full-on breakout, acne is an irritating condition that plagues men throughout their lives. It’s because of this that MenScience has created a product that targets pimples and... - June 20, 2007 - MenScience Androceuticals
AnaSpec Introduces Industry’s First and Only Anti-MOG ELISA Kits
Drawing on its broad portfolio of MOG (35-55) and other multiple sclerosis (MS) experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis (EAE)-related peptides, AnaSpec has just released its new line of SensoLyte™ Anti - MOG ELISA Kits - the industry’s first and only anti-MOG ELISA kits. Myelin... - June 16, 2007 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
Metamize365 Introduced – Set to Combat the Over-Looked Issue of Metabolic Syndrome
Dr. Steven Lamm announced yesterday the introduction of his new dietary supplement, Metamize 365. The product is aimed to help combat the often-overlooked metabolic syndrome problem in the US. "Over 50% of Americans have a problem with their metabolism. This often leads to diabetes, heart... - June 13, 2007 - Metamize 365
AnaSpec Prepares Technical Poster about Beta-Secretase Assay for Experimental Biology 2007
At the 2007 Experimental Biology conference in Washington, DC, AnaSpec prepared a technical poster entitled, "A Sensitive Fluorimetric Assay for Detection of beta-Secretase Activity Using a Novel FRET Peptide Substrate." The poster documented the following findings: • A highly... - June 08, 2007 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
Summer Fun for Dad and Son This Father’s Day, Give a Dad a Gift That Shines
June ushers in Father’s Day and Sun Safety Week, so in honor of both, MenScience is awarding a ‘Dad that Shines the Brightest Award’. The winner will receive the entire MenScience Father’s Day sun care gift set, complete with the TiO2 Sunblock SPF 30, Advanced Lip... - June 01, 2007 - MenScience Androceuticals
Novel Agent for Reactive Metabolite Detection
Bioactivation of drug candidates resulting in chemically reactive, electrophilic metabolites have always presented a major challenge to pharmaceutical companies. Moreover, the measurement of these metabolites has been hampered by the lack of an effective quantitative method. QA-GSH is a novel new... - May 31, 2007 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
Xcelience Will Acquire New Technologies to Enhance Drug Development Processes
The Tampa-based Contract Research Organization signed a partnership that will form new opportunities in the pharmaceutical industry. - May 24, 2007 - Xcelience, LLC
Zoft Gum Company Launches New Product to Ease the Pain of Menopause
Zoft Menopause Gum offers relief for menopausal symptoms in a convenient chewing gum product. - May 23, 2007 - Zoft Gum Company
AnaSpec Introduces Line of Insulin Receptor Antibodies
The insulin receptor is a transmembrane receptor that belongs to the tyrosine kinase receptors class. It is a heterotetrameric glycoprotein composed of disulfide-linked subunits in a β-α-α-β configuration. This transmembrane receptor consists of 95kDa β-subunit, a single... - May 23, 2007 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
Industry’s First West Nile Virus Protease Assay Kits
While West Nile virus (WNV) has had significant outbreaks throughout the world since it was first identified, commercially available assay kits for the detection of WNV protease inhibitors had not been developed until now. With the SensoLyte™ series of WNV Protease Assay Kits AnaSpec, a... - May 17, 2007 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
Age Defying Collagen Capsule Made in NZ
Puraz Health’s product - 100% Collagen, contains pure collagen and is manufactured in New Zealand. The unique design of the capsules means that collagen can be distributed to where it may have depleted: to joints, ligaments and to the biggest organ, the skin. This means that collagen, in the past only available to plastic surgeons, is now available to the whole body in natural capsule form. - May 08, 2007 - Puraz Health
New Research Presented by MD Anderson and University of Utah Verifies Dry Connections with PhaSeal
New evidence-based research was presented at ONS Congress by MD Anderson and the University of Utah which concluded only the PhaSeal System confined the drug, thus proving the prevention of drug exposure from preparation through administration of hazardous drugs. - May 05, 2007 - Carmel Pharma
Carmel Pharma, Inc. Launches New PhaSeal Preparation Component
Carmel Pharma, Inc. launches their new Protector 28 (P28). This preparation component is the latest advancement of the PhaSeal System and is available now. - May 03, 2007 - Carmel Pharma
Personalized Lab Services, LLC Offers New, Next-Day HIV-1 Test with +99.9% Proven Accuracy
Personalized Lab Services, LLC that distributes the only U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved at-home HIV-1 test, announced today that it has begun providing next business day results for its Express HIV-1 Test System. The accelerated, next business-day results continue to provide the... - April 28, 2007 - Personalized Lab Services, LLC
MenScience Tackles Men's Heart Health with the Omega 3 Supplement Formula
Because of the many benefits displayed by Omega-3 in its role in men’s cardiovascular health, MenScience has created the Omega 3 Supplement Formula. Its pharmaceutical-grade formula incorporates a high dose (1500 mg) of Omega-3 fatty acids to help protect men’s cardiovascular health, promote healthy brain function and mood levels, and increase joint and muscle mobility. - April 26, 2007 - MenScience Androceuticals
Carmel Pharma Offers New Continuing Education Program
Carmel Pharma, manufacturers and distributors of PhaSeal, announced today that they are now offering an accredited continuing education (CE) program developed by STAT Educational Services, an accredited provider of continuing education for various healthcare professionals. - April 25, 2007 - Carmel Pharma
New Medical Breakthrough: FDA Approved Device Can Turn Deadly Oral Cancer Into Treatable Cancer
A new breakthrough technology sets new oral tissue screening standards, enabling cancerous lesions to be diagnosed that may be undetectable under regular overhead white dental lights. The new device, VELscope, uses blue excitation light and a specialized filter to help dental professionals screen... - April 24, 2007 - Dentistry For Health New York, PLLC
Interleukin & Chemokine Antibodies – Two Types of Cytokine Antibodies
Interleukin-32 (IL-32), whose expression is increased following activation by IL-2, was initially identified as a transcript (NK4) selectively expressed in lymphocytes and NK cells.1 - April 18, 2007 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
ABRF Poster Presents Comparison of Fluorescent Peptide Synthesis Methods
At the 2007 annual conference of the Association of Biomolecular Resource Facilities, AnaSpec presented a technical poster that compared the synthesis of a fluorescent peptide using two types of resins. The results of the poster indicated that the use of an unprotected resin was just as effective... - April 13, 2007 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
New Dye Solution for Far Red to NIR Imaging
Utilizing its proprietary HiLyte Fluor™ technology, AnaSpec has introduced dye solutions for far red to NIR imaging. AnaSpec’s HiLyte Fluor™ 647, HiLyte Fluor™ 680, and HiLyte Fluor™ 750 provide AnaSpec with a range of dyes that cover the spectrum. AnaSpec has also... - April 11, 2007 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
New Instant On-the-Spot Employee Drug Test
99.9% Accurate, FDA Cleared, Simple Mouth and Gum Swab Test - April 05, 2007 - Personalized Lab Services, LLC
AnaSpec Introduces AnaTag™ Protein Labeling Kits
The labeling of proteins and antibodies with fluorescent dyes can play a crucial role in flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry and fluorescent in-situ hybridization techniques. Incorporating its high performance HiLyte Fluor™ dyes in a ready-to-use kit, AnaSpec has introduce its new line of... - April 04, 2007 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
New Evidence-based Research will be Unveiled During 'Ask the Experts’ at ONS Congress in April
New evidence-based research for determining adherence to the NIOSH definition of a closed-system will be unveiled during ‘Ask the Experts’ at the ONS Congress on Wednesday, April 25 in Las Vegas, NV. ‘Ask the Experts’ will be held from 1pm-2pm on Wednesday, April 25 in the... - April 04, 2007 - Carmel Pharma
Dr. Robert Pastore Re-launches Nutritional Supplements Line with New Website
Pastore Formulations announces new site to showcase its expanding line of high end supplements. - March 28, 2007 - Pastore Formulations
The Only Test that Takes the Guesswork out of what Vitamins and Supplements your Body Needs
Why You May Need An Intracellular Vitamin Analysis - March 28, 2007 - Personalized Lab Services, LLC
AnaSpec Launches Optimized Website
In an effort to optimize the online experience of its customers, AnaSpec, a worldwide provider of integrated proteomics solutions, has moved its website to a faster, dedicated server. AnaSpec sales & marketing manager, Violeta Rajkovska, MBA, stated, “With the huge number of catalog... - March 28, 2007 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
Take the Guesswork Out of Choosing the Right Combination of Vitamins and Supplements
With the increasing popularity of vitamins and supplements, today's consumer now has more choices than ever before, and sometimes that means more confusion. To cut through the clutter, Puritan's Pride has created special vitamin and supplement package deals bundled together for specific age... - March 24, 2007 - Puritan's Pride
Two Leading Biotech Publications Report on Advaxis’ Listeria Platform Technology
Advaxis’ John Rothman Recognized as one of 20 Notable People in R&D - March 16, 2007 - Advaxis
Name Change: AnaSpec’s EnzoLyte is now SensoLyte™
AnaSpec, a worldwide provider of integrated proteomics solutions, announced today that the name of their flagship line of high-performance assay kits has been changed from EnzoLyte to SensoLyte™. AnaSpec sales & marketing manager, Violeta Rajkovska, MBA, noted, “The new name... - March 14, 2007 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
Xcelience Employs "CFS1200 Capsule Filling and Sealing Machine"
Xcelience's implementation of the CFS1200 will allow its formulation scientists the opportunity to accelerate the drug development timeframe. - March 13, 2007 - Xcelience, LLC
Actor Cheryl Hines is Tired of Counting Sheep to Sleep... And is Painting Them Instead
In insomnia news, actor and insomnia sufferer, Cheryl Hines, joins the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) Foundation to pull the covers off chronic insomnia. “Why Count on Sheep to Sleep?”, an educational initiative, supported by Sanofi-Aventis, raises awareness of sleep problems, causes of insomnia, and provides people with sleep solutions. Sleep disorders can be a serious medical condition characterized by difficulty falling asleep and staying asleep. - March 10, 2007 - Sanofi-Aventis
Pro-Tect, Inc. (PRTT.PK) Acquires License to Mitigator® Brand Products
Pro-Tect, Inc. (PRTT.PK) announced today that it has entered into a licensing agreement with American Natural Technology Sciences (ANTS) for the marketing rights to Mitigator's® technology. - March 09, 2007 - Pro-Tect, Inc.
Xcelience Completes Successful QP Audit of Production Facility for European Market
Xcelience achives its third successful audit. - March 09, 2007 - Xcelience, LLC
OmniActive Commissions New Plant in Pune, India to Export Patent Protected Products
OmniActive Health Technologies, a part of the Rs.600crore JV Mariwala group commissioned a new natural API (Active Pharmaceutical Intermediate) plant at the International Bio-Tech Park, Hinjewadi in Pune today. Responding to the rapid growth of business out of its facilities in Cochin and Thane,... - March 02, 2007 - OmniActive Health Technologies Pvt Ltd
Xcelience Debuts its Innovative and Interactive Forum: XpertXchange™
XpertXchange will initiate dialogue between Xcelience scientists and drug development professionals. - March 02, 2007 - Xcelience, LLC
Creating New Life Forms that May Help Eradicate Cancer Affecting Women
Instead of using the usual cancer-fighting modalities, surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation, researchers from a drug development company called Advaxis, have embarked on a novel approach to fighting cancer: Engaging the immune system to attack cancer in the same the way it would a flu vaccine, by... - February 27, 2007 - Advaxis
Carrington Laboratories and Racing Legend Johnny Rutherford Sign Endorsement and Personal Agreement
Carrington Laboratories, Inc. (Nasdaq: CARN) announced it has entered into a one-year endorsement and personal services agreement with racing legend Johnny Rutherford. The partnership provides a platform for Carrington to reach the rapidly growing and attractive racing enthusiast consumer... - February 17, 2007 - Carrington Laboratories
Herbveda.com – A Website for Selling Herbs
The company is manufacturer and wholesale suppliers of herbal products, herbal supplement, herbal food, herbal extracts, toiletries, cooking spices in India. - February 13, 2007 - Goenka Engg. & Ind. Pvt. Ltd.
HiTIS - Life Science & Biotech Intelligence, A Global Life Sciences Industry Focused Competitive Intelligence Firm, Launched Skin Diseases Drug Development Weekly
HiTIS - life science & biotech intelligence, a global life sciences industry focused competitive intelligence firm, launched Skin Diseases Drug Development Weekly while the American Academy of Dermatology held its 65th annual meeting. - February 12, 2007 - HiTIS - Life Science & Biotech Intelligence
Recent Scientific Testing Shows Noni Juice May Help Fight Cancer and Lower Cholesterol
Recent medical studies have shown that noni juice may possess anti-cancer properties, as well as the ability to lower cholesterol and triglycerides in smokers. Natures Products Ltd. recently re-launched their pure, organic noni juice, and other noni products, in the US market after success in European markets. The noni juice is available through www.noninz.com. - February 02, 2007 - Natures Products Ltd
New Hercampuri Herbal Supplement from Amazon Botanicals
Amazon Botanicals manufactures a new herbal supplement from the Hercampuri plant. Hercampuri is a herbal plant from Peru with a long tradition of use as a liver detoxifier and weight-loss aid. A preclinical study of Hercampuri at the University Nacional Mayor de San Marcos (Rojas, L., 1999);... - January 29, 2007 - Amazon Botanicals
New Catuaba herbal supplement from Amazon Botanicals
Amazon Botanicals manufactures a new Catuaba herbal supplement. Catuaba is a herbal aphrodisiac that grows in the north of Brazil and is an especially powerful female aphrodisiac. - January 29, 2007 - Amazon Botanicals
Zoft Gum Company Introduces Exciting New Weight-Loss Gum with Hoodia
New product from Zoft Gum Company, Zoft Hoodia Gum helps dieters lose weight safely and keep the pounds off. - January 18, 2007 - Zoft Gum Company