Biology News

Frontiers news briefs: May 23

5/23/2013
Frontiers in Plant Science Automated conserved noncoding sequence (CNS) discovery reveals differences in gene content and promoter evolution among grasses Within the genome of each species, there are thousands of stretches of DNA that undergo little change in position and sequence over millions of years, but do not code for any proteins. Some of these evolutionarily stable seque... [Comments]

The world's favorite fruit only better-tasting and longer-lasting

5/23/2013
Tomatoes, said to be the world's most popular fruit, can be made both better-tasting and longer-lasting thanks to UK research with purple GM varieties. "Working with GM tomatoes that are different to normal fruit only by the addition of a specific compound, allows us to pinpoint exactly how to breed in valuable traits," said Professor Cathie Martin from the John Innes Centre. The rese... [Comments]

PNNL staff recognized for scientific accomplishments, moving technologies into the marketplace

5/23/2013
RICHLAND, Wash. Pacific Northwest National Laboratory honored more than 165 staff for their creation, development and commercialization of intellectual property at PNNL's annual Intellectual Property Commercialization Recognition & Rewards Program banquet. The Department of Energy national laboratory named materials scientist Jun Liu Inventor of the Year for his work developing battery... [Comments]

Reforestation study shows trade-offs between water, carbon and timber

5/23/2013
More than 13,000 ships per year, carrying more than 284 million tons of cargo, transit the Panama Canal each year, generating roughly $1.8 billion dollars in toll fees for the Panama Canal Authority. Each time a ship passes through, more than 55 million gallons of water are used from Gatun Lake, which is also a source of water for the 2 million people living in the isthmus. However, the a... [Comments]

Emory, Georgia Tech receive first human exposome center grant in US

5/23/2013
Investigators at Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University, along with partners at the Georgia Institute of Technology, have received a $4 million grant over four years to establish the HERCULES Center at Emory University (Health and Exposome Research Center: Understanding Lifetime Exposures). The grant is the first exposome-based center grant awarded in the United States. The H... [Comments]

UCI study reveals new mechanism for estrogen suppression of liver lipid synthesis

5/23/2013
By discovering the new mechanism by which estrogen suppresses lipid synthesis in the liver, UC Irvine endocrinologists have revealed a potential new approach toward treating certain liver diseases. With this finding, Dr. Ellis Levin and colleagues believe they are changing long-held views in the field. Study results appear in the May 21 issue of the journal Science Signaling . "The d... [Comments]

Biochemistry: Unspooling DNA from nucleosomal disks

5/23/2013
The tight wrapping of genomic DNA around nucleosomes in the cell nucleus makes it unavailable for gene expression. A team of Ludwig-Maximilians-Universitaet (LMU) in Munich now describes a mechanism that allows chromosomal DNA to be locally displaced from nucleosomes for transcription. In higher organisms the genomic DNA is stored in the cell nucleus, wrapped around disk-shaped particles c... [Comments]

Schools should provide opportunities for 60 minutes of daily physical activity to all students

5/23/2013
WASHINGTON Given the implications for the overall health, development, and academic success of children, schools should play a primary role in ensuring that all students have opportunities to engage in at least 60 minutes per day of vigorous or moderate-intensity physical activity, says a new report from the Institute of Medicine. Recent estimates suggest that only about half of school-age... [Comments]

Using big data to identify prostate cancers and best treatments

5/23/2013
Some prostate cancer patients unnecessarily undergo surgery or harsh treatments because science fails to identify the differences between slow-growing and aggressive forms of the disease. Researchers at Case Western Reserve University and Johns Hopkins Medical Institutes are developing technology that allows patients to safely choose to do nothing, opt for relatively mild treatments or take dr... [Comments]

Schools should provide students with daily physical activity, IOM recommends

5/23/2013
HOUSTON (May 23, 2013) A new report from the Institute of Medicine says schools should be responsible for helping pupils engage in at least 60 minutes of vigorous or moderate intensity activity during each school day. No more than half of American youth meet current evidence-based guidelines of at least an hour of vigorous or moderate intensity physical activity daily, according to the r... [Comments]

First successful treatment of pediatric cerebral palsy with autologous cord blood

5/23/2013
Bochum's medics have succeeded in treating cerebral palsy with autologous cord blood. Following a cardiac arrest with severe brain damage, a 2.5 year old boy had been in a persistent vegetative state with minimal chances of survival. Just two months after treatment with the cord blood containing stem cells, the symptoms improved significantly; over the following months, the child learned to... [Comments]

Medicine News

Hormone replacement therapy -- clarity at last!

5/24/2013
The British Menopause Society and Women's Health Concern have today released updated guidelines on Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) to provide clarity around the role of HRT, the benefits and the risks. The new guidelines appear in the society's flagship title, Menopause International , published by SAGE. Over the last 11 years, HRT has changed from being branded the "elixir of youth" t... [Comments]

Create and Win the Perfect Halifax Getaway with the All-New Itinerary Builder

5/24/2013
Halifax, NS (PRWEB) May 24, 2013 Today marks the launch of Destination Halifax’s latest contest, showcasing the all-new online Itinerary Builder. The redesigned and enhanced Itinerary Builder will help visitors to Halifax easily create unique vacation itineraries on their computer or mobile device that they can send, save, and share. The interactive tool allows users to fill in thei... [Comments]

DiaperBuys.com Announces Photo Contest Winners

5/24/2013
Wixom, MI (PRWEB) May 24, 2013 DiaperBuys.com is pleased to announce the winners of its recent Cute Baby Photo Contest. Lindsey Willis of Olathe, Kansas, won the grand prize: a six-month supply of Cuties-brand diapers from DiaperBuys. Second prize was a three-month supply of Cuties diapers and was awarded to Heather Tacher, North Las Vegas, Nev.; and third prize, a one-month supply, went t... [Comments]

Register to Access Webinar Playback - The Impact of Financial Regulation on M&A in 2013

5/24/2013
London, UK (PRWEB) May 24, 2013 Wednesday, 15th May 2013 | 10am BST | 5pm HKT Duration: 60mins Register to access webinar playback: http://bit.ly/10Rt0ZH Ongoing regulatory changes are likely to touch every corner of the financial markets. Across the globe and particularly in Europe, a number of these new regulatory regimes will very probably affect M&A activity . For dealm... [Comments]

2013 Alleged Zithromax Arrhythmia and Sudden Death Cases Update: Canadian Health Officials Issue Warning

5/24/2013
San Diego, CA (PRWEB) May 24, 2013 http://www.resource4thepeople.com/defectivedrugs/Zithromax-lawsuits.html Resource4thePeople is informing consumers today of the latest update involving allegations that the use of the popular antibiotics Zithromax and Zmax SR (azithromycin) can allegedly cause potentially fatal irregular heart rhythms. The Canadian Broadcasting Company reported on... [Comments]

Bridal Buy launches new 2013 bridesmaid dresses

5/24/2013
(PRWEB) May 24, 2013 Bridal Buy , a leading wedding dress online supplier, was pleased to announce new 2013 bridesmaid dresses are available in its wedding dresses 2013 collection. All 2013 bridesmaid dresses are handcrafted, featured as fine fabrics, elegant beading, and exquisite embroidery. “Embroidering a wedding dress takes great skill and an eye for detailed designs. However, o... [Comments]

HCG EZ Drops Announces 21 Pounds in 21 Days Money-Back Guarantee

5/24/2013
American Fork, Utah (PRWEB) May 24, 2013 HCG EZ Drops has been in the HCG industry for several years now and is excited to announce it’s new weight loss initiative. “We are so confident in the diet and in our product that we are offering our customers their money back if they don’t lose 21 pounds in one cycle of HCG,” says Dave Sherwin, CEO of HCG EZ Drops. “The HCG Diet consists of 21 d... [Comments]

Scott Tischler of Tischler Brothers Fitness Unveils the 7 Rules to a Healthy Diet

5/24/2013
Monroe Wisconsin (PRWEB) May 24, 2013 Scott Ryan Tischler of Tischler Brothers Fitness recently helped his younger brother, Troy Tischler, lose 200 lbs. of fat in just over a year. Not only did Scott Ryan Tischler teach his younger brother the importance of exercising. Scott also taught Troy the importance of a healthy diet. By sticking to these 7 rules of healthy eating and having a regula... [Comments]

Local Mobility Dealer Hosts Nashville Recording Artist

5/24/2013
Tea, SD (PRWEB) May 24, 2013 IMED Mobility, a premier provider of wheelchair vans and mobility products, is hosting a concert by Nashville recording artist Michelle Murray on Thursday, June 20th 2 p.m to 5 p.m. The concert is part of the “My Finish Line” music and movie tour, which shares the story of Sam Schmidt, an INDYCAR driver who was paralyzed in a crash on the track in 2000. Muc... [Comments]

short prom dresses Offers Abnormally Low Discount on Its New Collections

5/24/2013
UK (PRWEB) May 24, 2013 The leading retail brand Short Dresses has recently announced its 50% discount offer on short prom dresses . Now that is quite unbelievable, especially in view of the high quality that is standard with the brand name since its origin. The retailer has already revealed its wider breadth of collections in prom dresses. And now this huge discount offer will be an add... [Comments]

Dermasis Psoriasis Treatment Cream for Men and Women Released Online at HealthCareSupplementz.com

5/24/2013
Los Angeles,Ca (PRWEB) May 24, 2013 Psoriasis treatment cream has been released online for men and women courtesy of Dermasis.com. This new FDA registered company is now offering its natural solution to help ease the itching, burning and appearance of Psoriasis infected skin. Dermasis has launched its new psoriasis treatment cream for men and women online. This soothing cream is designed... [Comments]

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