Biology News

AGA Research Foundation grant furthers digestive cancer research

5/18/2013
Bethesda, MD (May 19, 2013) The AGA Research Foundation is honored to announce the first AGA-Caroline Craig Augustyn and Damian Augustyn Award in Digestive Cancer, which will support Andrew D. Rhim, MD, from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, as he furthers his research on the role of Zeb1 in pancreas development, regeneration and cancer progressi... [Comments]

Coffee consumption associated with reduced risk of autoimmune liver disease

5/18/2013
Orlando, FL (May 18, 2013) Research presented today at Digestive Disease Week (DDW) explores new discoveries in liver disease research, with findings about the impact of coffee on autoimmune disease and palliative care for cirrhotic patients. While coffee consumption recently has been associated with reduced risk of fibrosis, a new study found that even a few more cups of java each month... [Comments]

Research examines new methods for managing digestive health

5/18/2013
Orlando, FL (May 18, 2013) Research presented at Digestive Disease Week (DDW) explores new methods for managing digestive health through diet and lifestyle. Individuals suffering from Crohn's disease are often plagued by reduced muscle strength, fatigue and poor quality of life. These symptoms can remain even when patients are in remission. A randomized, double blind, placebo-controlled... [Comments]

New research identifies risks, interventions for children's GI health

5/18/2013
Orlando, FL (May 18, 2013) An increasing number of U.S. children are experiencing gastrointestinal issues that require interventions to resolve, according to research presented at Digestive Disease Week (DDW). In one study targeting obesity, researchers at the Cleveland Clinic Children's Hospital found that obese children have a unique pattern of exhaled breath compared to their lean cou... [Comments]

New gut microbiome research to explore red meat -- colorectal cancer pathway

5/17/2013
Bethesda, MD (May 18, 2013) The AGA Research Foundation announced a new grant that intends to stimulate research into the relationship between the gut microbiota, one of today's most exciting areas of science, and digestive health and disease. The AGA Research Awards Panel selected Andrew T. Chan, MD, MPH and his colleagues from Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School,... [Comments]

Front-row seats to climate change

5/17/2013
By day, insects provide the white noise of the South, but the night belongs to the amphibians. In a typical year, the Southern air hangs heavy from the humidity and the sounds of wildlife. The Southeast, home to more than 140 species of frogs, toads and salamanders, is the center of amphibian biodiversity in our nation. If the ponds and swamps are the auditorium for their symphonic chor... [Comments]

New formula invented for microscope viewing, substitutes for federally controlled drug

5/17/2013
Researchers at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, and City University of New York have invented a proprietary new formulation called Visikol TM that effectively clears organisms to be viewed under microscopes. Visikol can be used in place of chloral hydrate, which is one of the few high-quality clearing solutions currently available but which is tightly regulated by the Drug Enfor... [Comments]

First Atlanta Science Festival set for 2014

5/17/2013
Atlanta residents of all ages will celebrate the science and technology of the region and its impact on our daily lives during the inaugural Atlanta Science Festival, March 22-29, 2014. With scientists, engineers and educators from local museums, corporations, K-12 schools and universities, the festival will host more than 40 different events for children and adults at venues across the city.... [Comments]

SUMO wrestling cells reveal new protective mechanism target for stroke

5/17/2013
Scientists investigating the interaction of a group of proteins in the brain responsible for protecting nerve cells from damage have identified a new target that could increase cell survival. The discovery, made by researchers from the University's School of Biochemistry and published in the EMBO journal with additional comment in Nature Reviews, could eventually lead to new therapies fo... [Comments]

The genome sequence of Tibetan antelope sheds new light on high-altitude adaptation

5/17/2013
May 17, 2013, Shenzhen, China---- Why Tibetan antelope can live at elevations of 4,000-5,000m on the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau? In a collaborative research published in Nature Communications , investigators from Qinghai University, BGI, and other institutes provide evidence that some genetic factors may be associated with the species' adaption to harsh highland environments. The data in this wo... [Comments]

New logistics services that will cut energy consumption and CO2 emissions

5/17/2013
The iCargo project (Intelligent Cargo in Efficient and Sustainable Global Logistics Operations) is aiming to cut CO2 emissions, thanks to an improvement in the efficiency of intermodal loading systems and the boosting of intelligent systems that assist decision making. It comprises 29 European organisations with experience in the logistics sector and in supply chain management. It has a budget... [Comments]

Medicine News

Feed Additives Market to Reach $19.5 Billion by 2017 at a CAGR of 3.8% - New Report by MarketandMarkets

5/19/2013
(PRWEB) May 19, 2013 The report “Feed Additives Market by Types, Livestock & Geography – Global Trends & Forecasts up to 2017” published by MarketsandMarkets, defines and segments the global animal feed additives market with analysis and forecasting of the global volume and revenue for the animal feed additives. It also identifies the driving and restraining factors for the global m... [Comments]

Fat Burning Diet | How “Fat Burning Furnace” Helps People Lose Their Weight Naturally And Fast – V-kool

5/19/2013
Seattle, Wa (PRWEB) May 19, 2013 Fat Burning Furnace developed by Rob Poulos is a new fat loss program that provides people with fat burning diet plans, training workouts, and step-by-step instructions. When people order this Fat Burning Furnace package, people will receive the Fat Burning Furnace manual, and other materials that they can download quickly. The Fat Burning Furnace manual i... [Comments]

Pradaxa Lawyers at Bernstein Liebhard LLP Report on Recent Status Conference in Federal Pradaxa Litigation

5/19/2013
New York, New York (PRWEB) May 19, 2013 The Pradaxa lawyers at Bernstein Liebhard LLP note that a Case Management Conference was recently convened for hundreds of Pradaxa bleeding lawsuits pending in a federal multidistrict litigation now underway in U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois. According to Minutes posted on the Court’s website on May 14th, the Conference addresse... [Comments]

Dogs Becoming Part of the Family: Dog Bite Injuries Decreasing

5/19/2013
Amenia, NY (PRWEB) May 19, 2013 Americans live closer to their dogs than ever before. According to the newest American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) U.S. Pet Ownership and Demographics Sourcebook, more than two-thirds of American dog owners consider their dog a member of the family, up from the 53.5% of owners who had said as much five years earlier. According to the American Pe... [Comments]

Green Acre Aquaponics Introduces a Revolutionary Approach to Farm Education and Commercial Aquaponics

5/19/2013
Denver, Colorado (PRWEB) May 19, 2013 Farming methods have changed many times since man planted the first seed in the ground 10,000 years ago. Most recently, the Green Revolution has transformed farming and dramatically increased farm productivity by using genetically engineered seeds and by applying chemical fertilizers and pesticides. But we are now seeing a backlash to these techniques d... [Comments]

Berkeley, CA Periodontist, Dr. Keith Chertok Now Treats Gum Disease Patients With Laser Gum Surgery Prior to Placing Dental Implants

5/19/2013
(PRWEB) May 19, 2013 Dr. Keith Chertok now provides gum disease patients with a new alternative to help fight their unhealthy gums and increase the chance of a healthier smile. Laser gum surgery or the Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure (LANAP) not only removes diseased gum tissue in patients, but it also stimulates bone growth and strengthens the jaw bone for dental implants. L... [Comments]

Weight Loss Secrets | How “The Fat Loss Code” Helps People Gain A Healthy Life And Get In Shape - Health Review

5/19/2013
Seattle, WA (PRWEB) May 19, 2013 The Fat Loss Code program developed by Shawn Stevenson covers newly updated weight loss secrets that help people get in shape, and gain a healthy life regardless of their age, gender, and body shape. The program also is a natural fat loss system that provides people with effective fat loss diet plans. Besides, the author of this fat loss diet program claim... [Comments]

VegasHotelEscapes.com Announces Special Vegas Packages For Billboard Music Awards

5/19/2013
Las Vegas, Nevada (PRWEB) May 19, 2013 Vegas Hotel Escapes, the premier Las Vegas travel agency , is proud to announce the launch it's all new vacation packages for the upcoming Billboard Music Awards at the MGM Grand on 5/19/2013. Consumers traveling to Las Vegas will be pleased to see the all new special pricing available on VegasHotelEscapes.com's website. Travelers will be plea... [Comments]

A Safe & Homeopathic Yeast Infection Relief by Yeastrol Now Available at HealthCareSupplementz.com with Massive Discount

5/19/2013
Los Angeles (PRWEB) May 19, 2013 Yeast infections are common in both men and women. These bacterial infections can appear in sensitive areas of the human body. A new yeast infection treatment product has been released online by Yeastrol. This new formula provides a unique method of application to help eliminate over growth of the candida organism. This new spray solution is now provided to... [Comments]

How To Increase Memory Power | How “Agora Health Limited” Helps People Improve Their Memory Naturally And Effectively – Health Review

5/19/2013
Seattle, Wa (PRWEB) May 19, 2013 Agora Health Limited developed by Rachael Linkie is a new brain training program that covers guides on how to increase memory power naturally and effectively. The program also is an innovative memory training method that helps people re-new their entire health from the inside out. It also helps them fight stress and beat depression caused by a fatigued min... [Comments]

Exciting New Skin Brushes at Sublime Beauty® Bring Health and Beauty Benefits; Celebrities and Models Know the Secret

5/19/2013
St. Petersburg, FL (PRWEB) May 19, 2013 Exciting new Skin Brushes are available from Sublime Beauty ®, who is reintroducing a great practice known through the ages but is a lost art today. "Skin Brushing, also known as dry body brushing, has so many benefits for our health and beauty," says Kathy Heshelow, founder of Sublime Beauty®. "We love that circulation and l... [Comments]

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