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High-resolution Genomic Microarrays Allow Rapid Diagnosis Of Birth Defects In Children
A pediatric research team has used commercially available gene chips to scrutinize all of a patient's chromosomes to identify small defects that cause genetic diseases. Because currently used genetic tests usually cannot detect these abnormalities, the new research may lead to more accurate diagnosis of congenital diseases, including puzzling disorders that lead to mental retardation. [click link (Wed, 14 Jun 2006 23:07:47 GMT)
N.C. House budget-at-a-glance
Highlights of the House's $18.9 billion spending plan for the 2006-07 fiscal year given tentative approval Wednesday. The monetary figures reflect adjustments to the two-year budget the Legislature approved last year. (Thu, 15 Jun 2006 02:00:47 GMT)
TGen to fund research
TGen announces Kristin Hornaday Fund for melanoma research. TGen is committed to a $10 million multi-center ''Manhattan Project'' for melanoma research. The Hornaday fund is expected to provide support for pilot projects. (Thu, 15 Jun 2006 03:47:25 GMT)
Is It Time to Reexamine Iron Content in Infant Formula?
Neonatal mice fed the equivalent amount of iron used in human infant formula develop Parkinson's-like neurodegeneration as they age. (Thu, 15 Jun 2006 05:26:39 GMT)
Picarro Demonstrates 25x Improvement in Reliability of 488-nm Laser Over Current Industry Standard
Picarro announces the results of a reliability study of its solid-state 488 nm lasers for bio-instrumentation. The study shows a 25x improvement in laser lifetime compared to industry-standard argon-ions lasers. This level of reliability enables the end user to reduce instrument down time and save thousands of dollars on operating costs. (PRWEB Jun 15, 2006) (Thu, 15 Jun 2006 07:13:31 GMT)
Banner ousts 2 top execs
The top two people at the state's largest hospital, Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center, have been asked to leave. (Thu, 15 Jun 2006 07:46:21 GMT)
CombiMatrix Announces $50 Million Equity Financing Commitment
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.----June 15, 2006--Acacia Research Corporation announced today that it has executed a standby equity distribution agreement for up to $50 million in common stock equity financing from Cornell Capital Partners, LP for its CombiMatrix group. (Thu, 15 Jun 2006 10:00:00 GMT)
Bioscience High is open to all kids
Starting June 21, incoming freshman, regardless of where they live, can apply to attend the new Bioscience High School in Phoenix. Until now, enrollment was limited to students who live within the Phoenix Union High School district students. (Thu, 15 Jun 2006 10:50:56 GMT)
Celera Genomics to Webcast Its Analyst and Investor Meeting on Thursday, June 22, 2006
ROCKVILLE, Md.----June 15, 2006--Celera Genomics Group , an Applera Corporation business, announced today that it will webcast its Analyst & Investor Meeting in New York, NY, on Thursday, June 22, 2006. (Thu, 15 Jun 2006 11:00:00 GMT)
Nanogen Releases Enterovirus Reagent Employing Newly Patented Hybridization Technology
Nanogen, Inc. , developer of advanced diagnostic products, announced today that it has expanded its product portfolio to include the MGB Alert ENV real-time PCR reagent, designed to detect sequences associated with enteroviruses. (Thu, 15 Jun 2006 12:00:00 GMT)
A*STAR and the Australian National University establish immunology research collaboration
A*STAR's Centre for Molecular Medicine (CMM) and The Australian National University's Australian Phenomics Facility (ANU APF) have established an immunology research partnership focusing on autoimmune diseases, including Type 1 Diabetes. (Thu, 15 Jun 2006 13:12:01 GMT)
Servicing the Bio-IT sector
SPOTLIGHT: Anuradha Acharya, Ocimum Biosolutions' founder, plans to turn it into $100 million company by 2010. (Thu, 15 Jun 2006 16:35:50 GMT)
TriMark Publications Announces Release of Its Bioinformatics Markets Report
TriMark Publications (http://www.trimarkpublications.com), a global leader in the biotechnology, healthcare and life sciences publishing, announces the release of its Bioinformatics Markets report. The life science informatics marketplace—known as bioinformatics—is set to expand as high-tech companies infiltrate this arena and biopharmaceutical companies incorporate key informatic solutions into (Thu, 15 Jun 2006 17:25:58 GMT)
TriMark Publications Announces Release of Its Bioinformatics Markets Report
New York, NY (PRWEB) June 15, 2006 -- TriMark Publications (http: (Thu, 15 Jun 2006 17:41:00 GMT)
Potentially 1000s of 'brain drain' scientists would help home countries if system to do so created
Potentially thousands of expatriate scientists and academics from developing countries would willingly contribute to scientific development and innovation in their countries of origin if simply there were effective mechanisms created to help do so. (Thu, 15 Jun 2006 17:57:21 GMT)
Adult Stem Cell Research At UB Targets Damaged Hearts
A specialist in stem cell biology at the University at Buffalo has received a $1.98 million grant from National Institutes of Health to investigate the potential of bone marrow-derived adult stem cells to treat the serious heart malfunction known as hibernating myocardium. [click link for full article] (Thu, 15 Jun 2006 18:04:29 GMT)
Alpha Innotech and CombiMatrix Diagnostics Combine Products in a Marketing Agreement
SAN LEANDRO, Calif.----June 15, 2006--Alpha Innotech Corp. , a leading provider of bioanalytical systems for drug discovery and life science research, today announced a marketing agreement with CombiMatrix Molecular Diagnostics to mutually promote and distribute an integrated analysis solution for Comparative Genomic Hybridization. (Thu, 15 Jun 2006 19:01:00 GMT)
N.C. House budget-at-a-glance
Highlights of the House's $18.9 billion spending plan for the 2006-07 fiscal year given final approval Thursday. The monetary figures reflect adjustments to the two-year budget the Legislature approved last year. (Thu, 15 Jun 2006 22:15:38 GMT)
LIAI finding gives boost to bioinformatics use in fighting disease
SAN DIEGO – (June 16, 2006) The use of computers to advance human disease research – known as bioinformatics -- has received a major boost from researchers at the La Jolla Institute for Allergy & Immunology (LIAI), who have used it to successfully predict immune response to one of the most complex viruses known to man – the vaccinia virus, which is used in the smallpox vaccine. (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 03:58:14 GMT)
VBI, EML Research launch simulation software for modeling biochemical, systems biology networks
Blacksburg, Va., June 16, 2006 – EML Research and the Virginia Bioinformatics Institute (VBI) at Virginia Tech today announced the launch of the COPASI simulation software. (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 03:58:16 GMT)
Researchers Identify Roles Of Gene Mutations Causing Lupus In Mice
In two related studies, researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have pinpointed defective genes in mice responsible for triggering the mysterious autoimmune disease lupus, which prompts the body's immune system to mistakenly attack healthy organs and tissues. (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 04:10:01 GMT)
Cray Signs $200 Million Contract to Deliver World's Largest Supercomputer to Oak Ridge
Cray Inc. (NASDAQ: CRAYD) announced today thatthey have signed a multi-year contract with the U.S. Department of Energy's(DOE) Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) to provide the world's firstpetaflops-speed (1,000 trillion floating-point operations per second)supercomputer. (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 05:45:54 GMT)
Agencies prepare for pandemic flu
Local experts encourage individual, family and community planning in the case of such a disaster. For many scientists, the question is winding down to when, and not if, the next influenza pandemic will occur. In the New River Valley, clinical psychologist Dorinda Miller is in charge of planning a response to such a disaster. She is the Montgomery-Floyd Chapter of the American Red Cross' board (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 05:48:12 GMT)
Nanogen Releases Enterovirus Reagent Employing Newly Patented Hybridization Technology
Nanogen, Inc. (Nasdaq:NGEN), developer of advanced diagnostic products, announced today that ithas expanded its product portfolio to include the MGB Alert(TM) ENVreal-time PCR reagent, designed to detect sequences associated withenteroviruses. Prevalent in summer and fall, enterovirus infections cause awide spectrum of diseases and are the most common cause of asepticmeningitis. [click link for (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 07:06:38 GMT)
DNA test to clear up Confucius confusion
Chinese claiming Confucius for an ancestor can now use a genetic test to prove a direct blood connection to the grandfather of Chinese social mores, a state newspaper said on Friday. (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 08:45:37 GMT)
Chandler planning biotech facility
Chandler officials don't want to place all of their economic development eggs in one basket - instead, they want to hatch some in a $15 million bioscience technology "incubator." (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 11:42:49 GMT)
VLST Corporation Raises $55 Million
VLST Corporation, a Seattle-based biotechnology company focused on the development of therapeutics for autoimmune and inflammatory disorders, today announced it has raised $55 million in a Series B financing. (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 12:00:00 GMT)
DNA Test to Clear Up Confucius Confusion
SHANGHAI -- Chinese claiming Confucius for an a (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 13:14:44 GMT)
DNAPrint Genomics Ancestry Test, Given as Father's Day Present by Detroit Free Press Columnist, Solves Old Family
DNAPrint Genomics, Inc. today announced that a newspaper columnist's quest to unravel an old family mystery was solved with a Father's Day gift -- the Company's ANCESTRYbyDNA test. (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 13:22:03 GMT)
Bioinformatics Successfully Predicts Immune Response To One Of The Most Complex Viruses Known
The use of computers to advance human disease research -- known as bioinformatics -- has received a major boost from researchers at the La Jolla Institute for Allergy and Immunology (LIAI), who have used it to successfully predict immune response to one of the most complex viruses known to man -- the vaccinia virus, which is used in the smallpox vaccine. Immune responses, which are essentially (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 13:39:45 GMT)
DNA test to clear up Confucius confusion
Chinese claiming Confucius for an ancestor can now use a genetic test to prove a direct blood connection to the grandfather of Chinese social mores, a state newspaper said Friday. (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 14:27:01 GMT)
New Analytical Techniques Developed To Quantify Composition Of Fake Anti-malarials
Researchers led by the Georgia Institute of Technology are developing novel analytical chemistry techniques to detect and quantify the contents of counterfeit anti-malarial drugs and other fake pharmaceuticals. The manufacture and distribution of these fake medications is a growing problem in third-world countries, where the mosquito-borne illness malaria is widespread. [click link for full (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 15:04:18 GMT)
LIAI Finding Gives Boost To Bioinformatics Use In Fighting Disease
The use of computers to advance human disease research - known as bioinformatics -- has received a major boost from researchers at the La Jolla Institute for Allergy & Immunology (LIAI), who have used it to successfully predict immune response to one of the most complex viruses known to man - the vaccinia virus, which is used in the smallpox vaccine (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 15:29:38 GMT)
VLST Corporation Raises $55 Million
SEATTLE, June 16 /PRNewswire/ -- VLST Corporation, a Seattle-based biotechnology company focused on the development of therapeutics for autoimmune and inflammatory disorders, today announced it has raised $55 million in a Series B financing. (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 16:08:47 GMT)
Bio-IT Briefs
June 16, 2006 | Rosetta Genomics and Rockefeller University have signed a licensing agreement that will allow Rosetta Genomics to access nearly 180 proprietary microRNAs from Rockefeller University. (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 16:18:31 GMT)
Biosite Announces Presentation at Nasdaq's 17th Annual Investor Program
Biosite Incorporated today announced that Gunars Valkirs, Ph.D, senior vice president, Biosite Discovery, will discuss the Company's operating environment, products and research and development activities at Nasdaq's 17th Annual Investor Program. (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 18:00:00 GMT)
Research program targets genetic causes of disease
Teams at two Atlantic Canadian universities have received additional resources to find causes of genetic diseases, including those that afflict children. (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 19:50:28 GMT)
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Press launches CSH Protocols
New Online Methods Site Offers a Community-Driven Resource Featuring the Latest Web Technology. Cold Spring Harbor, New York (June 16, 2006) - Today, Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Press launched CSH Protocols, a new, online methods journal in molecular and cell biology. (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 20:00:34 GMT)
First Lady helps Kyl with campaign fundraiser
First Lady Laura Bush helped incumbent Republican Sen. Jon Kyl raise approximately $500,000 at a Scottsdale fundraiser Friday. (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 21:40:16 GMT)
Updated - Affymetrix to Webcast Presentation at the Nasdaq 17th Investor Program Healthcare Forum
SANTA CLARA, Calif.----June 16, 2006--Affymetrix, Inc. today announced that Greg Schiffman, Executive Vice President and CFO, will provide a company overview at the Nasdaq 17th Investor Program Healthcare Forum in London, UK. (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 23:31:00 GMT)
DNA test to clear up Confucius confusion
Chinese citizens can now get a simple DNA test to see if they have a direct blood connection to Confucius, the fifth-century BC social philosopher. (Sat, 17 Jun 2006 00:05:33 GMT)
Rosetta and Rockefeller enter microRNA agreement
Rosetta Genomics has secured a licensing agreement that will allow it to access nearly 180 microRNAs from Rockefeller University. Rosetta may be able to use the microRNAs to advance its pipeline of diagnostic tools for a variety of diseases. (Sat, 17 Jun 2006 01:25:17 GMT)
DNA Test to Identify Confucius' Descendants
Chinese claiming Confucius for an ancestor can now use a genetic test to prove a direct blood connection to the grandfather of Chinese social mores, a state newspaper said Friday. (Sat, 17 Jun 2006 07:12:49 GMT)
It's a tough job to stay current in science
WOODS HOLE, MASS. – "Are you reading 'Biology for Dummies'?" A graduate student looks at me in disbelief, incredulous that a science writer from a big newspaper needs a layman's guide to get through a course called "Frontiers in Reproduction." (Sat, 17 Jun 2006 10:18:45 GMT)
Clinical Genetic Evaluation of the Child With Mental Retardation or Developmental Delays
By Moeschler, John B; Shevell, Michael ABSTRACT This clinical report describes the clinical genetic evaluation of the child with developmental delays or mental retardation. (Sat, 17 Jun 2006 12:06:30 GMT)
Scottsdale dad runs for school board
A father from Laguna Elementary is the first outside candidate to announce his run for one of two open seats on the Scottsdale Unified School District governing board. Dieter Schaefer, outgoing president of the Scottsdale Parent Council, is gathering signatures to put his name on the Nov. 7 ballot. (Sat, 17 Jun 2006 15:27:33 GMT)
WATCHDOG Scientific advances promise personalised, integrated healthcare
Advances in life sciences, especially the successful mapping of the entire human genetic code in 2001, look set to change the face of modern medicine and healthcare in coming decades, according to Swiss pharmaceutical giant Roche. (Sat, 17 Jun 2006 17:18:35 GMT)
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Chinese claiming Confucius for an ancestor can now use a genetic test to prove a direct blood connection to the grandfather of Chinese social mores, the Shanghai Morning Post said Friday. (Sun, 18 Jun 2006 04:06:07 GMT)
Boca Raton resident participating in FSU 2006 Young Scholar program
Diana Li dreams of having a job where she can help others each day. "I would like to be a doctor or have some profession in the science field," said Li, a senior at Atlantic Community High School in Delray Beach. (Sun, 18 Jun 2006 04:11:09 GMT)
Survey: Arizonans see value of science
Arizonans support a future economy built on science and technology-at least according to one survey out by an Arizona State University think tank. (Sun, 18 Jun 2006 04:30:31 GMT)
DNA may clear Confucius confusion
SHANGHAI, China (Reuters) -- Chinese claiming Confucius for an ancestor can now use a genetic test to prove a direct blood connection to the grandfather of Chinese social mores, a state newspaper said on Friday. (Sun, 18 Jun 2006 07:55:16 GMT)
Agencies Prepare for Pandemic Flu
By Maithili Chitnavis maithili.chitnavis@roanoke.com 381-1648 For many scientists, the question is winding down to when, and not if, the next influenza pandemic will occur. (Sun, 18 Jun 2006 09:03:09 GMT)
DNA to help pick descendants of Confucius
BEIJING - A Chinese research institute is setting up a DNA database to make it easier to determine who can rightfully claim to be a descendant of ancient philosopher Confucius, state media said Sunday. (Sun, 18 Jun 2006 11:34:48 GMT)
DNA to help pick descendants of Confucius
BEIJING - A Chinese research institute is setting up a DNA database to make it easier to determine who can rightfully claim to be a descendant of ancient philosopher Confucius, state media said Sunday. (Sun, 18 Jun 2006 11:49:48 GMT)
Confucius descendants to be identified by DNA tests
Beijing: Chinese scientists will verify through DNA tests whether those who claim to be descendants of Confucius actually belong to the lineage of the founder of Confucianism. (Sun, 18 Jun 2006 12:33:23 GMT)
UC Davis faculty receive accolades
The scholars chosen for this year's Academic Senate and Academic Federation awards at UC Davis, reflect the breadth of faculty expertise and dedication to students and society. The information presented here is taken from nomination forms and biographies. (Sun, 18 Jun 2006 17:15:03 GMT)
DNA to help pick modern descendants of ancient Chinese sage Confucius
A Chinese research institute is setting up a DNA database to make it easier to determine who can rightfully claim to be a descendant of ancient philosopher Confucius, state media said. (Sun, 18 Jun 2006 19:44:15 GMT)
Bioinformatics used to advance human disease research
The use of computers to advance human disease research - known as bioinformatics -- has received a major boost from researchers at the La Jolla Institute for Allergy & Immunology (LIAI). (Sun, 18 Jun 2006 19:49:16 GMT)
Northwestern Team Develops 'MRI' For Fuel Cells
As gasoline prices top $3 a gallon in major cities, the drive toward increasing energy efficiency and reducing air pollution has accelerated, and the development of fuel cells has become a major focus worldwide. Now a research team led by a Northwestern University materials scientist has produced the first three-dimensional images of the interior of a fuel cell -- providing a new tool for the (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 03:24:41 GMT)
Knowledge firms slowly grow in Valley economy
Phoenix has made strides in attracting knowledge economy businesses over the past two years, but still trails other competitive markets in the race to capture these important economic drivers. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 04:07:28 GMT)
E. Coli Research Identifies Two New Keys To Regulation Of Bacterial Gene Expression
The cellular process of transcription, in which the enzyme RNA polymerase constructs chains of RNA from information contained in DNA, depends upon previously underappreciated sections of both the DNA promoter region and RNA polymerase, according to work done with the bacterium E. coli and published today (June 16) in the journal Cell by a team of bacteriologists from the University of (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 04:09:42 GMT)
Cells Use Mix-and-match Approach To Tailor Regulation Of Genes
Transcription factors bind to upstream sequences of genes to turn the expression of those genes on or off. A new class of pharmaceuticals are being designed to selectively block that binding and researchers at UCSD report results that could aid that drug-discovery approach. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 04:10:44 GMT)
TGen arm begins work with local software firm
The wind may be shifting for local companies providing support services for Arizona's growing biotech industry. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 04:21:07 GMT)
Acacia Technologies Acquires Rights to Patent for Software License Management Technology
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.----June 19, 2006--Acacia Research Corporation announced today that Acacia Patent Acquisition Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary that is part of the Acacia Technologies group, a leader in technology licensing, has acquired rights to a patent relating to software license management technology. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 10:00:00 GMT)
New Program Creates National Buzz
By Anonymous When White House officials informed Northern Kentucky University President Dr. James Votruba that President George W. Bush had accepted Votruba's invitation to visit, university officials were elated. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 10:09:39 GMT)
STEM CELLS(R), the Journal, and Invitrogen Join to Create STEM CELLS(R) Young Investigator Award
DURHAM, N.C. & CARLSBAD, Calif.----June 19, 2006--The Senior Editors of the journal STEM CELLS® today announced the creation of the STEM CELLS® Young Investigator Award. This award will be given to a scientist age 40 or younger who is the principal author of the qualifying STEM CELLS paper from the past year judged to be most important. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 12:00:00 GMT)
SAS(R) Drug Development Adds Genomic-Analysis Capabilities
PHILADELPHIA----June 19, 2006--SAS, the leader in business intelligence, today announced new genomic-analysis capabilities for its flagship life sciences offering, SAS® Drug Development http://www.sas.com/industry/pharma/develop/index.html. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 12:00:00 GMT)
Imagin Nuclear Partners Receives Regulatory Approval from Medicare and Medicaid with Beth Israel and Manhattan Nuclear
NEW YORK----June 19, 2006--Imagin Molecular Corporation announced today that Imagin Nuclear Partners a wholly owned subsidiary of Imagin Molecular Corporation has received regulatory approval to bill Medicare and Medicaid for PET imaging services. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 12:50:00 GMT)
Ciphergen Names Chief Scientific Officer
Ciphergen Biosystems, Inc. announced today that Eric T. Fung, M.D., Ph.D. has been promoted to the position of Chief Scientific Officer. In his new position, Dr. Fung will be responsible for setting the strategic direction of Ciphergen's clinical development programs, integrating these programs with the Company's research and development efforts, and helping drive growth strategies in the (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 13:00:00 GMT)
Sticky Surfaces Turn Slippery With the Flip of a Molecular Light Switch
Changing a surface from sticky to slippery could now be as easy as flipping a molecular light switch. Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute have created an "optically switchable" material that alters its surface characteristics when exposed to ultraviolet (UV) light. The new material could have a wide variety of applications, from a protein filter for biological mixtures to a tiny valve (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 13:22:14 GMT)
Sticky surfaces turn slippery with the flip of a molecular light switch
Troy, N.Y. – Changing a surface from sticky to slippery could now be as easy as flipping a molecular light switch. Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute have created an "optically switchable" material that alters its surface characteristics when exposed to ultraviolet (UV) light. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 14:12:22 GMT)
Application of Sentinel Principle in bladder cancer published in Clinical Cancer Research
ChondroGene Limited announced today that a paper entitled "Novel Blood Biomarkers of Human Urinary Bladder Cancer" was published in the June issue of Clinical Cancer Research. The paper describes the use of ChondroGene's Sentinel Principle in a study to identify blood-based biomarkers for use in differentiating between bladder cancer and other genitourinary cancers, and between bladder cancer (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 14:38:00 GMT)
Hidden Dimensions - Everyone Needs a Supercomputer, Part I
John Martellaro looks at High Performance Computing (HPC), and Apple's role in this industry. It was the summer of 2003, and university staff members in the computer science department at Virginia Polytechnic Institute in Blacksburg, Virginia had just heard Steve Jobs announce the G5 at WWDC.. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 15:57:10 GMT)
BioMachines Partners With CapitalBio in China
BioMachines Inc., a biotech company that develops, manufactures and sells advanced automation tools to accelerate drug discovery and development, today announced the signing of an exclusive distribution agreement with CapitalBio Corporation of Beijing, China. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 16:04:00 GMT)
Ciphergen Names Chief Scientific Officer
FREMONT, Calif., June 19 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ciphergen Biosystems, Inc. announced today that Eric T. Fung, M.D., Ph.D. has been promoted to the position of Chief Scientific Officer. In his new position, Dr. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 16:07:07 GMT)
BioMachines seals deal to sell products in China
A Carrboro biotechnology firm that develops drug discovery machines is expanding its footprint into China. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 16:17:37 GMT)
FDA, diagnostics industry seek to remedy genetic testing snags
During the three years since the Human Genome Project completed the first map of the human genome, genetic testing and personalized medicine have found many supporters within the IVD industry. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 17:57:55 GMT)
It's a tough job to stay current in science
WOODS HOLE, MASS. – "Are you reading 'Biology for Dummies'?" A graduate student looks at me in disbelief, incredulous that a science writer from a big newspaper needs a layman's guide to get through a course called "Frontiers in Reproduction." (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 18:48:42 GMT)
Teen escapes friend’s fate
Hiking survivor formerly of Columbia. The son of a former Columbia couple has been released from a Salt Lake City hospital after suffering severe injuries from a mountain climbing accident that left his friend dead. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 19:06:14 GMT)
Genetic Engineering News Reports on Pharmaceutical Productivity Decline
NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y.----June 19, 2006--Despite numerous advances in biotechnology, a serious gap remains between R&D and productivity in the pharmaceutical industry, reports Genetic Engineering News . (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 19:19:00 GMT)
Imagin Molecular Corporation Has Agreement to Use Cadenza Software for Imaging Center Business
OAK BROOK, Ill.----June 19, 2006--Imagin Molecular Corporation , a developer of coronary artery disease reversal and prevention centers and hospital joint venture partner, announced today that it has agreed to license rights from Positron to use Cadenza's diagnostic data acquisition software. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 20:38:00 GMT)
Eight Professors Recognized for Teaching Excellence
RIVERSIDE, Calif. (www.ucr.edu) -- Eight professors at the University of California, Riverside were recognized during weekend commencement ceremonies for their exceptional teaching skills. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 20:56:56 GMT)
Single Copy Of Parkinson's-risk Gene Mutation May Lead To Earlier Symptom Onset
Mutations in a gene already known to play a role in causing an inherited form of Parkinson disease may also influence the age at which symptoms of the neurological disorder appear. While inheriting two abnormal copies of the parkin gene has been associated with the development of early-onset Parkinson's, a new study from a multi-institutional team finds that even a single mutated copy of parkin (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 22:10:39 GMT)
Beijing shopgirl could be descendant of Confucius
Popular belief has it that Kong Tao, a 24-year-old sales assistant living in Beijing, is a descendant of Confucius, the Great Sage. But now the Chinese Academy of Science has said it is willing to offer DNA tests to the shopgirl and others claiming Confucius as an ancestor. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 01:00:50 GMT)
Interleukin Genetics Initiates Study of IL-1 Variations and Incidence of Early Stroke in Italian Population;
Interleukin Genetics, Inc. (AMEX:ILI) announced (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 01:04:40 GMT)
Imagin Molecular Corporation Has Agreement to Use Cadenza Software for Imaging Center Business
Imagin Molecular Corporation (OTCBB:IMGM), a developer of coronary artery disease reversal and prevention centers and hospital joint venture partner, announced today that it has agreed to license rights from Positron to use Cadenza's diagnostic data acquisition software. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 01:05:30 GMT)
Research designed to reduce the need for antibiotics in poultry industry
A University of Melbourne scientist is studying the complex interactions of genes in an organism that causes major respiratory illnesses in chickens – a move which could lead to more effective vaccines and drastically reduce antibiotic use in the poultry industry. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 01:34:49 GMT)
Ocimum Bio sets up German subsidiary to tap European market
Ocimum Biosolutions, a life sciences RD enabling company, has set up its German subsidiary in Ebersberg (Germany) in a bid to expand its presence in the European market. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 02:48:45 GMT)
Receptor Holds The Key To Mosquito Immune Response
Researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health have identified a gene in the Anopheles gambiae mosquito's DNA that is central to the insect's ability to defend against infectious pathogens, including Plasmodium, the parasite that causes malaria in humans. Potentially, a mosquito with an enhanced capacity to recognize and kill Plasmodium would be unable to transmit malaria. The (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 04:09:31 GMT)
When It Comes To Gene Transcription, Random Pauses Aren't Quite So Random, Study Finds
Of the thousands of proteins produced in our cells, few are as important as the enzyme RNA polymerase (RNAP), which has the unique ability to faithfully copy genetic information from DNA. Now a team led by Stanford University sciemists has solved part of puzzle. In a June 16 study in the journal Cell, the research team discovered that a molecule of RNAP makes frequent pauses at specific sites (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 04:10:01 GMT)
Molecular Mechanism Of A Diabetes Vaccine Revealed
A team of researchers led by Prof. Irun Cohen of the Weizmann Institute of Science Immunology Department has revealed the molecular mechanism of a vaccine for Type 1 diabetes. The new findings should help amplify the effectiveness of the vaccine, which is currently in advanced stages of clinical trials. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 04:10:11 GMT)
16 research centers to get state funding
Sixteen university research centers will receive funding for 2006-07 through the state's Centers of Excellence program. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 06:12:47 GMT)
Genomics may cut sleep ills
Human genes are remarkably similar to those of other animals, including mice, zebra fish, fruit flies and even worms. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 06:16:00 GMT)
GE Healthcare Announces Recommended Cash Offer of SEK330 Per Share in Biacore
This announcement does not constitute any offer for the acquisition of shares. A separate press release containing a formal announcement of the offer referred to herein has been issued simultaneously to this announcement. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 07:59:00 GMT)
GE Healthcare Expands Presence in Life Sciences With Recommended Cash Offer of SEK330 per Share in Biacore
The Offer is not being made in or into, and this document may not be distributed in or into, nor will any tender of shares be accepted from or on behalf of holders in, any jurisdiction in which the making of the Offer, the distribution of this document or the acceptance of any tender of shares would contravene applicable laws or regulations. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 08:38:00 GMT)
Pinhead Town Talk begins with climate change lecture
The Pinhead Institute has a great idea for a festival except there are no wristbands, no hordes and no porta-potties. Instead, it is a festival for the mind and the theme is science. And, it happens every Tuesday. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 09:22:35 GMT)
New Research Profiles the Top 10 Global Companies in Bioinformatics
DUBLIN, Ireland----June 20, 2006--Research and Markets has announced the addition of Industry Insight - Global Bioinformatics to their offering. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 09:30:00 GMT)
Human Genome Sciences and Exelixis are Leaders in Terms of the Number of Small-Molecule, Antibody, or Protein Drugs
DUBLIN, Ireland----June 20, 2006--Research and Markets has announced the addition of the new report from Decision Resources, Inc, "Has Genomics Failed to Deliver?" to their offering. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 09:45:00 GMT)
Reaction Biology Corp. Awarded NIH SBIR Grant for Kinase Radioisotope Microarray Screening Development
Reaction Biology Corporation today announced that it has been awarded an SBIR grant from the National Cancer Institute to create a new kinase profiling and high throughput screening method using radioisotopes and microarrays. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 12:00:00 GMT)
Boehringer Ingelheim Licenses MetaCore From GeneGo for Toxicogenomics Studies
GeneGo, Inc., a leading provider of software and databases for systems biology, today announced that Boehringer Ingelheim has licensed its data mining suite, MetaCore, primarily for toxicogenomics research. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 12:00:00 GMT)
CHAVI announces international search for genes affecting HIV response
DURHAM, N.C. -- A pioneering collaboration among U.S., European and Australian researchers announced June 20, 2006, will seek to identify genetic differences in the way people respond to HIV. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 12:00:46 GMT)
GE Healthcare Announces Recommended Cash Offer of SEK330 Per Share in Biacore
CHALFONT ST. GILES, England and UPPSALA, Sweden, June 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- This announcement does not constitute any offer for the acquisition of shares. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 12:03:49 GMT)
GE Healthcare Expands Presence in Life Sciences With Recommended Cash Offer of SEK330 Per Share in Biacore
CHALFONT ST. GILES, England and UPPSALA, Sweden (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 12:05:30 GMT)
Pharmaceutical Companies Are Implementing New Pathway-Based Technologies and Strategies in Their R&D Programs
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c38479) has announced the addition of the new report from Decision Resources, Inc "Can Pathway-Based Approaches Overcome the Problems of Target-Based Drug Discovery?" to their offering. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 12:05:55 GMT)
Study Points To Genes Responsible For Malaria Parasite's Survival In Attempts To Eradicate It
A team of scientists at The Scripps Research Institute, Harvard University, the University of Chicago, the Genomics Institute of the Novartis Research Foundation, and Cheik Anta Diop University (Senegal) has discovered hundreds of novel genes that may help the malaria parasite evade destruction by the human immune system and anti-malarial drugs. The findings could lead to the development of new (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 12:25:01 GMT)
Shimadzu Corporation And Phenomenome Discoveries Collaborate To Develop New Tools For Global Profiling Using High Mass
Shimadzu Corporation, a developer of analytical instrumentation, and Phenomenome Discoveries Inc. (PDI), a provider of software tools for global metabolite profiling analysis, have agreed to an exclusive collaboration to further develop tools for biomarker discovery and global profiling studies, including comparative proteomic studies (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 13:04:21 GMT)
Genome Biology's first Impact Factor – 9.71
Genome Biology's first Impact Factor of 9.71 confirms the journal as one of the top titles in biology. The journal's first Impact Factor places it in the top five of research journals in the highly competitive Genetics and Heredity field, and the 4th most cited journal in Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 13:12:22 GMT)
Impressive new Impact Factors for BioMed Central's open-access journals
Eleven journals published by BioMed Central, the open access publisher, received their first Impact Factor this month. With nine journals in the top 10 of their 2005 Journal Citation Report* category, and ten journals with a 2005 Impact Factor exceeding 3.00, open access journals are confirmed as publishing high-quality, highly cited research. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 13:20:12 GMT)
LIAI Finding Gives Boost To Bioinformatics Use In Fighting Disease
The use of computers to advance human disease research - known as bioinformatics - has received a major boost from researchers at the La Jolla Institute for Allergy & Immunology (LIAI), who have used it to successfully predict immune response to one of the most complex viruses known to man - the vaccinia virus, which is used in the smallpox vaccine. [click link for full article] (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 14:04:30 GMT)
UPLC Applications Ubiquitous At HPLC 2006
As one of the industry's premier innovations to come along in the last 30 years, Ultra Performance LC (UPLC) technology from Waters Corporation takes center stage at the 30th International Symposium on High Performance Liquid Phase Separations and Related Techniques (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 14:14:52 GMT)
International Workshop "Marine Genomics meets Marine Diversity" in Bremen, 8 - 9 June 2006
A bundle of new technologies has emerged over the last years. Fast DNA sequencing (Pyrosequencing), DNA chips, proteomics and geographic information systems (GIS) to integrate oceanography, diversity and genomics are ready for application. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 14:23:58 GMT)
BP and DuPont partner to produce biofuel
BP and DuPont announced on Tuesday a joint venture to develop, produce and market a next generation of biofuels to help meet increasing global demand for renewable transport fuels. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 14:26:47 GMT)
Drug stocks rise, Discovery Labs soars after retaining advisers
BOSTON (MarketWatch) -- Drug stocks moved marginally higher in early trade Tuesday as Discovery Laboratories soared on news it had hired Jefferies & Co. as its strategic adviser. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 14:34:06 GMT)
VBI, EML Research Launch Simulation Software For Modeling Biochemical, Systems Biology Networks
EML Research and the Virginia Bioinformatics Institute (VBI) at Virginia Tech today announced the launch of the COPASI simulation software. COPASI (Complex Pathway Simulator) is a major software package that allows users to model, simulate and analyze biochemical and systems biology networks. [click link for full article] (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 15:04:39 GMT)
Mapping A Glacial Path Of Destruction
The dangerous power of glacial outburst floods - or jokulhlaups - will be easier to predict thanks to new models developed by a Leeds researcher and presented at the International Glaciological Society symposium in Iceland this Friday (June 23). (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 16:09:41 GMT)
Tecan at AACC 2006
DURHAM, N.C.----June 20, 2006--Tecan, a leading player in the growing life sciences industry, will be demonstrating its products for genomics, proteomics, drug discovery and clinical diagnostic applications at the American Association for Clinical Chemistry's Clinical Lab Exposition in Chicago, Illinois, on July 25-27, 2006, at booth 2404 in the McCormick Place Convention Center. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 16:42:00 GMT)
GE to Acquire Sweden's Biacore
The deal is worth about $438 million. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 17:28:06 GMT)
Tecan at AACC 2006
Tecan, a leading player in the growing life sci (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 18:35:59 GMT)
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Press Launches CSH Protocols
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Press launched CSH Protocols, a new, online methods journal in molecular and cell biology. [click link for full article] (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 19:04:28 GMT)
Conference Brings New Science to Lung Disease Treatment
Genomics, proteomics and bioinformatics are driving new discoveries about lung diseases. Researchers and clinicians will examine how to use this information to benefit patients at The American Physiological Society conference on lung disease. Allen Cowley Jr., editor of Physiological Genomics, and David A. Schwartz, NIH, are featured speakers. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 19:26:50 GMT)
16 Research Centers to Get State Funding
By Deseret Morning News Sixteen university research centers will receive funding for 2006- 07 through the state's Centers of Excellence program. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 21:25:13 GMT)
Genomics May Cut Sleep Ills
By Lois M. Collins Deseret Morning News Human genes are remarkably similar to those of other animals, including mice, zebra fish, fruit flies and even worms. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 21:35:52 GMT)
DNA key to finding victims of Nazis
Forensic tools used to identify victims of the Sept. 11 attacks and the December 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami could help reunite families of an older tragedy -- the Holocaust. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 21:44:34 GMT)
'Thirst For Knowledge' May Be Opium Craving
A new theory by USC and NYU neuroscientists associates the "click" of comprehension with a biochemical cascade that triggers a dose of natural narcotics. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 22:09:31 GMT)
Sticky Surfaces Turn Slippery With The Flip Of A Molecular Light Switch
Changing a surface from sticky to slippery could now be as easy as flipping a molecular light switch. Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute have created an "optically switchable" material that alters its surface characteristics when exposed to ultraviolet (UV) light. The new material could have a wide variety of applications, from a protein filter for biological mixtures to a tiny valve (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 22:09:41 GMT)
NCBS inks MoU with ReUnion University, France for bioinformatics' initiatives
National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS), part of the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR) has entered into a memorandum of understanding with ReUnion University, France. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 02:48:32 GMT)
Celera sell-off could net $144M
Celera Genomics, a Rockville biotechnology company, has sold several small-molecule drug candidates for treating cancer and other diseases to Pharmacyclics Inc. of Sunnyvale, Calif. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 02:50:02 GMT)
Establishing An Integrated Molecular Signature Model For Metastatic Prostate Cancer
UroToday.com - Genomic and proteomic profiling has attempted to link patients with the likelihood for advanced disease progression. Approaches to do this are reviewed by Dr. Taylor and associates in the June 1, 2006 issue of Cancer Research. Integrated approaches are of three types. [click link for full article] (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 07:08:00 GMT)
EDUCATION NOTES: Lexington high schoolers win Toyota scholarships
Five Lexington-area students are among 50 recently awarded scholarships from the Toyota Motor Manufacturing Scholarship Program. Of the 50 awards granted this year, 14 $1,250 scholarships are going to the children of team members from Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky Inc., Toyota's largest manufacturing plant in North America. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 07:57:41 GMT)
Acacia Technologies Licenses Resource Scheduling Technology to Madrigal Soft Tools
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.----June 21, 2006--Acacia Research Corporation announced today that Resource Scheduling Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary that is part of the Acacia Technologies group, a leader in technology licensing, has entered into a license with Madrigal Soft Tools, Inc., covering a patent that applies to systems for scheduling and managing resources. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 10:00:00 GMT)
Celera Genomics Announces the Sale of Its Cathepsin S Inhibitor Program to Schering AG
ROCKVILLE, Md.----June 21, 2006--Celera Genomics , an Applera Corporation business, today announced that Schering AG has acquired its cathepsin S inhibitor small molecule drug program for the treatment of autoimmune diseases. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 11:00:00 GMT)
Celera Sells Drug Treatment to Schering
Drug developer Celera Genomics Group, a unit of Applera Corp., on Wednesday said it sold its autoimmune disease treatment program to German drug maker Schering AG for $5 million in cash plus potential milestone payments of up to $360 million. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 11:37:27 GMT)
Affymetrix and Invitrogen Enter Into Licensing Agreement
SANTA CLARA, Calif. & CARLSBAD, Calif.----June 21, 2006--Affymetrix Inc. and Invitrogen Corporation announced today that Invitrogen has obtained a non-exclusive, worldwide license to a number of Affymetrix patents that will allow Invitrogen to manufacture and sell spotted nucleic acid microarrays in the research field. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 12:00:00 GMT)
(AFX UK Focus) 2006-06-21 12:44 GMT: Celera sells small molecule drug programme to Schering for up to 360 mln usd
LONDON (AFX) - Celera Genomics Group said it has sold its cathepsin S inhibitor small molecule drug programme to Schering AG for up to 360 mln usd. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 12:09:21 GMT)
Environmental Stress Response in Wine Lactic Acid Bacteria: Beyond Bacillus Subtilis
By Spano, G; Massa, S Lactic acid bacteria (LAB) constitute a heterogeneous group of bacteria that are traditionally used to produce fermented foods. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 12:24:20 GMT)
SuperArray Bioscience Improves Microarray Analysis of Archived FFPE Clinical Samples
SuperArray Bioscience announced today the availability of an improved method for isolating RNA from Formalin-Fixed Paraffin-Embedded samples of sufficient quality and quantity for microarray-based gene expression analysis. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 13:20:00 GMT)
Novel Therapy Shows Promise in Selectively Targeting and Killing Cancer Cells
Researchers have serendipitously discovered a novel combination of agents that work synergistically and selectively to target and kill cancer cells while preserving normal cells. To examine whether this biological effect was a general phenomenon with cancer cells, these researchers conducted additional experiments with lung cancer cells, colon cancer cells, skin cancer cells and a melanoma cell (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 13:27:00 GMT)
Serologicals' Upstate Group Announces Winner of 2006 Young Cell Signaller Award
ATLANTA----June 21, 2006--Serologicals Corporation today announced that Rashu Bhargava Seth, from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas, has been named the 2006 Young Cell Signaller. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 15:01:00 GMT)
Celera sells drug program to Schering AG
Celera Genomics has gotten out of the drug-development business. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 15:55:32 GMT)
Acacia Technologies Acquires Patent Portfolio for Telematics Technology
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.--June 21, 2006--Acacia Research Corporation announced today that Acacia Patent Acquisition Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary that is part of the Acacia Technologies group, a leader in technology licensing, has acquired patents relating to the rapidly growing field of telematics. Telematics refers to systems used in vehicles that combine wireless communication with GPS (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 17:12:30 GMT)
First Molecular Proof That Some Aspects of Aging Are Out of Our Control
Aging -- a random affair? A study by Buck faculty provides first molecular evidence that some aspects of aging are likely out of our control. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 17:22:16 GMT)
Grants Available For Math, Science Study
U.S. Education Secretary Margaret Spellings wants more college students to study math, science and foreign languages such as Arabic and Farsi. More Education News (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 17:36:05 GMT)
More aid available for college students in math, science
ST. PAUL (AP) - U-S Education Secretary Margaret Spellings wants more college students to study math, science and foreign languages such as Arabic and Farsi. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 18:08:15 GMT)
Fort High student attending computer science seminar
While most students were eagerly awaiting the last day of school, Fort Frances High School student Rylee Nixon was making plans to attend a week-long computer science seminar at the University of Waterloo. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 18:49:21 GMT)
Grants offered to entice college students to study sciences and language
U.S. Education Secretary Margaret Spellings wants more college students to study math, science and foreign languages such as Arabic and Farsi. Spellings traveled (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 18:54:42 GMT)
Affymetrix licenses technology to Invitrogen
Affymetrix Inc. and Invitrogen Corp. said Wednesday they entered a licensing agreement that will allow Invitrogen to make and sell spotted nucleic acid microarrays in the research field. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 21:37:49 GMT)
Affymetrix licenses technology to Invitrogen
Affymetrix Inc. and Invitrogen Corp. said Wednesday they entered a licensing agreement that will allow Invitrogen to make and sell spotted nucleic acid microarrays in the research field. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 21:43:22 GMT)
Transplant Without Drugs
Organ Transplants in the U.S. Organ transplantation is the removal of a diseased organ and replacement with an organ from a deceased donor. In some cases, like kidney transplants or partial liver transplants, the organs can come from healthy donors. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 22:26:53 GMT)
Earliest Human Case of Bird Flu Disclosed
Earliest Human Case of Bird Flu Disclosed (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 22:44:26 GMT)
Earliest human case of bird flu disclosed
Beijing scientists said in a medical journal Wednesday that a man in mainland China died of bird flu in November 2003 — two years before the communist country reported any human infections to the World Health Organization. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 23:21:52 GMT)
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