Bioinformatics News Dec 2006: bioinformatics, genomics, proteomics, microarray, etc.

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TGen may have found Lou Gehrig's trigger
Researchers at TGen believe they have narrowed the genetic riddle of Lou Gehrig's disease to 50 abnormal genes, the most common of which have never been identified by researchers before. (Fri, 01 Dec 2006 03:07:52 GMT)

Lou Gehrig's disease clues spur treatment hope
A scan of the human genome has identified more than 50 genetic abnormalities in people with sporadic amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, Lou Gehrig's disease, the Muscular Dystrophy Association and Translational Genomics Research Institute announced Thursday (Fri, 01 Dec 2006 07:30:30 GMT)

Free market must serve, not restrain, research
The free market is the epitome of life itself. This is something that all scientists recognise because science itself operates on free market lines. (Fri, 01 Dec 2006 08:11:23 GMT)

FAU links computers in Latin American Grid
Florida Atlantic University is now better connected to the Latin American community. (Fri, 01 Dec 2006 08:15:54 GMT)

Genomic "firestorms" Underlie Aggressive Breast Cancer Progression
The first high-resolution analysis of genomic alterations in breast tumors is reported today in the scientific journal Genome Research. [click link for full article] (Fri, 01 Dec 2006 09:08:20 GMT)

Borderless bond:
BLUEFIELD, Va. — Four score and two years ago, the governors of the two Virginias shared a stage on the state line in recognition of “Greater Bluefield Days.” A lot of time has passed between that historic July 12, 1924 meeting and the meeting Thursday afternoon in the council chambers of Bluefield, Va., town hall. (Fri, 01 Dec 2006 10:31:11 GMT)

Parental Genes Do What's Best For Baby
A molecular 'battle of the sexes' long considered the major driving force in a baby's development is being challenged by a new genetic theory of parental teamwork. Biologists at The University of Manchester say the prevailing view that maternal and paternal genes compete for supremacy in their unborn offspring fails to answer some important questions relating to child development. In fact, rather (Fri, 01 Dec 2006 11:10:48 GMT)

A Giant Among Minnows: Giant Danio Can Keep Growing
Two fish that share much in common genetically appear to have markedly different abilities to grow, a finding that could provide a new way to research such disparate areas as muscle wasting disease and fish farming. Because the zebrafish and giant danio are closely related and the zebrafish's genome has already been mapped, scientists hope they can more easily identify the genetic keys to the (Fri, 01 Dec 2006 11:11:00 GMT)

Nanotechnology-Based Products to Accelerate Drug Discovery Developments
DUBLIN, Ireland----Research and Markets has announced the addition of "The Role of Nanotechnology in European Drug Discovery" to their offering. (Fri, 01 Dec 2006 11:18:00 GMT)

Acacia Technologies Acquires Rights to Patent for Electronic Address List Management
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., BUSINESS WIRE -- Acacia Research Corporation (Nasdaq:ACTG) (Nasdaq:CBMX) 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 electronic address list management. (Fri, 01 Dec 2006 12:39:37 GMT)

FAU gains supercomputer resources
Florida Atlantic University has joined an international effort to create professional information technology opportunities for the Hispanic community and to advance research in areas such as life sciences, weather modeling and prediction. Though its new alliance, FAU is to be able to advance its own research priorities, as well. (Fri, 01 Dec 2006 13:03:27 GMT)

Generating the Longevity Dividend
New scientific studies showing that it is possible to slow down the aging process are important for those interested in life extension, but also key for those who want to see greater economic growth. Two recent studies reported on the benefits of a compound called "resveratrol," naturally occurring in the skin of grapes and red wine. (Fri, 01 Dec 2006 13:03:48 GMT)

Genomic 'Firestorms' Underlie Aggressive Breast Cancer Progression
The first high-resolution analysis of genomic alterations in breast tumors is reported in the scientific journal Genome Research. In this analysis, scientists from Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, in collaboration with researchers from Scandinavia, identified three distinct patterns of genomic variation that underlie breast tumor formation, one of which -- "firestorms" -- may be predictive of (Fri, 01 Dec 2006 13:11:52 GMT)

'Cancer Prognosis Gene' Found To Control The Fate Of Breast Cells
Scientists have discovered an unsuspected role for a gene known to be one of the best predictors of human breast cancer outcome. The gene, called GATA-3, is in a family of genes that guides development of stem cells into mature cells. University of California, San Francisco researchers have now found that GATA-3 is also required for mature mammary cells to remain mature in the adult. In research (Fri, 01 Dec 2006 13:12:13 GMT)

Nanotechnology-Based Products to Accelerate Drug Discovery Developments
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets has announced the addition of "The Role of Nanotechnology in European Drug Discovery" to their offering. (Fri, 01 Dec 2006 13:38:59 GMT)

Software simplifies management of life science clusters.
Designed for Scyld ClusterWare(TM) HPC, Life Sciences Suite v1.0 manages life sciences research and applications from single, web accessible portal in familiar workstation environment. Web-based software is integrated with commonly used bio/life sciences open source applications, Torque resource manager, as well as popular MPI libraries and compilers. Hierarchical File Manager enables intuitive (Fri, 01 Dec 2006 14:14:43 GMT)

LA Grid Initiative Acts as One Massive Supercomputer
IBM's LA Grid, a collection of computing resources in North America, Latin America and Spain woven together to act as one massive supercomputer, has become one of the world's largest university grid initiatives. Florida Atlantic University has become the 10th member of LA Grid to create professional IT opportunities for the Hispanic community and to advance research in areas such as life (Fri, 01 Dec 2006 14:17:40 GMT)

IBM Expands Latin American Grid Computing Initiative
IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced that Florida At (Fri, 01 Dec 2006 16:20:47 GMT)

Oligosaccharide identification may aid food and formula development
12/1/2006 - Researchers from Aglient Technologies and UC-Davis have developed a technique to enable the rapid analysis of oligosaccharides in individual samples human milk, which could prove a useful tool for the food and infant formula markets. (Fri, 01 Dec 2006 16:36:55 GMT)

Study gives hope to Lou Gehrig's patients
Troy Reinke of Rochester is excited about a new scientific advance concerning Lou Gehrig's disease, but he realizes a new treatment might not be developed in time to help him (Fri, 01 Dec 2006 17:07:47 GMT)

Living View In Animals Shows How Cells Decide To Make Proteins
Scientists at Duke University Medical Center have visualized in a living animal how cells use a critical biological process to dice and splice genetic material to create unique and varied proteins. (Fri, 01 Dec 2006 17:10:42 GMT)

Theory Of Oscillations May Explain Biological Mysteries
An article by John Vandermeer of the University of Michigan shows how extensions of established theory can model coupled oscillations resulting from interactions such as predation and competition. Such coupling can have far-reaching effects that may explain the higher-than-expected diversity of plankton in aquatic ecosystems and other paradoxes of species distribution. (Fri, 01 Dec 2006 17:11:33 GMT)

PerkinElmer acquires German firm
PerkinElmer Inc. said Friday it has signed an agreement to acquire Evotec Technologies, a German company that provides instrumentation and analytical software for cellular screening. (Fri, 01 Dec 2006 18:16:24 GMT)

Dr. S.M. Faruque, Scientist and Head, Molecular Genetics Laboratory of LSD, ICDDR,B received TWAS Award in Brazil
TWAS, the Academy of Sciences for the Developing World, has announced its 2005 prize winners. The annual TWAS Prizes, awarded in eight fields of scientific research, rank among the highest scientific accolades given to scientists in developing countries. (Fri, 01 Dec 2006 18:37:16 GMT)

IBM Expands Latin American Grid Computing Initiative
IBM (NYSE: IBM) todayannounced that Florida Atlantic University has become the tenth member ofthe IBM-led Latin American Grid (LA Grid), an effort to create professionalIT opportunities for the Hispanic community and to advance research inareas such as life sciences, weather modeling and prediction. (Fri, 01 Dec 2006 18:41:00 GMT)

FAU Joins IBM's Latin American Grid Computing Initiative
BOCA RATON, Fla. and ARMONK, N.Y., Dec. 1 /PRN (Fri, 01 Dec 2006 19:19:25 GMT)

eGene Announces Initial Product Test Milestone of Its Carbohydrate Analyzer
IRVINE, Calif.----eGene Inc. , developer of revolutionary high-performance bio-analytical instruments, announced today that a new instrument has been developed for carbohydrate analysis and sequencing. (Fri, 01 Dec 2006 20:07:00 GMT)

FAU Joins IBM's Latin American Grid Computing Initiative
Florida Atlantic University announced today that it has become the 10th member of the IBM-led Latin American Grid (LA Grid), an effort to create professional IT opportunities for the Hispanic community and to advance research in areas such as life sciences, weather modeling and prediction. (Fri, 01 Dec 2006 21:29:39 GMT)

Biotech Has Lackluster Month of November
SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- The results of the mid-term elections, which saw the Democrats achieve majorities in both the House and Senate for the first time since 1994, has already begun to send shock waves through the biotech and pharma industries during November. (Fri, 01 Dec 2006 23:40:18 GMT)

Regents recognize outstanding service
Wick Communications co-owner Robert Wick was honored by the Arizona Board of Regents with the 2006 Regents’ Award for Outstanding Service to Higher Education. (Sat, 02 Dec 2006 00:00:15 GMT)

TGen scientists a step closer to Lou Gehrig's disease cause
Researchers have identified genes that they believe help trigger Lou Gehrig's disease. More research is needed before effective drug treatments can be identified. (Sat, 02 Dec 2006 02:31:39 GMT)

Industry news and notes
● Four Tucson-based companies will be among 13 regional companies making presentations to qualified investors at Invest Southwest, a "growth capital" conference slated for Feb. 22 in Scottsdale. The early-stage and emerging growth companies are seeking from $250,000 to $5 million in equity capital. Local companies selected by a screening panel of investors and industry professionals are Argo (Sat, 02 Dec 2006 07:05:57 GMT)

Semafore Pharmaceuticals Announces Foundation Grant To Support Upcoming Phase I Clinical Trial
Semafore Pharmaceuticals, Inc. today announced receipt of a grant from Cancer Treatment Research Foundation (CTRF) that will support all patient-associated costs of Semafore's upcoming Phase I clinical trial for lead PI3K inhibitor, SF1126. [click link for full article] (Sat, 02 Dec 2006 08:08:36 GMT)

Regents approve draft of two degree plans
The Texas A&M University System Board of Regents on Friday set in motion a plan that would allow Aggies seeking careers in law enforcement to obtain degrees in forensic science and homeland security. (Sat, 02 Dec 2006 14:27:13 GMT)

Detective uses science to find clues
At first, all Sgt. Paul Dostie had were handfuls of bones — fragile, gnawed-on human bones. (Sat, 02 Dec 2006 17:20:42 GMT)

Detective Uses Science to Find Clues
At first, all Sgt. (Sat, 02 Dec 2006 17:20:42 GMT)

Detective climbs mountain of a mystery
It took determination and caring, but with the help of several scientists - including one at UCD - he's closer than ever to the summit of the case. MAMMOTH LAKES - At first, all Sgt. Paul Dostie had were handfuls of bones - fragile, gnawed-on human bones. (Sat, 02 Dec 2006 17:41:21 GMT)

The Sentinel
MAMMOTH LAKES, Calif. - At first, all Sgt. Paul Dostie had were handfuls of bones _ fragile, gnawed-on human bones. The animal-ravaged remains, found in a shallow grave in the Inyo National Forest in May 2003, told him little. (Sat, 02 Dec 2006 18:10:26 GMT)

Mayo Drops Nursing Magnet Program
By Jeff Hansel, Post-Bulletin, Rochester, Minn. Dec. (Sat, 02 Dec 2006 21:12:07 GMT)

Determined detective uses science to find clues – and soon an ID?
MAMMOTH LAKES – At first, all Sgt. Paul Dostie had were handfuls of bones – fragile, gnawed-on human bones. The animal-ravaged remains, found in a shallow grave in the Inyo National Forest in May 2003, told him little. (Sun, 03 Dec 2006 00:42:25 GMT)

Detective uses science to find clues
At first, all Sgt. Paul Dostie had were handfuls of bones — fragile, gnawed-on human bones. (Sun, 03 Dec 2006 03:56:20 GMT)

Customer Service
MAMMOTH LAKES, Calif. (AP) - At first, all Sgt. Paul Dostie had were handfuls of bones - fragile, gnawed-on human bones. The remains, found in a shallow grave in the Inyo National Forest in May 2003, told him little. (Sun, 03 Dec 2006 07:12:26 GMT)

Schillings continue fight against ALS
Schillings continue fight against ALS (Sun, 03 Dec 2006 22:54:25 GMT)

High-tech exit candidates for 2007
Anyone who has read the high-tech pages in the local press this past year will have gained the impression that a wave of exits is washing over the local startups scene. (Sun, 03 Dec 2006 23:38:44 GMT)

Global Technovator awards for 10 NRIs
Ten young under-40 innovators and entrepreneurs of South Asian origin will be given the Global Indus Technovators Awards at a ceremony at MIT on Monday. (Mon, 04 Dec 2006 04:22:56 GMT)

WEF names two Indian companies among Technology Pioneers
Indian companies Strand Life Sciences and Drishtee are among 47 "visionary" firms worldwide selected by the World Economic Forum as 'Technology Pioneers 2007' for their life-changing innovations. (Mon, 04 Dec 2006 05:57:23 GMT)

WEF names two Indian cos among Technology Pioneers
Dharam Shourie, New York, Dec 4: Indian companies Strand Life Sciences and Drishtee are among 47 "visionary" firms worldwide selected by the World Economic Forum as 'Technology Pioneers 2007' for their life-changing innovations. (Mon, 04 Dec 2006 06:01:52 GMT)

2 Indian firms in WEF Technology Pioneers list
Two Indian companies -- Strand Life Sciences and Drishtee -- are among 47 'visionary' firms worldwide selected by the World Economic Forum as Technology Pioneers 2007 for their life-changing innovations. (Mon, 04 Dec 2006 06:18:01 GMT)

Galapagos awarded European Union grant
Mechelen, Belgium; 4 December 2006 - Galapagos NV has secured a European Union grant of EUR 500,000 for service division BioFocus DPI's participation in PROLIGEN, a research consortium focused on enhancing regeneration of injured kidneys. (Mon, 04 Dec 2006 07:19:00 GMT)

Real-life science of crime
MAMMOTH LAKES, Calif. --At first, all Sgt. Paul Dostie had were handfuls of bones — fragile, gnawed-on human bones. The animal-ravaged remains, found in a shallow grave in the Inyo National Forest in May 2003, told him little. (Mon, 04 Dec 2006 07:48:49 GMT)

Local News
New Archbishop - 'Man of spirit' hailed as good choice - Mark Micallef Archbishop-elect Dominican friar Paul Cremona is likely to have to deal with a high level of expectation from his clergy, judging from the way his appointment to head the Maltese Church... (Mon, 04 Dec 2006 08:52:27 GMT)

Call for Artists: Subtle Technologies 2007 - in situ - art, body, medicine (2006-12-04 - 2007-01-03)
Subtle Technologies 2007 - in situ - art . body . medicine will be held May 24th – May 27th 2007 at the University of Toronto,in Toronto Canada. The submission deadline is January 3, 2007. Subtle Technologies is a four-day multidisciplinary Festival exploring complex and subtle relationships between art and science. The annual international event combines symposia, exhibitions, workshops and (Mon, 04 Dec 2006 09:06:00 GMT)

Detective uses science to find clues and soon an ID
MAMMOTH LAKES, Calif. At first, all Sgt. Paul Dostie had were handfuls of bones fragile, gnawed-on human bones. (Mon, 04 Dec 2006 11:04:50 GMT)

Monsanto Company and Landec Corporation Reach Two Agreements
MENLO PARK, Calif. and ST. LOUIS, Dec. 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Monsanto Company ( Nachrichten / Aktienkurs ) and Landec Corporation ( Nachrichten ) announced two separate agreements today, both of which are expected to broaden their reach and product offerings to U.S. farmers. (Mon, 04 Dec 2006 11:37:17 GMT)

Determined detective uses science to find clues - and soon an ID?
MAMMOTH LAKES, Calif. (AP) - At first, all Sgt. Paul Dostie had were handfuls of bones - fragile, gnawed-on human bones. The remains, found in a shallow grave in the Inyo National Forest in May 2003, told him little. (Mon, 04 Dec 2006 13:08:39 GMT)

Quad-Core to boost health research speed
A SUPERCOMPUTING cluster using Intel's Quad-Core Xeon processors is being installed in Melbourne to boost local research in the highly complex field of proteomics. (Mon, 04 Dec 2006 13:19:56 GMT)

Gene Express Chairman Provides Updates on Corporate Developments
Gene Express, Inc.'s Chairman, Al Pollock, shared updates on the Company's development strategy with shareholders today. (Mon, 04 Dec 2006 13:30:00 GMT)

ACS News Service Weekly PressPac -- Nov. 29, 2006
Here is the latest American Chemical Society (ACS) News Service Weekly press package (PressPac) with reports selected from 35 major peer-reviewed journals and Chemical & Engineering News. (Mon, 04 Dec 2006 14:06:40 GMT)

Kenyon & Kenyon Names Three New Partners, a Director of Professional Development and Special Counsel, and Two New
NEW YORK----Kenyon & Kenyon LLP, one of the largest intellectual property law firms in the world, announced today the election of three partners and two counsel in the firm's New York and Washington, DC offices. (Mon, 04 Dec 2006 14:20:00 GMT)

Molecular 'Marker' On Stem Cells Aids Research, Suggests New Therapies
A sugar molecule present on embryonic stem cells also has been found on the surface of a type of adult stem cell, a discovery that may help researchers isolate and purify adult stem cells for use in therapies aimed at bone healing, tendon repair and cartilage regeneration, researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center report. (Mon, 04 Dec 2006 15:10:42 GMT)

Bioresearch Online Interview With John Ryals, Metabolon, Inc.
Metabolomics is the study of the small molecule biochemistry of an organism. The goal of metabolomics is to understand the metabolic state of a subject by extracting, identifying, and quantifying all of the small molecule compounds (e.g. metabolites) in a biological sample (Mon, 04 Dec 2006 15:32:56 GMT)

CGIAR climate change research
Drought reduces annual worldwide maize yields by as much as 15 percent, representing losses of in excess of 20 million tons of grain. (Mon, 04 Dec 2006 16:06:40 GMT)

Passing the 1000-Genome Milestone, Integrated Genomics and Tsunamic Technologies Develop High Throughput Genome
Integrated Genomics and Tsunamic Technologies have entered into a contract to develop high-performance Linux clusters for large-scale, high throughput genome annotation and comparative genomics. (Mon, 04 Dec 2006 16:13:00 GMT)

Monsanto’s American Seeds acquires Landec’s direct marketing and seed sales company, Fielder’s Choice Direct Monsanto
Monsanto Company (NYSE: MON) and Landec Corporation (Nasdaq: LNDC) announced two separate agreements today, both of which are expected to broaden their reach and product offerings to U.S. farmers. The two agreements are potentially valued at more than $70 million. (Mon, 04 Dec 2006 16:17:39 GMT)

Nation's Top Science Prize for High School Students Goes to Mathematics and Bioinformatics Research
Mathematics and bioinformatics won top honors for Dmitry Vaintrob and the team of Scott Molony, Steven Arcangeli and Scott Horton in the 2006-07 Siemens Competition in Math, Science and Technology, the nation's premier high school science competition. (Mon, 04 Dec 2006 16:20:00 GMT)

Intensified research effort yields climate-resilient agriculture to blunt impact of global warming - Heat-tolerant
In reporting new forecasts of the devastating impact of climate change on food production in some of the globe’s poorest regions, the world’s largest alliance of international agricultural research centers today announced it is embarking on a new effort to intensify and streamline research to reduce developing countries’ vulnerability to climate change caused by global warming. (Mon, 04 Dec 2006 17:17:13 GMT)

Study uncovers mutation responsible for Noonan Syndrome
BOSTON, December 4, 2006 -- Scientists have discovered that mutations in a gene known as SOS1 account for many cases of Noonan syndrome (NS), a common childhood genetic disorder which occurs in one in 1,000-2,500 live births. (Mon, 04 Dec 2006 17:25:19 GMT)

Detective Uses Science to Find Clues
(AP) -- At first, all Sgt. Paul Dostie had were handfuls of bones - fragile, gnawed-on human bones. The animal-ravaged remains, found in a shallow grave in the Inyo National Forest in May 2003, told him little. Dostie knew only that the victim was a petite woman who wasn't dressed for the rugged Sierra Nevada, judging by her lacy blouse and flimsy jacket. (Mon, 04 Dec 2006 18:24:20 GMT)

Celera Genomics Changes Name to Celera
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Tearing down the fungal cell wall
Blacksburg, Va. – Scientists at the Virginia Bioinformatics Institute and Duke University Medical Center have pinpointed a fungal gene that appears to play an important role in the development and virulence of Alternaria brassicicola. (Mon, 04 Dec 2006 19:42:06 GMT)

Two Indian cos. among technology pioneers
The pioneers are recognised by WEF in biotechnology, energy and IT (Mon, 04 Dec 2006 19:56:38 GMT)

Nanogen Wins CDC Contract to Develop Avian Flu Diagnostic
SAN DIEGO----Nanogen, Inc. , developer of advanced diagnostic products, announced today it has been awarded a $4.5 million contract from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to develop a unique multi-analyte Point-Of-Care diagnostic assay for Influenza in support of the US Government's efforts to strengthen its readiness for a potential influenza pandemic. (Mon, 04 Dec 2006 19:59:00 GMT)

Passing the 1000-Genome Milestone, Integrated Genomics and Tsunamic Technologies Develop High Throughput Genome
Integrated Genomics (Chicago, IL) and Tsunamic Technologies (Orlando, FL) have entered into a contract to develop high-performance Linux clusters for large-scale, high throughput genome annotation and comparative genomics. (Mon, 04 Dec 2006 20:26:55 GMT)

Study Uncovers Mutation Responsible for Noonan Syndrome
Scientists have discovered that mutations in a gene known as SOS1 account for many cases of Noonan syndrome (NS), a common childhood genetic disorder which occurs in one in 1,000-2,500 live births. NS is characterized by short stature, facial abnormalities, and learning disabilities, as well as heart problems and predisposition to leukemia. (Mon, 04 Dec 2006 20:29:39 GMT)

New Clues To How Sex Evolves
Researchers at the Department of Energy's Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and the University of California at Berkeley have found clues to part of the complex question of how sex evolves, through ongoing studies of the nematode Caenorhabditis elegans. They have identified a key family of genes that code for closely related zinc-finger proteins that help bring C. elegans chromosomes together (Mon, 04 Dec 2006 21:11:35 GMT)

High throughput quantification of protein expression of cancer antigens in tissue microarray using quantum dot
In attempt to identify biological markers, or biomarkers, that can signal the presence of cancer and help oncologists determine the best course of therapy when cancer is present, teams of investigators are scouring stored tissue samples obtained from thousands of cancer patients. (Mon, 04 Dec 2006 21:36:59 GMT)

Companies chosen for Invest Southwest presentations
Thirteen promising early-stage and emerging growth companies have been selected to make presentations during Invest Southwest, a growth-capital conference to be held Feb. 22, 2007. (Mon, 04 Dec 2006 21:57:03 GMT)

Bio-IT Briefs
December 04, 2006 | Tripos released Advanced Protein Modeling, an innovative new discovery software product that combines the best methods for homolog identification, sequence alignment and fast interactive comparative protein structure modeling. (Mon, 04 Dec 2006 21:59:13 GMT)

Nanogen Wins CDC Contract to Develop Avian Flu Diagnostic
Nanogen, Inc. (Nasdaq:NGEN), developer of advanced diagnostic products, announced today it has been awarded a $4.5 million contract from the U.S. (Mon, 04 Dec 2006 22:15:07 GMT)

Fire ecologist to speak at task force meeting
FRISCO - Tania Schoennagel, one if the authors from Colorado State University, the University of Colorado and the University of Idaho of a recently-released research study on insect outbreaks and fire risk, will be the featured speaker at the next mountain pine beetle task force breakfast meeting on Thursday, Dec. 7 at Frisco's Best Western Lake Dillon Lodge. (Tue, 05 Dec 2006 02:00:08 GMT)

Scottsdale conference to join investors, emerging firms
Thirteen companies will have the chance to raise awareness and financing for their business at Invest Southwest in February. (Tue, 05 Dec 2006 04:05:43 GMT)

HEALTH: It runs in the family
While you're catching up on the latest family news at parties this holiday season, ask a lot of questions about the past. (Tue, 05 Dec 2006 07:47:55 GMT)

Life sciences in brief
IU informatics specialist awarded $174,000 grant An Indiana University researcher has been awarded a $174,000 grant to conduct bioinformatics research to help IU scientists seeking better chemotherapy treatments for lung cancer patients. (Tue, 05 Dec 2006 07:48:41 GMT)

Swiss scientists explore partnerships at Scripps, UM, FAU
From Herbert Hoover and Meyer Guggenheim to Renee Zellweger and Jewel, Switzerland can boast of scores of celebrities with Swiss ancestry. (Tue, 05 Dec 2006 08:22:09 GMT)

UT System
Students from three UT System schools attended the UT Metroplex Days. (Tue, 05 Dec 2006 08:35:10 GMT)

Roche unveils new nanotech diagnosis tool
Swiss pharmaceutical group Roche Holding AG on Tuesday unveiled a new method using nanotechnology to track patients' responses to treatments by monitoring their genes. (Tue, 05 Dec 2006 10:02:35 GMT)

Science and The Lancet Publish Results Using Illumina's HumanHap300 BeadChip
SAN DIEGO----Illumina today announced that important results from genotyping research in Crohn's disease and Parkinson's disease using Illumina's Infinium® HumanHap300 BeadChip were published in peer-reviewed journals, Science and The Lancet. (Tue, 05 Dec 2006 11:00:00 GMT)

DNAPrint Pharmaceuticals to Present at NYSSA Biotech/Specialty Pharma Conference
DNAPrint Genomics, Inc. today announced that Chairman and Chief Medical Officer Hector J. Gomez, M.D., Ph.D., will present an overview of the Company's wholly owned subsidiary DNAPrint Pharmaceuticals, Inc. to investors at the 10th Annual New York Society of Securities Analysts Biotech/Specialty Pharma Conference on Tues., Dec. 12, 2006 at 1:40 p.m. (Tue, 05 Dec 2006 12:00:00 GMT)

Affymetrix and Baylor College of Medicine Enter into Licensing Agreement
SANTA CLARA, Calif. & HOUSTON----Affymetrix Inc. and Baylor College of Medicine announced today that Baylor has obtained a non-exclusive, worldwide license to a number of Affymetrix patents covering comparative genomic hybridization microarray services in Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments environments. (Tue, 05 Dec 2006 13:00:00 GMT)

The Power Of One: A Simpler, Cheaper Method For Cell Fusion
It's not easy to make one plus one equal one. But biological engineer Chang Lu has done just that with a new and cheaper method to electrically fuse cells -- a vital technology for studying stem cells, creating clones and finding disease antibodies. (Tue, 05 Dec 2006 13:11:04 GMT)

Detective uses science to find clues in murder
MAMMOTH LAKES, Calif. -- At first, all Sgt. Paul Dostie had were handfuls of bones -- fragile, gnawed-on human bones. The animal-ravaged remains, found in a shallow grave in the Inyo National Forest in May 2003, told him little. (Tue, 05 Dec 2006 13:27:27 GMT)

Cells: Tearing Down The Fungal Cell Wall
Scientists at the Virginia Bioinformatics Institute and Duke University Medical Center have pinpointed a fungal gene that appears to play an important role in the development and virulence of Alternaria brassicicola (Tue, 05 Dec 2006 13:33:26 GMT)

Indo-Romanian trade to increase one billion dollars by 2008: Envoy
New Delhi, Dec.5 (ANI): India and Romania have set a target of one billion dollars in bilateral trade in the next two years, said Romanian Ambassador Vasile Sofineti at a meeting with the economic delegation from Romania organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) here on Tuesday. Trade has witnessed a quantum growth to around 450 million dollars in 2005, an increase of 69 percent (Tue, 05 Dec 2006 13:49:31 GMT)

Separation Columns enable peptide analysis and isolation.
Based on C18 BEH Technology(TM), Peptide Separation Technology columns separate wide range of peptides, large and small, acidic and basic, as well as hydrophobic and hydrophilic. Columns provide protein digest separations, peptide mapping, and ability to quantify trace peptide variants in peptide mapping. Available in lengths of 50-250 mm, columns are available in 1.7-10 µm particle (Tue, 05 Dec 2006 14:02:05 GMT)

NuGEN Launches 2 New Products: The Ovation(TM) Whole Blood Solution and the Ovation(TM) RNA Amplification System V2
SAN CARLOS, Calif.----NuGEN, Technologies, Inc., a privately held company that develops and commercializes the standard in nucleic acid amplification and labeling systems for small and difficult samples, today announced the release of a modular amplification system for RNA from any source, and a modular solution for amplification of RNA isolated from whole blood, allowing analysis on the (Tue, 05 Dec 2006 14:05:00 GMT)

Decaffeinated Coffee Plants? New Methods Permit Functional Gene Studies In Plants
Decaffeinated coffee plants, pest-resistant cotton, and Vitamin A-producing rice varieties have all been developed by introducing genes into plants. Scientists also create modified plants to identify and characterize the functions of specific genes. The current issue of Cold Spring Harbor Protocols -- released online today -- includes a set of techniques for the creation of transgenic plants. (Tue, 05 Dec 2006 14:10:43 GMT)

Vanishing Beetle Horns Have Surprise Function
The function of horned beetles' wild protrusions has been a matter of some consternation for biologists. Digging seemed plausible; combat and mate selection, more likely. Even Charles Darwin once weighed in on the matter, suggesting -- one imagines with some frustration -- the horns were merely ornamental. In this month's American Naturalist (Dec. 2006) and the Nov. 2006 issue of Evolution, (Tue, 05 Dec 2006 14:11:24 GMT)

Power3 Medical and University of Thessaly in Greece to Collaborate on Proteomic Discovery of Parkinson's, Alzheimer's
HOUSTON----Power3 Medical Products, Inc. , a leading proteomics company specializing in the development and commercialization of early detection diagnostic tests for neurodegenerative diseases and breast cancer, today announced a new major international collaboration with the University of Thessaly in Larissa, Greece, focusing on the proteomic discovery of biomarkers for Parkinson's disease. (Tue, 05 Dec 2006 14:55:00 GMT)

Integrated Genomics, Tsunamic to Develop Linux Clusters for Big Genome Annotation Research
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Compatibility of Cell-Based Assays with High-Throughput Screening Proving to Be a Key Challenge
DUBLIN, Ireland----Research and Markets has announced the addition of "Development of Cell-Based Assays " to their offering. (Tue, 05 Dec 2006 15:05:00 GMT)

Indo-Romanian trade to increase one billion dollars by 2008: Envoy
New Delhi, Dec.5 : India and Romania have set a target of one billion dollars in bilateral trade in the next two years, said Romanian Ambassador Vasile Sofineti at a meeting with the economic delegation from Romania organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) here on Tuesday. (Tue, 05 Dec 2006 15:18:39 GMT)

Scientists Identify a Fungal Gene
U.S. researchers say they have identified a fungal gene that apparently plays an important role in developing a destructive fungal pathogen. (Tue, 05 Dec 2006 16:14:55 GMT)

DNAPrint Pharmaceuticals to Present at NYSSA Biotech/Specialty Pharma Conference
DNAPrint Genomics, Inc. (OTCBB: DNAG) today announced that Chairman and Chief Medical Officer Hector J. Gomez, M.D., Ph.D., will present an overview of the Company's wholly owned subsidiary DNAPrint Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Tue, 05 Dec 2006 16:16:29 GMT)

Affymetrix, Baylor ink license for genomic patents
Affymetrix Inc. and Baylor College of Medicine said Tuesday that Baylor has obtained a non-exclusive, worldwide license to a number of Affymetrix patents covering comparative genomic hybridization microarray services. (Tue, 05 Dec 2006 17:08:05 GMT)

NASA Scientists Find Primordial Organic Matter In Meteorite
NASA researchers at Johnson Space Center, Houston have found organic materials that formed in the most distant reaches of the early Solar System preserved in a unique meteorite. The study was performed on the Tagish Lake carbonaceous chondrite, a rare type of meteorite that is rich in organic (carbon-bearing) compounds. (Tue, 05 Dec 2006 17:11:29 GMT)

Newts Regrow Hearts: Scientists Reveal Molecular Details Of Regeneration In Amphibians
When a newt loses a limb, the limb regrows. What is more, a newt can also completely repair damage to its heart. Scientists at the Max Planck Institute for Heart and Lung Research in Bad Nauheim have now started to decode the cellular mechanisms in this impressive ability to regenerate and have discovered the remarkable plasticity of newt heart cells. As mammals, and therefore also humans, do not (Tue, 05 Dec 2006 17:11:39 GMT)

Cell Signaling Technology Announces a Research Project with Bristol-Myers Squibb Company for the Evaluation of CST's
DANVERS, Mass.----Cell Signaling Technology, Inc. announced today an agreement with Bristol-Myers Squibb Company under which it will perform a phosphoproteomic research project employing its PhosphoScan® technology to provide BMS with cellular phospho-profiles of a small-molecule kinase inhibitor. (Tue, 05 Dec 2006 17:21:00 GMT)

Affymetrix makes license deal with Baylor
Affymetrix Inc. and Baylor College of Medicine on Tuesday said Baylor has obtained a non-exclusive, worldwide license to a number of Affymetrix patents covering laboratory tests that can be used to identify genetic abnormalities in children with developmental disabilities. (Tue, 05 Dec 2006 19:00:08 GMT)

Peering Into The Shadow World Of RNA: Crosstalk May Control The Genome
The popular view is that DNA and genes control everything of importance in biology. The genome rules all of life, it is thought. Increasingly, however, scientists are realizing that among the diverse forms of RNA, a kind of mirror molecule derived from DNA, many interact with each other and with genes directly to manage the genome from behind the scenes. (Tue, 05 Dec 2006 20:10:50 GMT)

Study Uncovers Mutation Responsible For Noonan Syndrome
Scientists have discovered that mutations in a gene known as SOS1 account for many cases of Noonan syndrome (NS), a common childhood genetic disorder which occurs in one in 1,000-2,500 live births. NS is characterized by short stature, facial abnormalities and learning disabilities, as well as heart problems and predisposition to leukemia. (Tue, 05 Dec 2006 20:10:54 GMT)

PA Governor Rendell Strengthens Johnstown's Biomedical Sector with Announcement of State Investment in Early Stage
Pennsylvania Governor Edward G. Rendell today said a Johnstown early-stage biotechnology firm, Integrated Technologies and Services International Biosciences, will receive a $500,000 state investment to help it expand its research capacity. (Tue, 05 Dec 2006 20:55:00 GMT)

Protein-based tumor biomarker predicts breast-cancer survival
SEATTLE – The first and largest clinical trial of its kind confirms that a protein called p27 may be a valuable tool for predicting survival after a diagnosis of breast cancer. (Tue, 05 Dec 2006 21:10:32 GMT)

Market for Synthetic siRNA Shows Significant Growth Potential
A new report from BioInformatics, LLC, "Optimizing Synthetic RNAi: Perspectives from the Pharmaceutical & Biotech Industry," found that while the use of synthetic siRNA is still relatively new, the industrial market segment will continue strong growth over the near term. (Tue, 05 Dec 2006 21:55:00 GMT)

Advanced infrastructure, multidimensional vision, vital to meet global regulatory standards: DCGI
India must look at creating a world-class infrastructure to meet global standards in regulatory affairs, stated Drugs Controller General of India M Venkateswarlu. (Wed, 06 Dec 2006 02:53:13 GMT)

Bioscience push paying off
Arizona biosciences are yielding more high-wage jobs, federal money and new buildings. That's the assessment of an Ohio-based research group that developed the state's bioscience roadmap four years ago. {b} Economic developers laud Covance executive{b} Calif. biomedical lab could move to Tempe (Wed, 06 Dec 2006 04:20:16 GMT)

Springer Adds Genomic Medicine To Biomedical Publishing Portfolio
Starting in 2007 Springer will publish a new journal entitled Genomic Medicine, providing a forum for reporting and discussing issues related to human and medical genomics. The wide scope of this peer-reviewed journal will reflect the rapidly expanding and broad nature of the field of genomics. With this launch, Springer will enhance its growing biomedical sciences publishing program. [click link (Wed, 06 Dec 2006 07:08:05 GMT)

Using Comparative Genomics to Manage Marek's Disease
The genetic code for a virulent strain of Marek's disease virus was cracked a few years ago. Now, to determine how best to cripple it and other infectious strains, Agricultural Research Service ( ARS ) scientists are working to decipher the genomes of several nonvirulent Marek's disease (MDV) vaccine strains. (Wed, 06 Dec 2006 11:53:00 GMT)

Job Detail Sales Agent - Laboratory Service Contracts
The company is recognized as being one of the Gold Standards in the analytical laboratory market with products that excel in their field and are suppliers of choice for many leading companies. (Wed, 06 Dec 2006 11:53:59 GMT)

Nanogen Releases Pharmacogenetics Research Reagents for CYP2C9 and VKORC1 Analysis
SAN DIEGO----Nanogen, Inc. , developer of advanced diagnostic products, announced today that it has released reagents designed for research use only studies analyzing CYP2C9 and VKORC1, two genes with potential applications in drug metabolism and response. (Wed, 06 Dec 2006 13:00:00 GMT)

Developer of HPV-Based PAP Test Joins CytoCore Medical Advisory Board
CHICAGO----Dr. Floyd Taub, pioneering founder and first chief executive officer of Digene Inc., the only company with an FDA-approved DNA-based test to detect cervical cancer-causing viruses , has joined the Scientific-Medical Advisory Board at CytoCore, Inc. , a late-stage bio-scientific research company in the process of bringing a suite of reproductive screening and treatment products to (Wed, 06 Dec 2006 13:25:00 GMT)

Aushon Biosystems Announces $7.78 Million Round A Financing
BURLINGTON, Mass.----Aushon BioSystems, which provides microarray-based tools, instrumentation and services for life science research, drug discovery/development and clinical diagnostics, announced today that as of October 12, 2006 they had closed their Series A financing which raised $7.78 million. (Wed, 06 Dec 2006 14:00:00 GMT)

STAR*D study examines effect of genetic variation in treatment resistant depression
Nashville, TN, December 6, 2006 – Researchers are now better able to predict which patients will respond to treatment for depression through the presence of genetic markers, according to results from a major NIH study on treatment resistant depression released today at the annual meeting of the American College of Neuropsychopharmacology. (Wed, 06 Dec 2006 14:10:41 GMT)

Examining Molecular Imaging's Hot Future
The December issue of the Journal of Nuclear Medicine carries specific conclusions and recommendations on how the medical community can harness the power of molecular imaging and therapy to manage diseases and improve the quality of life for patients. "Shaping the Future: The 2006 SNM Molecular Imaging Summit" provides the first-ever look at molecular imaging's potential -- as seen by medical (Wed, 06 Dec 2006 15:13:44 GMT)

Tapping in to niche pharma
During a recent visit to the Body Worlds 2 exhibit at the Ontario Science Centre in Toronto, I got an up-close-and-personal reminder of just how many ways there are to meet an untimely demise. (Wed, 06 Dec 2006 16:06:09 GMT)

Nanogen Releases Pharmacogenetics Research Reagents for CYP2C9 and VKORC1 Analysis
Nanogen, Inc. (Nasdaq: NGEN), developer of advanced diagnostic products, announced today that it has released reagents designed for research use only studies analyzing CYP2C9 and VKORC1, two genes with potential applications in drug metabolism and response. (Wed, 06 Dec 2006 16:17:53 GMT)

Startup Aushon BioSystems lands first funding round
Aushon BioSystems Inc. has closed a $7.78 million Series A round of financing to support marketing and development of its microarray-based tools. (Wed, 06 Dec 2006 16:33:52 GMT)

Biopsy Marker May Predict Breast Cancer's Course
WEDNESDAY, Dec. 6 (HealthDay News) -- A new tumor-cell biomarker may predict how well women do after they're diagnosed with breast cancer, researchers report. (Wed, 06 Dec 2006 17:02:39 GMT)

Biopsy Marker May Predict Breast Cancer's Course
Women with low p27 protein fared worse with hormone-positive tumors, study found. (Wed, 06 Dec 2006 17:24:23 GMT)

Aushon BioSystems raises 7.7 million in venture funding
Aushon BioSystems Inc., which provides micoarray-based tools, instrumentation and services for life science research and drug discovery, has received $7.7 million in its first round of funding from North Bridge Venture Partners, the company said on Wednesday. (Wed, 06 Dec 2006 17:58:04 GMT)

End of an era: Cohen steps down as Packard's chief of staff
After 14 years of administrative duties, Harvey Cohen, MD, PhD, doesn't regret handing over the titles of chief of staff of Lucile Packard Children's Hospital and chair of pediatrics. But there is one moniker with which he's not yet willing to part—that of Santa for the hospital's tiniest patients. (Wed, 06 Dec 2006 19:03:45 GMT)

Biopsy Marker May Predict Breast Cancer's Course
By Amanda Gardner HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, Dec. 6 (HealthDay News) -- A new tumor-cell biomarker may predict how well women do after they're diagnosed... (Wed, 06 Dec 2006 19:11:30 GMT)

Tri-State Neighbor
DENVER, Colo. - Breeding the right sheep, whether it’s for improved wool, more muscle, increased fertility or a better ability to cope with parasites, has been one of the sheep industry’s greatest challenges. (Wed, 06 Dec 2006 20:54:37 GMT)

First molecular simulation of a long DNA strand shows unexpected flexibility
It turns out that sequencing the human genome – determining the order of DNA building blocks -- has not completely cracked the code of how DNA directs various cellular processes. In addition to the sequence of the base pairs, the instructions are in the packaging – how DNA is folded within a cell. (Wed, 06 Dec 2006 21:21:44 GMT)

First molecular simulation of a long DNA strand shows unexpected flexibility
It turns out that sequencing the human genome - determining the order of DNA building blocks -- has not completely cracked the code of how DNA directs various cellular processes. In addition to the sequence of the base pairs, the instructions are in the packaging - how DNA is folded within a cell. (Wed, 06 Dec 2006 22:09:19 GMT)

Cancer Biomarkers Now Covered in MEDLINE
IOS Press, a leading scientific, technical and medical publisher headquartered in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, has announced that its journal, Cancer Biomarkers: Section A of Disease Markers, has been selected for inclusion in MEDLINE. (Wed, 06 Dec 2006 22:30:00 GMT)

New 'GreeneChip' identifies multiple pathogens rapidly and accurately
Rapid and accurate diagnosis of infectious diseases helps public health officials manage disease outbreaks and enables health care providers to prescribe the correct treatment early on. Many different pathogens, notably those that cause emerging infectious diseases, have no distinctive symptoms. (Thu, 07 Dec 2006 05:10:18 GMT)

Study finds big impact on economy from TGen
TGen said a study shows the research group generates $nearly $22 million and creates 220 jobs. The group will share the economic impact study results with lawmakers who will be asked to commit funds. (Thu, 07 Dec 2006 05:20:26 GMT)

WCU alumnus and CEO takes students on tour of company
CULLOWHEE -- A group of Western Carolina University students and faculty members recently got a tour of the headquarters and laboratories of Applera Corp., an international life sciences company, courtesy of Tony L. White, the company's top executive. (Thu, 07 Dec 2006 05:55:00 GMT)

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