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Indo-Romanian trade to increase one billion dollars by 2008: Envoy (ANI via Yahoo! India News)
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
(Dec 5, 2006)
Separation Columns enable peptide analysis and isolation. (ThomasNet)
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
(Dec 5, 2006)
NuGEN Launches 2 New Products: The Ovation(TM) Whole Blood Solution and the Ovation(TM) RNA Amplification System V2 (Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance)
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
(Dec 5, 2006)
Decaffeinated Coffee Plants? New Methods Permit Functional Gene Studies In Plants (Science Daily)
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.
(Dec 5, 2006)
Vanishing Beetle Horns Have Surprise Function (Science Daily)
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,
(Dec 5, 2006)
Power3 Medical and University of Thessaly in Greece to Collaborate on Proteomic Discovery of Parkinson's, Alzheimer's (Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance)
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.
(Dec 5, 2006)
Integrated Genomics, Tsunamic to Develop Linux Clusters for Big Genome Annotation Research (GenomeWeb News)
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(Dec 5, 2006)
Compatibility of Cell-Based Assays with High-Throughput Screening Proving to Be a Key Challenge (Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance)
DUBLIN, Ireland----Research and Markets has announced the addition of "Development of Cell-Based Assays " to their offering.
(Dec 5, 2006)
Indo-Romanian trade to increase one billion dollars by 2008: Envoy (New Kerala)
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.
(Dec 5, 2006)
Scientists Identify a Fungal Gene (RedNova)
U.S. researchers say they have identified a fungal gene that apparently plays an important role in developing a destructive fungal pathogen.
(Dec 5, 2006)
DNAPrint Pharmaceuticals to Present at NYSSA Biotech/Specialty Pharma Conference (RedNova)
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.
(Dec 5, 2006)
Affymetrix, Baylor ink license for genomic patents (bizjournals.com via Yahoo! Finance)
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.
(Dec 5, 2006)
NASA Scientists Find Primordial Organic Matter In Meteorite (Science Daily)
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.
(Dec 5, 2006)
Newts Regrow Hearts: Scientists Reveal Molecular Details Of Regeneration In Amphibians (Science Daily)
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
(Dec 5, 2006)
Cell Signaling Technology Announces a Research Project with Bristol-Myers Squibb Company for the Evaluation of CST's (Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance)
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.
(Dec 5, 2006)
Dr. S.M. Faruque, Scientist and Head, Molecular Genetics Laboratory of LSD, ICDDR,B received TWAS Award in Brazil (News From Bangladesh)
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.
(Dec 5, 2006)
Affymetrix makes license deal with Baylor (BizJournals)
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.
(Dec 5, 2006)
Affymetrix makes license deal with Baylor (bizjournals.com via Yahoo! Finance)
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.
(Dec 5, 2006)
Peering Into The Shadow World Of RNA: Crosstalk May Control The Genome (Science Daily)
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.
(Dec 5, 2006)
Study Uncovers Mutation Responsible For Noonan Syndrome (Science Daily)
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.
(Dec 5, 2006)
PA Governor Rendell Strengthens Johnstown's Biomedical Sector with Announcement of State Investment in Early Stage (PR Newswire via Yahoo! Finance)
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.
(Dec 5, 2006)
Protein-based tumor biomarker predicts breast-cancer survival (EurekAlert!)
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.
(Dec 5, 2006)
Market for Synthetic siRNA Shows Significant Growth Potential (PR Newswire via Yahoo! Finance)
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.
(Dec 5, 2006)
Regents recognize outstanding service (Eastern Arizona Courier)
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. The Courier and the Copper Era newspapers are part of Wick Communications.
(Dec 5, 2006)
Advanced infrastructure, multidimensional vision, vital to meet global regulatory standards: DCGI (PharmaBiz)
India must look at creating a world-class infrastructure to meet global standards in regulatory affairs, stated Drugs Controller General of India M Venkateswarlu.
(Dec 6, 2006)
Bioscience push paying off (The Arizona Republic)
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
(Dec 6, 2006)
Springer Adds Genomic Medicine To Biomedical Publishing Portfolio (Medical News Today)
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
(Dec 6, 2006)
Using Comparative Genomics to Manage Marek's Disease (Agricultural Research Magazine)
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.
(Dec 6, 2006)
Job Detail Sales Agent - Laboratory Service Contracts (E4: Engineering)
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.
(Dec 6, 2006)
Nanogen Releases Pharmacogenetics Research Reagents for CYP2C9 and VKORC1 Analysis (Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance)
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.
(Dec 6, 2006)
Developer of HPV-Based PAP Test Joins CytoCore Medical Advisory Board (Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance)
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
(Dec 6, 2006)
Aushon Biosystems Announces $7.78 Million Round A Financing (Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance)
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.
(Dec 6, 2006)
STAR*D study examines effect of genetic variation in treatment resistant depression (EurekAlert!)
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.
(Dec 6, 2006)
Examining Molecular Imaging's Hot Future (Science Daily)
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
(Dec 6, 2006)
Tapping in to niche pharma (Canadian Business)
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.
(Dec 6, 2006)
Nanogen Releases Pharmacogenetics Research Reagents for CYP2C9 and VKORC1 Analysis (RedNova)
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.
(Dec 6, 2006)
Startup Aushon BioSystems lands first funding round (BizJournals)
Aushon BioSystems Inc. has closed a $7.78 million Series A round of financing to support marketing and development of its microarray-based tools.
(Dec 6, 2006)
Biopsy Marker May Predict Breast Cancer's Course (HealthDay via Yahoo! News)
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.
(Dec 6, 2006)
Biopsy Marker May Predict Breast Cancer's Course (Health Scout)
Women with low p27 protein fared worse with hormone-positive tumors, study found.
(Dec 6, 2006)
Aushon BioSystems raises 7.7 million in venture funding (BizJournals)
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.
(Dec 6, 2006)
Dr. S.M. Faruque, Scientist and Head, Molecular Genetics Laboratory of LSD, ICDDR,B received TWAS Award in Brazil (News From Bangladesh)
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.
(Dec 6, 2006)
End of an era: Cohen steps down as Packard's chief of staff (Stanford Report)
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.
(Dec 6, 2006)
Biopsy Marker May Predict Breast Cancer's Course (KOLD News 13 Tuscon)
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...
(Dec 6, 2006)
Tri-State Neighbor (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.
(Dec 6, 2006)
First molecular simulation of a long DNA strand shows unexpected flexibility (EurekAlert!)
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.
(Dec 6, 2006)
First molecular simulation of a long DNA strand shows unexpected flexibility (PhysOrg)
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.
(Dec 6, 2006)
Cancer Biomarkers Now Covered in MEDLINE (Newswise)
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.
(Dec 6, 2006)
New 'GreeneChip' identifies multiple pathogens rapidly and accurately (EurekAlert!)
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.
(Dec 7, 2006)
Study finds big impact on economy from TGen (The Arizona Republic)
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.
(Dec 7, 2006)
WCU alumnus and CEO takes students on tour of company (Asheville Citizen-Times)
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.
(Dec 7, 2006)
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