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Invitrogen Introduces Disposable Stem Cell Passaging Tool
Invitrogen, a provider of essential life science technologies for research, production and diagnostics, has launched a new disposable device to simplify manual passaging, the process of dividing human embryonic stem cell (hESC) colonies. (Thu, 09 Aug 2007 21:06:05 GMT)
Taming The Anthrax Threat
by Staff Writers Ann Arbor MI (SPX) Aug 10, 2007 In the American government's biodefense efforts, the potential for terrorists to cause a deadly anthrax outbreak remains a significant concern, six years after the letter attacks that shook the nation shortly after 9/11. Now, researchers at the University of Michigan Medical School have developed the first complete picture of how anthrax-causing ... (Fri, 10 Aug 2007 03:23:06 GMT)
Abbott Receives Supplemental FDA Approval For Its Best-in-Class In Sensitivity RealTime HIV-1 Viral Load Test
Abbott (NYSE: ABT) has received a supplemental Premarket Approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for its recently introduced RealTime HIV-1 viral load test. The approval allows Abbott to market a number of enhancements to the test, including a new design feature that will give laboratories the flexibility to perform HIV-1 viral load tests with smaller amounts (0. [click link for full ... (Fri, 10 Aug 2007 08:14:08 GMT)
Almac Diagnostics Announces Pioneering Genetic Research On Ductal Carcinoma In Situ (DCIS) Using Breast Cancer DSA ...
Almac Diagnostics has announced a major study analysing ductal carcinoma in situ tissue samples using its novel Breast Cancer DSA™ microarray. DSA™ research tools focus on the transcriptome of an individual disease, in this case breast cancer, and contain significant additional data, relevant to the disease of interest that is not available on other generic microarrays. [click link for full ... (Fri, 10 Aug 2007 09:13:06 GMT)
Acacia Technologies Licenses Credit Card Fraud Protection Technology to LEGO
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.----Acacia Research Corporation announced today that Financial Systems Innovation LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Acacia Technologies group, a leader in technology licensing, has entered into a non-exclusive license covering a patent that applies to credit card fraud protection technology with LEGO Brand Retail, Inc. (Fri, 10 Aug 2007 10:00:00 GMT)
UofL will use grant to improve health in state
The University of Louisville hopes to use a major federal grant to improve health in a state beset by problems with cancer, obesity, diabetes and heart and lung ailments. (Fri, 10 Aug 2007 10:04:16 GMT)
Great Plains-The Camelina Company and INEOS Enterprises Join Forces in Major North American Biofuels Partnership
AgPR - Great Plains - The Camelina Company announces it has entered into a strategic partnership with chemicals major INEOS Enterprises for the purpose of producing camelina, an exciting new non-food oilseed crop whose oil is used in alternative fuels. (Fri, 10 Aug 2007 11:00:00 GMT)
Acacia Technologies Licenses Credit Card Fraud Protection Technology to LEGO
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., (Fri, 10 Aug 2007 11:23:21 GMT)
Rosetta Genomics Announces Initiation of Expansion of US Operations to Facilitate Expected Product Launches in 2008
Rosetta Genomics, Ltd. , a global leader in microRNA and RNAi, announced today it has initiated the expansion of its US operations with the relocation of Amir Avniel, Chief Executive Officer, from the company's headquarters in Rehovot, Israel, to New York. (Fri, 10 Aug 2007 13:02:00 GMT)
Company Profile for Illumina, Inc.
----Illumina is a leading developer, manufacturer, and marketer of next-generation life-science tools and integrated systems for the analysis of genetic variation and biological function. (Fri, 10 Aug 2007 14:59:00 GMT)
New Textbook Illuminates the Close Links Between Evolutionary and Molecular Biology
In an innovative approach to the subject of evolutionary biology, a new book, Evolution, combines the contemporary fields of genetics and molecular biology with traditional evolutionary theories to provide an elegant, cohesive view of biology. (Fri, 10 Aug 2007 16:13:29 GMT)
Foolish Book Review: "The Black Swan"
What you don't know can really hurt you. (Fri, 10 Aug 2007 16:24:19 GMT)
Plague found in Doney Park fleas, prairie dogs
Plague carried by fleas and prairie dogs has surfaced in a Doney Park neighborhood, prompting flea eradication and notification to residents. (Fri, 10 Aug 2007 17:07:19 GMT)
Medical Related News From The American Chemical Society
Bright future for new drug delivery system intended to minimize side effects Journal of the American Chemical SocietyIn an advance toward the long-sought ability to deliver medication directly to diseased tissue, while minimizing side effects and damage to healthy parts of the body, scientists are reporting development of a new dosing system that is controlled by light. [click link for full ... (Fri, 10 Aug 2007 17:11:05 GMT)
August 10, 2007
Etobicoke native and third-year University of Western Ontario student Christopher Johansen isn't soaking up many rays this summer. (Fri, 10 Aug 2007 17:25:35 GMT)
Readying to Deploy Dx Products, Rosetta Genomics' CEO Moves to US
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Scientists show that mitochondrial DNA variants are linked to risk factors for type 2 diabetes
Monday, August 13, 2007 – Today, researchers report for the first time that genetic variants in mitochondria—energy-producing structures harboring DNA that are inherited only from the mother—are directly linked to metabolic markers for type 2 diabetes. (Fri, 10 Aug 2007 21:06:53 GMT)
Mitochondrial DNA Variants Are Directly Linked to Risk Factors for Type 2 Diabetes
Researchers report for the first time that genetic variants in mitochondria--energy-producing structures harboring DNA that are inherited only from the mother--are directly linked to metabolic markers for type 2 diabetes. The study, which highlights the role of mitochondrial genome variation in the pathogenesis of common diseases, is published online in Genome Research. (Fri, 10 Aug 2007 21:13:22 GMT)
Biggest. Corn harvest. Ever.
But Monsanto says we can do much, much better. So how exactly will the company repeal the laws of corn physics? (Fri, 10 Aug 2007 23:19:42 GMT)
Indian science conquers new frontiers
New Delhi, Aug 11 (IANS) Sixty years after independence, Indian science has taken giant strides in virtually every arena - from space vehicles to vaccines. Starting out 60 years ago as a poor country with a history of famines and underdevelopment, India today stands poised as the surprise powerhouse of cutting-edge science and technology. (Sat, 11 Aug 2007 02:51:11 GMT)
Indian science conquers new frontiers (India at 60)
Sixty years after independence, Indian science has taken giant strides in virtually every arena - from space vehicles to vaccines. (Sat, 11 Aug 2007 04:24:52 GMT)
Genetic Variation Helps To Understand Predisposition To Schizophrenia
Scientists have provided new insight into how a gene is related to schizophrenia. In a study to be published in the August 17 issue of the Journal of Biological Chemistry, Amanda J. [click link for full article] (Sat, 11 Aug 2007 09:11:56 GMT)
Midwest Messenger
Bigfork, Mont. - Great Plains has entered into a strategic partnership with chemicals major INEOS Enterprises for the purpose of producing camelina, a non-food oilseed crop whose oil is used in alternative fuels. (Sat, 11 Aug 2007 12:55:56 GMT)
Indian science conquers new frontiers
New Delhi, Aug 11: Sixty years after independence, Indian science has taken giant strides in virtually every arena - from space vehicles to vaccines. (Sat, 11 Aug 2007 17:40:32 GMT)
Genetic Research On Ductal Carcinoma In Situ Announced By Almac Diagnostics
Almac Diagnostics has announced a major study analysing ductal carcinoma in situ tissue samples using its novel Breast Cancer DSA® microarray. DSA® research tools focus on the transcriptome of an individual disease, in this case breast cancer, and contain significant additional data, relevant to the disease of interest that is not available on other generic microarrays. [click link for full ... (Sat, 11 Aug 2007 23:11:05 GMT)
Ken Heebner Buys Mastercard Incorporated Class A, Research In Motion Ltd., McDermott International Inc., Sells Goldman ...
Ken Heebner of the CGM Funds likes to focus on big economic trends, and buys the strongest companies in the industries he thinks that will go strong. He is getting out of financial stocks, as we have observed. These are his buys and sells during the 3-months ended 06/30/2007. (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 00:57:25 GMT)
Scientists Show That Mitochondrial DNA Variants Are Directly Linked To Risk Factors For Type 2 Diabetes
Researchers have reported for the first time that genetic variants in mitochondria-energy-producing structures harboring DNA that are inherited only from the mother-are directly linked to metabolic markers for type 2 diabetes. The study, which highlights the role of mitochondrial genome variation in the pathogenesis of common diseases, is published online in Genome Research (http://www.genome. ... (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 01:11:10 GMT)
Why UVa will spend $20 million on 6 professors
In five labs at the University of Virginia, Joe C. Campbell’s research team is developing more efficient ways to transfer data over fiber optic networks, advancing night vision technology and building a better bioterrorism detector. (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 05:03:19 GMT)
Methodist researcher at forefront of bioinformatics revolution
As candidates for medical pioneers go, Stephen Wong may seem an odd choice. An engineer, he never attended medical school. But he's among those at the forefront of a new wave in medicine dubbed "bioinformatics," which seeks to capitalize on the increasing power of computers. (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 05:47:43 GMT)
Rosetta Genomics to expand US operations
CE Unterberg Towbin: Consolidation in the US is a positive move. We reiterate our “Buy” rating. (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 16:45:38 GMT)
Money laundering cleanup weighs on Discount Bank NY
The bank's profit margin was low in the second quarter, with a net profit of $4.9 million. (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 16:45:48 GMT)
Neuregulin 1 gene linked to schizophrenia
Scientists have provided new insight into how a gene is related to schizophrenia. (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 22:26:02 GMT)
Almac Diagnostics announces major study analysing ductal carcinoma in situ tissue samples
Today Almac Diagnostics announced a major study analysing ductal carcinoma in situ tissue samples using its novel Breast Cancer DSA microarray. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 00:09:34 GMT)
Williamson looks to build opportunities at VisEn
Jerry Williamson has come a long way since his days of carrying a sales bag into doctors' offices, peddling blood tests for the U.S. diagnostics unit of Switzerland's Roche Holdings AG. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 04:16:07 GMT)
Purdue in State Fair spotlight
Purdue Day at the State Fair will be from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday in Indianapolis. It will feature a number of exhibits and events throughout the fairgrounds. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 06:01:39 GMT)
New Textbook Illuminates The Close Links Between Evolutionary And Molecular Biology
In an innovative approach to the subject of evolutionary biology, a new book, Evolution, combines the contemporary fields of genetics and molecular biology with traditional evolutionary theories to provide an elegant, cohesive view of biology. [click link for full article] (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 08:12:16 GMT)
Discovery Of New Protein Overthrows Accepted Ideas About Cellular Cleanup Processes, Could Provide New Understanding Of ...
Scientists have discovered a new enzyme involved in the degradation of proteins inside cells, a process that helps eliminate or recycle proteins that are no longer needed. [click link for full article] (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 08:13:06 GMT)
GeneNews secures $2 million for development of prostate biomarkers
GeneNews Limited , a company focused on developing simple blood-based biomarker tests for the early detection of diseases and personalized health management, today announced it has signed an agreement with an Asian Biomedical consortium to develop blood-based biomarkers for the detection and management of prostate diseases. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 12:00:00 GMT)
New Newborn Screening Technology Revives Old Controversies
In a paper published in the Archives of Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine, a U-M pediatrician outlines the controversies surrounding newborn screening, and provides insight into the issues that must be addressed for the continued success of this public health screening program. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 12:15:23 GMT)
Midwest Messenger
Bigfork, Mont. - Great Plains has entered into a strategic partnership with chemicals major INEOS Enterprises for the purpose of producing camelina, a non-food oilseed crop whose oil is used in alternative fuels. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 13:11:02 GMT)
Gift to Technology Boosts Power for Gene Discovery
Gifts to technology at Southwest Foundation for Biomedical Research are ramping up already world-renowned genetic research resources, dramatically accelerating the speed with which scientists can hunt for genes that influence complex human diseases as varied as heart disease, diabetes, brain disorders and cancer. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 13:15:23 GMT)
Circadian Clock Controls Plant Growth Hormone
The plant growth hormone auxin is controlled by circadian rhythms within the plant, researchers have found. The discovery explains how plants can time their growth to take advantage of resources such as light and water, and suggests that many other processes may be influenced by circadian rhythms. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 14:04:24 GMT)
AT&T Foundation donates $1 million to biomed research group
The Southwest Foundation for Biomedical Research received a $1 million gift from the AT&T Foundation that will allow the research institute's AT&T Genomics Computing Center to double the power and speed of its "computer ranch." (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 15:36:50 GMT)
Diverse genetic abnormalities lead to NF-κB activation in multiple myeloma
Two new studies may lead to the development of more effective therapies for individuals with multiple myeloma (MM), a common and incurable blood cell cancer. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 16:09:00 GMT)
Circadian clock controls plant growth hormone
The plant growth hormone auxin is controlled by circadian rhythms within the plant, UC Davis researchers have found. The discovery explains how plants can time their growth to take advantage of resources such as light and water, and suggests that many other processes may be influenced by circadian rhythms. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 16:24:31 GMT)
Molecular Mechanisms In Multiple Myeloma Illluminated: Could Lead To More Effective Therapies
Two new studies may lead to the development of more effective therapies for individuals with multiple myeloma, a common and incurable blood cell cancer. The research provides new insight into the molecular mechanisms that underlie aberrant NF-ºB activity in muliple myeloma tumor cells and underscores the relevance of the signaling pathway as a target for MM therapy. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 17:03:34 GMT)
Ciphergen Reports Second Quarter 2007 Financial Results and Business Progress
Ciphergen Biosystems, Inc. today announced financial results for its second quarter ended June 30, 2007 and provided an update on business progress. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 20:05:00 GMT)
Unravelling new complexity in the genome
A major surprise emerging from genome sequencing projects is that humans have a comparable number of protein-coding genes as significantly less complex organisms such as the minute nematode worm Caenorhabditis elegans. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 20:10:12 GMT)
Unravelling New Complexity In The Genome
A major surprise emerging from genome sequencing projects is that humans have a comparable number of protein-coding genes as significantly less complex organisms such as the minute nematode worm Caenorhabditis elegans. Clearly something other than gene count is behind the genetic differences between simpler and more complex life forms. Researchers uncover new clues to explain genetic differences ... (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 21:03:24 GMT)
Circadian Clock Controls Plant Growth Hormone
The plant growth hormone auxin is controlled by circadian rhythms within the plant, UC Davis researchers have found. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 23:42:15 GMT)
New Book Unites Evolution and Genomics
Jonathan Eisen, a professor at the UC Davis Genome Center, has coauthored a new textbook that combines the most recent developments in genomics and molecular biology with traditional evolutionary biology, to provide a comprehensive, up-to-date text on evolutionary biology. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 23:42:35 GMT)
Illumina, Inc. Files Resale Registration Statement for Previously Issued Convertible Senior Notes
SAN DIEGO----Illumina, Inc. today announced that a resale registration statement has been filed on Form S-3 with the Securities and Exchange Commission in connection with its prior sale of $400 million aggregate principal amount of its 0.625% Convertible Senior Notes due 2014. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 00:35:00 GMT)
Illumina, Inc. Files Resale Registration Statement for Previously Issued Convertible Senior Notes
Illumina, Inc. (Nasdaq:ILMN) today announced that a resale registration statement has been filed on Form S-3 with the Securities and Exchange Commission in connection with its prior sale of $400 million aggregate principal amount ... (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 00:42:20 GMT)
Illumina, Inc. Files Resale Registration Statement for Previously Issued Convertible Senior Notes
Illumina, ( Nachrichten ) Inc. (Nasdaq:ILMN) today announced that a resale registration statement has been filed on Form S-3 with the Securities and Exchange Commission in connection with its prior sale of $400 million aggregate principal amount of its 0.625% Convertible Senior Notes due 2014. The registration statement became effective automatically upon filing and registers the offer and sale, ... (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 00:50:51 GMT)
Do Pills Have a Place In Cancer Prevention?
A study of a Novartis drug believed to reduce a woman's risk for breast cancer was canceled, raising questions about the future of using pills to prevent the disease. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 02:07:00 GMT)
Alpha Innotech Reports Record Second Quarter Revenues
SAN LEANDRO, Calif.----Alpha Innotech Corp. , a leading provider of bioanalytical systems for drug discovery and life science research, today reported financial results for the second quarter ending June 30, 2007. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 04:05:00 GMT)
Modern Medical Research Rests on a Bunch of Inbred Mice
The descendants of a few mice collected at the turn of the 20th century are the study subjects for most drugs on the market today. Scientists say the old lines could be the reason drug problems emerge after approval, call for a more diverse lab-mouse population. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 06:17:26 GMT)
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Acacia Technologies Enters into License Agreements with CA
Acacia Research Corporation ( Nachrichten ) (Nasdaq:ACTG)(Nasdaq:CBMX) announced today that its Disc Link Corporation and Diagnostic Systems Corporation subsidiaries, which are part of its Acacia Technologies group, a leader in technology licensing, have entered into license agreements with CA, ( Nachrichten ) Inc. covering two patent portfolios. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 10:09:03 GMT)
The Role Of Mitochondrial DNA Variation In Type 2 Diabetes And Other Common Genetic Diseases
Researchers report for the first time that genetic variants in mitochondria -- energy-producing structures harboring DNA that are inherited only from the mother -- are directly linked to metabolic markers for type 2 diabetes. The study, which highlights the role of mitochondrial genome variation in the pathogenesis of common diseases, is published online in Genome Research (http://www.genome. ... (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 11:11:15 GMT)
Acacia Technologies Enters into License Agreements with CA
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 11:23:21 GMT)
Stellar Pharmaceuticals Schedules Second Quarter 2007 Financial Results and Conference Call
Stellar Pharmaceuticals Inc.,(OTC.BB: SLXCF), a Canadian pharmaceutical developer and marketer of high quality, cost-effective products for select health care markets, today announced that it plans to release its 2007 second quarter financial results prior to the opening of the stock market on Wednesday, August 15, 2007. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 11:30:00 GMT)
Iconix Releases On-Line Version of World's Largest Toxicogenomic Reference Database
Iconix Biosciences, Inc. today announced the introduction and sale of the first license to DrugMatrix Online 1.0. This unique product provides web-based access to a full-featured version of the Iconix flagship product, DrugMatrix®. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 12:00:00 GMT)
Invitrogen Launches Breakthrough Media for Human Embryonic Stem Cells
SAN DIEGO & CARLSBAD, Calif.----Invitrogen, a provider of essential life science technologies for research, production and diagnostics, and Novocell Inc., a stem cell engineering company, today announced the launch of a new fully-defined, serum- and feeder-free media specifically formulated for the growth and expansion of human embryonic stem cells . (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 12:00:00 GMT)
The Pittsburgh Life Sciences Greenhouse Invests $350,000 in Three Innovative Technologies
The Pittsburgh Life Sciences Greenhouse , the private/public partnership putting the region's life sciences industry on a fast track for growth, announced that the PLSG has invested a total of $350,000 in three companies; Celsense, Inc., Glucose Sensing Technologies LLC and Falcon Genomics, Inc. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 12:32:00 GMT)
Power3 Medical to Present at Noble Financial Small Cap Investor Conference in Charleston, South Carolina on Monday, ...
HOUSTON----Power3 Medical Products, Inc. , a leading proteomics company specializing in the development and commercialization of early detection diagnostic tests for breast cancer and neurodegenerative disease, will present at Noble Financial's Small Cap Conference / Micro Cap Symposium held at the Charleston Place Hotel in Charleston, South Carolina. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 12:45:00 GMT)
Three tech firms get funding
Three local life sciences firms received a total of $350,000 from the Pittsburgh Life Sciences Greenhouse. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 13:26:47 GMT)
Funding boost for professors at Trent
Two professors at Trent University are getting $247,000 from the Ministry of Research and Innovation. Prof. Celine Gueguen, who holds the Canada Research Chair in Aquatic Sciences and Biogeochemistry, is receiving $167,000. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 16:12:15 GMT)
Circadian clock can control plant growth
U.S. botanists have discovered the plant growth hormone auxin is controlled by a plant's circadian rhythms. The University of California-Davis scientists said their discovery explained how plants can time growth to take advantage of resources such as ligh... (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 17:07:42 GMT)
Circadian clock can control plant growth
U.S. botanists have discovered the plant growth hormone auxin is controlled by a plant's circadian rhythms. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 17:09:58 GMT)
Circadian clock can control plant growth
U.S. botanists have discovered the plant growth hormone auxin is controlled by a plant's circadian rhythms.The University of California-Davis scientists said their discovery explained how plants can time growth to take advantage of resources such as light and water and suggested many other processes may be influenced by circadian rhythms.The scientists said circadian rhythms appear to act by ... (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 17:32:41 GMT)
iSCSI Storage: SANRAD Helps University Of Alaska, Fairbanks Build A Large Compute Cluster
SANRAD provided the University of Alaska, Fairbanks cost effective and simple solutions to easily share storage and data among all the nodes in a cluster. Submitted by SANRAD (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 20:33:26 GMT)
State of Arizona Seeks Representation for Business Recruitment in the Mexico/Latin American Markets
PHOENIX----The Arizona Department of Commerce is a State agency that markets Arizona internationally for economic development. In Mexico and Latin America, the Arizona Dept of Commerce has had contract representation for foreign direct investment and trade as mandated in Arizona Revised Statute 41-1505.01. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 22:57:00 GMT)
Gene work speeding up
Southwest Foundation for Biomedical Research's souped-up computer center will benefit research. (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 02:27:46 GMT)
Business news briefs
The number of foreclosures in Pittsburgh fell 22 percent in the first half of the year, compared with the same period a year ago, according to online foreclosure marketplace RealtyTrac. (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 04:30:11 GMT)
Iowa State animal scientists presented awards at international
Iowa State University animal science department faculty and students brought home several awards from the Joint Annual Meeting of the American Dairy Science Association, Poultry Science Association, Asociación Mexicana de Producción Animal and the American Society of Animal Science held July 7 to 12 in San Antonio. (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 05:29:10 GMT)
Multiple Myeloma Research Consortium (MMRC) Partners With Novartis To Advance Phase II Study Of Deacetylase Inhibitor
The Multiple Myeloma Research Consortium (MMRC) today announced its participation in a Phase II study to determine the efficacy of LBH589 for the treatment of patients with relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma. LBH589 is an orally administered deacetylase inhibitor developed by Novartis Pharmaceuticals. [click link for full article] (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 08:11:05 GMT)
Split off of CombiMatrix Corporation Completed Today on August 15, 2007
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 11:38:19 GMT)
Invitrogen's Qubit Platform Wins 2007 R&D 100 Award
CARLSBAD, Calif.----Invitrogen Corporation , a provider of essential life science technologies for research, production and diagnostics, has won a prestigious R&D 100 Award for its Qubit quantitation platform. (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 12:00:00 GMT)
New Study of Toronto SARS Patients Reveals Potential for Future Identification of Aggressive Cases
Researchers at University Health Network (UHN) have revealed that measuring the expression of certain genes during the early stages of illness may be able to predict a patient's risk of developing serious or even fatal complications for severe pneumonias with no known cure, such as Severe Acute Respiratory syndrome (SARS). (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 12:30:52 GMT)
Luminex and Exiqon Sign Distribution Agreement for MicroRNA Products and Launch Expanded ...
Exiqon to Lead Distribution of FlexmiR Products as the Companies Continue to Develop New MicroRNA Technologies AUSTIN, Texas & COPENHAGEN, Denmark, July 10 / / -- Luminex Corporation (NASDAQ:LMNX), a leading provider of multiplex solutions, and Exiqon A/S (OMX: EXQ), a leading supplier of high-value gene expression analysis products, today announced the execution of a distribution agreement for ... (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 12:59:18 GMT)
DuPont Leaders Brief Investors on Agriculture Businesses
DuPont Chairman and CEO Charles O. Holliday, Jr., Executive Vice President & Chief Innovation Officer Thomas M. Connelly, and Group Vice President -- DuPont Agriculture & Nutrition J. (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 13:45:00 GMT)
DuPont Leaders Brief Investors on Agriculture Businesses
DES MOINES, Iowa, Aug. 15 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- DuPont ( Nachrichten / Aktienkurs ) Chairman and CEO Charles O. Holliday, Jr., Executive Vice President&Chief Innovation Officer Thomas M. Connelly, and Group Vice President -- DuPont Agriculture&Nutrition J. Erik Fyrwald today updated investors on DuPont businesses serving the agriculture and biofuels markets. (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 13:53:18 GMT)
CombiMatrix Corporation Common Stock Begins Trading On the Nasdaq Capital Market
MUKILTEO, Wash., Aug. 15, 2007 -- CombiMatrix Corporation announced today that its common stock began trading on the Nasdaq Capital Market at 9:30 a.m. Eastern Time, August 15, 2007, under the symbol "CBMXD." (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 14:12:01 GMT)
DNA replication behavior in complex organisms may foreshadow leaps in genomic discoveries
For the first time, findings by scientists at the Genome Institute of Singapore (GIS) may be paving the way for more efficient analyses and tests related to the replication of cells, and ultimately, to the better understanding of human biology, such as in stem cell research. (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 14:25:32 GMT)
DREAM Organizers Announce Cellular Network Prediction Challenge
The National Center for Biomedical Computing at Columbia University, in collaboration with the IBM Computational Biology Center at IBM T.J. Watson Labs, today announced a call for participation at its yearly workshop for the assessment of methods for reverse engineering of biological circuits. (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 15:05:00 GMT)
TRADE NEWS: Agilent Technologies Offers First FFPE Kit for Oligo CGH Microarrays
Agilent Technologies Inc. ( Nachrichten ) (NYSE: A) and Kreatech Biotechnology BV today announced the availability of labeling kits that, for the first time, enable oligo microarray comparative genomic hybridization (CGH) analysis of DNA from formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue samples. (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 15:07:52 GMT)
Strategic Diagnostics to Present at Two Upcoming Investor Conferences
Strategic Diagnostics Inc. -- a leading provider of biotechnology-based detection solutions for a broad range of food, water, agricultural, environmental and life science applications, announced today that its President and Chief Executive Officer, Matthew Knight, will present at two investor conferences during the next three weeks. (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 16:41:00 GMT)
Valley's educators tackle biotechnology
A few years after biotechnology hit the headlines in Arizona, the concept is taking root at several high schools. (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 17:37:50 GMT)
Corporate report
Horizon Bancorporation Inc. -- The Bradenton-based bank reported a profit of $411,392 for the second quarter, or 21 cents per share. That compared with a profit of $368,663, or 19 cents per share, during the same 2006 period. (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 19:07:34 GMT)
CombiMatrix Corporation Commences Initial Listing On Nasdaq Capital Market
MUKILTEO, Wash., Aug. 15, 2007 -- CombiMatrix Corporation announced today that CombiMatrix Corporation successfully met the initial listing requirements for the Nasdaq Capital Market following its split-off from Acacia Research Corporation. (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 19:13:50 GMT)
Pittsburgh Business Backer Invests $150K in siRNA Chip Startup Falcon Genomics
GenomeWeb Daily News You are not logged in. Existing subscribers login here . New to GenomeWeb Daily News? Register quickly here for your free subscription. (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 19:44:37 GMT)
Genedata Announces Agreement With The Fiehn Laboratory At UC Davis For Refiner MS And Analyst Software
Genedata, a company providing in silico solutions for the worldwide life sciences industry, today announced an agreement with the Fiehn Laboratory at the University of California, Davis, for the provision of the Expressionist software platform for biomarker discovery (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 21:19:51 GMT)
MEDB program constructing path for STEM education
KIHEI – Established in 2006, Ke Alahele (A Pathway) Education Fund has awarded $25,000 to projects in schools and to students in support of science and technology education. (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 23:26:56 GMT)
New Complexity In The Genome Unravelled
A major surprise emerging from genome sequencing projects is that humans have a comparable number of protein-coding genes as significantly less complex organisms such as the minute nematode worm Caenorhabditis elegans. Clearly something other than gene count is behind the genetic differences between simpler and more complex life forms. [click link for full article] (Thu, 16 Aug 2007 00:11:15 GMT)
IPO Profile: GNI Ltd.
Tokyo, Aug 16, 2007 (Jiji Press) - Pharmaceuticals company GNI Ltd. will make its debut on the Tokyo Stock Exchange's Mothers market on Aug. 31. (Thu, 16 Aug 2007 03:07:35 GMT)
Diverse Genetic Abnormalities And Multiple Myeloma
Two new studies may lead to the development of more effective therapies for individuals with multiple myeloma (MM), a common and incurable blood cell cancer. [click link for full article] (Thu, 16 Aug 2007 03:11:16 GMT)
George Soros Buys Transocean Inc., Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc., Union Pacific Corp., Sells Griffon Corp., Sotheby's ...
Billionaire investor George Soros's fund has high turnovers. He reshuffled his portfolio again during the second quarter, with about 50% of new stocks. These are the details of the buys and sells. (Thu, 16 Aug 2007 03:42:28 GMT)
Local News
Governor Charlie Crist has named two Palm Beach county persons to the Action Team on Energy and Climate Change -- a plan that will focus on greenhouse gas reduction, said Crist. (Thu, 16 Aug 2007 04:09:55 GMT)
Purdue peps up state fair, reaches out to community
By BRIAN WALLHEIMER (Thu, 16 Aug 2007 06:10:30 GMT)
Brian J. Argauer, Jr., and Laura L. Grell
Laura Lynn Grell to Wed Brian John Argauer, Jr. (Thu, 16 Aug 2007 07:38:03 GMT)
BioWisdom Expands Commercial Activities With Appointment of Michael Stapleton as Chief Business Officer
BioWisdom Limited, a leader in the provision of healthcare software and intelligence to the pharmaceutical industry, today announced plans to expand its global sales and marketing activities under the direction of Michael Stapleton Ph.D. (Thu, 16 Aug 2007 08:08:00 GMT)
DNA Replication Behaviour In Complex Organisms May Be Forerunner To Leaps In Genomic Discoveries
For the first time, findings by scientists at the Genome Institute of Singapore (GIS) may be paving the way for more efficient analyses and tests related to the replication of cells, and ultimately, to the better understanding of human biology, such as in stem cell research. [click link for full article] (Thu, 16 Aug 2007 08:13:06 GMT)
£1.5 MILLION TO FIGHT DEVASTATING PARASITIC DISEASES
The basic workings of the parasites which cause some of the developing world's most devastating diseases are the subject of a major new research project at the University of Dundee. (Thu, 16 Aug 2007 08:42:07 GMT)
Events & More
Health services for Bridgeview residents 65 years or older are being offered at the Bridgeview Community Center, 79th Street and Oketo Avenue. (Thu, 16 Aug 2007 09:09:24 GMT)
Applied Biosystems Launches Genotyping Service Provider Program
FOSTER CITY, Calif.----Applied Biosystems , an Applera Corporation business, today announced that it has established a global genotyping service provider program for scientists interested in the study of how specific genetic variations may impact health or disease. (Thu, 16 Aug 2007 11:00:00 GMT)
Pharmacyclics Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2007 Financial Results
Pharmacyclics, Inc. today reported financial results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended June 30, 2007. The net loss for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2007 was $7.0 million, or $0.27 per share, compared to a net loss of $14.7 million, or $0.73 per share, for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2006. (Thu, 16 Aug 2007 11:30:00 GMT)
Pharmacyclics Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2007 Financial Results
SUNNYVALE, Calif., Aug. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Pharmacyclics, ( Nachrichten ) Inc. today reported financial results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended June 30, 2007. The net loss for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2007 was $7.0 million, or $0.27 per share, compared to a net loss of $14.7 million, or $0.73 per share, for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2006. The net loss in fourth ... (Thu, 16 Aug 2007 11:38:22 GMT)
Customer Centricity and Product Innovation Fuels Rapid Customer Adoption for Oracle On Demand and Oracle's Siebel CRM ...
Oracle today announced that Oracle's Siebel CRM On Demand and Oracle On Demand have achieved significant customer traction, further extending Oracle's industry leadership by providing unparalleled choice of application deployment and integration for leading SMB and enterprise organizations worldwide. (Thu, 16 Aug 2007 12:00:00 GMT)
Abbott and Caprion Extend Partnership to Discover Antibody Targets for Cancer
ABBOTT PARK, Ill. and MONTREAL, June 6 -- Abbott (NYSE:ABT) and Caprion Proteomics, a general partnership wholly owned by Thallion Pharmaceuticals have extended their discovery partnership to investigate viable human therapeutic antibody targets for oncology using their CellCarta® technology platform. The two companies began working together on lung cancer targets three years ago. The extended ... (Thu, 16 Aug 2007 13:11:16 GMT)
BioWisdom Expands Commercial Activities With Appointment of Michael Stapleton as Chief Business Officer
BioWisdom Limited, a leader in the provision of healthcare software and intelligence to the pharmaceutical industry, today announced plans to expand its global sales and marketing activities under the direction of Michael Stapleton Ph.D. (Thu, 16 Aug 2007 13:46:00 GMT)
August 16, 2007
Developing disease resistance for new crops, accelerating analytical services during grain harvest and transport and identifying new alleles, or genes, for grain quality are some of the benefits for agriculture of the first prOTOF 2000 mass spectrometer in Western Australia. (Thu, 16 Aug 2007 14:54:40 GMT)
DNAPrint(R) Genomics Introduces Doggie DNAPrint(R)
DNAPrint® Genomics today announced the launch of its new product, Doggie DNAPrint®, a new, easy-to-follow genetic test kit that will provide pet owners essential information for uncovering their dog's ancestry and breed. (Thu, 16 Aug 2007 15:13:00 GMT)
Pharmacyclics halves Q4 loss to $7M
Pharmacyclics Inc. on Thursday reported a fourth quarter loss of $7 million or 27 cents a share, halved from a year-ago quarter loss of $14.7 million or 73 cents a share. (Thu, 16 Aug 2007 15:43:29 GMT)
First genome transplant changes one species into another
For the first time, scientists have completely transformed a species of bacteria into another species by transplanting its complete set of DNA. The achievement marks a significant step toward the construction of synthetic life, with applications including the production of clean fuel in as little as a decade. (Thu, 16 Aug 2007 17:39:01 GMT)
Power3 Medical's CEO, Steve Rash Participates in Podcast for ''Future Pharmaceuticals Magazine''
HOUSTON----Power3 Medical Products, Inc. , a leading proteomics company specializing in the development and commercialization of early detection diagnostic tests for breast cancer and neurodegenerative diseases announced that its Chief Executive Officer, Steven Rash, participated in a Podcast sponsored by "Future Pharmaceuticals Magazine" alongside other biotechnology industry executives. (Thu, 16 Aug 2007 17:44:00 GMT)
X PRIZE Foundation Announces Appointment of Mahasti Afshar as Vice President, Alliances
The X PRIZE Foundation, an educational nonprofit prize institute created to foster radical breakthroughs for the benefit of humanity, today announced the appointment of Mahasti Afshar as Vice President, Alliances. (Thu, 16 Aug 2007 18:36:41 GMT)
Invitrogen and IDEXX Collaborate to Supply Advanced Technologies for Drinking Water Safety Testing
CARLSBAD, Calif.----Invitrogen Corporation , a provider of essential life science technologies for research, production and diagnostics, and IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. , a worldwide leader in innovative products and services for veterinary, food and water applications, have entered into a strategic collaboration for the distribution and development of new products for the water testing industry. (Thu, 16 Aug 2007 20:00:00 GMT)
Effectiveness of mouse breeds that mimic Alzheimer's disease symptoms questioned
BETHESDA, Md. – Scientists have shown that recently developed mouse breeds that mimic the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease (AD) may not be as effective as previously assumed. (Thu, 16 Aug 2007 20:07:57 GMT)
Effectiveness of Mouse Breeds that Mimic Alzheimer's Disease Symptoms Questioned
Scientists have shown that recently developed mouse breeds that mimic the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease may not be as effective as previously assumed. The scientists show in the August 24 issue of the Journal of Biological Chemistry that in some mouse breeds, drugs that had been shown to reduce levels of a toxic protein called amyloid beta had only minor or no effect on these mice. (Thu, 16 Aug 2007 20:15:23 GMT)
The Biggest Economic Opportunity of This Century
A leading Silicon Valley venture capitalist sees gold in alternative energy. (Thu, 16 Aug 2007 21:39:08 GMT)
Events & More
Health services for Bridgeview residents 65 years or older are being offered at the Bridgeview Community Center, 79th Street and Oketo Avenue. (Thu, 16 Aug 2007 23:09:24 GMT)
Customer Centricity and Product Innovation Fuels Rapid Customer Adoption for Oracle On Demand and Oracle's Siebel CRM ...
Redwood Shores, Calif. ( Map ) - Oracle today announced that Oracle's Siebel CRM On Demand and Oracle On Demand have achieved significant customer traction, further extending Oracle's industry leadership by providing unparalleled choice of application deployment and integration for leading SMB and enterprise organizations worldwide. (Thu, 16 Aug 2007 23:28:26 GMT)
Science Foundation awards $10 mil in grants
Foundation awards nearly $10 million in grants with the goal of bolstering Arizona's knowledge-based economy. (Fri, 17 Aug 2007 04:56:32 GMT)
Hall medal for UQ expert in patterns and combinations
A University of Queensland mathematician has received a distinguished international award for the quality of his research. (Fri, 17 Aug 2007 06:37:00 GMT)
News & Notes
TUCSON (Fri, 17 Aug 2007 07:26:48 GMT)
Purebred or pure mutt? Check that doggie DNA
SARASOTA -- Ever looked down at your mutt and wondered whether those black curls were from his Portuguese water dog sire or whether that skinny tail was from his greyhound dam? (Fri, 17 Aug 2007 09:08:07 GMT)
The European Cancer Conference - 23 To 27 September, Barcelona, Spain
Journalists can register now for Europe's premier cancer conference- Sunday 23 September to Thursday 27 September 2007- Centro de Conveniones Internacional de Barcelona (CCIB) and the Forum Building Auditorium, Barcelona, Spain- http://www.ccib. [click link for full article] (Fri, 17 Aug 2007 10:11:46 GMT)
Job growth continues in region
Buffalo Niagara’s job market kept up its hot streak in July, recording its seventh straight month of job growth. (Fri, 17 Aug 2007 10:47:53 GMT)
Training Grant To Further Program That Melds Life Sciences And Computers
The UC Irvine Institute for Genomics and Bioinformatics (IGB) has been awarded $5.6 million over five years from the National Institutes of Health to continue training students to apply advanced computer and information technologies in the biological and medical sciences. [click link for full article] (Fri, 17 Aug 2007 12:11:26 GMT)
Local firm aims to solve Roanoke mystery
It's one of the most haunting and tantalizing mysteries in American folklore. The 115 souls who in 1587 constituted the first English attempt at a permanent colony in the New World, on Roanoke Island, N.C., disappeared within three years' time, leaving scarcely a trace. (Fri, 17 Aug 2007 15:03:49 GMT)
Arizona Foundation Awards $2.2M to UA, HTG to Create Chemical Genomics Center
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UC Irvine Lands $5.6M from NIH for Bioinformatics Training
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Of Compact Discs and Designer Bacteria
Can the history of the music recording industry shed light on the oil business? (Fri, 17 Aug 2007 19:24:19 GMT)
TriMark Publications Announces the TriMark Point of Care Testing Conference 2007 in New York City on October 22nd
The conference will be a gathering of global companies leading the way in point of care. (Fri, 17 Aug 2007 19:39:00 GMT)
Harvard Medical School-Partners HealthCare Center for Genetics and Genomics Successfully Completes Evaluation of ...
AutoGenomics, a leader in developing automated molecular testing solutions, announced today that its CYP450 2C9-VKORC1 panel that it submitted to the FDA for 510 clearance late last year, has now been evaluated by the Harvard Medical School-Partners HealthCare Center for Genetics and Genomics . (Fri, 17 Aug 2007 21:58:00 GMT)
On the Move
RAFI Planning, Architecture & Urban Design named Laura Jane Spina RID, ASID as CEO & principal-in-charge. (Sat, 18 Aug 2007 00:06:06 GMT)
Effectiveness Of Mouse Breeds That Mimic Alzheimer's Disease Symptoms Questioned
Scientists have shown that recently developed mouse breeds that mimic the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease (AD) may not be as effective as previously assumed. Sascha Weggen, Professor of Molecular Neuropathology at Heinrich-Heine-University, Duesseldorf, Germany; lead author Eva Czirr, Ph.D. [click link for full article] (Sat, 18 Aug 2007 01:11:25 GMT)
New Study Of Toronto SARS Patients Reveals Potential For Future Identification Of Aggressive Cases
Researchers have revealed that measuring the expression of certain genes during the early stages of illness may be able to predict a patient's risk of developing serious or even fatal complications for severe pneumonias with no known cure, such as Severe Acute Respiratory syndrome (SARS). Studying blood samples from 40 Toronto area SARS patients over the course of the 2003 outbreak, scientists ... (Sat, 18 Aug 2007 02:03:54 GMT)
Feds appeal Whole Foods ruling
Federal regulators on Friday appealed a court ruling that allowed Whole Foods Market Inc. to purchase its rival organic grocer Wild Oats Markets Inc. (Sat, 18 Aug 2007 04:15:22 GMT)
Researcher testing new varieties of rice
MALDEN, Mo. -- More than 1,000 varieties of rice grow in the small plots on a farm west of Malden. Few of those varieties are likely to end up in a saucepan on your stove. Dr. Donn Beighley's job is... (Sun, 19 Aug 2007 05:07:42 GMT)
Campus notes
FLORIDA A&M UNIVERSITY (Sun, 19 Aug 2007 06:05:21 GMT)
Computers help chemists fight emerging infections
BOSTON, Aug. 19, 2007 — Computer analysis of existing drugs may be key to fighting new infectious agents and antibiotic-resistant pathogens like deadly tuberculosis strains and staph ‘superbugs.’ (Sun, 19 Aug 2007 18:52:03 GMT)
Computers help chemists fight emerging infections
Computer analysis of existing drugs may be key to fighting new infectious agents and antibiotic-resistant pathogens like deadly tuberculosis strains and staph ‘superbugs.` Researchers in Canada say the use of such “emergency discovery” technology could save time, money and lives during a sudden outbreak or a bioterrorism attack. They reported here today at the 234th national meeting of the ... (Sun, 19 Aug 2007 19:54:21 GMT)
Computers Help Chemists Fight Emerging Infections
Computer analysis of existing drugs may be key to fighting new infectious agents and antibiotic-resistant pathogens like deadly tuberculosis strains and staph "superbugs." Researchers in Canada say the use of such "emergency discovery" technology could save time, money and lives during a sudden outbreak or a bioterrorism attack. (Sun, 19 Aug 2007 20:03:34 GMT)
Effectiveness of mouse breeds that mimic Alzheimer's disease symptoms questioned
Scientists have shown that recently developed mouse breeds that mimic the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease (AD) may not be as effective as previously assumed. (Mon, 20 Aug 2007 00:40:54 GMT)
Archives
UNC-system officials, who expressed concern this summer that early budget drafts didn't adequately cover funding priorities, couldn't be happier with the final cut. (Mon, 20 Aug 2007 03:49:00 GMT)
GeneNews CSO Dr. CC Liew awarded state honour by the Government of Malaysia
GeneNews Limited , a company focused on developing simple blood-based biomarker tests for the early detection of diseases and personalized health management, today announced that its co-founder and Chief Scientific Officer, Dr. (Mon, 20 Aug 2007 11:00:00 GMT)
Customer Centricity and Product Innovation Fuels Rapid Customer Adoption for Oracle On Demand and Oracle's Siebel CRM ...
Oracle today announced that Oracle's Siebel CRM On Demand and Oracle On Demand have achieved significant customer traction, further extending Oracle's industry leadership by providing unparalleled choice of application deployment and integration for leading SMB and enterprise organizations worldwide In the last quarter alone, Oracle established or expanded its relationship with more than 200 new ... (Mon, 20 Aug 2007 11:40:53 GMT)
Sorenson Molecular Genealogy Foundation Selected for 2007's 'Best Family History Web Sites' by Family Tree Magazine
SALT LAKE CITY----Sorenson Molecular Genealogy Foundation , a non-profit scientific organization with the world's largest correlated genetic and genealogy catalog of more than five million records from 172 countries, has been named by Family Tree magazine to its annual list of the 101 best family history Web sites in the Sept. 2007 issue. (Mon, 20 Aug 2007 11:45:00 GMT)
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