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Genome Of Simplest Animal Reveals Ancient Lineage, Confounding Array Of Complex Capabilities
As Aesop said, appearances are deceiving - even in life's tiniest critters. From first detection in the 1880s, clinging to the sides of an aquarium, to its recent characterization by the U.S. Department of Energy Joint Genome Institute (DOE JGI), a simple and primitive animal, Trichoplax adhaerens, appears to harbor a far more complex suite of capabilities than meets the eye. (Mon, 25 Aug 2008 11:14:21 GMT)
Invitrogen Sets Date for Special Meeting of Shareholders to Vote on Proposed Merger with Applied Biosystems
Invitrogen Corporation (NASDAQ:IVGN) today announced it has set the date for a special meeting of its shareholders, to consider the proposed acquisition of Applied Biosystems Inc. The special meeting of shareholders will be held on October 16, 2008, at 9 a.m., PT at Invitrogen's headquarters, 5781 Van Allen Way, Carlsbad, Calif. 92008. Invitrogen shareholders of record as of the close of ... (Mon, 25 Aug 2008 11:30:26 GMT)
PsychoGenics Appoints John McCall, Ph.D. as Newest Member to its Scientific Advisory Board (SAB)
TARRYTOWN, N.Y.----PsychoGenics Inc., announces the appointment of John McCall, Ph.D., as a member of its Scientific Advisory Board, reflecting the company’s growth in the areas of Drug Discovery and Development. (Mon, 25 Aug 2008 12:00:00 GMT)
PsychoGenics Appoints John McCall, Ph.D. as Newest Member to its Scientific Advisory Board (SAB)
PsychoGenics Inc., announces the appointment of John McCall, Ph.D., as a member of its Scientific Advisory Board, reflecting the company's growth in the areas of Drug Discovery and Development. (Mon, 25 Aug 2008 12:30:42 GMT)
Software submits applications to online archives.
Offering complete professional software submission system, GSA Auto SoftSubmit v5.69 is developed specifically for submission to archives, directories, and search engines, which gives visibility to product, drives traffic to website, and helps optimize sales. Included PAD editor eliminates need for external editors, such as PADGen. Because it handles multiple threads, program submits to multiple ... (Mon, 25 Aug 2008 12:57:01 GMT)
Gene That Causes Childhood Cancer Neuroblastoma Is Found
--May Lead to New Prevention and Treatment Strategies-- (Mon, 25 Aug 2008 14:43:00 GMT)
Chemical Computing Group Inc. Releases New Product - PSILO
MONTREAL----Chemical Computing Group announces the release of a new software product called PSILO® . PSILO is a database system that provides an easily accessible, consolidated repository for proprietary and non-proprietary macromolecular and protein-ligand structural information. (Mon, 25 Aug 2008 15:03:00 GMT)
Editor Named for New Journal - Circulation: Cardiovascular Genetics Debuts in October
News from Circulation: Cardiovascular Genetics (Mon, 25 Aug 2008 15:16:00 GMT)
Chemical Computing Group Inc. Releases New Product - PSILO
Chemical Computing Group (CCG) announces the release of a new software product called PSILO(R) (Protein Silo). PSILO is a database system that provides an easily accessible, consolidated repository for proprietary and non-proprietary macromolecular and protein-ligand structural information. It offers research organizations a means to systematically register, annotate, track and disseminate both ... (Mon, 25 Aug 2008 15:31:11 GMT)
Editor Named for New Journal - Circulation: Cardiovascular Genetics Debuts in October
The American Heart Association has set an October launch date for its sixth new cardiology subspecialty journal - Circulation: Cardiovascular Genetics. This is the last in the launch of six new journals, appearing under the banner of Circulation: Journal of the American Heart Association, published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, a part of Wolters Kluwer Health. (Mon, 25 Aug 2008 15:31:23 GMT)
National Stem Cell Holdings, Inc. Changes Its Trading Symbol From "NHGI" to "PROTD," Changes Name to Proteonomix, Inc. ...
National Stem Cell Holdings, Inc. (Pinksheets: PROTD) announces that it has changed its name to Proteonomix, Inc., its trading symbol from NHGI to PROTD and 10:1 reverse split of its outstanding common stock and convertible preferred stock. (Mon, 25 Aug 2008 16:30:00 GMT)
Gene that causes childhood cancer neuroblastoma is found
Scientists have discovered gene mutations that are the main cause of the inherited version of the childhood cancer neuroblastoma. In addition, the researchers found that the same mutations play a significant role in high-risk forms of non-inherited neuroblastoma, the more common form of the disease. (Mon, 25 Aug 2008 20:37:18 GMT)
Gene That Causes Childhood Cancer Neuroblastoma Is Found
Scientists have discovered gene mutations that are the main cause of the inherited (familial) version of the childhood cancer neuroblastoma. In addition, the researchers found that the same mutations play a significant role in high-risk forms of non-inherited neuroblastoma, the more common form of the disease. Because drugs are already in development that target the same gene in adult cancers, ... (Mon, 25 Aug 2008 21:15:22 GMT)
A New Pathway in the Ecosystem of the Ocean
Narrator: This is Science Today. Red tides are a natural phenomenon, known as harmful algal blooms, and they have been well-recorded in antiquity. But scientists' understanding of them has been limited. (Mon, 25 Aug 2008 21:29:56 GMT)
Creating artificial life faces obstacles
Scientists are advancing slowly toward one of the most audacious goals humans have ever set for themselves: creating artificial life. (Tue, 26 Aug 2008 07:05:21 GMT)
Chemical Computing Group Inc. Releases New Product - PSILO
Chemical Computing Group (CCG) announces the release of a new software product called PSILO® (Protein Silo). PSILO is a database system that provides an easily accessible, consolidated repository for proprietary and non-proprietary macromolecular and protein-ligand structural information (Tue, 26 Aug 2008 07:43:02 GMT)
Philadelphia museum seeks chemical attraction
PHILADELPHIA — For anyone whose last foray into chemistry was being forced to memorize the periodic table of elements in high school, the Chemical Heritage Foundation wants you to take another look at a subject you may have vowed never to revisit after final exams. (Tue, 26 Aug 2008 09:56:51 GMT)
Helicos Announces Personnel Changes Aimed at Accelerating R&D
CAMBRIDGE, Mass.----Helicos BioSciences Corporation today announced that Bill Efcavitch, Ph.D., has been named Helicos chief technology officer, Marc Levine has joined Helicos as senior vice president of product development and Stan Letovsky, Ph.D. has joined as vice president for scientific informatics -- three personnel moves aimed at accelerating the company's research and development program. (Tue, 26 Aug 2008 11:00:00 GMT)
Cyntellect to Collaborate With the Burnham Institute for Medical Research
Cyntellect, a privately-held biotechnology company, and the Burnham Institute for Medical Research today announced they have entered into a joint collaboration to develop new applications on Cyntellect's in situ live cell imaging and laser processing product (called LEAP) to accelerate research by Burnham's scientists. (Tue, 26 Aug 2008 11:00:00 GMT)
High-tech Innovations Needed To Help Prevent Economic Crisis In Health Care And Improve Quality
The United States should develop a comprehensive strategy on the growing need for technological innovations to help prevent the impending economic crisis in health care and to improve the quality and convenience of care, according to a report from the 2007 conference "Economic Strategy for Health Care through Standards and Technologies. (Tue, 26 Aug 2008 11:13:47 GMT)
Research And Markets: The Top 10 World's Leading Pharmaceutical Companies: Pfizer
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "The Top 10 World's Leading Pharmaceutical Companies: Pfizer" report to their offering. (Tue, 26 Aug 2008 11:16:32 GMT)
Spurs say £30m for Berbatov or we stick him in the reserves
The game of brinkmanship between Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United over the future of Dimitar Berbatov intensified last night when the London club indicated that they would be willing to consign the striker to the reserves rather than sell him to the Premier League champions for anything less than their £30m valuation of him. (Tue, 26 Aug 2008 11:26:21 GMT)
Applied Biosystems Expands Sequencing-based RNA Analysis Solutions Portfolio
FOSTER CITY, Calif.----Applied Biosystems Inc. today announced the development of a sequencing-based molecular tool for the genomic analysis of whole transcriptomes, the vast collection of RNAs transcribed from a genome. (Tue, 26 Aug 2008 11:30:00 GMT)
Gene That Causes Childhood Cancer Neuroblastoma Is Found
Scientists have discovered gene mutations that are the main cause of the inherited version of the childhood cancer neuroblastoma. In addition, the researchers found that the same mutations play a significant role in high-risk forms of non-inherited neuroblastoma, the more common form of the disease. (Tue, 26 Aug 2008 12:16:08 GMT)
Applied Biosystems Expands Sequencing-Based RNA Analysis Solutions Portfolio
Applied Biosystems Inc. (NYSE:ABI) today announced the development of a sequencing-based molecular tool for the genomic analysis of whole transcriptomes, the vast collection of RNAs transcribed from a genome (Tue, 26 Aug 2008 13:32:19 GMT)
Prominent German biologist wins EMBO Communication Award
( European Molecular Biology Organization ) Today, the European Molecular Biology Organization announced that the German evolutionary biologist Axel Meyer from the University of Konstanz, Germany, will receive the 2008 EMBO Award for Communication in the Life Sciences. EMBO awards the prize annually to a practicing scientist in Europe for outstanding communication with the public. Axel Meyer ... (Tue, 26 Aug 2008 13:55:21 GMT)
Applied Biosystems Expands Sequencing-based RNA Analysis Solutions Portfolio
Applied Biosystems Inc. (NYSE:ABI) today announced the development of a sequencing-based molecular tool for the genomic analysis of whole transcriptomes, the vast collection of RNAs transcribed from a genome. This technology, which provides detailed characterization of expressed protein-encoding genes, identifies many non-coding RNAs, and includes sample multiplexing capability, is expected to ... (Tue, 26 Aug 2008 15:35:31 GMT)
Prominent German biologist wins EMBO Communication Award
Today, the European Molecular Biology Organization (EMBO) announced that the German evolutionary biologist Axel Meyer from the University of Konstanz, Germany, will receive the 2008 EMBO Award for Communication in the Life Sciences. (Tue, 26 Aug 2008 15:35:55 GMT)
Franek Technologies Publishes UCI-E ECE 885.26 Engineering Course Illustrating Importance of Proactive Laboratory ...
Franek Technologies, the leader in certified Category III-3 Laboratory Battery Backup Power Protection Systems (LPS/UPS), has made available at www.franek.com/html/uc_irvine. a course titled "Power Protection of Mission Critical Medical and Laboratory Equipment." The course was originally developed and presented by Raymond L. Hecker, A.E., M.B.A., Vice President and General Manager of ... (Tue, 26 Aug 2008 15:52:00 GMT)
Slavery history lessons to be compulsory
Britain's involvement in the slave trade will be studied by all secondary pupils in England from September (Tue, 26 Aug 2008 15:55:48 GMT)
Research and Markets: An Analysis of Eli Lilly, One of the Top 10 World's Leading Pharmaceutical Companies: Including ...
DUBLIN, Ireland----Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "The Top 10 World's Leading Pharmaceutical Companies: Eli Lilly" report to their offering. (Tue, 26 Aug 2008 17:00:00 GMT)
Wheat genomics: DNA fragments used to identify source of wheat varieties
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Research and Markets: An Analysis of Eli Lilly, One of the Top 10 World's Leading Pharmaceutical Companies: Including ...
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets has announced the addition of the "The Top 10 World's Leading Pharmaceutical Companies: Eli Lilly" report to their offering. (Tue, 26 Aug 2008 17:30:00 GMT)
Signature Genomic Laboratories Implements New Policy for Insurance Billing
Signature Genomic Laboratories, a company that specializes in microarray-based diagnostic testing of genetic disease in individuals with mental retardation and birth defects, announced it has waived the 25% deposit previously required of patients for insurance billing. (Tue, 26 Aug 2008 18:14:24 GMT)
2:00 p.m. - UAMS Tackling Bone Cancer with Landmark Clinical Trials
There's a new weapon in the cancer fight, and the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is prepared to use it. (Tue, 26 Aug 2008 19:12:13 GMT)
Genome sequence deepens mystery of inconspicuous sea creature
(PhysOrg.com) -- Resembling a smudge more than an animal, a mysterious life form known as a placozoan has now joined other obscure and primitive creatures whose genomes are providing insight into how animals first arose more than 650 million years ago. (Tue, 26 Aug 2008 19:37:13 GMT)
Singapore University honours Abdul Kalam
SINGAPORE: Singapore President S. R. Nathan on Tuesday conferred on the former President, A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, an honorary degree of engineering at a solemn convocation at the Nanyang Technological University (NTU) here. The citation, ... (Tue, 26 Aug 2008 21:17:31 GMT)
Protein misprediction uncovered by new technique
A new bioinformatics tool is capable of identifying and correcting abnormal, incomplete and mispredicted protein annotations in public databases. The MisPred tool, described today in the open access journal BMC Bioinformatics, currently uses five principles to identify suspect proteins that are likely to be abnormal or mispredicted. (Tue, 26 Aug 2008 23:18:29 GMT)
Napolitano addresses the Democratic convention
The following is a transcript of a speech prepared for delivery by Arizona Gov. Janet Napolitano at the Democratic National Convention on Tuesday: (Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:35:59 GMT)
Genome sequence deepens mystery of sea creature
Placozoan provides insight into how animals first arose 650 million years ago. See also: Joint Genome Institute release. (Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:44:34 GMT)
National Stem Cell Holdings changes name to Proteonomix
US-based biotechnology company National Stem Cell Holdings has changed its name to Proteonomix and its trading symbol from NHGI to PROTD. (Wed, 27 Aug 2008 01:53:45 GMT)
Ring of life
Artist Leah Heiss creates jewellery that looks good and is good for you. (Wed, 27 Aug 2008 03:08:22 GMT)
Arizona Gov. Janet Napolitano
Remarks as prepared for delivery to the Democratic National Convention on Tuesday by Arizona Gov. Janet Napolitano: (Wed, 27 Aug 2008 03:50:00 GMT)
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IBM today said it would create 300 new technology jobs in the Victorian city of Ballarat, using government funding to open a new building at Ballarat Technology Park. (Wed, 27 Aug 2008 06:38:06 GMT)
Text of Ariz. Gov. Janet Napolitano's speech to the Democratic National Convention
Text of speech given by Ariz. Gov. Janet Napolitano from the Democratic National Convention Web site: (Wed, 27 Aug 2008 07:14:35 GMT)
Transcript of Napolitano's speech to Dems
The following is a transcript of a speech prepared for delivery by Arizona Gov. Janet Napolitano at the Democratic National Convention on Tuesday: (Wed, 27 Aug 2008 07:15:41 GMT)
Despite rocky start, medical school presses on
As the University of Arizona medical school in downtown Phoenix launches its second year of instruction, questions remain about the school's leadership and long-term plans. (Wed, 27 Aug 2008 07:54:44 GMT)
'The Future Delivery of Medicine: 2020' To Be Forecast at London Conference
LONDON----New technologies will force fundamental change in the way healthcare systems operate. Low-cost gene sequencing and biopharmaceuticals will make personalized medicine a reality - tailoring the treatment to the patient. (Wed, 27 Aug 2008 08:30:00 GMT)
Protein misprediction uncovered by new technique
A new bioinformatics tool is capable of identifying and correcting abnormal, incomplete and mispredicted protein annotations in public databases. The MisPred tool, described today in the open access journal BMC Bioinformatics, currently uses five principles to identify suspect proteins that are likely to be abnormal or mispredicted. (Wed, 27 Aug 2008 08:37:08 GMT)
Grant to fund new grad program
The UA will soon be home to a new multidisciplinary curriculum that will allow student researchers to better understand how genes and the environment affect human health, courtesy of a $1.4 million grant awarded Aug. 13. (Wed, 27 Aug 2008 09:27:47 GMT)
Philadelphia museum seeks chemical attraction
PHILADELPHIA — For anyone whose last foray into chemistry was being forced to memorize the periodic table of elements in high school, the Chemical Heritage Foundation wants you to take another look at a subject you may have vowed never to revisit after final exams. (Wed, 27 Aug 2008 09:57:31 GMT)
Multiplex Gene Expression HD2 12x135K Microarrays Now Available from Roche NimbleGen
MADISON, Wis.----Roche NimbleGen has launched the NimbleGen Gene Expression 12x135K Microarray, a new multiplex gene expression array on their recently introduced HD2 platform. The 12-plex format offers a cost-effective, high-throughput approach for whole-genome gene expression profiling: Twelve independent samples can be analyzed simultaneously on a single slide. (Wed, 27 Aug 2008 12:00:00 GMT)
Marshall picks director for its $30 million research institute
Marshall University has selected a biology professor who is a pioneer of gene repair to head its new $30 million research institute.Eric Brian Kmiec will join Marshall University in January as the first director and the lead research scientist at the Marsh... (Wed, 27 Aug 2008 12:05:24 GMT)
Finalists Nominated For The 2008 European Biotechnica Award
The three finalists of the 2008 EUROPEAN BIOTECHNICA AWARD have been determined. The biotechnology companies nominated are Cambridge-based Astex Therapeutics Limited (UK), GENEART AG from Regensburg (Germany) and immatics biotechnologies GmbH based in Tübingen (Germany). The prize, worth EUR 100,000, is awarded to innovative European biotechnology and life sciences companies. (Wed, 27 Aug 2008 12:13:56 GMT)
Multiplex Gene Expression HD2 12x135K Microarrays Now Available from Roche NimbleGen
Roche NimbleGen has launched the NimbleGen Gene Expression 12x135K Microarray, a new multiplex gene expression array on their recently introduced HD2 platform. The 12-plex format offers a cost-effective, high-throughput approach for whole-genome gene expression profiling: Twelve independent samples can be analyzed simultaneously on a single slide. With 135,000 long oligonucleotide probes per ... (Wed, 27 Aug 2008 13:17:51 GMT)
Indiana U researchers launch social networking and research management tool for scientists
Indiana University researchers have introduced Laboratree, a web-based solution to the complex problems of scientific collaboration. (Wed, 27 Aug 2008 16:52:38 GMT)
Indiana U researchers launch social networking and research management tool for scientists
( Indiana University ) Indiana University School of Medicine researchers have developed Laboratree, a web-based solution to the complex problems of scientific collaboration. Laboratree will enable scientists to securely manage research papers and data, organize groups and projects, send group messages, author blogs, and customize personal and group profiles -- all online. (Wed, 27 Aug 2008 16:55:17 GMT)
Age Research: Where We Are and Where We Need to Go
In a Nature Review, "Puzzles, promises and a cure for ageing", Buck Institute scientists Judith Campisi, PhD and Jan Vijg, PhD argue that there is no question human lifespan will almost certainly increase modestly over the coming decades. However, they critically analyze whether current knowledge has reached the state where postponing human aging and natural death for many decades, possibly ... (Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:28:45 GMT)
The Quest for the $1,000 Human Genome
As part of an intensive effort to develop a new generation of machines that will sequence DNA at a vastly reduced cost, scientists are decoding a new human genome — that of James D. Watson, the co-discoverer of the structure of DNA and the first director of the National Institutes of Health’s human genome project. (Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:52:39 GMT)
Biomarkers: The Future of Next-Generation Drug R&D Explored in this New Report
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets has announced the addition of the "Biomarkers: The Future of Next-Generation Drug R&D" report to their offering. (Wed, 27 Aug 2008 18:28:26 GMT)
Wendt gift lifts Niagara U.
A new science building at Niagara University will be funded in part by a $300,000 grant from the Margaret L. Wendt Foundation, college officials said Wednesday. (Wed, 27 Aug 2008 18:56:00 GMT)
Iowa State University researcher shows proteins have controlled motions
( Iowa State University ) Iowa State University researcher Robert Jernigan believes that his research shows proteins have controlled motions. Most biochemists traditionally believe proteins have many random, uncontrolled movements. (Wed, 27 Aug 2008 19:54:35 GMT)
ORIGINAL ARTICLE: Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor and Obesity in the WAGR Syndrome
This study examined genotype and body-mass index in patients with the Wilms' tumor, aniridia, genitourinary anomalies, and mental retardation (WAGR) syndrome. The related genes WT1 and PAX6 are on chromosome 11p13, centromeric to brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), an important gene in energy homeostasis. BDNF haploinsufficiency was linked to childhood-onset obesity and reduced levels of ... (Wed, 27 Aug 2008 21:30:28 GMT)
Despite rocky start, medical school presses on
As the University of Arizona medical school in downtown Phoenix launches its second year of instruction, questions remain about the school's leadership and long-term plans. (Wed, 27 Aug 2008 21:55:54 GMT)
Word of Mouth
With UB facing an additional 7 percent cut in state funding—on top of 3 percent enacted earlier this year—an advisory group charged with advising the president, provost and senior leadership on where belt tightening might take place has begun work guided by the principle that at least for the near future, it is “business not as usual” at the university. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 00:35:42 GMT)
ASTID Funds 15 New Projects
Astrobiology Science and Technology Instrument Development (ASTID) Program this summer approved 15 proposals for funding, including mission concept studies and concept studies for small payloads and satellites. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 02:30:37 GMT)
Profiling Protective Proteins In Dairy Cows
Agricultural Research Service molecular biologist John Lippolis is delving into the dynamics of the dairy cow immune system. His work is resulting in the first close-up look at how immune system proteins help protect the cows, and how bacterial proteins fight back. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 03:30:02 GMT)
Protein Misprediction Uncovered By New Technique
A new bioinformatics tool is capable of identifying and correcting abnormal, incomplete and mispredicted protein annotations in public databases. The MisPred tool currently uses five principles to identify suspect proteins that are likely to be abnormal or mispredicted. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 03:31:12 GMT)
New detection method for toxins
KOBE, Japan | A research group led by the Kobe University Research Center for Environmental Genomics has developed a technique that may enable faster and more accurate detection of toxic substances in food, The Yomiuri Shimbun learned. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 08:42:31 GMT)
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AnaSpec and UW TechTransfer Sign Licensing Agreement for Protein Tyrosine Phosphatases AnaSpec Inc. Posted on:27 Aug 08 "We are pleased to partner with UW TechTransfer to provide our customers with one of the largest selections of research-ready peptides in the industry," noted Dr. Anita Hong, AnaSpec's president. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 09:28:05 GMT)
Philadelphia museum seeks chemical attraction
PHILADELPHIA — For anyone whose last foray into chemistry was being forced to memorize the periodic table of elements in high school, the Chemical Heritage Foundation wants you to take another look at a subject you may have vowed never to revisit after final exams. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 09:57:13 GMT)
Illumina to Present at Upcoming Investment Conferences in September
SAN DIEGO----Illumina, Inc. today announced that the Company will webcast its presentations at two upcoming investment conferences in September 2008. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 10:00:00 GMT)
Prominent German Biologist Wins EMBO Communication Award
The European Molecular Biology Organization (EMBO) announced that the German evolutionary biologist Axel Meyer from the University of Konstanz, Germany, will receive the 2008 EMBO Award for Communication in the Life Sciences. EMBO awards the prize annually to a practicing scientist in Europe for outstanding communication with the public. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 10:13:40 GMT)
Three Leading European Comprehensive Cancer Centres Launch An International Cooperation At Top Level
Three European cancer centres in Paris (Institut Gustave Roussy), Amsterdam (Netherlands Cancer Institute) and in Stockholm (Karolinska Institutet), have joined forces in their battle against cancer. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 11:13:45 GMT)
Texas A&M pioneers biofuel work
It may still be years before fuel derived from sorghum stalks or brown-specked banana peels power cars on a mass scale.But if it happens, there's a good chance ... (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 11:32:34 GMT)
Genomes 'R' Us
It took the Human Genome Project $3 billion and 13 years to map the first genome and reduce it to a chemical code six billion letters long. Today, with faster computers and improved techniques, a research laboratory can sequence your DNA in about six weeks at a cost of $100,000 to $300,000. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 11:34:48 GMT)
Research and Markets: The Top 10 World's Leading Pharmaceutical Companies: Novartis Available Now for Review
DUBLIN, Ireland----Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "The Top 10 World's Leading Pharmaceutical Companies: Novartis" report to their offering. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 12:00:00 GMT)
Research and Markets: An Analysis of Wyeth, One of the Top 10 World's Leading Pharmaceutical Companies: Analysing ...
DUBLIN, Ireland----Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "The Top 10 World's Leading Pharmaceutical Companies: Wyeth" report to their offering. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 13:00:00 GMT)
Protein Misprediction Uncovered By New Technique
A new bioinformatics tool is capable of identifying and correcting abnormal, incomplete and mispredicted protein annotations in public databases. The MisPred tool, described in the open access journal BMC Bioinformatics, currently uses five principles to identify suspect proteins that are likely to be abnormal or mispredicted. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 13:13:54 GMT)
Proteins Have Controlled Motions, Researcher Shows
Iowa State University researcher Robert Jernigan believes that his research shows proteins have controlled motions. Most biochemists traditionally believe proteins have many random, uncontrolled movements. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 13:16:42 GMT)
Illumina to Present at Upcoming Investment Conferences in September
Illumina, Inc. (NASDAQ:ILMN) today announced that the Company will webcast its presentations at two upcoming investment conferences in September 2008. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 13:47:27 GMT)
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PREMIER Biosoft International, a leading bioinformatics company, successfully completes the third and final phase of its software development project for DxTerity Diagnostics. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 15:24:11 GMT)
Luminex Corporation to Present at Thomas Weisel Partners Healthcare Conference
Luminex Corporation (NASDAQ:LMNX) today announced that management will present at the Thomas Weisel Partners Healthcare Conference to be held September 3 - 5, 2008, in Boston. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 15:24:20 GMT)
Crow Tests Positive for West Nile Virus
First bird this year to have been documented as being infected. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 18:03:22 GMT)
Examining technical and sentiment indicators for Monsanto Company (MON)
St. Louis, Missouri-based Monsanto Company (MON: sentiment, chart, options) develops genetically modified plants...( Read More ) (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 19:12:51 GMT)
TGen scientists uncover new field of research that could help police in crime scene forensics
A team of investigators led by scientists at the Translational Genomics Research Institute have found a way to identify possible suspects at crime scenes using only a small amount of DNA, even if it is mixed with hundreds of other genetic fingerprints. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 00:19:49 GMT)
Roche introduces new gene expression microarrays
Roche NimbleGen has launched the NimbleGen gene expression 12x135K microarray, a new multiplex gene expression array on its recently introduced HD2 platform. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 00:40:20 GMT)
Privacy concerns halt DNA database
The National Institutes of Health quietly blocked public access to databases of patient DNA profiles after learning of a study that found the genetic information may not be as anonymous as previously believed, the Los Angeles Times has learned. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 05:38:50 GMT)
Making Spokane a RESEARCH CENTER
Dr. Katherine Tuttle, medical and scientific director of Provi dence Medical Research Center here, says the center is on its way to becoming a full-fledged research institute, a path she says will help Spokane attract sought-after medical and research talent and will help Sacred Heart Medical Center emerge as a training hospital. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 07:02:58 GMT)
DNA databases blocked from the public
The National Institutes of Health removes patients' genetic profiles from its website after a study reveals that a new type of analysis could confirm identities. The National Institutes of Health quietly blocked public access to databases of patient DNA profiles after learning of a study that found the genetic information may not be as anonymous as previously believed, The Times has learned. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 07:15:29 GMT)
TGen find promises big leap in forensics
TGen scientists aren't ready to change the name of the Arizona research institute to CSI-Phoenix, but they may have uncovered a cutting-edge forensics tool that trumps the technology featured on popular television crime dramas. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 09:25:46 GMT)
Scientists uncover new field of research that could help police in crime scene forensics
A team of investigators led by scientists at the Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen) have found a way to identify possible suspects at crime scenes using only a small amount of DNA, even if it is mixed with hundreds of other genetic fingerprints. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 10:10:31 GMT)
Erwin Schrödinger Prize 2008 Goes to the MDC - First Map Showing Human Protein Interactions
A Berlin research team led by Professor Erich E. Wanker of the Max Delbrück Center for Molecular Medicine (MDC) Berlin-Buch, Germany, has been awarded this year's Erwin Schrödinger Prize for creating a unique "connection scheme" showing for the first time how thousands of human proteins - the building blocks and machines of life - interact with each other. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 10:22:29 GMT)
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New Anti-GHSR Antibodies from AnaSpec AnaSpec Inc. Posted on:28 Aug 08 AnaSpec has announced the release of two antibodies for growth secretagogue receptor (GHSR). One antibody targets the N-terminus and the other an internal sequence. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 11:10:23 GMT)
'The Future Delivery Of Medicine: 2020' To Be Forecast At London Conference
New technologies will force fundamental change in the way healthcare systems operate. Low-cost gene sequencing and biopharmaceuticals will make personalized medicine a reality - tailoring the treatment to the patient. The spread of broadband networks makes telemedicine feasible for many, and computerized patient records will transform medical research. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 12:11:33 GMT)
Study shows more genes are controlled by biological clocks
( University of Georgia ) Researchers at the University of Georgia report that the number of genes under control of in living things than suspected only a few years ago. The biological clock in a much-studied model organism is dramatically higher than previously reported. The new study implies that the clock may be much more important. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 13:19:50 GMT)
Smart Personalized Medicine, LLC, Founded by Dr. Richard Caruso, Signs Agreement with Health Discovery Corporation to ...
SAVANNAH, Ga.----Health Discovery Corporation today announced that it has signed a Licensing Agreement with Smart Personalized Medicine, LLC, founded by Dr. Richard Caruso, Chairman and Founder of Intergra Life Sciences to work to develop a superior breast cancer prognostic test using HDC's support vector machine technology in collaboration with MD Anderson Cancer Center. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 13:20:00 GMT)
Research and Markets: The Top 10 World's Leading Pharmaceutical Companies: Sanofi-Aventis
DUBLIN, Ireland----Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "The Top 10 World's Leading Pharmaceutical Companies: Sanofi-Aventis" report to their offering. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 14:09:00 GMT)
Media Advisory: Major Announcement Thursday, Sept. 4, 9:15AM - Noon ET
On September 4, a major announcement will be made about the future of the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, followed by media availability and teleconference. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 14:21:10 GMT)
Affymetrix to Webcast Presentations at Two September Financial Conferences
Affymetrix, Inc. (Nasdaq:AFFX) today announced that company management will provide a corporate overview at two upcoming financial conferences. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 14:40:19 GMT)
DNA databases blocked from the public
The National Institutes of Health removes patients' genetic profiles from its website after a study reveals that a new type of analysis could confirm identities. The National Institutes of Health quietly blocked public access to databases of patient DNA profiles after learning of a study that found the genetic information may not be as anonymous as previously believed, The Times has learned. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 14:46:22 GMT)
Growth factor predicts poor outcome in breast cancer
( Baylor College of Medicine ) The response to insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-I) in breast cancer cells predicts an aggressive tumor that is less likely to respond to treatment, said researchers at Baylor College of Medicine in a report that appears in the current issue of the Journal of Clinical Oncology. The finding gives impetus to the movement to tailor cancer treatments to attributes of ... (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 14:46:35 GMT)
Scripps Florida scientist launches company
Claes Wahlestedt, who heads Scripps Florida’s efforts to develop drugs for diseases of the central nervous system, has launched new company with business consultant and longtime friend Joe Collard. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 14:49:09 GMT)
Growth factor predicts poor outcome in breast cancer
The response to insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-I) in breast cancer cells predicts an aggressive tumor that is less likely to respond to treatment, said researchers at Baylor College of Medicine in a report that appears in the current issue of the Journal of Clinical Oncology. The finding gives impetus to the movement to tailor cancer treatments to attributes of the various tumors. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 15:27:00 GMT)
Biotech concern pushes frontiers Signature Genomic expects
It doesn’t take a microscope to see how rapidly Signature Genomic Lab or atories LLC has grown by pushing the boundaries of clinical diagnostic testing for genetic disorders. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 15:31:08 GMT)
Study shows more genes are controlled by biological clocks
The tick-tock of your biological clock may have just gotten a little louder. Researchers at the University of Georgia report that the number of genes under control of in living things than suspected only a few years ago. The biological clock in a much-studied model organism is dramatically higher than previously reported. The new study implies that the clock may be much more important. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 15:40:52 GMT)
First classes in biotechnology program under way at IRSC
Indian River State College was awarded a $327,000 grant from the National Science Foundation to help start the degree program, which is crucial as biotech companies such as Torrey Pines Institute for Molecular Studies, Oregon Health & Science University’s Vaccine and Gene Therapy Institute and the Mann Research Center move to the region. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 16:23:17 GMT)
Bee researchers unveil tool to chase Colony Collapse Disorder Posted on Aug. 29
MISSOULA - University of Montana researchers and their UM-affiliated company, Bee Alert Technology Inc., have employed a new tool created by a U.S. Army lab to discover a honeybee virus invading North America. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 16:57:08 GMT)
Growth Factor Predicts Poor Outcome In Breast Cancer
The response to insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-I) in breast cancer cells predicts an aggressive tumor that is less likely to respond to treatment, according to new research. The finding gives impetus to the movement to tailor cancer treatments to attributes of the various tumors. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 17:20:45 GMT)
Innovation Crisis in Tech? Seriously -- What Innovation Crisis?
Kevin Maney writes: I read this morning about a new book by Judy Estrin, former CTO of Cisco, called Closing the Innovation Gap. In it, she apparently cites a long list of reasons why real innovation is drying up in Silicon Valley. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 19:19:36 GMT)
Scientists examine bird flu infections to monitor for 'pandemic' mutations
( Wellcome Trust ) Scientists funded by the Wellcome Trust are to examine what is preventing the H5N1 avian influenza virus from causing a human pandemic and what mutations are required to realise its deadly potential. The research could hold the key to early identification of a potential influenza pandemic, and to developing drugs and a vaccine. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 23:19:41 GMT)
UW College of Agriculture announces 2008 honorees
A long-time Johnson County agricultural producer, a Cheyenne native who operates a consulting firm near Jackson, a vigorous educational foundation in Sheridan and an animal foundation will be honored during Ag Appreciation Weekend at the University of Wyoming. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 23:33:05 GMT)
UW College of Agriculture announces 2008 honorees
A long-time Johnson County agricultural producer, a Cheyenne native who operates a consulting firm near Jackson, a vigorous educational foundation in Sheridan and an animal foundation will be honored during Ag Appreciation Weekend at the University of Wyoming. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 23:33:20 GMT)
Biotech firms plant roots in Tucson area to lure top talent
Key goal: To create research companies that offer high-wage jobs and discover breakthroughs. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 02:11:39 GMT)
More Genes Are Controlled By Biological Clocks Than Previously Thought
The tick-tock of your biological clock may have just gotten a little louder. The number of genes under control of the biological clock in a much-studied model organism is dramatically higher than previously reported. The new study implies that the clock may be much more important in living things than suspected only a few years ago. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 06:20:44 GMT)
Scientists examine bird flu infections to monitor for 'pandemic' mutations
Scientists funded by the Wellcome Trust are to examine what is preventing the H5N1 avian influenza virus from causing a human pandemic and what mutations are required to realise its deadly potential. The research could hold the key to early identification of a potential influenza pandemic, and to developing drugs and a vaccine. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 08:10:31 GMT)
Ayurveda offers huge potential for nutraceutical and dietary supplements industry, experts
The Indian nutraceutical industry should tap the potential of herbal ingredients and Ayurveda methods to grab the fast growing global dietary, health supplements market, said experts. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 10:37:41 GMT)
Researcher Walks Among Dying Baby Chimps
This Behind the Scenes article was provided to LiveScience in partnership with the National Science Foundation. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 14:16:53 GMT)
Business in Brief
The Second Television and Radio Authority objects to the cabinet decision, included in the 2009 Economic Arrangements Law, to allow cable and satellite television broadcasters to air commercials. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 22:31:26 GMT)
HIGHER EDUCATION NOTEBOOK: NU moves closer to new science building
NIAGARA FALLS — Niagara University has received a $300,000 grant from the Margaret L. Wendt Foundation to assist in funding a new science building planned for the campus. (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 04:45:20 GMT)
HIGHER EDUCATION NOTEBOOK: NU moves closer to new science building
NIAGARA FALLS — Niagara University has received a $300,000 grant from the Margaret L. Wendt Foundation to assist in funding a new science building planned for the campus. (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 04:54:09 GMT)
HIGHER EDUCATION NOTEBOOK: NU moves closer to new science building
NIAGARA FALLS — Niagara University has received a $300,000 grant from the Margaret L. Wendt Foundation to assist in funding a new science building planned for the campus. (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 04:54:56 GMT)
New DNA Technique To Help Crime Scene Forensics
A new article published on August 29th in the open-access journal PLoS Genetics reveals a breakthrough in using DNA to identify possible suspects at a crime scene using DNA. Researchers at the Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen) are able to use only a small amount of DNA - even if it is mixed with hundreds of other genetic fingerprints - by using genotyping microarrays. (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 10:12:13 GMT)
No more waiting in the wings
This is what happens when we claim what is rightfully ours. This is what happens when we make the most of what we have. (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 10:21:48 GMT)
Donn Esmonde: National Buffalo Wing Festival celebrates what we have
This is what happens when we claim what is rightfully ours. This is what happens when we make the most of what we have. (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 13:15:57 GMT)
New Genes Found for Inflammatory Bowel Disease in Children
Researchers have discovered two new genes that increase the risk of developing inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in childhood. (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 17:00:00 GMT)
New genes found for inflammatory bowel disease in children
( Children's Hospital of Philadelphia ) Researchers have discovered two new genes that increase the risk of developing inflammatory bowel disease in childhood. Continuing discovery of genes that interact with each other and with environmental influences in this complex disease helps build the foundation for personalized IBD treatments tailored to a patient's genetic profile. (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 17:20:01 GMT)
New gene clues emerge for leukaemia, obesity, bowel disease
Teams of doctors on Sunday said they had uncovered genetic flaws that separately boost the risk of a common form of leukaemia and bowel disease in children and may also influence obesity and fertility. (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 17:40:33 GMT)
New gene clues emerge for leukaemia, obesity, bowel disease
This undated illustration shows the DNA double helix. Teams of doctors on Sunday said they had uncovered genetic flaws that separately boost the risk of a common form of leukaemia and bowel disease in children and may also influence obesity and fertility. (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 18:09:29 GMT)
New Genes Found For Inflammatory Bowel Disease In Children
Researchers have discovered two new genes that increase the risk of developing inflammatory bowel disease in childhood. Continuing discovery of genes that interact with each other and with environmental influences in this complex disease helps build the foundation for personalized IBD treatments tailored to a patient's genetic profile. (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 20:20:55 GMT)
New gene clues emerge for leukaemia
Teams of doctors said they had uncovered genetic flaws that separately boost the risk of a common form of leukaemia and bowel disease in children. (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 20:34:12 GMT)
New gene clues for leukaemia, obesity
TEAMS of doctors today said they had uncovered genetic flaws that separately boost the risk of a common form of leukaemia and bowel disease in children and may also influence obesity and fertility. (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 21:08:00 GMT)
New gene clues for leukaemia, obesity
TEAMS of doctors today said they had uncovered genetic flaws that separately boost the risk of a common form of leukaemia and bowel disease in children and may also influence obesity and fertility. (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 21:08:00 GMT)
Erwin Schrodinger Prize 2008 Goes To The Max Delbrück Center In Berlin - First Map Showing Human Protein Interactions
A Berlin research team led by Professor Erich E. Wanker of the Max Delbrück Center for Molecular Medicine (MDC) Berlin-Buch, Germany, has been awarded this year's Erwin Schrodinger Prize for creating a unique "connection scheme" showing for the first time how thousands of human proteins - the building blocks and machines of life - interact with each other. (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 21:08:52 GMT)
Discovery of new genes for inflammatory bowel disease in children
Researchers have discovered two new genes that increase the risk of developing inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in childhood. (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 23:40:25 GMT)
DNA breakthrough can identify an individual in a public place
A type of DNA analysis that could vastly increase the power of genetic fingerprinting has been developed by US scientists. (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 23:52:21 GMT)
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