Monthly Archives: February 2012

Research and Markets: Intelligent Nanomaterials

DUBLIN–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/48cbd2/intelligent_nanoma) has announced the addition of John Wiley and Sons Ltd’s new book “Intelligent Nanomaterials” to their offering. Smart and intelligent nanomaterials are currently in sharp focus in materials research as their properties are increasingly becoming more understood. This large and fairly comprehensive volume includes thirty chapters divided into four main areas: Inorganic materials, organic materials, composite materials, and biomaterials. Continue reading →

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Jonathan Stamler named director, Bob Keith to head drug development of Harrington project

CLEVELAND, Ohio Jonathan Stamler, the newly named Director ofUniversity Hospitals Harrington Discovery Institute, was lured from a productive 15-year cardiovascular research career at Duke University in 2009 to head up University Hospitals’ fledgling Institute for Transformational Molecular Medicine. Continue reading →

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CombiMatrix Corporation Reports Fourth Quarter 2011 Financial Results

IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 29, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — CombiMatrix Corporation (Nasdaq:CBMX – News), a molecular diagnostics company performing DNA-based testing services for cancer and developmental disorders, reported today that total revenues for the fourth quarter of 2011 increased 52% to $1.2 million from $804,000 in the fourth quarter of 2010. Continue reading →

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Faulty genetics not at fault

By Joy Shan Contributing Reporter Tuesday, February 28, 2012 Suganthi Balasubramanian, associate research scientist in Mark Gersteins lab in Yales Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry Department, was the lead Yale author in a paper published in the Feb. 17 issue of Science as part of a collaborative effort called the 1000 Genomes Project Continue reading →

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Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine Offers Program Delivery for International Medical Graduates

TORONTO, Feb. 29, 2012 /CNW/ – Today, the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM) is initiating registration for a new bridge delivery of its naturopathic medical program, developed specifically for international medical graduates (IMGs). The CCNM bridge delivery for IMGs offers graduates of medical schools an opportunity to further their health care careers in Canada. Continue reading →

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AllTech Medical Systems MRI machine wins NorTech Innovation Award – Video


28-02-2012 21:17 With its R&D center in Cleveland, Ohio, AllTech Medical Systems has created a revolutionary MRI system that improves the capability of existing systems while reducing cost by 30%, thereby increasing global access to this extremely expensive but needed medical technology. The company has leveraged the highly skilled biomedical engineering base found in Northeast Ohio with the low cost manufacturing capabilities in China to develop its initial product and is on its way to a successful market entry. Continue reading →

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WVU Business and Medical Schools Create New Program to Give Medical School Students Critical Business Knowledge

Medical school students have had an increasing appetite for business knowledge to better prepare them for their careers. In response to that, West Virginia University has created its M.D./M.B.A. Morgantown, West Virginia (PRWEB) February 29, 2012 The two schools have collaborated to create the M.D./M.B.A. Continue reading →

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CBS Evening News with Scott Pelley – Apparent mass execution uncovered in Syria – Video


28-02-2012 18:36 Reports are surfacing that 64 Syrian men were found shot to death in an apparent mass execution. CBS News correspondent Clarissa Ward spoke with Scott Pelley on how the bodies were discovered. Continue reading →

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Lakers' Bryant suffered concussion, broken nose in All-Star incident

LOS ANGELES – The medical news was doubly bad Tuesday for Kobe Bryant and the Lakers. A visit to an ear, nose and throat specialist confirmed he suffered a broken nose in Sunday’s All-Star Game Continue reading →

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OncoSec's OMS ElectroOncology Technology Platform Featured in Medical Device & Diagnostic Industry

SAN DIEGO, Feb. 29, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — OncoSec Medical Incorporated (OTCBB:ONCS.OB – News), which is developing its advanced-stage OncoSec Medical System (OMS) ElectroOncology therapies to treat solid tumor cancers, today announced that the company has been featured in an editorial piece in the March issue of Medical Device & Diagnostic Industry outlining development of its technology platform for treatment of rare and deadly skin cancers. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110314/MM64943LOGO) The article titled “OncoSec Could Revolutionize Oncology Therapy,” details the company’s promising OMS ElectroOncology treatment platform, as well as the on-going Phase II clinical studies in metastatic melanoma and Merkel cell carcinoma Continue reading →

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Genetic testing for risk of Heart Disease: fact or fiction? (23 Feb 2012) – Video


28-02-2012 05:46 Prof Steve Humphries (UCL Institute of Human Genetics and Health) An individual’s risk of Coronary Heart Disease is currently based on classical risk factors such as age, gender, blood pressure, smoking habits and obesity. However, most heart attacks occur in individuals with only average classical risk factors. In this lecture, Professor Humphries will discuss how family history of Heart Disease is also an important predictor, and how identifying specific genes and DNA variants within family history could help doctors offer lifestyle and drug advice to individuals. Continue reading →

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Genetic Technologies Provides Update on U.S. and Australian Gene Patenting Litigation, Case Law and Legislation

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA–(Marketwire -02/29/12)- Genetic Technologies Limited (ASX: GTG.AX – News) (NASDAQ: GENE – News) wishes to update the Market on its position with respect to U.S. and Australian legislation, litigation and case law regarding gene patenting Continue reading →

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Saunders: Rockies ready to react as far as good team chemistry will take them

Rockies third-base prospect Nolan Arenado, 20, who drove in 122 runs for the High-A Modesto Nuts last season and was the MVP of the Arizona Fall League, takes a practice cut Tuesday as spring training ratchets up at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick in Scottsdale, Ariz. AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver Post SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. Continue reading →

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The Chemistry Club provides Leadership Coaching

The Chemistry Club, an independent business serving the technology industry, has today announced it will provide advanced leadership coaching sessions in the UK. The one-on-one lessons will be aimed at business managers of all ability levels and are scheduled to start later this year. London (PRWEB UK) 29 February 2012 CEO of The Chemistry Club, Mark Simon has stated We believe leaders think logically, make sensible decisions and inspire those around them. Continue reading →

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First international guidelines for echocardiographic diagnosis of rheumatic heart disease

Public release date: 28-Feb-2012 [ | E-mail | Share ] Contact: Charanjit K. Jagait, PhD charanjit.jagait@worldheart.org 41-228-070-334 World Heart Federation The inaugural international guidelines for the diagnosis of rheumatic heart disease (RHD), a disease that affects tens of millions of people worldwide, have today been published by the World Heart Federation in Nature Reviews Cardiology. Continue reading →

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‘Multi-disciplinary research required for the study of biology'

Emphasising the need for multi-disciplinary approach to the study of biology, former professor of biology and Dean of Sciences in Bangalore University Katre Shakuntala said that mathematics was one of the disciplines that had the potential to throw new light in the field of biology. She was delivering the keynote address during a seminar on recent advances in biological sciences organised by St. Aloysius College here on Monday. Continue reading →

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Research and Markets: The AH Receptor in Biology and Toxicology

DUBLIN–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/30dc32/the_ah_receptor_in) has announced the addition of John Wiley and Sons Ltd’s new book “The AH Receptor in Biology and Toxicology” to their offering. This book provides a thorough and up-to-date overview of the aryl hydrocarbon receptor (AHR) and its unique dual role in toxicology and biology. The coverage includes epigenetic mechanisms, gene expression, reproductive and developmental toxicity, signal transduction, and transgenic animal models. Continue reading →

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GenScript Was the Most Frequently Referred Biology Contract Research Organization by Peer-Reviewed Journal Articles in …

PISCATAWAY, N.J., Feb 29, 2012 /PRNewswire-Asia/ –GenScript USA Inc., an internationally recognized biology contract research organization (CRO), became the most frequently referred biology CRO in the world by peer-reviewed journal articles in the year 2011. Ever since its inceptionin 2002, GenScript has been consistently providing biological researchers with unmatched quality workmanship at affordable prices. In merely 9 years, GenScript has grown into a world leading CRO with over 1,000 employees. Continue reading →

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International Cellular Medicine Society Grants First Worldwide Accreditation to Tijuana Clinical Trial

Regenerative Medicine Institute, Mexico has been granted full accreditation for its clinical stem cell trials Portland, Oregon (PRWEB) February 29, 2012 We are pleased that RMI undertook this process, says David Audley, executive director of the ICMS. Continue reading →

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Baxter Initiates Phase III Adult Stem Cell Clinical Trial for Chronic Cardiac Condition

DEERFIELD, Ill.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Baxter International Inc. (NYSE:BAX – News) announced today that it has initiated a phase III pivotal clinical trial to evaluate the efficacy and safety of adult autologous (an individuals own) CD34+ stem cells to increase exercise capacity in patients with chronic myocardial ischemia (CMI). Continue reading →

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