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Bacteria use hydrogen, carbon dioxide to produce electricity

5/19/2013
Researchers have engineered a strain of electricity-producing bacteria that can grow using hydrogen gas as its sole electron donor and carbon dioxide as its sole source of carbon. Researchers at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst report their findings at the 113th General Meeting of the American Society for Microbiology. "This represents the first result of current production solely... [Comments]

Engineered microbes grow in the dark

5/19/2013
Scientists at the University of California, Davis have engineered a strain of photosynthetic cyanobacteria to grow without the need for light. They report their findings today at the 113th General Meeting of the American Society for Microbiology. "In this work, we used synthetic biology approaches to probe and rewire photoautotrophic (exclusively relying on carbon dioxide and light energy... [Comments]

AGA Research Foundation grant furthers digestive cancer research

5/18/2013
Bethesda, MD (May 19, 2013) The AGA Research Foundation is honored to announce the first AGA-Caroline Craig Augustyn and Damian Augustyn Award in Digestive Cancer, which will support Andrew D. Rhim, MD, from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, as he furthers his research on the role of Zeb1 in pancreas development, regeneration and cancer progressi... [Comments]

Coffee consumption associated with reduced risk of autoimmune liver disease

5/18/2013
Orlando, FL (May 18, 2013) Research presented today at Digestive Disease Week (DDW) explores new discoveries in liver disease research, with findings about the impact of coffee on autoimmune disease and palliative care for cirrhotic patients. While coffee consumption recently has been associated with reduced risk of fibrosis, a new study found that even a few more cups of java each month... [Comments]

Biology Technology

MS Tûranor PlanetSolar Sets World Speed Record for Transatlantic Crossing by Solar Electric Vessel

5/19/2013
New York, NY (PRWEB) May 19, 2013 Switzerland’s MS Tûranor PlanetSolar , the world’s largest solar boat, today announced a new speed record for a transatlantic crossing by a solar electric vessel. Having left from Las Palmas, Spain, on April 25, 2013, the solar powered boat sailed 2,867miles (5,310 kilometers) across the Atlantic Ocean at the average speed of 5.3 knots before reaching... [Comments]

YouTube Channel on SEO Tips Surpasses 175,000 Views, Announces JM Internet Group

5/19/2013
Boston, MA (PRWEB) May 19, 2013 The JM Internet Group (web: jm-seo.org), a leader in providing social media training online, has proudly announced that the company's YouTube channel on SEO tips for small business has surpassed 175,000 views on YouTube. The company uses YouTube as a way to provide free social media and SEO tips and training for small businesses with much success. &q... [Comments]

Pharmacists' Picks: Topical BioMedics' Topricin Listed on Top Recommended OTC Health Products

5/17/2013
Rhinebeck, NY (PRWEB) May 17, 2013 Topricin Pain Relief and Healing Cream, formulated by Topical BioMedics, Inc., has been listed among nationally recommended over-the-counter (OTC) health products 2012 – 2013 in an initiative conducted by "U.S. News" Health in collaboration with "Pharmacy Times." The product has earned the “No. 1 Pharmacists Recommended designation” i... [Comments]

Joseph A. Sparano, MD, Named Vice Chair of ECOG-ACRIN Cancer Research Group

5/17/2013
Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) May 17, 2013 Dr. Sparano is Professor of Medicine and Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Women’s Health at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Associate Chairman of the Department of Oncology at the Montefiore Medical Center. He is also Associate Director for Clinical Research at the Einstein Cancer Center and leads the Einstein Breast Cancer Working Group... [Comments]

Medicine News

Leading Children’s Sun Protection Swimwear Company Platypus Australia use Skin Cancer Awareness Month to Help Educate Parents

5/19/2013
Sydney, NSW (PRWEB) May 20, 2013 May is officially known as Skin Cancer Awareness Month in the USA. Although located down under, Platypus Australia, the country's forerunner in fashionable children’s sun protection swimwear , commemorated ‘Melanoma Monday’ on May 6th to kick off their month long mission to bring skin cancer awareness to parents. With the staggering number of cancer... [Comments]

Managing Seasonal Allergies

5/19/2013
SUNDAY, May 19 (HealthDay News) -- Although spring arrived late this year in parts of the United States, the summer allergy season will still be strong, according to a sinus expert at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Dr. Richard Waguespack, clinical professor in the un... [Comments]Managing Seasonal Allergies

Extra Vitamin D May Ease Crohn's Symptoms, Study Finds

5/19/2013
By Kathleen Doheny HealthDay Reporter SATURDAY, May 18 (HealthDay News) -- Vitamin D supplements may help those with Crohn's disease overcome the fatigue and decreased muscle strength associated with the inflammatory bowel disease, according to new research. Extra vitamin D "... [Comments]Extra Vitamin D May Ease Crohn's Symptoms, Study Finds

Ginger compounds may be effective in treating asthma symptoms

5/19/2013
ATS 2013, PHILADELPHIA ─ Gourmands and foodies everywhere have long recognized ginger as a great way to add a little peppery zing to both sweet and savory dishes; now, a study from researchers at Columbia University shows purified components of the spicy root also may have properties that help asthma patients breathe more easily. The results of the study will be presented at the ATS... [Comments]

Medicine Technology

Stretta Procedure for GERD: Successful 10 Year Follow-Up Data Presented at Digestive Disease Week--Sustained Improvement, Long-Term Efficacy

5/19/2013
ORLANDO, Fla. , May 19, 2013  The non-surgical Stretta® procedure employing low power and low temperature radiofrequency (RF) energy is effective in control of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and eliminates or reduces the need for medication 10 years post-procedure, according to an independent, prospective long-term assessment presented today at the Digestiv... [Comments]

New Study Shows Full Spectrum Endoscopy Procedure Reduces The 'Miss Rate' of Adenomas During Colonoscopy

5/18/2013
ORLANDO, Fla. , May 18, 2013 Although colonoscopy exams prevent many colon cancer deaths 1 and are considered the most sensitive method for detecting colorectal cancers 2 , the procedure is not completely effective in preventing cancer cases 3 . EndoChoice ® Inc. today unveiled research that shows that its new Fuse™ system significantly improves the accuracy of th... [Comments]

New Social Media Campaign Features Stories Of Individuals Who Rejected Psychiatric Diagnoses

5/18/2013
SAN FRANCISCO , May 18, 2013 The Open Paradigm Project, in collaboration with MadinAmerica.com , Occupy Psychiatry , and leading organizations in the movement to reform mental health care, announces a social media campaign showcasing video testimonials by individuals negatively impacted by the traditional psychiatric model, which focuses on pathology and illness... [Comments]

Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses In Excess Of $100,000 Investing In AVEO Pharmaceuticals, Inc. To Contact The Firm

5/18/2013
NEW YORK , May 18, 2013 Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential securities fraud at AVEO Pharmaceuticals, Inc. ("AVEO" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: AVEO). (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120119/MM38856LOGO ) The investigation focuses on whether the Company and its executives violated federal securities laws by... [Comments]

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