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Students achieve success in college
Campus Notes: Corey Bakalarski received his doctorate in biology from Harvard University Medical School. read more » (Thu, 01 Jan 2009 09:07:53 GMT)
BioScience tip sheet, January 2009
The press release list the titles and provides brief descriptions of the peer-reviewed articles in the January 2009 issue of BioScience (Fri, 02 Jan 2009 05:12:34 GMT)
New Year 2009: Leading thinkers offer predictions of 'next big thing'
Leading thinkers including Craig Venter and Ian McEwan have marked New Year 2009 by predicting what will be the next big thing to shape the future. (Fri, 02 Jan 2009 12:31:16 GMT)
Inherited Factors Play an Important Role in Breast Cancer Progression According to New Study in Mice
New research in mice and five independent collections of human breast tumors has enabled National Cancer Institute (NCI) scientists to confirm that genes for factors contributing to susceptibility for breast cancer metastasis can be inherited. (Fri, 02 Jan 2009 13:46:59 GMT)
Few DNA repair gene variants associated with increased cancer risk
Variants of numerous DNA repair genes initially appeared to be statistically significantly associated with cancer risk in epidemiological studies. (Fri, 02 Jan 2009 18:52:18 GMT)
New understanding of genetic signature associated with Alzheimer's disease
Scientists have new information about the complex genetic signature associated with Alzheimer's disease, the leading cause of cognitive decline and dementia in the elderly. (Fri, 02 Jan 2009 20:07:27 GMT)
Delays in hip operations lead to deaths among elderly, say surgeons
Elderly people who suffer broken hips are being forced to wait a dangerously long time for operations, according to leading surgeons. Delays in treatment mean some older patients fail to regain full mobility, lose their independence and end up in a nursing home, senior doctors claim. In extreme cases patients suffer an early death. A survey by the British Orthopaedic Association, which ... (Fri, 02 Jan 2009 21:26:56 GMT)
Inherited Factors Play Important Role In Breast Cancer Progression According To New Study In Mice
New research in mice and five independent collections of human breast tumors has enabled scientists to confirm that genes for factors contributing to susceptibility for breast cancer metastasis can be inherited. (Fri, 02 Jan 2009 22:26:12 GMT)
Genetic variation may lead to early cardiovascular disease
( Public Library of Science ) Researchers from Duke University Medical Center have identified a variation in a particular gene that increases susceptibility to early coronary artery disease. For years, scientists have known that the devastating, early-onset form of the disease was inherited, but they knew little about the gene(s) responsible until now. The results are published Jan. 2 in the ... (Sat, 03 Jan 2009 01:12:24 GMT)
Deficit casts giant shadow as Legislature prepares for session
ST. PAUL-- As lawmakers return to the state capitol on Tuesday, a dark cloud looms over the legislative session casting a shadow on everything. That cloud is the state's projected $4.8 billion deficit -- a number that state budget officials fear will only grow larger in coming months. (Sat, 03 Jan 2009 15:10:25 GMT)
Medical researchers ask state for patience
Five years into its promising collaboration, the Minnesota Partnership for Biotechnology and Medical Genomics now is threatened by the state's looming defici (Sat, 03 Jan 2009 15:13:35 GMT)
People in Business
Briana J. Mullenax is a certified public accountant and manager in the tax division. She was a tax manager with Kraft CPAs. (Sun, 04 Jan 2009 08:22:01 GMT)
Inherited Factors Play an Important Role in Breast Cancer Progression
New research in mice and five independent collections of human breast tumors has enabled National Cancer Institute (NCI) scientists to confirm that genes for factors contributing to susceptibility for breast cancer metastasis can be inherited. (Sun, 04 Jan 2009 10:19:36 GMT)
Niagara Honor Roll / Achievers and achievements
• JohnK. Hall, ofLockport, was honored with the Gertrude Warren Leadership Award by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County. This award is presented as recognition for long-term dedicated service to 4-H youth development programs conducted by Cornell Cooperative Extension. (Sun, 04 Jan 2009 12:13:13 GMT)
Tech Jobs May Increase Despite Economic Trends
The U.S. government's economic stimulus plans may actually boost prospects for information technology employment. (Sun, 04 Jan 2009 21:32:49 GMT)
OU dean named president-elect of association
OU dean named president-elect of associationThe largest national association serving the deans of colleges of arts and sciences has selected its 2009-2010 officers, including a member of the University of Oklahoma faculty. (Mon, 05 Jan 2009 06:17:51 GMT)
African Thicket Rat Malaria Linked To Virulent Human Form
Malarial parasites found in tree-dwelling African thicket rats share a close evolutionary relationship with Plasmodium falciparum and P. reichenowi. The analysis is based on amplification of entire mitochondrial genomes of malarial parasites that use humans, rodents, birds and lizards as their hosts. (Mon, 05 Jan 2009 09:41:28 GMT)
Illumina Appoints Bill Bonnar Senior Vice President of Operations
Illumina, Inc. (NASDAQ:ILMN) today appointed Bill Bonnar as Senior Vice President of Operations. In this newly created role, Bill is responsible for overseeing Illumina’s global manufacturing and supply chain efforts, and will report to Joel McComb, Senior Vice President and General Manager Life Sciences Business. (Mon, 05 Jan 2009 11:16:06 GMT)
Illumina to Present at the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference
SAN DIEGO----Illumina, Inc. announced today that the Company will webcast its presentation at the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference in San Francisco, California on January 12, 2009. (Mon, 05 Jan 2009 11:30:00 GMT)
Illumina to Present at the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference
Illumina, Inc. (NASDAQ:ILMN) announced today that the Company will webcast its presentation at the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference in San Francisco, California on January 12, 2009. The live webcast is scheduled to begin at 1:30 p.m. ET and will a feature an overview of the company by Jay Flatley, President and Chief Executive Officer. (Mon, 05 Jan 2009 11:46:16 GMT)
Bruker Daltonics and Queensland Institute of Medical Research Expand Collaboration with Installation of maXis UHR-TOF
BILLERICA, Mass. & BRISBANE, QLD----Bruker Daltonics and the Queensland Institute of Medical Research announced today the installation of the first maXis™ Ultra-High Resolution Time-Of-Flight mass spectrometer in Australasia, thereby further strengthening the collaboration between Bruker and one of the premier medical research institutes in Australia. (Mon, 05 Jan 2009 12:00:00 GMT)
Illumina Hires Operations VP
San Diego-based Illumina has hired on a new Senior Vice President of Operations, Bill Bonnar, the firm disclosed this morning. The firm, which develops life science products and services for the genomics market, said that Bonnar joins the company from KLA-Tencor, the semiconductor equipment provider, where he was Vice President of operations for KLA-Tencor's Reticle and Photomask Inspection and ... (Mon, 05 Jan 2009 13:25:50 GMT)
Uncultured bacteria found in amniotic fluids of women who experience preterm births
( Case Western Reserve University ) Researchers from Case Western Reserve University and Yale University have made a significant advancement in understanding the cause behind why some pregnant women suffer from inflammations in the inner womb without any signs of an infection.Using gene-cloning techniques, researchers discovered that approximately 60 percent of the bacteria present in women with ... (Mon, 05 Jan 2009 14:33:58 GMT)
Macworld Conference & Expo 2009 Exhibitor Profiles
SAN FRANCISCO----Macworld Conference & Expo 2009 takes place January 5 - 9, 2009 at the Moscone Convention Center in San Francisco. (Mon, 05 Jan 2009 15:01:00 GMT)
Uncultured bacteria found in amniotic fluids of women who experience preterm births
Researchers from Case Western Reserve University and Yale University have made a significant advancement in understanding the cause behind why some pregnant women suffer from inflammations in the inner womb without any signs of an infection. (Mon, 05 Jan 2009 15:26:12 GMT)
Unraveling The Genetics of Alzheimer’s
Scientists have new information about the complex genetic signature associated with Alzheimer’s disease, the leading cause of cognitive decline and dementia in the elderly. The new research uses a powerful, high-resolution analysis to look for genes associated with this devastating neurodegenerative disorder. Previous research linked late-onset Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form, with the ... (Mon, 05 Jan 2009 15:40:57 GMT)
Health Club: Does your DNA match your workout?
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Cattle Genomics: Frequently Asked Questions — Arthrogryposis Multiplex
Which animals should be tested? Not all Angus-influenced animals will necessarily need to be tested. AM is believed to have originated with Rito 9J9 of B156 7T26, Registration No. 9682589. Therefore, animals descending from this bull should be highest priority for testing. (Mon, 05 Jan 2009 16:19:37 GMT)
Uncultured Bacteria Found In Amniotic Fluids Of Women Who Experience Preterm Births
Researchers have made a significant advancement in understanding the cause behind why some pregnant women suffer from inflammations in the inner womb without any signs of an infection. Using gene-cloning techniques, researchers discovered that approximately 60 percent of the bacteria present in women with intra-amniotic inflammations were missed by traditional culture testing -- considered the ... (Mon, 05 Jan 2009 16:27:22 GMT)
Stimulus could create thousands of IT jobs
A federal economic stimulus package expected early this year from the administration of President-elect Barack Obama should boost the job prospects of IT professionals. Katherine McGuire , vice president of government relations at the Business Software Alliance , said Obama's "pro-tech agenda" could increase the number of technology jobs in the U.S. by 10%, adding about 300,000 ... (Mon, 05 Jan 2009 16:49:31 GMT)
Drug tests could save billions
FEDERAL GOVERNMENT experts are to investigate funding the introduction of diagnostic tests to target drugs at the right patients and reduce harmful side effects at a saving of billions of dollars. (Mon, 05 Jan 2009 17:35:33 GMT)
Team finds breast cancer gene linked to disease spread
A team of researchers at Princeton University and The Cancer Institute of New Jersey has identified a long-sought gene that is fatefully switched on in 30 to 40 percent of all breast cancer patients, spreading the disease, resisting traditional chemotherapies and eventually leading to death. (Mon, 05 Jan 2009 18:26:07 GMT)
Breast Cancer Gene Linked To Disease Spread Discovered
Researchers have identified a long-sought gene that is fatefully switched on in 30 to 40 percent of all breast cancer patients, spreading the disease, resisting traditional chemotherapies and eventually leading to death. In doing so, the scientists may have answered one of the biggest mysteries in cancer research. (Mon, 05 Jan 2009 19:26:22 GMT)
Understanding Alzheimer's
Alzheimer's is the most common form of dementia and affects one in 20 Canadians over 65 - about 290,000. The number rises to one in four in those over 85. But it's not limited to seniors. A growing number of Canadians under the age of 65 show symptoms of the illness (Mon, 05 Jan 2009 19:39:06 GMT)
Methods for studying DNA repair and protein modification are featured in CSH Protocols
( Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory ) This month's issue of "Cold Spring Harbor Protocols" features two articles detailing experimental methods for the analysis of molecular processes involved in DNA repair and post-translational modification of proteins. (Mon, 05 Jan 2009 21:34:29 GMT)
Team Finds Breast Cancer Gene Linked to Disease Spread
Scientists at two New Jersey institutions have identified a long-sought gene responsible for metastasis in 30 to 40 percent of all breast cancer patients. The research, published in the January 6 edition of Cancer Cell, also describes how this gene is resistant to traditional chemotherapy treatments. (Mon, 05 Jan 2009 22:17:08 GMT)
Drug tests could save billions
FEDERAL GOVERNMENT experts are to investigate funding the introduction of diagnostic tests to target drugs at the right patients and reduce harmful side effects at a saving of billions of dollars. (Mon, 05 Jan 2009 23:28:23 GMT)
Genetic Modification Turns E. Coli Bacteria Into High Density Biofuel
Scientists have successfully pushed nature beyond its limits by genetically modifying Escherichia coli, a bacterium often associated with food poisoning, to produce unusually long-chain alcohols essential in the creation of biofuels. (Tue, 06 Jan 2009 02:26:42 GMT)
Amniotic fluid bacteria missed by test
CLEVELAND, Jan. 5 (UPI) -- U.S. researchers say approximately 60 percent of the bacteria present in women with intra-amniotic inflammations was missed by traditional testing. (Tue, 06 Jan 2009 02:32:25 GMT)
Drug tests could save billions
FEDERAL GOVERNMENT experts are to investigate funding the introduction of diagnostic tests to target drugs at the right patients and reduce harmful side effects at a saving of billions of dollars. (Tue, 06 Jan 2009 03:35:18 GMT)
Metadherin gene linked to metastasis of breast cancer
A team of researchers at Princeton University and The Cancer Institute of New Jersey has identified a long-sought gene that is fatefully switched on in 30 to 40 percent of all breast cancer patients, spreading the disease, resisting traditional chemotherapies and eventually leading to death. (Tue, 06 Jan 2009 04:22:59 GMT)
Inherited factors play key role in breast cancer
New research in mice and five independent collections of human breast tumors has enabled National Cancer Institute (NCI) scientists to confirm that genes for factors contributing to susceptibility for breast cancer metastasis can be inherited. (Tue, 06 Jan 2009 04:37:17 GMT)
Alzheimer's research at UM flags key genes
University of Miami medical researchers on Monday announced they have identified nine genes that may increase susceptibility to Alzheimer's disease. They expressed hope that within a decade they can create better ways of preventing, diagnosing and treating the debilitating, mind-robbing condition. (Tue, 06 Jan 2009 05:07:37 GMT)
Study shows inherited factors contribute progression in breast cancer
New research in mice and five independent collections of human breast tumours has enabled National Cancer Institute (NCI) scientists to confirm that genes for factors contributing to susceptibility for breast cancer metastasis can be inherited. (Tue, 06 Jan 2009 05:36:15 GMT)
Bush gives the US a unique national park
The world's largest marine protection area has been announced under the presidency of George Bush. (Tue, 06 Jan 2009 10:13:45 GMT)
Sri Lankan gunmen put television station off-air
Grenade carrying gunmen have stormed a radio and television studio in Sri Lanka. (Tue, 06 Jan 2009 10:14:05 GMT)
Police hunt down junkyard murder suspect in China
A massive manhunt is underway in central China, with police searching for a suspected mass killer. (Tue, 06 Jan 2009 10:14:15 GMT)
Ocimum Biosolutions becomes an authorized service provider for NuGEN Ovation Systems in India
Hyderabad/ Gaithersburg, Jan 6 (Business Wire India): Ocimum Biosolutions, a leading integrated genomics company, based in Hyderabad, announced today that it is now an authorized provider for services using NuGEN Ovation Systems for sample preparation. (Tue, 06 Jan 2009 11:08:44 GMT)
Team Finds Breast Cancer Gene Linked To Disease Spread
A team of researchers at Princeton University and The Cancer Institute of New Jersey has identified a long-sought gene that is fatefully switched on in 30 to 40 percent of all breast cancer patients, spreading the disease, resisting traditional chemotherapies and eventually leading to death. (Tue, 06 Jan 2009 11:16:09 GMT)
Focus on the World Drug Discovery Technologies Market
NEW YORK----Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report related to the Pharmaceutical industry is available in its catalogue. (Tue, 06 Jan 2009 12:00:00 GMT)
GeneGo Renews Its Agreement With Bayer Schering Pharma AG for Another Three Years
GeneGo, Inc., a leading provider of software and high quality manually curated databases for systems biology and pathway analysis, today announced that Bayer Schering Pharma AG has renewed its MetaCore licenses for another three years. (Tue, 06 Jan 2009 12:00:00 GMT)
Learn about the World Biochips Market
NEW YORK----Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report related to the Biotechnologies and Genetics industry is available in its catalogue. (Tue, 06 Jan 2009 12:10:00 GMT)
Alzheimer's research at University of Miami flags key genes
University of Miami medical researchers on Monday announced they have identified nine genes that may increase susceptibility to Alzheimer's disease. They expressed hope that within a decade they can create better ways of preventing, diagnosing and treating the debilitating, mind-robbing condition. (Tue, 06 Jan 2009 12:30:26 GMT)
Researchers Find Breast Cancer Gene, Spur Hope for New Drugs
Jan. 6 (Bloomberg) -- Researchers discovered a gene involved in the spread of breast cancer, which may lead to new treatments for a disease that kills about 1 in 35 women. (Tue, 06 Jan 2009 12:56:48 GMT)
Sigma-Aldrich Acquires Seppro(R) Depletion Technology From GenWay Biotech
Sigma-Aldrich has expanded its proteomics offerings with the acquisition of Seppro® affinity depletion technology and a library of 700 avian-derived antibodies from GenWay Biotech, Inc. (Tue, 06 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMT)
Get a Deep Insight into the World Pipettes and Pipettors Market
NEW YORK----Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report related to the Laboratory equipment industry is available in its catalogue. (Tue, 06 Jan 2009 13:23:00 GMT)
QuantRx® Announces FDA 510(k) Clearance for Its RapidSense® Methamphetamine Test
DOYLESTOWN, Pa.----QuantRx Biomedical Corporation , a broad-based diagnostic company focused on the development and commercialization of innovative diagnostic products, today announced that the U.S. (Tue, 06 Jan 2009 13:33:00 GMT)
High Growth Reported for the World Cell/Tissue Culture Supplies Market
NEW YORK----Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report related to the Laboratory equipment industry is available in its catalogue. (Tue, 06 Jan 2009 13:55:00 GMT)
AutoGenomics Invited to Present at the 2009 JPMorgan Healthcare Conference
AutoGenomics, a leader in providing automated, molecular testing solutions, announced today that the company has been invited and has accepted to present at the JPMorgan Healthcare Conference, which will be held January 12-15, 2009 at the Westin St. (Tue, 06 Jan 2009 14:00:00 GMT)
Ocimum Biosolutions Becomes an Authorized Service Provider for NuGEN Ovation® Systems in India
HYDERABAD, India & GAITHERSBURG, Md.----Ocimum Biosolutions, a leading integrated genomics company, based in Hyderabad, India, announced today that it is now an authorized provider for services using NuGEN Ovation® Systems for sample preparation. (Tue, 06 Jan 2009 14:01:00 GMT)
QuantRx® Announces FDA 510(k) Clearance for Its RapidSense® Methamphetamine Test
QuantRx Biomedical Corporation (OTCBB: QTXB), a broad-based diagnostic company focused on the development and commercialization of innovative diagnostic products, today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted the Company 510(k) clearance on its RapidSense drugs-of-abuse (DOA) Methamphetamine test. The RapidSense Methamphetamine test is the first of QuantRx’ DOA ... (Tue, 06 Jan 2009 14:02:46 GMT)
UM Genetic Researchers Release New Findings On Alzheimer's Disease
Researchers at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine led by Margaret A. Pericak-Vance, Ph.D., and Jonathan L. Haines, Ph.D. at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, have identified nine genes that may increase susceptibility for Alzheimer's disease and confirmed a region on chromosome 12q long believed to harbor an Alzheimer's risk gene. (Tue, 06 Jan 2009 17:15:09 GMT)
Discovery Of Uncultured Bacteria In Amniotic Fluids Of Women Who Experience Preterm Births
Researchers from Case Western Reserve University and Yale University have made a significant advancement in understanding the cause behind why some pregnant women suffer from inflammations in the inner womb without any signs of an infection. (Tue, 06 Jan 2009 17:15:29 GMT)
Genetic Variation May Lead To Early Cardiovascular Disease
Researchers from Duke University Medical Center have identified a variation in a particular gene that increases susceptibility to early coronary artery disease. For years, scientists have known that the devastating, early-onset form of the disease was inherited, but they knew little about the gene(s) responsible until now. (Tue, 06 Jan 2009 17:16:09 GMT)
CSH Protocols Features Methods For Studying DNA Repair And Protein Modification
This month's issue of Cold Spring Harbor Protocols (http://www.cshprotocols.org/T features two articles detailing experimental methods for the analysis of molecular processes involved in DNA repair and post-translational modification of proteins. Homologous recombination is an important mechanism for the repair of damaged chromosomes. (Tue, 06 Jan 2009 17:17:30 GMT)
Alzheimer's research at UM flags key genes
University of Miami medical researchers on Monday announced they have identified nine genes that may increase susceptibility to Alzheimer's disease. They expressed hope that within a decade they can create better ways of preventing, diagnosing and treating the debilitating, mind-robbing condition. (Tue, 06 Jan 2009 18:01:00 GMT)
University of Manitoba gets millions for research
The Canada Foundation for Innovation announced Tuesday it has awarded the University of Manitoba $2,091,296 million to support new research projects. (Tue, 06 Jan 2009 18:20:17 GMT)
Researchers Find Breast Cancer Gene, Spur Hope for New Drugs
Jan. 6 (Bloomberg) -- Researchers discovered a gene involved in the spread of breast cancer, which may lead to new treatments for a disease that kills about 1 in 35 women. (Tue, 06 Jan 2009 19:23:40 GMT)
UM Scientists Say They Identified Alzheimer's Genes
A group of scientists at the University of Miami said they have identified nine genes whose presence indicates an increased chance of getting Alzheimer's disease. (Tue, 06 Jan 2009 22:47:51 GMT)
Bacteria Found in Amniotic Fluids of Women Who Undergo Preterm Birth
Researchers from Case Western Reserve University and Yale University have made a significant advancement in understanding the cause behind why some pregnant women suffer from inflammations in the inner womb without any signs of an infection. Using gene-cloning techniques, researchers discovered that approximately 60 percent of the bacteria present in women with intra-amniotic inflammations were ... (Tue, 06 Jan 2009 23:19:30 GMT)
Five Must-Read Books For The Chastened CEO
They'll help you avoid the seduction of easy answers. (Wed, 07 Jan 2009 00:01:08 GMT)
Genetics facility plans student internships
BREWER, Maine — Discussions have begun to put area high school student scientists into cutting-edge laboratories to work on chronic conditions and diseases that affect Mainers, Superintendent Daniel Lee said recently. (Wed, 07 Jan 2009 05:09:10 GMT)
University researchers discover breast cancer gene
University researchers, led by molecular biology professor Yibin Kang, announced their discovery on Tuesday of Metadherin, a gene linked to breast cancer deaths... (Wed, 07 Jan 2009 06:36:43 GMT)
GeneGo Renews Its Agreement With Bayer Schering Pharma AG For Another Three Years
GeneGo, Inc., a leading provider of software and high quality manually curated databases for systems biology and pathway analysis, recently announced that Bayer Schering Pharma AG has renewed its MetaCore licenses for another three years. (Wed, 07 Jan 2009 06:39:24 GMT)
Bacteria discovered in amniotic fluids of women who undergo preterm birth
Researchers from Case Western Reserve University and Yale University have made a significant advancement in understanding the cause behind why some pregnant women suffer from inflammations in the inner womb without any signs of an infection. (Wed, 07 Jan 2009 09:22:37 GMT)
GeneGo renews agreement with Bayer Schering Pharma
GeneGo, a provider of software and manually curated databases for systems biology and pathway analysis, has announced that Bayer Schering Pharma has renewed its MetaCore licenses for another three years. (Wed, 07 Jan 2009 11:34:48 GMT)
Monsanto doubles quarterly net income on seed demand
Monsanto Co. says its fiscal first-quarter profit leapt 54% on farmer demand for its genetically-engineered seed and strength in its Latin American market. (Wed, 07 Jan 2009 14:14:29 GMT)
Human genomics in China
( Science in China Press ) The latest special issue of Science in China Series C: Life Sciences focuses on the human genome project in China, and it coordinately explore the trend and goal of the future development of this academic discipline. (Wed, 07 Jan 2009 14:48:39 GMT)
Monsanto increases full-year ongoing earnings-per-share guidance after reporting 117% earnings growth in first quarter ...
Greater demand in Latin America for Monsanto Company's products propelled the company to record-setting net sales and net income results for its fiscal 2009 first quarter, which ended Nov. 30, 2008. (Wed, 07 Jan 2009 15:17:06 GMT)
Monsanto 1Q profit doubles, outlook strong
Monsanto Co., the world's biggest seed maker, said Wednesday its fiscal first-quarter profit more than doubled on higher sales to Latin America, and raised its expectations for the year. Shares soared $11.44, or 15.6 percent, to $84.66 in afternoon trading.... (Wed, 07 Jan 2009 15:40:26 GMT)
Gene Linked To Inherited Form Of Fatal Lung Disease Identified
Researchers have determined that a mutation in a gene known for its role in defending the lungs against invading pathogens is responsible for some inherited cases of a lethal lung disease affecting older adults. The same mutation may also be associated with lung cancer, the researchers said. (Wed, 07 Jan 2009 17:11:42 GMT)
QIAGEN to Present At the JPMorgan 27th Annual Healthcare Conference
VENLO, The Netherlands, Jan. 7, 2009 -- QIAGEN N.V. today announced that it will present at the JPMorgan 27th Annual Healthcare Conference at 11:30 a.m. PT on Wednesday, January 14, 2009. (Wed, 07 Jan 2009 17:24:59 GMT)
Genetic manipulation becomes a hobby
A do-it-yourself movement is hoping to open up synthetic biology to anyone with a passion for tweaking DNA (Wed, 07 Jan 2009 17:38:03 GMT)
Luminex Corporation to Present at JPMorgan Healthcare Conference
Luminex Corporation (NASDAQ:LMNX) today announced that management will present at the 27th Annual JPMorgan Healthcare Conference to be held January 12-15, 2009, in San Francisco. (Wed, 07 Jan 2009 17:46:48 GMT)
Rise of the garage genome hackers
A do-it-yourself movement is hoping to open up synthetic biology to anyone with a passion for tweaking DNA (Wed, 07 Jan 2009 17:53:52 GMT)
Research and Markets: It's All About the Biomarkers: How 2008's Biomarker-Based Partnering Is Driving Personalized ...
DUBLIN, Ireland----Research and Markets has announced the addition of Decision Resources, Inc.'s new report "It's All About the Biomarkers: How 2008's Biomarker-Based Partnering Is Driving Personalized Medicine" to their offering. (Wed, 07 Jan 2009 17:55:00 GMT)
Monsanto 1Q profit doubles, outlook strong
Monsanto Co., the world's biggest seed maker, said Wednesday its fiscal first-quarter profit more than doubled on higher sales to Latin America, and raised its expectations for the year. (Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:11:20 GMT)
Research and Markets: 'Toxicogenomics: A Powerful Tool for Toxicity Assessment' Is an Authoritative Source of Current ...
DUBLIN, Ireland----Research and Markets has announced the addition of John Wiley and Sons Ltd's new report "Toxicogenomics: A Powerful Tool for Toxicity Assessment" to their offering. (Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:32:00 GMT)
Research and Markets: 'Toxicogenomics: A Powerful Tool for Toxicity Assessment' Is an Authoritative Source of Current ...
Research and Markets ( http://www.researchandmarkets. ) has announced the addition of John Wiley and Sons Ltd's new report " Toxicogenomics: A Powerful Tool for Toxicity Assessment " to their offering. (Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:46:48 GMT)
Gene Security Network Completes $6M Series B Financing
REDWOOD CITY, Calif.----Gene Security Network, Inc. , a molecular diagnostics company using data informatics to enhance genetic testing, today announced the closing of its $6M Series B financing. (Wed, 07 Jan 2009 19:00:00 GMT)
Five Must-Read Books For The Chastened CEO In 2009
They'll help you avoid the seduction of easy answers and appreciate why a little well-placed skepticism can go a long way. (Wed, 07 Jan 2009 19:10:51 GMT)
Dividend.com: No Stars for Constellation
The company said its 2009 outlook will be narrrower than expected. (Wed, 07 Jan 2009 20:21:14 GMT)
9 Genes Are Linked to Alzheimer's
WEDNESDAY, Jan. 7 (HealthDay News) -- Researchers have identified nine genes that might make people more likely to develop Alzheimer's disease. (Wed, 07 Jan 2009 21:02:18 GMT)
Gene Security Network gets $6M in 2nd round
Gene Security Network Inc., a molecular diagnostics company using data informatics to enhance genetic testing, said Wednesday it closed its second round of funding with $6 million. (Wed, 07 Jan 2009 21:29:40 GMT)
Monsanto 1Q profit doubles, outlook strong
Monsanto Co., the world's biggest seed maker, said Wednesday its fiscal first-quarter profit more than doubled on higher sales to Latin America, and raised its expectations for the year. (Wed, 07 Jan 2009 21:33:55 GMT)
New MicroBiome Analysis Center to explore health effects of microorganisms within the human body
( George Mason University ) The human body contains billions of microorganisms. Microbial cells in the human gut are estimated to outnumber human cells by 10 to one in healthy adults, according to the National Institutes of Health, but very little is known about the ways in which these minute life forms influence health and disease. (Wed, 07 Jan 2009 21:59:55 GMT)
Gene Abnormality Found To Predict Childhood Leukemia Relapse
Scientists have identified mutations in a gene that predict a high likelihood of relapse in children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). Although the researchers caution that further research is needed to determine how changes in the gene, called IKZF1 or IKAROS , lead to leukemia relapse, the findings are likely to provide the basis for future diagnostic tests to assess the risk of ... (Wed, 07 Jan 2009 22:01:59 GMT)
Gene Abnormality Found To Predict Childhood Leukemia Relapse
Scientists have identified mutations in a gene that predict a high likelihood of relapse in children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). (Wed, 07 Jan 2009 22:18:50 GMT)
Gene abnormality found to predict childhood leukemia relapse
( NIH/National Cancer Institute ) Scientists have identified mutations in a gene that predict a high likelihood of relapse in children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). Although the researchers caution that further research is needed to determine how changes in the gene, called IKZF1 or IKAROS, lead to leukemia relapse, the findings are likely to provide the basis for future diagnostic ... (Wed, 07 Jan 2009 22:23:04 GMT)
EARLY RELEASE: Deletion of IKZF1 and Prognosis in Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
Background Despite best current therapy, up to 20% of pediatric patients with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) have a relapse. Recent genomewide analyses have identified a high frequency of DNA copy-number ... (Wed, 07 Jan 2009 22:51:35 GMT)
9 Genes Are Linked to Alzheimer's
Finding also bolsters tie between vitamin D and the brain disease. (Wed, 07 Jan 2009 23:37:46 GMT)
Modulation Of Gene Expression By Protein Coding Regions Demonstrated
Scientists have discovered how the expression of one of the Hox master control genes is regulated in a specific segment of the developing brain. The findings provide important insight into how and where the brain develops some of its unique and important structures. (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 00:11:32 GMT)
Gene mutations found to predict acute lymphoblastic leukemia relapse
Scientists have identified mutations in a gene that predict a high likelihood of relapse in children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 04:37:37 GMT)
Genomics in China
Ten years ago, the Chinese National Human Genome Center at Shanghai (South Center, hereafter) was established in the Zhangjiang HiTech Park of Pudong District in Shanghai. (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 04:53:07 GMT)
Workwise : Nine ways to battle your job fears
With daily headlines on bailouts, bankruptcies and a broken-down job market, workers everywhere are bracing themselves. (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 05:32:23 GMT)
Almac Selects NuGEN Ovation® Systems to Broaden Gene Expression Services and to Use for Diagnostic Test Development
SAN CARLOS, Calif. & CRAIGAVON, Northern Ireland----NuGEN Technologies, Inc., a leader in nucleic acid sample preparation and Almac Diagnostics, provider of translational genomics-based solutions, announced today that Almac has added NuGEN Ovation® Systems to its gene expression profiling services, to address the challenges of analyzing valuable, irreplaceable clinical samples. (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 11:00:00 GMT)
Gene Abnormality Found To Predict Childhood Leukemia Relapse
Scientists have identified mutations in a gene that predict a high likelihood of relapse in children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 11:07:40 GMT)
Almac Selects NuGEN Ovation® Systems to Broaden Gene Expression Services and to Use for Diagnostic Test Development
NuGEN Technologies, Inc., a leader in nucleic acid sample preparation and Almac Diagnostics, provider of translational genomics-based solutions, announced today that Almac has added NuGEN Ovation ® Systems to its gene expression profiling services, to address the challenges of analyzing valuable, irreplaceable clinical samples. In addition, Almac has also chosen to use Ovation Systems in ... (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 11:31:49 GMT)
Washington University Researchers Select Bruker 12 Tesla FTMS and maXis UHR-TOF Technologies for Top-Down Proteomics
BILLERICA, Mass.----Bruker Daltonics announced today that the laboratory of Professor Michael Gross at Washington University in St. Louis has ordered a package consisting of a Bruker 12 Tesla FTMS and a maXis UHR-TOF, primarily for applications in top-down proteomics in close collaboration with Professor Reid Townsend, who heads proteomics efforts at Washington University. (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 12:00:00 GMT)
Exploring Health Effects Of Microorganisms Within The Human Body At Mason's New MicroBiome Analysis Center
The human body contains billions of microorganisms. Microbial cells in the human gut are estimated to outnumber human cells by ten to one in healthy adults, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), but very little is known about the ways in which these minute life forms influence health and disease. (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 12:08:00 GMT)
Washington University Researchers Select Bruker 12 Tesla FTMS and maXis™ UHR-TOF Technologies for Top-Down Proteomics
Bruker Daltonics announced today that the laboratory of Professor Michael Gross at Washington University in St. Louis has ordered a package consisting of a Bruker 12 Tesla FTMS and a maXis UHR-TOF, primarily for applications in top-down proteomics in close collaboration with Professor Reid Townsend, who heads proteomics efforts at Washington University. The researchers also plan to use the ... (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 12:16:09 GMT)
Washington University Researchers Select Bruker 12 Tesla FTMS and maXis™ UHR-TOF Technologies for Top-Down Proteomics
Bruker Daltonics announced today that the laboratory of Professor Michael Gross at Washington University in St. Louis has ordered a package consisting of a Bruker 12 Tesla FTMS and a maXis UHR-TOF, primarily for applications in top-down proteomics in close collaboration with Professor Reid Townsend, who heads proteomics efforts at Washington University. The researchers also plan to use the ... (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 12:19:16 GMT)
Record editorial: Beyond breakthrough
IT'S important to keep the news of a breakthrough in the fight against breast cancer in perspective. A New Jersey team of researchers has identified a gene that makes tumors more likely to resist chemotherapy and to spread to other organs, where it is often fatal. (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 13:08:19 GMT)
Rosetta Genomics Announces Exclusive Distribution Agreement With Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
Rosetta Genomics, Ltd. , the leading developer of microRNA-based molecular diagnostics, announced today it has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 13:30:00 GMT)
Rosetta Genomics Announces Exclusive Distribution Agreement With Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
Rosetta Genomics, Ltd. , the leading developer of microRNA-based molecular diagnostics, announced today it has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 13:30:00 GMT)
Using Lasers To Destroy Amyloid Proteins
Researchers have found that a technique used to visualize amyloid fibers in the laboratory might have the potential to destroy them in the clinic. The technique involves zapping the fluorescently-tagged fibers with a laser, which can inhibit their growth and degrade them. (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 14:08:51 GMT)
Human Genomics In China
Ten years ago, the Chinese National Human Genome Center at Shanghai (South Center, hereafter) was established in the Zhangjiang HiTech Park of Pudong District in Shanghai. To commemorate this important event, which marks the beginning of the Genomics Era in China, we specially organize a series of mini-reviews for this special issue. (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 15:09:51 GMT)
Ensuring access to latest developments in plant science technology, Nunhems moves U.S. research facilities to Davis, ...
Nunhems announced today that the company has moved its U.S. research laboratory activities from Brooks, Oregon, to Davis, California. The relocation involved the transfer of the molecular and cell biology laboratories as well as the produce quality analysis facilities. (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 15:32:12 GMT)
NASA Langley to Host Talks By Leading Genomics Scientists
Recent ground-breaking research that investigates gene sequences in living organisms offers a new understanding of biology and life in general. The relatively young field, called Genomics, has the potential for development of new medical treatments and biological sources of energy. (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 15:45:00 GMT)
Midwest Health Care Startups Raise $1.1 Billion in 2008, Sustaining 3-Year Growth Momentum
Midwest health care startups attracted $1.1 Billion in new investments across 166 companies in 2008, ranking the region 3 rd among US regions and maintaining a multi-year growth trend for Midwest health care investing. Minnesota and Ohio companies collectively attracted the most investment dollars within the Midwest. All findings are reported in the Midwest Health Care Venture Report 2008 ... (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 15:46:09 GMT)
Get a Deep Insight into the World Carbon Dioxide Incubators Market
NEW YORK----Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report related to the Laboratory equipment industry is available in its catalogue. (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 15:55:00 GMT)
QuantRx(R) Announces FDA 510(k) Clearance For Its RapidSense(R) Methamphetamine Test
QuantRx Biomedical Corporation (OTCBB: QTXB), a broad-based diagnostic company focused on the development and commercialization of innovative diagnostic products, announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted the Company 510(k) clearance on its RapidSense drugs-of-abuse (DOA) Methamphetamine test. (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 16:08:11 GMT)
Washington University Researchers to Use Bruker Technology for Proteomics Research
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Teva to Distribute Three Rosetta Genomics Cancer Dx Tests in Israel, Turkey
GenomeWeb Daily News You are not logged in. Existing subscribers login here . New to GenomeWeb Daily News? Register quickly here for your free subscription. (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 16:14:47 GMT)
USDA/CSREES awards more than $3.4 million to train graduate students in food and agricultural sciences
USDA’s Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service ( CSREES ) today awarded more than $3.4 million to train the next generation of policy makers, researchers and educators in the food and agricultural sciences. (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 17:17:10 GMT)
McGill researchers discover gene that increases susceptibility to Crohn's disease
( McGill University ) Researchers at McGill University, the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Center and the McGill University and Génome Québec Innovation Center, along with colleagues at other Canadian and Belgian institutions, have discovered DNA variations in a gene that increases susceptibility to developing Crohn's disease. Their study was published in the January issue of ... (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 19:34:29 GMT)
9 Genes Are Linked to Alzheimer's
Title: 9 Genes Are Linked to Alzheimer's Category: Health News Created: 1/8/2009 2:00:00 AM Last Editorial Review: 1/8/2009 (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 20:20:11 GMT)
Affymetrix to Webcast Presentation at JPMorgan Healthcare Conference
SANTA CLARA, Calif.----Affymetrix Inc. today announced that Kevin M. King, president and chief executive officer, will provide a company overview at the JPMorgan Healthcare Conference on January 15th in San Francisco, CA. (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 21:00:00 GMT)
Expression Analysis (EA) Purchases Its First Illumina Genome Analyzer
SAN DIEGO----Illumina today announced that Expression Analysis, an Illumina certified service provider and leading supplier of genotyping, gene expression, and resequencing services for genetic research, purchased its first Genome Analyzer. (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 21:01:00 GMT)
For fats, longer may not be better
( American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology ) Researchers have uncovered why some dietary fats, specifically long-chain fats, such as oleic acid (found in olive oil), are more prone to induce inflammation. Long-chain fats, it turns out, promote increased intestinal absorption of pro-inflammatory bacterial molecules called lipopolysaccharides. (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 21:03:39 GMT)
Affymetrix to Webcast Presentation at JPMorgan Healthcare Conference
Affymetrix Inc. (NASDAQ:AFFX) today announced that Kevin M. King, president and chief executive officer, will provide a company overview at the JPMorgan Healthcare Conference on January 15th in San Francisco, CA. A live webcast of the presentation will take place at 10:00 a.m. PT. (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 21:16:59 GMT)
Expression Analysis (EA) Purchases Its First Illumina Genome Analyzer
Illumina (NASDAQ:ILMN) today announced that Expression Analysis, an Illumina certified service provider (CSPro) and leading supplier of genotyping, gene expression, and resequencing services for genetic research, purchased its first Genome Analyzer. With this purchase, Expression Analysis becomes the only CSPro that owns all four of Illumina’s genomic research platforms: Genome Analyzer, iScan, ... (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 21:31:01 GMT)
Invest Northwest Announces Line-up of More Than 60 Presenting Companies
SEATTLE----Organizers for Invest Northwest™ have announced the selection of 63 emerging and established public and private companies slated to present at the Pacific Northwest’s premier life sciences investment conference. (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 00:55:00 GMT)
Whole genome study reveals clues to solving the mystery behind Kawasaki disease
( Public Library of Science ) A study looking at the entire human genome has identified new genes that appear to be involved in making some children more susceptible to Kawasaki disease, according to a new international study published Jan. 9 in the open-access journal PLoS Genetics. (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 01:33:39 GMT)
Genetic mutations can predict childhood leukaemia relapse
London, January 8 : A collaborative study by American researchers has revealed that changes in a gene called IKAROS can help predict a high likelihood of relapse in children with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL). (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 05:20:45 GMT)
Itanium(R) Solutions Alliance Drives Momentum in Mission-Critical Computing
PORTLAND, Oregon, January 9 /PRNewswire/ -- - Global gains and major milestones mark successful 2008 The Itanium(R) Solutions Alliance marked a year of accomplishment as Itanium-based systems saw increased migration from legacy mainframes and earned continued success in the mission-critical and computationally intensive arenas. (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 10:09:29 GMT)
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Gene Abnormality Found To Predict Childhood Leukemia Relapse Scientists have identified mutations in a gene that predict a high likelihood of relapse in children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 10:45:30 GMT)
Gene Abnormality Found to Predict Childhood Leukemia Relapse
Scientists have identified mutations in a gene that predict a high likelihood of relapse in children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 10:53:45 GMT)
Chinese Researchers Sequence Worlds First Giant Panda Genome
SAN DIEGO----Illumina today announced that researchers at the Beijing Genomics Institute , Shenzhen are the first to complete de novo sequencing of the giant panda genome. Exclusively using Illumina’s Genome Analyzer, a small team of scientists—in one month—produced 150 gigabases of sequence that was used to assemble the three gigabase genome belonging to Jingiing, the Giant Panda that was the ... (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 11:00:00 GMT)
Five Technologies Set to Change The Decade
Amazing, new technologies will be woven into the fabric of our daily lives. (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 11:14:51 GMT)
Illumina Announces Certified Service Provider Program for Sequencing and Names First Participating Organizations
SAN DIEGO----Illumina, Inc. announced today that it has introduced the Illumina CSProTM Program for Sequencing. This new extension to the program allows organizations with the Illumina Genome Analyzer to become certified in order to provide a range of sequencing-based genetic analysis services. (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 11:30:00 GMT)
XDx and Bristol-Myers Squibb Enter into Pharmacogenomics Collaboration
BRISBANE, Calif.----XDx, Inc., a molecular diagnostics company focused on noninvasive gene expression tests for the monitoring of immune-mediated conditions, announced today that it has signed a collaborative pharmacogenomics agreement with Bristol-Myers Squibb Company . (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 11:30:00 GMT)
Donn Esmonde: Newcomer tells us why we like it here
Lately, all seems grim. The Bills again went down the tubes. The Sabres bring little thrill. Albany will fill a $14 billion budget hole largely with forced contributions from our wallets. Higher taxes and fees translate into fewer jobs for our upstate “Appalachia.” (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 11:42:03 GMT)
Illumina Announces Certified Service Provider Program for Sequencing and Names First Participating Organizations
Illumina, Inc. (NASDAQ:ILMN) announced today that it has introduced the Illumina CSPro TM Program for Sequencing. This new extension to the program allows organizations with the Illumina Genome Analyzer to become certified in order to provide a range of sequencing-based genetic analysis services. The Illumina CSPro Program is the only program of its kind to offer a collaborative partnership ... (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 11:46:06 GMT)
BioNanomatrix Appoints Michael Kochersperger as Vice President of Engineering
Brings Broad Expertise and Strong Leadership Skills in Developing and Refining Innovative Life Sciences Systems- (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMT)
Itanium(R) Solutions Alliance Drives Momentum in Mission-Critical Computing
The Itanium® Solutions Alliance marked a year of accomplishment as Itanium-based systems saw increased migration from legacy mainframes and earned continued success in the mission-critical and computationally intensive arenas. (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMT)
Discovery Of Gene That Increases Susceptibility To Crohn's Disease
Researchers at McGill University, the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI MUHC) and the McGill University and Génome Québec Innovation Centre, along with colleagues at other Canadian and Belgian institutions, have discovered DNA variations in a gene that increases susceptibility to developing Crohn's disease. (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 13:10:21 GMT)
Sigma-Aldrich Acquires Seppro® Depletion Technology from GenWay Biotech
Sigma-Aldrich now offering antibody-based depletion columns and new catalog of IgY antibodies to proteomics research community ST. LOUIS, Mo., Jan. 6 -- Sigma-Aldrich (NASDAQ:SIAL) has expanded its proteomics offerings with the acquisition of Seppro® affinity depletion technology and a library of 700 avian-derived antibodies from GenWay Biotech, Inc. Seppro depletion products enable scientists ... (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 13:39:02 GMT)
Sirius Genomics Announces New Collaboration with UK Critical Care Genomics Group
Sirius Genomics, a developer of pharmacogenomic tests, announced today that it has signed a collaborative agreement with the United Kingdom Critical Care Genomics Group. The agreement focuses on the continued development of Sirius' pharmacogenomic diagnostic for responsiveness to recombinant activated Protein C . (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 14:00:00 GMT)
Phoenix conference highlights TGen's and Scottsdale Healthcare's contributions to molecular oncology
( The Translational Genomics Research Institute ) Physician-scientists from the Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen) and Scottsdale Healthcare will present their latest findings and techniques at a national conference designed to provide cancer doctors with new treatments for their patients. (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 14:12:24 GMT)
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