NASA and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) have released the first images captured by their newest Earth-observing satellite, the Global Precipitation Measurement (GPM) Core Observatory, which launched into space Feb. 27. The images show precipitation falling inside a March 10 cyclone over the northwest Pacific Ocean, approximately 1,000 miles east of Japan. The data were collected by the GPM Core Observatory's two instruments: JAXA's Dual-frequency Precipitation Radar (DPR), which imaged a three-dimensional cross-section of the storm; and, NASA's GPM Microwave ...

Despite the well-documented disadvantages of graduating from college during a recession, could graduates actually be happier with their jobs in the long run? A new article from Administrative Science Quarterly examines whether earning a college or graduate degree in a recession or an economic boom has lasting effects on job satisfaction. Across three studies, well-educated graduates who entered the workforce during economic downturns were happier with their work than those who first searched for jobs during more prosperous times. In fact, they were happier with their ...

Geneva, Switzerland, 26 March 2014 -- A new era of lung cancer therapy is close to dawning, using drugs that can prevent tumour cells from evading the immune system, experts have said at the 4th European Lung Cancer Congress. For decades, scientists and doctors thought immunotherapy –treatments that harness the immune system to fight a disease-- was of marginal benefit in lung cancer, says Jean-Charles Soria, Institute Gustave Roussy in Paris, France. However a new class of drugs known as "immunocheckpoint regulators" have shown huge potential, Soria says. New data ...

In early 2010, LANXESS decided to enter a new field of business, water purification: A production facility for Lewabrane reverse osmosis membrane filter elements was supposed to be built by the fall of 2011. Together with the company's experts, researchers from the Fraunhofer Institute for Factory Operation and Automation IFF in Magdeburg designed and had the manufacturing technology ready for production in just nine months. Afterward, they built a second, fully automatic and, therefore, more complex plant in just one year. Part of this plant – scaled down – will be on ...

A new report published online in The FASEB Journal may lead the way toward new treatments or a cure for a common cause of blindness (proliferative retinopathies). Specifically, scientists have discovered that the body's innate immune system does more than help ward off external pathogens. It also helps remove sight-robbing abnormal blood vessels, while leaving healthy cells and tissue intact. This discovery is significant as the retina is part of the central nervous system and its cells cannot be replaced once lost. Identifying ways to leverage the innate immune system ...

A new international study has revealed how genetics could explain why different environmental exposures can trigger the onset of different forms of rheumatoid arthritis. A team at the Arthritis Research UK Centre for Genetics and Genomics at The University of Manchester, part of a large international consortium involving scientists from across 15 academic institutions, believe their findings could have important implication for the way that rheumatoid arthritis is diagnosed and treated. Publishing their findings in the journal American Journal of Human Genetics, they ...

CINCINNATI – Septic shock is a severe systemic infection and major cause of death for the old and young alike. Unfortunately, researchers say testing new drug regimens to stop the infection is confounded because clinical trials include patients who are either too sick to be saved by experimental therapies or not sick enough to warrant the treatments. In a study published in the April edition of Critical Care Medicine, researchers at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center and the University of Cincinnati report a new blood test that helps solve the dilemma by identifying ...

PULLMAN, Wash. - A Washington State University food scientist and colleagues at Texas A&M have found that compounds in peaches can inhibit the growth of breast cancer cells and their ability to spread. Writing in the Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry, the researchers say the compounds could be a novel addition to therapies that reduce the risk of metastasis, the primary killer in breast and many other cancers. The compounds could be given as an extract or, judging from the doses given mice in the study, two to three peaches a day. "I would do three peaches a day," said ...

KNOXVILLE – In many group-living species, high-rank individuals bully their group-mates to get what they want, but their contribution is key to success in conflict with other groups, according to a study that sheds new light on the evolutionary roots of cooperation and group conflict. In a series of mathematical models, researchers from the National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis and the University of Oxford uncovered a mechanism for explaining how between-group conflict influences within-group cooperation and how genes for this behavior might be ...

Recent California symposium highlights women injured in the workplace Article provided by Sacks & Zolonz, LLP Visit us at http://www.sackszolonzdefense.com In February the California Applicants' Attorneys Association held a symposium regarding workplace injuries that affect women. "Working Women's Injuries Symposium: Causes, Consequences and Prevention" examined the causes of injuries to women in the workplace and attempted to generate policies that would reduce and better address women's safety while at work. At the symposium, experts and safety advocates ...

NJ congressman supports federal LGBT employment discrimination ban Article provided by Piro, Zinna, Cifelli, Paris & Genitempo, L.L.C. Visit us at http://www.pirozinnalaw.com Longtime New Jersey Rep. Frank Pallone, Jr., D-N.J., sent a March 18, 2014, letteralong with 220 other members of Congress to President Barack Obama urging him to issue an executive order banning federal contractors from discriminating in employment on the basis of sexual orientation or sexual identity. ENDA newjerseynewsroom.com quotes Pallone as also hoping the U.S. House of Representatives ...

Patient care often disrupted by bullying, study shows Article provided by Breslin & Breslin, P.A. Visit us at http://www.njmedmallaw.com Bullying has recently become an issue of national attention as more people speak up about the problem and its potentially devastating consequences. Although these conversations often focus on school children, bullying also occurs in many adult environments -- including the doctor's office. In some cases, a recent study shows, medical bullying can negatively affect patient care, potentially increasing the risk of serious problems ...

Maryland child support: it's all about the kids, and the guidelines Article provided by Jeffrey N. Greenblatt of Joseph, Greenwald & Laake, PA Visit us at http://www.jnglaw.net Facing divorce is tough enough, but when minor children are involved, the stakes are even higher for both parents. Not only does a parent face uncertainty about where the children will live and how parenting time will be divided, but also concern about child support, whether he or she is likely to pay it or receive it. Of course, each parent has the legal and ethical obligation to support ...

Unresolved foreclosure issues a problem for many New Yorkers Article provided by The Law Offices of Allison B. Crain & Associates Visit us at http://www.crainlaw.com New York ranks third in the nation in the number of homeowners delinquent on their mortgages or in foreclosure, the Mortgage Bankers Association recently reported. In 2013, the number of foreclosures reached a three-year high in the state. Experts speculate that the number of high foreclosures is partially due to a still-sluggish local economy. While the unemployment rate is lower than it has been ...

Safety tips to protect motorcyclists on the road Article provided by Woods Law KC, LLC Visit us at http://www.woodslawkc.com As winter comes to a close and the weather improves, many Kansas City residents will start traveling by motorcycle to take advantage of the warmth. With the increase in motorcycle traffic, however, comes a rise in the risk of serious motorcycle accidents. While the number of fatalities caused by most types of motor vehicle accidents has decreased in recent years, the number of motorcycle fatalities has been on the rise, according to the ...

Simply carrying a metal pipe was not illegal possession of a weapon Article provided by Bruce Yerman, Attorney at Law Visit us at http://www.criminal-defense-law-nyc.com New York laws are tough on those who illegally possess guns. However, a firearm is not the only way you could find yourself facing severe weapons charges. Many other weapons are illegal, including items such as electronic stun guns, gravity knives, metal knuckles and more. You might suspect that a knife could be considered a weapon. But what if you simply had a metal pipe in your hand, with no ...

Divorce and its impact on financial aid for college-aged children Article provided by Shimalla, Wechsler, Lepp & D'Onofrio, LLP Visit us at http://www.cswlawnj.com After divorce, many parents in Somerset County face a number of financial challenges. Not only must they now support a household on one income, but if they have children who they expect will go to college, they may be concerned about how they will support themselves, their families and help their children pay college expenses. It may surprise you to learn that children of divorced parents may have ...

Arizona drivers might want to think twice before refusing a breath test Article provided by The Law Office of Cary L. Lackey, PC Visit us at http://www.carylackeylaw.com/ Many Arizona motorists may be astonished to learn that by simply driving a motor vehicle in the state they have already consented to alcohol testing if arrested for driving under the influence (DUI). This is typically referred to as Arizona's "admin per se" or implied consent law. In fact, this "implied consent" is rooted in an Arizona statute that dictates police may subject a driver to blood, ...

Medical debt; why it's different from any other debt Article provided by Law Offices of Andrew H. Griffin III Visit us at http://www.andrewgriffinlawoffice.com Many individuals struggling to pay debt likely understand what they owe. Their credit card balance shows the exact outstanding balance and their minimum monthly payment. Their mortgage statement reveals each monthly mortgage payment and any arrearages. But what about medical bills? In many cases, individuals who undergo a surgical or any other procedure do not leave the hospital with a concrete statement ...

Using bankruptcy to break the vicious cycle of unpaid debt Article provided by Burridge Tillmann PLLC Visit us at http://www.burridgetillmann.com For anyone who is struggling with debt and considering bankruptcy, a common concern is how filing bankruptcy may affect their credit scores and long-term financial wellbeing. While it is true that filing bankruptcy does typically result in a reduced credit score in the short term, it can actually have a positive effect in the long run for those who take steps to restore their financial health after bankruptcy. Creating ...

Can Property settlements be modified after final judgment? Article provided by Nelson & Davis LLC Visit us at http://www.nelsondavisllc.com Most divorced individuals will admit that their divorce was a very stressful time. There are a lot of decisions to make, and it can be difficult to know what is best for their specific situation. Some may even opt to make changes if they had the opportunity. When going through a divorce in Wisconsin, the couple needs to be sure that they know how the divorce will impact each of their lives. A divorce is a significant change, ...

For some, trusts are a necessary component of an estate plan Article provided by Hegwood & Associates, P.C. Visit us at http://www.hegwoodlaw.com When most people think of estate planning, most think about drafting wills. Although wills are certainly an important part of estate planning, sometimes they are not enough to accomplish an individual's goals. Sometimes, in addition to a will, it is necessary to set up a trust. Trusts may be set up while the individual is still alive or may be created by a will. Although they are not a complete substitute for a will, ...

Wrongful termination case provides lessons for Pennsylvania employees Article provided by Jared Jacobson Law, LLC Visit us at http://www.jaredjacobsonlaw.com A former Oracle employee alleges he was unlawfully fired after he voiced complaints about discriminatory practices. According to the man, he began to complain after being instructed to offer an Indian employee significantly less pay than his Caucasian counterparts. As a result, the man is suing the company for wrongful termination. More on the case The case, out of California, began when a sales executive ...

The company states that free-to-play online and downloadable games of various genres are allocated in a new tab entitled "Featured Games". Consumers are offered popular game titles along with fresh ones absolutely for free. John Button, a company representative, informs: "We've decided to create a new page primarily to pamper our users with new positive experience and secondarily to keep abreast of the times, where such games tend to win gamers' hearts. These games are allocated in a separate page for user convenience" GamesPub Ltd keeps making all reasonable efforts ...

National Brain Tumor Society, the largest nonprofit organization dedicated to the brain tumor community in the United States, wrapped its first ever Charlotte Brain Tumor Race this past Saturday at Freedom Park in Charlotte, N.C. The inaugural event hosted 1,200 brain tumor survivors, patients, family members, caregivers, and friends for an inspiring, family-friendly day. Sponsored by Carolinas HealthCare System and Piedmont Natural Gas, the Charlotte Brain Tumor Race raised nearly $170,000, surpassing its initial fundraising goal. All proceeds will go toward funding critical ...