Researchers at the University of Washington have successfully created a line of human embryonic stem cells that have the ability to develop into a far broader range of tissues than most existing cell lines. "These cells will allow us to gain a much greater understanding of normal embryonic development and have the real potential for use in developing ways to grow new tissues and organs for transplantation," said Carol Ware, a professor in the UW Department of Comparative Medicine and lead author of a paper describing the new cell line appearing in the March 10 issue ...

RIVERSIDE, Calif. — Animals "do the locomotion" every day, whether it's walking down the hall to get some coffee or darting up a tree to avoid a predator. And until now, scientists believed the inner workings of movement were pretty much the same — the nerves send a message to the muscles and there is motion. But in a first-of-its-kind study on wild green anole lizards, biologists at the University of California, Riverside have discovered that the link between muscle function and movement is a lot more complicated than anyone realized. "We were trying to understand ...

Research from the University of Adelaide has confirmed that a gene linked to intellectual disability is critical to the earliest stages of the development of human brains. Known as USP9X, the gene has been investigated by Adelaide researchers for more than a decade, but in recent years scientists have begun to understand its particular importance to brain development. In a new paper published online in the American Journal of Human Genetics, an international research team led by the University of Adelaide's Robinson Research Institute explains how mutations in USP9X ...

BOSTON (March 14, 2014) — A diagnosis of hemianopia, or blindness in one half of the visual field in both eyes as the result of strokes, tumors or trauma often means the end of driving. In about half of the states in the United States and in many other countries, driving with hemianopia is prohibited. However, in some countries including Belgium, the Netherlands, the UK, Switzerland and Canada, driving with hemianopia is permitted after passing a specialized road test. Researchers at Massachusetts Eye and Ear/Schepens Eye Research Institute set out to determine the extent ...

In a new study published today in Annals of Surgical Oncology, clinicians worked with mathematicians to review data from 1973 to 2013 to conclude there was a time-dependent link between being diagnosed with diabetes and pancreatic cancer. A review of 88 international studies to date, is the largest analysis on the topic published. Dr Mehrdad Nikfarjam, liver, pancreas and biliary specialist from the Department of Surgery at the University of Melbourne said pancreatic cancer was often diagnosed when at an advanced, incurable stage. "This is an important paper that ...

After 13 years of meticulous excavation of the nearly complete skeleton of the Australopithecus fossil named Little Foot, South African and French scientists have now convincingly shown that it is probably around 3 million years old. In a paper published today, Friday, 14 March 2014 at 12:00 (SATS), in the scientific journal, the Journal of Human Evolution, the latest findings by Professor Ron Clarke from the University of the Witwatersrand and his colleagues refute previous dating claims that suggested Little Foot is younger. (See the all authors' details and affiliations ...

Every year, almost 10,000 Danes are admitted to hospital with blood poisoning, while more than 3,000 patients become infected while they are hospitalised. New research shows that Danes suffering from blood poisoning risk an extra challenge in the form of an increased risk of suffering a blood clot: "We have followed more than 4,000 people who have been admitted with blood poisoning. The study shows that the risk of suffering a blood clot in either the brain or the heart is twice as high for patients with blood poisoning in relation to other patients who are also admitted ...

Water, salts and gases dissolved in the huge ocean that scientists believe could exist below Europa´s icy crust can rise to the surface generating the enigmatic geological formations associated to red-tinged materials that can be seen on this Jupiter's satellite. This is confirmed by the experiment carried out in the laboratory with water, carbon dioxide and magnesium sulfate by researchers at Centro de Astrobiología (CAB, Spain). Scientists suspect that inside Europa, one of the icy moons of Jupiter, reservoirs of liquid water exists, the essential element for life on ...

By the end of the 21st century, some parts of the world can expect as many as 30 more days a year without precipitation, according to a new study by Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego researchers. Ongoing climate change caused by human influences will alter the nature of how rain and snow falls; areas that are prone to dry conditions will receive their precipitation in narrower windows of time. Computer model projections of future conditions analyzed by the Scripps team indicate that regions such as the Amazon, Central America, Indonesia, and all Mediterranean ...

According to George Bernard Shaw, "Imitation is not just the sincerest form of flattery – it's the sincerest form of learning." According to psychologists, imitation is something that we all do whenever we learn a new skill, whether it is dancing or how to behave in specific social situations. Now, the results of a brain-mapping experiment conducted by a team of neuroscientists at Vanderbilt University strengthen the theory that an impaired ability to imitate may underlie the profound and enduring difficulty with social interactions that characterize schizophrenia. In ...

Deceased trust beneficiary's share held payable to his estate Article provided by Teague & Wetsel, PLLC Visit us at http://www.teaguewetsel.com/ In the case of Estate of Rozell v. Betty Rozell Revocable Trust, the Oklahoma Court of Civil Appeals reviewed the language of a revocable trust and ruled, in a divided opinion, that the share designated for a deceased beneficiary who died without children was fully vested and payable to his estate. Background of the case In 2002, the decedent's mother signed a revocable trust agreement. The trust agreement contained ...

Non-suspect victim attacked by police dog could proceed with lawsuit Article provided by Day, Day & Brown Visit us at http://www.daydayandbrown.com If you are attacked by a neighbor's dog, you might expect that the neighbor would be responsible for your resulting personal injuries. However, what if you were randomly attacked by a police dog, through no fault of your own? Might you still deserve compensation for your dog bite injuries? The California Court of Appeal recently discussed such a case in Pulido v. Reaver. A police dog attacks The victim was ...

Probation sentencing for intoxication manslaughter convictions Article provided by Law Office of Paul Schiffer Visit us at http://www.schifferlawfirm.com A unique offense DWI (driving while intoxicated) is a serious offense with serious, potentially long lasting, consequences. A criminal record of a DWI conviction may affect your future employment prospects, not to mention, your personal freedom. While each state has DWI laws, each state has variations in the ways they classify such offenses, both in terms of the legal requirements for convictions and in the ...

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Medical debt continues to fuel bankruptcy filings across America Article provided by Robert E. Bardwell, Jr. Attorney at Law Visit us at http://www.ohiobankruptlaw.com Though the recently enacted Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) will hopefully increase the number of Americans having the benefit of comprehensive health insurance, industry experts are mixed on what impact that will have on our nation's medical debt concerns. Medical expenses have skyrocketed in recent years in spite of advances in technology and pharmaceuticals that - theoretically ...

Lesser charge of assault was appropriate where man was intoxicated Article provided by George F. Hildebrandt, Attorney at Law Visit us at http://www.georgehildebrandt.com When you are charged with a crime such as assault, the difference between first-degree assault, a felony, and third-degree assault, a misdemeanor, can have a significant effect on the penalties involved. Each defined element of a crime is crucial to determining what level of offense can be established, and if some element of the crime cannot be proven beyond a reasonable doubt, a lesser sentence ...

Close relationship made grandparent visitation in child's best interest Article provided by Donaldson Stewart, P.C. Visit us at http://www.donaldsonandassociateslaw.com Under Arizona law, a grandparent may receive visitation rights with a child whose parents have been divorced more than three months, whose parents were never married, or if one of the parents is deceased, provided the court finds such visitation in the best interests of the child. To determine if visitation is in the child's best interests, the court considers a number of relevant statutory factors, ...

Geographic restriction on mother's relocation of child was justified Article provided by The Pinak Law Firm, PLLC Visit us at http://www.pinaklawfirm.com Under Texas law, a court can modify an order related to a parent-child relationship, if such a modification would be in the best interest of the child, and the circumstances of the child or parents have materially and substantially changed. The issue of modification may arise when one parent wishes to relocate with a child. However, what if the moving parent was given the exclusive right to determine the child's ...

Colorado court rules accrued leave may be considered marital property Article provided by Frost & Beck, LLP Visit us at http://www.frostbecklaw.com The Supreme Court of Colorado recently ruled that accrued vacation and sick leave related to employment may by considered marital property to be included in the division of assets upon divorce. However, the court emphasized that a spouse with such accrued leave must have an "enforceable right" to receive a financial payment corresponding to the leave. With respect to the specific divorcesettlement being ...

Large settlement for a Texas officer in race discrimination case Article provided by Law Office of G. Scott Fiddler, P.C. Visit us at http://www.fiddlerlaw.com An African-American police chief, who lost his position as a result of racial issues, has reportedly settled an employment discrimination lawsuit against the city of Jasper, Texas, and others for approximately $831,000. Some say the settlement is one of the largest of its kind in East Texas. According to the lawsuit, the mayor of Jasper, as an owner of a local radio station, utilized the former police ...

Hotel could be liable for slip-and-fall accident on adjoining sidewalk Article provided by Heller LaChapelle, APC Visit us at http://www.seriousinjury.org If an individual is injured due to a dangerous condition on a property, the owner of that property may be held liable. However, there are certain circumstances under which a landowner might even be held liable for injuries suffered in a slip-and-fallaccident on an adjoining sidewalk that the landowner does not own. One of those situations is when the landowner benefits from an alteration to the sidewalk adjacent ...

Maryland and the seat belt defense Article provided by The Burch Law Firm, LLC Visit us at http://www.burchandvoss.com Recently, Maryland State Police reported than one woman was killed and another seriously injured in separate accidents on Interstate 70; the accidents occurred within 24 hours of each other. In one accident, a 50-year-old Cumberland woman was thrown through a rear window of a sport utility vehicle. She was pronounced dead at the scene. Hours later, a 32-year-old man hit an overturned pick-up truck near the Sharpsburg Pike exit. He survived, but ...

As winter fades in New York, the risk of slip and fall injuries remains Article provided by Lozner & Mastropietro Visit us at http://www.lmlawnyc.com According to the National Safety Council, roughly 8.9 million emergency rooms visits each year can be attributed to falls - making it the leading cause of unintentional injuries in the U.S. Unfortunately, not only are slip and fall accidents common but potentially severe, with injuries ranging from mere bruises and sprains to broken bones and head wounds. Sadly, in cities such as New York, the problems associated ...

Parent was not obligated to pay college expenses for adult son Article provided by The Oncale Firm Visit us at http://www.thebirminghamdivorceattorney.com Even after a divorce is final, one party may request a modification of child support, based on a change in circumstances. Thus, disputes over support may continue long after a divorce is settled. One issue that may lead to a later dispute is payment for a child's education. For example, under Alabama law, could a parent be asked to pay for a minor child's college education past the age of majority? The Alabama ...

The basics of Connecticut child support law Article provided by Law Offices of Doris D'Ambrosio Visit us at http://www.dorisdambrosiolaw.com When someone becomes a parent, his or her life changes in many ways. But one unwavering fact is established: the duty of that mother or father to support his or her child financially until the son or daughter reaches adulthood. In Connecticut, the law emphatically makes this moral duty a legally enforceable one. "Child support" is the regular payment of money from one parent to the other to help pay for the child's ...