A new study of 365 sell-side financial analysts shows that private phone calls with managers remain an essential source of analysts' earnings forecasts and stock recommendations – even in light of regulations limiting businesses' selective disclosure of financial information. More than half of the analysts surveyed by a team of accounting researchers said they make direct contact with executives of companies they cover five or more times per year. The direct contact with management is so important that one analyst said his company hired an FBI profiler to train analysts ...

Toronto, June 3, 2013 – A mismatch between the departure schedules of songbirds and higher spring temperatures at their breeding sites is putting them at risk, according to a new study out of York University. The study, "A Trans-Hemispheric Migratory Songbird Does Not Advance Spring Schedules or Increase Migration Rate in Response to Record-Setting Temperatures at Breeding Sites", published in the journal PLOS ONE, tracked the spring migration of purple martins over five years from the Amazon basin to two breeding sites in eastern North America. Researchers outfitted the ...

While psychologists have long debated the core personality dimensions that define humanity, primate researchers have been working to uncover the defining personality traits for humankind's closest living relative, the chimpanzee. New research, published in the June 3 issue of American Journal of Primatology provides strong support for the universal existence of five personality dimensions in chimpanzees: reactivity/undependability, dominance, openness, extraversion and agreeableness with a possible sixth factor, methodical, needing further investigation. "Understanding ...

Reston, Va. (June 3, 2013) – Highly educated individuals with mild cognitive impairment that later progressed to Alzheimer's disease cope better with the disease than individuals with a lower level of education in the same situation, according to research published in the June issue of The Journal of Nuclear Medicine. In the study "Metabolic Networks Underlying Cognitive Reserve in Prodromal Alzheimer Disease: A European Alzheimer Disease Consortium Project," neural reserve and neural compensation were both shown to play a role in determining cognitive reserve, as evidenced ...

The width of blood vessels in the retina, located at the back of the eye, may indicate brain health years before the onset of dementia and other deficits, according to a new study published in Psychological Science, a journal of the Association for Psychological Science. Research shows that younger people who score low on intelligence tests, such as IQ, tend to be at higher risk for poorer health and shorter lifespan, but factors like socioeconomic status and health behaviors don't fully account for the relationship. Psychological scientist Idan Shalev of Duke University ...

In June's edition of Physics World Portugal's former science and technology minister, José Mariano Gago, calls for more investment in, and engagement with, national science budgets in light of the European Union's (EU) stagnated investment. Gago also proposes a totally independent and credible "observatory" that would analyse national science policies and science budgets across Europe and give early warnings to scientists and the public on their developments. The economic crisis has – at least since 2007 – divided research and development (R&D) within the EU. Large ...

The criteria used to diagnose both circulatory and brain death in a patient are subject to variability and as such can be controversial. Anaesthesiologists play an important role in procedures related to the determination of death, so should have specific knowledge about medical, ethical and legal criteria of brain death definition. Experts will call for international consensus in a presentation at Euroanaesthesia 2013, the annual congress of the European Society of Anaesthesiology (ESA). "Before the technological advances of the last century, death was diagnosed by ...

A new method of manufacturing short, single-stranded DNA molecules can solve many of the problems associated with current production methods. The new method, which is described in the scientific periodical Nature Methods, can be of value to both DNA nanotechnology and the development of drugs consisting of DNA fragments. The novel technique for manufacturing short, single-stranded DNA molecules – or oligonucleotides – has been developed by researchers at Karolinska Institutet in Sweden and Harvard University. Such DNA fragments constitute a basic tool for researchers ...

The freshly sequenced genome of the most commonly cultivated cacao plant in the world is revealed in the open access journal Genome Biology this week. Researchers have utilised high quality DNA sequences to demonstrate the usefulness and quality of the sequence to identify genetic markers that can lead to higher yielding cocoa plants that still produce better tasting cocoa. There are many varieties of the cacao tree (Theobroma cacao L.), but the green podded Costa Rican Matina or Amelonado variety is the most popular because of its high yield and pleasant flavor. In ...

PHILADELPHIA - Researchers in the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania have determined the role of a key growth factor, found in skin cells of limited quantities in humans, which helps hair follicles form and regenerate during the wound healing process. When this growth factor, called Fgf9, was overexpressed in a mouse model, there was a two- to three-fold increase in the number of new hair follicles produced. Researchers believe that this growth factor could be used therapeutically for people with various hair and scalp disorders. The study appears ...

CAMBRIDGE, MA -- Prometheus, the mythological figure who stole fire from the gods, was punished for this theft by being bound to a rock. Each day, an eagle swept down and fed on his liver, which then grew back to be eaten again the next day. Modern scientists know there is a grain of truth to the tale, says MIT engineer Sangeeta Bhatia: The liver can indeed regenerate itself if part of it is removed. However, researchers trying to exploit that ability in hopes of producing artificial liver tissue for transplantation have repeatedly been stymied: Mature liver cells, known ...

Menlo Park, Calif. — Through innovations to a printing process, researchers have made major improvements to organic electronics – a technology in demand for lightweight, low-cost solar cells, flexible electronic displays and tiny sensors. The printing method is fast and works with a variety of organic materials to produce semiconductors of strikingly higher quality than what has so far been achieved with similar methods. Organic electronics have great promise for a variety of applications, but even the highest quality films available today fall short in how well they ...

A large, multi-center study led by Johns Hopkins researchers has found a significant link between lifestyle factors and heart health, adding even more evidence in support of regular exercise, eating a Mediterranean-style diet, keeping a normal weight and, most importantly, not smoking. The researchers found that adopting those four lifestyle behaviors protected against coronary heart disease as well as the early buildup of calcium deposits in heart arteries, and reduced the chance of death from all causes by 80 percent over an eight-year period. Results of the study, ...

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. -- A new study conducted by a team of Indiana University neuroscientists demonstrates that GLT1, a protein that clears glutamate from the brain, plays a critical role in the craving for cocaine that develops after only several days of cocaine use. The study, appearing in The Journal of Neuroscience, showed that when rats taking large doses of cocaine are withdrawn from the drug, the production of GLT1 in the nucleus accumbens, a region of the brain implicated in motivation, begins to decrease. But if the rats receive ceftriaxone, an antibiotic used ...

A multifunction tool based on a combination hammer and crowbar has met its $100,000 Kickstarter goal with 30 days to spare. The crowd-funded campaign launched April 24 and ends June 24, 2013. "We are all amazed at the overwhelming positive response to the Cole-Bar and we are very excited about making the best tool that we can," said the Cole-Bar team's spokesperson, Brandon Hyde. The Cole-Bar Hammer was inspired by its inventor's late son, Cole Hyde, who had the idea for the tool when he was just eleven years old. When Cole tragically passed away less than ...

Rudy Nino & the Blanco Historic Preservation Commission invites you to a Hands-on Window Restoration Workshop at Twin Sisters Dance Hall Members of the Blanco Historic Preservation Commission and members of the Twin Sisters Dance Hall will co-sponsor a window restoration workshop on Saturday, June 8th, 2013. South & Central Texas area homeowners are invited to a restoration workshop from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm at 'Preservation Restoration Project' at the Twin Sisters Dance Hall located at 6720 Hwy. 281 Everyone is advised to bring a pair of cloves, 3M TEKK ...

Alex Kotlik, a New York City based commercial photographer is inviting you to visit his recently redeveloped website http://alexkotlik.com. The new website boasts a modern and colorful design, improved functionality, and intuitive navigation. It is responsive and scalable to any devices from desktop computers to tablets and smartphone. The website also features a content-rich homepage that displays a full-screen slide-show of images. A clean navigation system allows visitors to easily access the spectacular photography galleries of people, architecture, and travel photography. ...

Dr. Fred DiUlus, an online education pioneer, was among the first to invent an online tuition free university at the turn of the century. Now, a decade later, he has brought the home school non-traditional experience to a new level. DiUlus created a new system that makes possible an individual's ability to self-direct an accredited college degree totally on their own. Aimed at the 90% of those in the world who lack the finances, economic condition and opportunity to seek higher education traditionally, they are now able to seize on a system that provides a unique individual ...

Paul Lavin picked up a golf club at the age of 10 and a year later realized he was ranked 2nd in Washington State for 11 and under. Next he went on to rank top 5 in Washington State for the "11 to 17" age group. At 18, he missed qualifying for the US Open by a 2 shots. Undeterred, Lavin then turned PGA golf pro from San Diego Golf Academy at 19. Transferring to Maui for five years he became Teaching Pro at Kapalua and has many interesting stories of celebrities he mentored. Paul returned to Washington State as 1st Assistant Head Pro at Overlake in Bellevue, ...

This June, artist Michael Miller will showcase 25 new additions to his video game-inspired spray paint series "Punch-Out!". The show is in sync with the famous E3 Gaming Convention (LACC) at Los Angeles' Opulen Studios from June 10-13, 2013. An opening reception will be held on June 10, 2013 at 7 p.m. at Opulen Studios Photography Studio and Event Venue. By using multiple types of media and creating a full multisensory experience in his exhibitions, Miller hopes to convey his belief that elements of pop culture are worthy of celebration as nostalgic icons ...

Today EcoPlum, the green shopping rewards site, puts the spotlight on fair trade food products, emphasizing how important fair trade is to sustainable practices. Organic fair trade coffee and chocolate, both from Equal Exchange, are the first food products carried by EcoPlum in its online boutique. Gia Machlin, CEO and Founder of EcoPlum, exclaims, "We have profound respect for what our friends at Equal Exchange are doing to support sustainable farming and humane treatment of farm workers. With Father's Day around the corner, their organic chocolate and coffee ...

Exalt (Pulse) is proud to announce the official publication of The Sanctuary, a compelling Christian Fiction tale of wounded love, dark betrayal, and the healing power of forgiveness. About The Book The Sanctuary is one of the fastest growing churches in San Francisco, California. Founded by Bishop Cedric and Lacey Jones, this growing ministry of 350 members seeks to embrace people of all backgrounds with the message of unconditional love and abundant grace - but how will this mission of love, hope, and grace be received when the message of unconditional love is put ...

AdSysNet Solutions has proudly announces the latest release of its Free Active Directory Admin Helper tool,which helps the active directory administrators to do some basic actions and reporting . Features are included in this versions with more filters to generating reports and for managing the objects . ASN Free Active Directory Helper also including More actions with right click options. Now looking good with Minor bug fixes on reporting . Pricing and Availability : The AdSysNet Solutions Active Directory Admin Helper is available free now with some limitation.Conact ...

Author and photographer John Crippen has announced the release of 'Animal Portraits With The Digital Photography Of John Crippen: Learning Photography With Animals'. The book is for photographers who are ready to transition from point and shoot to DSLR. 'Animal Portraits' has over 100 captivating photos with information such as ISO, shutter speed, and aperture settings under each image. While some dialog is provided regarding lens, filter or technique, most of the book provides an opportunity for readers to look at images and decide what kind of composition the reader ...

The gloves are on, and it's time for boxing fans to choose their corners and bid aggressively on a fantastic selection of championship boxing memorabilia in Grey Flannel's June 5 Summer Games Auction. Fifty-seven lots in the 613-lot major sports auction are devoted exclusively to professional boxing, with the centerpiece being an archive of career collectibles that the consignor obtained directly from Larry Holmes. Several offered items from the Holmes archive will transfer with an irrefutable form of provenance that is, in itself, a valuable collectible - a photo of ...