A new genome-wide association study of more than 6,000 people has identified seven new genetic regions associated with pulmonary fibrosis. In findings published online in Nature Genetics on April 14, 2013, researchers at National Jewish Health, the University of Colorado and several other institutions found a number of genes associated with host defense, cell-cell adhesion and DNA repair, which provide clues to possible mechanisms underlying this currently untreatable disease. "This research gives us several new targets for investigation of pulmonary fibrosis ," said ...

UC San Francisco scientists have discovered that muscle repair requires the action of two types of cells better known for causing inflammation and forming fat. The finding in mice, published in the April 11 issue of Cell, showed that a well-known immune cell called the eosinophil [ee-oh-SIN-oh-fil] carries out the beneficial role in two ways – by clearing out cellular debris from damaged tissue and teaming up with a type of cell that can make fat to instead trigger muscle regrowth. The study, led by Ajay Chawla, MD, PhD, an associate professor of medicine at the UCSF ...

HOUSTON – A protein which is intimately involved in cancer-promoting cell signaling also keeps a key component of the signaling pathway tied down and inactive, a team led by scientists from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center reports this week in Nature Structural Molecular Biology. Shc, pronounced "schick," plays a key role in activating signals which lead to cell proliferation (and cancer) when cells are stimulated, however it unexpectedly turns out to be a tumor-suppressor, keeping Erk under wraps when a cell is less active, said senior author John Ladbury, ...

New York budget proposal includes higher fines for distracted driving Article provided by Higgins, Roberts, Beyerl & Coan, P.C. Visit us at http://www.hrbclaw.com According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in 2011, 3,331 people were killed in crashes involving a distracted driver; an additional 387,000 people were injured in distracted driver crashes. Clearly, distracted driving is a problem. Mobile electronic devices are one of the biggest culprits. In New York, all drivers are currently prohibited from using handheld cell phones while ...

A simple approach and unsurpassed experience in chiropractic practices has helped Babcock Chiropractic and Wellness Center surge ahead of others in San Ramon, Danville, Dublin and the surrounding areas. Chiropractic care involves numerous visits to the chiropractor, with each one building on the previous one and subsequently leading to long-term relief and a life that is healthy, free of pain, and illness. The best-known chiropractors in San Ramon believe in explaining everything to your upfront. They build up relationships with every visit and leave no room for surprises. ...

Boy Scout Troop and Crew 101 of Struthers, OH will host a used clothing drive from 11 a.m. -3 p.m. April 21 and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. April 27. The scouts is working with GoodThrift.Com and will receive a monetary donation based on the total weight collected which will help fund yearly programs and activities for the scouts. Items to be collected include wearable and usable clothing for all ages, shoes, purses, bags, hats, accessories, blankets, sheets, quilts, towels, curtains, table clothes, soft toys, and dolls. Please no glass, breakables, furniture, appliances, ...

AJS Carpet Cleaning has been selected for the 2013 Best of Orem Award in the Carpet Cleaning & Repair category by the Orem Award Program. Each year, the Orem Award Program identifies companies that we believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and our community. These exceptional companies help make the Orem area a great place to live, work and play. Various sources of information were gathered ...

Christian Small Publishers Association (CSPA) is pleased to announce the winning titles for the 2013 Christian Small Publisher Book of the Year Award. Christian Small Publisher Book of the Year Award honors books produced by small publishers each year for outstanding contribution to Christian life. Book lovers and retailers selling Christian products voted on the nominated titles in each of twelve categories. The winners in each of the twelve categories are: Fiction Muted Grey, Dianna L Young, Wildflower Press, 9780983533207 Romance Sarah's Gift, Skye Wieland, ...

ECS Productions, Inc., a full-service production company and the producer of Blues programming for television, today announced the appointment of V. Lynn Hawkins as Executive Vice President of Operations. She will report directly to EC Scott, President and CEO of the Company. Ms. Hawkins brings over three decades of business development and executive management experience to the Company and serves as Vice President on the Board. Ms. Hawkins is an integral part of the global business development plan for the Company. Her experience in business and organizational ...

DataMystic announces the latest release of File and Folder Watcher - its folder watcher that triggers new tasks when files arrive (such as FTP). File and Folder Watcher 3.5.1 watches a set of folders and subfolders, waiting for new files to arrive. When files are complete (essential for processing huge video files), it triggers one action per file or group of files, such as copying, emailing, printing, archiving, image processing etc. File Watcher now has a convenient Test facility, and can trigger an action if no files arrive in a set timeframe, which is terrific ...

THE VOICE's Kim Yarbrough breaks out like gangbusters with her debut single, "Brand New Day [Strong Enough]," a gospel-tinged celebration about life, love, and happiness, which all can come to pass by wiping the slate clean and making a fresh start. This project is an event, bringing together most of producer/director Rick Gianatos' favorite singers and actors including Duane Avery, Pattie Brooks, Charlo Crossley, Danny DeLoyd, Theresa Ford, Jim Gilstrap, Celeste Jefferson, Ernie Jefferson, Trina Lykes, Cynthia Manley, Marvin Mathews, Perry Moore, Scherrie ...

Fatburger (www.fatburger.com), known for juicy, made-to-order burgers, has announced its newest location in Beirut, Lebanon. The owner of the newest location, Vetra Investments, LLC, is a prominent hospitality and food service specialist based in Dubai. They have been a driving force in Fatburger's international growth, currently operating eight of the fast casual units in the UAE, with another soon to open in Abu Dhabi. The leading better burger brand has locations in over 27 countries and continues to embrace the unique culture created over 60 years ago in Los Angeles. ...

On August 11, 2007, around 5:15 p.m., Philip Malitas and Christine Malitas were traveling southbound on Route 495 in Wrentham, when their vehicle was struck in the rear by a van owed by Oscar Zarate, a Massachusetts businessman. Civil litigation ensued, with the Malitas' claiming numerous injuries stemming from the accident and years of disability, demanding a combined $300,000 for their damages. Further increasing the stakes, both plaintiffs later underwent neck and shoulder surgeries, allegedly related to this accident. Boston litigator Karen A. Colucci of Bellotti ...

Former Democratic state representative from Everett, Stephen "Stat" Smith, was sentenced by Chief United States Magistrate Judge Leo T. Sorokin to four months in prison, a fine of $20,000, and one year supervised probation today in federal court in Boston. Smith was forced to resign his seat at the end of last year after pleading guilty to voter fraud charges. He faced up to two years in prison. While Smith loses a career he thoroughly embraced, excelled at, and ultimately cherished, he understood his resignation was inevitable. In court, he was apologetic ...

Sauers Tree & Landscape Service Inc., of Dresher, Pa, will be holding their 4th annual Strike Out Cancer bowling fundraiser on May 11th. Since 2010, Sauers has been hosting the event to help raise money for family, friends, clients and people of the community who have been affected by cancer and to support ongoing research through the American Cancer Society. Stephanie Sauers-Boyd, co-owner of Sauers Tree & Landscape Service Inc., started the Strike Out Cancer fundraiser with support from her family, their business and other local business partners. She has ...

NEI Inc. has been in the business of printing envelopes for over 25 years. During that time they have seen the request for full color printing increase while the turnaround times on orders decrease. In order to meet the demands of it's customers NEI has launched a new online service for full color envelope printing with next day delivery. By utilizing digital printing technology coupled with our own software we are able to offer this service to commercial printers and advertising agencies who have a need for full color printed envelopes fast. Zoomenvelopes.com is ...

GenieMD, a global provider of mobile healthcare solutions, announced today the availability of social networking capabilities in its latest release of GenieMD APP version 5.2. Due to the success of Facebook (FB), LinkedIn, and Yammer, social networking has played a substantial role in people's lives: from finding old friends, staying in touch with family, locating the dream job, and improving efficiencies in business. At GenieMD, we believe social networking can play an even bigger role in healthcare. Whether it is to share one's health condition with a small group of ...

Mayors For Meals is part of the Meals On Wheels Association of America's March For Meals national campaign. Elected officials, law enforcement officers, Council On Aging (COA) Directors and OCES representatives from the four communities participated in the event to show their support for their community's homebound and hungry seniors. OCES' Mayors For Meals event was held on Wednesday, March 20th in Brockton and Stoughton. Mayor Linda M. Balzotti and Diana DiGiorgi, Executive Director of OCES, delivered noon-time meals to Brockton area seniors. Selectman John Anzivino, ...

San Diego Self Storage (SDSS) is partnering with Recycle San Diego (RSD) to host an e-waste recycling campaign in celebration of Earth Day (observed on April 22, 2013). The free recycling event is open to the public and runs April 21st through April 27th at San Marcos Mini Storage and North County Self Storage facilities, both located in North County. San Marcos Mini Storage is located at 175 S. Bent Ave. in San Marcos, (760) 571-9342. North County Self Storage is located at 3661 Sunset Drive in Escondido, (760) 300-3921. Both facilities are open seven days a week from ...

Major changes are underway at Fountains Center, a mixed use restaurant/retail/office plaza located on Camino Real and Powerline Road in west Boca Raton. An aggressive renovation and upgrade of the center's structures and landscape began less than a year ago, and is scheduled to be completed within the next 60 days. In addition to upgrading the center piazza area with waterfalls and fountains that line the walking paths throughout the center, leasing activity has skyrocketed from 42% occupancy in February 2012 to nearly 86% occupancy as of this month. "We have ...

Digital Alchemy and GCommerce today announce that Loren Gray, Director of eCommerce for Ocean Properties, Ltd. & Affiliates (OPL), has been selected to present the keynote address at the second annual Hospitality Marketing Exchange (HME), taking place May 8-9, 2013 at the Sonesta Bayfront Hotel Coconut Grove in Miami. A renowned speaker and hotel industry expert in the digital marketing and eCommerce realm, Gray will kick off the event with a presentation entitled "Generating Revenue in Hospitality - Old School Style with Today's Tools." This exciting educational ...

The Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania (BFTP/NEP) has reported that 527 northeastern Pennsylvania jobs were created or retained as a result of its work in 2012. These results were accomplished in the organization's 21-county service area, including Berks, Bradford, Carbon, Columbia, Lackawanna, Lehigh, Luzerne, Lycoming, Monroe, Montour, Northampton, Northumberland, Pike, Schuylkill, Snyder, Sullivan, Susquehanna, Tioga, Union, Wayne, and Wyoming counties. Impact results are a summation of the accomplishments of Ben Franklin's work as reported ...

Taylor Morrison's West Florida Division has broken ground on a new model at Connerton. Expected to open for public viewing by May, the Kentwood model is a two-story home with four bedrooms, three and a half baths, a game room and a two-car garage. Its approximately 3,255 square feet of living area includes flexible options that can be tailored to suit the needs of individual buyers, such as a formal dining room that can be converted into a den or guest suite, or an optional breakfast nook or extended lanai. The focal point of this home is its spacious great room. Also on ...

Ridogulous Labs announces the launch of a crowdfunding campaign to fund the development of the world's smartest dog collar. Forget everything you've ever known about pet care and imagine the possibilities once wearable computing comes to our pets. With a feature set that becomes your eyes and ears, combined with a design comfortable on high fashion runways, this collar will forever change the way pet owners interact with their dogs. "It's kind of like giving dogs their own smartphones," said Sean Kelly, Founder at Ridogulous Labs. That's Ridogulous It ...

Amelia Rozas Design, Inc., the highly regarded interior design firm, was hand-selected to complete an office for Bella Stairs, a top distributor of fine designer stairs and railing products, specializing in high-end European designer stairs and railings. What makes this project most unique is that owner, Juan Arcos, is an architect, this his eye for detail and attention to design is more discerning than other clients; yet, Amelia Rozas took on this project with pride. Amelia Rozas was hired to work specifically on the branding of the office's interiors. The goal was ...