Astronomers have found a galaxy turning gas into stars with almost 100 percent efficiency, a rare phase of galaxy evolution that is the most extreme yet observed. The findings come from the IRAM Plateau de Bure interferometer in the French Alps, NASA's Wide-field Infrared Survey Explorer and NASA's Hubble Space Telescope. "Galaxies burn gas like a car engine burns fuel. Most galaxies have fairly inefficient engines, meaning they form stars from their stellar fuel tanks far below the maximum theoretical rate," said Jim Geach of McGill University, lead author of a new study ...

An investigational treatment for an inherited form of Lou Gehrig's disease has passed an early phase clinical trial for safety, researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis and Massachusetts General Hospital report. The researchers have shown that the therapy produced no serious side effects in patients with the disease, also known as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The phase 1 trial's results, available online in Lancet Neurology, also demonstrate that the drug was successfully introduced into the central nervous system. The treatment uses ...

It's no accident that money obtained through dishonest or illegal means is called "dirty money." A new study from the University of California, Berkeley, suggests that when people perceive money as morally tainted, they also view it as having less value and purchasing power. Challenging the belief that "all money is green," and that people will cross ethical boundaries to amass it, social scientists from UC Berkeley and Stanford University have found compelling evidence that the source of wealth really does matter. In fact, some people avoid ill-gotten gains – such as ...

Pasadena, CA.— Blazars are the brightest of active galactic nuclei, and many emit very high-energy gamma rays. New observations of a blazar known as PKS 1424+240 show that it is the most-distant known source of very high-energy gamma rays. But its emission spectrum appears highly unusual. A team including Carnegie's Michele Fumagalli used data from the Hubble Space Telescope to set a lower limit for the blazar's redshift (z ≥ 0.6035). An object's redshift value is a measurement of how much the wavelength of the light from it that reaches Earth is stretched by ...

Nearly two-thirds of children receiving stem cell transplants returned to the hospital within six months for treatment of unexplained fevers, infections or other problems, according to a study performed at Dana-Farber/Children's Hospital Cancer Center in Boston. Children who received donor cells were twice as likely to be readmitted as children who received their own stem cells. "No one had ever looked at these data in children," said Leslie E. Lehmann, MD, clinical director of pediatric stem cell transplantation at Dana-Farber/Children's Hospital Cancer Center (DF/CHCC). ...

BOSTON — New research published as abstracts in The FASEB Journal and presented at Experimental Biology 2013 (EB 2013) ties mushrooms to potential health outcomes – demonstrating that mushrooms provide more to a dish than just flavor. Nine mushroom research abstracts were presented at Experimental Biology this week, which found: Weight Loss and Maintenance: A one-year, randomized clinical trial found that substituting white button mushrooms for red meat can be a useful strategy for enhancing and maintaining weight loss.1 (Lawrence Cheskin, M.D., F.A.C.P., Department ...

Removal of guardians in Texas Article provided by The Law Office of Laura Coorpender Ramirez, PLLC Visit us at http://www.coorpenderramirezlaw.com There are many individuals that are no longer able to care for themselves. Some individuals may have disabilities that make it difficult to get around, while others may lose some of their mental capabilities as they age. Once any of these signs are observed, family members will need to create comprehensive plans that will put a plan in place to provide for their loved ones. In Texas, in order to have the legal ability ...

New laws addressing drugged driving may be coming to California Article provided by Garcia, Schnayerson & Thompson Visit us at http://www.gstcrimlaw.com Drunk-driving laws change in California quite frequently. This often leads to increased penalties for those who are convicted, as well as additional punishments for those who are repeat offenders. Motorists know that law enforcement takes this crime very seriously, and also know that police will be patrolling areas where drunk driving is believed to be occurring. In California, there are very clear laws for ...

Credit card concerns in Pennsylvania Article provided by Nahrgang & Associates PC Visit us at http://www.mnahrgang.com In today's difficult economy, it is no surprise that many people find themselves faced with debt they are unable to repay. Much of this debt is through credit cards and it is easy to think there is no solution. Although debt settlement and debt litigation issues are becoming more rampant in Pennsylvania, solutions are right around the corner. Soaring lawsuits The number of credit card debt cases in Pennsylvania has recently skyrocketed. ...

Legislators considering changes to Washington drunk driving laws Article provided by Twyford Law Office Visit us at http://www.twyfordlaw.com Washington motorists are very familiar with the dangers of drinking and driving. Advertising campaigns inform drivers that police will be actively targeting those who drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Legislators continue to strengthen the penalties that are in place for a conviction, ensuring that the state's laws remain some of the toughest in the country. When someone is killed or injured by an allegedly ...

Division of property in Pennsylvania divorces Article provided by Gentile, Horoho & Avalli Visit us at http://www.gha-lawfirm.com There are many reasons why a couple may be considering ending their marriage. The spouses may try to make things work, but in the end, it might be impossible for the couple to resolve their differences. This is often a very emotional time for everyone involved, and can leave the spouses waiting for the divorce to be complete as soon as possible. Many spouses will try to work out an agreement about the issues that need to be addressed ...

Long-time Wisconsin dairy company files for bankruptcy protection Article provided by Kerkman & Dunn Visit us at http://www.kerkmandunn.com When the expenses of a business outpace its income for too long, eventually it may have to make the hard decision to close the doors. This is what happened to a Waukesha milk bottling company, Golden Guernsey, earlier this year. The company was established in Milwaukee over 80 years ago and is well known in the Wisconsin dairy industry. With both assets and liabilities reportedly in the $10 to $50 million ranges, the ...

Texas again attempts to pass a texting while driving ban Article provided by Lovett Law Firm Visit us at http://www.lovettlawfirm.com Distracted driving is a big problem in Texas and across the nation. Texas Department of Transportation statistics show that more than 81,000 car accidentswere caused by driver distraction, inattention or cellphone use in 2011. Despite this fact, it seems that many drivers are unable (or unwilling) to put down their phones. Numerous studies show that one of the most distracting activities that a driver can do is send or read a text ...

Converting co-ops into condominiums Article provided by Avallone Law Associates Visit us at http://www.lawrenceavallone.com With the ever-changing real estate market, many people have changed their minds about whether they want to own a co-op or a condominium. Increasingly, owners are deciding not to sell their properties, but rather to go through the process of converting their co-op into a condominium. Although it can be challenging, this process is not impossible, especially with the counsel of an experienced real estate lawyer. If you are considering converting ...

Study: breast cancer misdiagnosis top cause of radiologist malpractice Article provided by Alan D. Bell Visit us at http://www.adbelllaw.com Due to the efforts of the media, it is now common knowledge that it is important for breast cancer to be diagnosed as early as possible, in order to have the best shot at remission. Unfortunately, however, this does not always occur--sometimes due to the radiologist's failure to diagnose cancer in the breast at the early stages. In fact, according to a recent study published in the medical journal Radiology, failure to diagnose ...

How other disability benefits may impact Social Security benefits Article provided by Law Offices of Judith S. Leland, APLC Visit us at http://www.disabilitylawfirm.com When a person becomes disabled, he or she may have a variety of disability benefit programs to choose from, including federal Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), disability coverage through private insurance, workers' compensation disability benefits and other public disability benefits programs. However, workers' compensation and other benefits may reduce the amount of benefits a disabled ...

Preventing physical workplace disorders in Connecticut Article provided by Drake, Marjorie Howes Visit us at http://www.mdrakelaw.com There are many ways that individuals can become injured at work, but the most common types of injuries are cumulative trauma disorders, otherwise known as repetitive motion disorders. These are conditions that arise from the extended repetition of certain physical movements, often involving the arms, wrists and hands. Symptoms of these motion disorders include pain, tingling and numbness in certain areas of the body, and many times ...

Supreme Court limits use of drug-sniffing dogs outside homes Article provided by Connell & Connell, LLC Visit us at http://www.connell-connell.com One of the recurring questions in criminal law is how far the Fourth Amendment goes. The amendment, which protects citizens and their houses, papers and effects against unreasonable searches and seizures by those acting on behalf of the government, is constantly being defined, expanded and limited by caselaw. As an example, a recent case before the Supreme Court questions how much protection does the Fourth Amendment ...

Business succession planning is key in Connecticut Article provided by Diana, Conti & Tunila, LLP Visit us at http://www.dctlaw.com/ Few issues loom larger than succession planning for small and family-owned businesses. Passing a business on to younger generations is notoriously difficult without proper planning. It can take years of meticulous preparation and leadership training and must often be updated. Too often small business owners delay creating a succession plan or rely on outdated agreements with partners. Not only does this make a business transition ...

Why File Chapter 13 Bankruptcy? Article provided by John Clayton Colwell Visit us at http://www.debtclinic.com For many Californians in financial distress, even trying to make the monthly interest payments on their debt can be a challenge, to say nothing of putting any money toward the principal. People may have a steady monthly income but still be unable to make ends meet. California residents should be aware of how filing Chapter 13 bankruptcy may be a way for them to get back on solid ground financially and the advantages Chapter 13 may offer over other types ...

Seven individuals arrested for allegedly growing marijuana Article provided by Schuetze & McGaha, P.C. Visit us at http://www.smlvlaw.net Las Vegas is known for its wild party and nightlife scene, which attracts numerous tourists each year. Many of these tourists are unaware that this lifestyle usually means security and police presence. This results in a high number of drug arrests, for both tourists and residents. Nevada currently boasts some of the most aggressive laws in the country relating to drug possession and distribution. Seven individuals charged ...

California Wage Garnishment Exemptions and Limits Article provided by John Claytom Colwell Visit us at http://www.debtclinic.com In a move that may slightly help people facing wage garnishment, California recently enacted a law to raise the exempt amount of weekly pay from wage garnishment to $320 per week, up from the previous $217.50 per week. The $100 increase is certainly needed, as $217.50 per week is below both the federal and state poverty line even for just a single person with no children. Even with the increase, people who are currently having their wages ...

Harsh penalties for students with criminal backgrounds Article provided by Horwitz & Horwitz, LLC Visit us at http://www.horwitzlawsite.com When students apply for college, they often have to answer questions about their criminal history. Although not all universities use this information to bar students' admission, it can often have a negative impact the school's admission decision as well as the student's option to live on campus. School shootings and heightened campus security In recent months, school shootings have been in the spotlight, and many students ...

Child custody, visitation and support in Texas Article provided by Hortick & White, PLLC Visit us at http://www.jsw-law.com/ Parents who are going through a divorce frequently have a lot of questions about what the future holds, especially regarding their children. When combined with the sometimes-inaccurate portrayals people see on television and Texas' unique legal terminology regarding child custody, parents are often confused. An experienced family law attorney can help guide a parent through the divorce and child custody process, leading the way to a fresh ...

DIY divorce in Colorado may involve unexpected financial risks Article provided by Pearson & Paris, P.C. Visit us at http://www.rockymountain-familylaw.com Colorado, like many other U.S. states, uses a system called "equitable distribution" to divide a couple's property during divorce. This means that courts try do divide a divorcing couple's property fairly. In many cases, however, fairly does not always mean equally. Classifying shared property Before a couple's property can be divided in a Colorado divorce, all of their debts and assets must ...