Tropical Cyclone Victoria is now a remnant low pressure area in the Southern Indian Ocean after running into strong wind shear that has been tearing the storm apart. When NASA's TRMM satellite passed over the storm on April 12 it saw limited areas with moderate rainfall pushed far from the center of circulation. NASA and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency's Tropical Rainfall Measuring Mission (TRMM) satellite captured fading rainfall rates in dissipating Cyclone Victoria on April 12, 2013 at 0748 UTC (3:48 a.m. EDT). Wind shear has torn the storm apart and TRMM spotted ...

The design brief for the VOI was to develop a two-wheel transporter that is as agile and affordable as a scooter and, at the same time, as safe and comfortable as a car. With its compact size and maneuverability, the two-wheel electric scooter is designed as a transporter for densely populated megacities and offers a comprehensive solution to metropolises where congested traffic is a major problem. Positioning the rider behind allows for a compact design and the use of an enclosed passenger cabin that shields occupants from the elements. The enclosure also offers added ...

Sometimes cost saving comes in nanoscale packages. A new procedure that thickens and thins fluid at the micron level could save consumers and manufacturers money, particularly for soap products that depend on certain molecules to effectively deal with grease and dirt. Researchers at the University of Washington published their findings online April 9 in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. Read the back of most shampoos and dishwashing detergents and you'll find the word "surfactant" in the list of active ingredients. Surfactant molecules are tiny, yet ...

An upper-level low pressure system is sapping the cloud and thunderstorm development on the western side of Cyclone Victoria in the Southern Indian Ocean. New NASA satellite imagery showed that the bulk of rainfall was located east of the storm's center. At 0900 UTC (5 a.m. EDT) on April 12, Tropical Cyclone Imelda was tropical storm strength with maximum sustained winds near 45 knots (51.7 mph/83.3 kph). Imelda was centered near 14.1 south latitude and 58.9 east longitude, about 465 miles north-northeast of La Reunion Island. Imelda is moving to the south-southeast at ...

MADISON – A genetic analysis of the avian flu virus responsible for at least nine human deaths in China portrays a virus evolving to adapt to human cells, raising concern about its potential to spark a new global flu pandemic. The collaborative study, conducted by a group led by Masato Tashiro of the Influenza Virus Research Center, National Institute of Infectious Diseases, and Yoshihiro Kawaoka of the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the University of Tokyo, appears in the current edition (April 11, 2013) of the journal Eurosurveillance. The group examined the genetic ...

MR images taken when the ventricles of the heart relax and fill with blood and then when the ventricles contract and eject blood to the rest of the body provide a more complete picture of the extent of myocardial scar in patients with ischemic cardiomyopathy, a new study finds. Detection of scar is important because it helps identify patients who are at higher risk of a fatal event, said Dr. James Fernandez, the first author of the study. The standard protocol to determine scar in these patients is to collect just diastolic data (when the ventricles relax), said Dr. Fernandez. ...

An algorithm that takes the patient's size into consideration can cut radiation dose by 41% in lumbar spine CT without compromising the diagnostic quality of the images, a new study shows. Researchers at Yeouido St. Mary's Hospital in Seoul, Korea examined 107 patients using semi-automated attenuation-based tube potential selection which optimized tube potential at 100 kilovoltage, rather than the standard 120 kilovoltage. Decreasing the kilovoltage decreased the radiation dose from a mean of 21.78 mGy to a mean of 12.77 mGy, but it can increase the image noise (graininess ...

Additional fluoroscopic and CT views can substantially reduce complications that occur during percutaneous radiologic gastrostomy, a procedure used for patients who require a gastric tube for nutritional support. "In a study of 146 patients, we saw a major complications rate of 5.9%," said Dr. Erich Lang, of SUNY Downstate Medical Center, in Brooklyn, NY and lead author of the study. Major complications included organ injury with hemorrhage and colonic perforation, he said. Minor complications, such as tube leakage or dislodgement, occurred in 17.6% of patients, he said. ...

Radiologists are a step closer to implementing a program in an underserved region of Uganda for diagnosing and treating women with palpable breast masses. The program combines a unique diagnostic algorithm along with targeted community outreach, said medical student Chris Duncan working with the organization Imaging the World. Imaging the World, a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing diagnostic imaging to underserved areas around the world, has multiple obstetrical imaging programs currently operating in Uganda and plans to expand both the obstetric imaging and ...

Tomosynthesis (3D mammography) is better able to show infiltrating ductal carcinoma than 2D mammography in women at increased risk of breast cancer, a new study shows. As part of the study, six breast imaging specialists reviewed both 2D and 3D mammography images of 56 cancers diagnosed in patients at intermediate or high risk of breast cancer. "We found that 41% (23/56 cancers) were better seen on tomosynthesis and 4% (2/56) were only seen on tomosynthesis," said Dr. Sarah O'Connell, a lead author of the study. Thirty percent of cancers (17/56) were better seen on ...

Dual energy CT is an effective way to evaluate emergency department patients with possible anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears, a new study shows. ACL tears are one of the most frequent ligamentous injuries of the knee; they are not commonly diagnosed in the emergency department because they are not seen on plain x-rays. Researchers at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN, imaged the knees of 27 patients using dual energy CT -- 16 of the patients had confirmed ACL tears, while 11 had no history of trauma, said Dr. Katrina Glazebook, a lead author of the study. The images were ...

MDCT is a better way to measure annular size in patients with aortic stenosis who are candidates for transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) than two dimensional echocardiography, a new study indicates. The study included 69 patients who underwent an MDCT scan as well as transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography before having a TAVI, said Dr. Vineeta Sethi, lead author of the study. TAVI is done to treat patients with severe aortic stenosis who are not surgical candidates. Aortic stenosis is a common disorder in the elderly. "Measurement of the aortic ...

Virginia law addresses accidents with uninsured or underinsured drivers Article provided by Curran & Whittington, PLLC Visit us at http://www.curranwhittington.com/ When you are the victim of a car accident, you are entitled to compensation for your injuries from the at fault driver. Usually, this mean that the at fault driver's insurer will pay for your damages. Under Virginia law, drivers are generally required to carry liability insurance; this type of coverage pays for injuries that the insured driver causes to others. Drivers must carry minimum liability ...

Rash of School Bus Crashes in New Jersey Brings Safety Into Question Article provided by Brenner & Levine, P.A. Visit us at http://www.bllawnj.com School buses generally provide a safe way to transport children to and from school. Although school bus accidents are rare, and injuries from those accidents occur less frequently than injuries from car accidents, parents throughout New Jersey are starting to second guess the safety of this mode of transportation. These questions began after the state appeared to be going through a rash of car accidents with over ...

Individuals must fight to obtain their SSDI benefits Article provided by Smolich & Smolich Visit us at http://www.smolichlaw.com/ Dealing with a disability is a reality for many people. When someone becomes disabled, the inability to work can make it impossible to provide for his or her family. In the event that an individual becomes disabled, that person may be eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance, or SSDI. However, sometimes those who are eligible and most deserving are denied the benefits they need. Given this unfortunately reality, it is imperative ...

Talking about finances at the end of life Article provided by Law Offices of Alice A. Salvo Visit us at http://www.salvolaw.com When someone is facing a terminal illness, the last thing that they and their family want to think about is money. They want to focus on spending time together and making lasting memories. Getting financial affairs in order, however, is an important part of the end of life process, especially because having money matters taken care of makes it easier for grieving family members. This may require uncomfortable conversations with family members ...

Reform may be coming amid public events celebrating U.S. naturalization Article provided by U.S. Law Center Visit us at http://www.uslawcenteronline.com The path to U.S. citizenship for immigrants has been in the public awareness lately. On President's Day this year, 19,000 people obtained U.S. citizenship alone in massive ceremonies across the country. According to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services official blog, more than 650,000 people are naturalized each year. Amid these events, the White House has continued to push for immigration reform. In ...

SEC allegations show savvy investors not insulated from victimization Article provided by Timothy J. Dennin, P.C. Visit us at http://www.denninlaw.com/ Investing inherently involves risk. Yet, while investors may not be protected from the natural ups and downs of the market, they should never have to lose money to illegal conduct by their brokers or advisors. Even savvy investors can lose money to broker misconduct. Those who abuse their positions and cause loss to investors can face legal action from investors who wish to recoup their losses, and may even be ...

Is quicker resolution possible with a collaborative Massachusetts divorce? Article provided by Mulvey & Sneider, LLP Visit us at http://www.msfpclaw.com/ When a relationship ends after many years, the process of untangling finances and addressing the needs of children is emotionally taxing. It can also be a lengthy process that can drag out for several years. In some cases, a collaborative law approach may speed the process and ensure that the parties end up with a workable agreement that does not require frequent trips back to court to modify. The collaborative ...

Alleged workforce safety violations in Kansas grain elevator Article provided by The Alvarez Law Firm Visit us at http://www.alvarezlawkc.com/ Kansas City residents may recall hearing about the Bartlett Grain elevator that exploded in Atchison, Kansas, in 2011 and killed six workers and seriously injuredtwo others. The Kansas City Star recently outlined the details of this horrific workplace accident. Kansas grain elevator explosions Grain elevator explosions are often caused by grain dust accumulation. Grain dust is highly explosive and can be ignited by ...

Researchers optimistic about new treatment for spinal cord injuries Article provided by Heath, Overbey & Verser, PLC Visit us at http://www.hovplc.com Doctors at the Miami Project to Cure Paralysis recently announced that they had performed their first human cell transplant aimed at treating a patient with a spinal cord injury. The transplant was the first of eight procedures scheduled after the federal clinical trial was approved late last year. The group already has already begun working with a second subject. The specific procedure performed involved the ...

Caffeine may help truckers be safer drivers Article provided by Heath, Overbey & Verser, PLC Visit us at http://www.hovplc.com Anyone who has ever taken a long road trip knows that caffeine is essential to keeping awake and alert while behind the wheel. This is certainly true for long-haul commercial truck drivers, who often spend hours at a time on the highway. According to a recent study published in the British Medical Journal, caffeine does more than keep truck drivers awake, it may even help them be safer drivers. Researchers in Australia examined the ...

Man killed after being struck by turning tractor trailer Article provided by Ellis Law Offices LLP Visit us at http://www.ellislawoffices.com A substantial number of tragic car accidents involve large commercial vehicles. According to nj.com, a homeless New Jersey man using a motorized wheelchair was recently struck and killed by a tractor trailer, showing how dangerous these accidents can be, even at relatively low speeds. Tractor trailer was trying to turn A local police officer said the truck was apparently attempting to make a right turn and struck the ...

The costs of divorce extend beyond court fees Article provided by The Law Offices of Irwin D. Tubman, LLC Visit us at http://www.middlesexlawfirm.com When people think about the costs of divorce, most focus on attorney's fees and court costs. What people don't realize is that the hidden costs of divorce can be far more expensive. Hidden costs of divorce commonly result from changes to income and taxes, alimony and child support payments and adjustments to other assets like retirement savings. When thinking about divorce, it is important to consider these hidden ...

Collaborative law: an innovative option for Utah divorce negotiation Article provided by Just Law, PLLC Visit us at http://www.justlawutah.com/ Many people face the divorce process with dread. Some are concerned about their attorneys' ability to negotiate on their behalves, or if they cannot settle the terms of their divorces by negotiation, the prospect of judges deciding such personal matters might sound even more unpredictable. In recent times, a new method of divorce negotiation has taken off in Utah as it has in many other states: collaborative law. The ...