A revolutionary X-ray analytical technique that enables researchers at a glance to identify structural similarities and differences between multiple proteins under a variety of conditions has been developed by researchers with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)'s Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab). As a demonstration, the researchers used this technique to gain valuable new insight into a protein that is a prime target for cancer chemotherapy. "Proteins and other biological macromolecules are moving machines whose power is often derived from how their ...

A debilitating mental illness, schizophrenia can be difficult to diagnose. Because physiological evidence confirming the disease can only be gathered from the brain during an autopsy, mental health professionals have had to rely on a battery of psychological evaluations to diagnose their patients. Now, Dr. Noam Shomron and Prof. Ruth Navon of Tel Aviv University's Sackler Faculty of Medicine, together with PhD student Eyal Mor from Dr. Shomron's lab and Prof. Akira Sawa of Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland, have discovered a method for physical diagnosis ...

PITTSBURGH, April 29, 2013 – Pennsylvania residents living near unconventional natural gas developments using hydraulic fracturing, known by the slang term "fracking," attribute several dozen health concerns and stressors to the Marcellus Shale developments in their area, according to a long-term analysis by University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public Health researchers. Reported health impacts persist and increase over time, even after the initial drilling activity subsides, they noted. The study, which will be published in the May issue of the International Journal ...

Prototype mobile devices that can change shape on-demand will be unveiled today [Monday 29 April] and could lay down the foundation for creating high shape resolution devices of the future. The research paper, to be presented at one of the world's most important conferences on human-computer interfaces, will introduce the term 'shape resolution' and its ten features, to describe the resolution of an interactive device: in addition to display and touch resolution. The research, led by Dr Anne Roudaut and Professor Sriram Subramanian, from the University of Bristol's ...

As temperatures warm, plants release gases that help form clouds and cool the atmosphere, according to research from IIASA and the University of Helsinki. The new study, published in Nature Geoscience, identified a negative feedback loop in which higher temperatures lead to an increase in concentrations of natural aerosols that have a cooling effect on the atmosphere. "Plants, by reacting to changes in temperature, also moderate these changes," says IIASA and University of Helsinki researcher Pauli Paasonen, who led the study. Scientists had known that some aerosols ...

ORLANDO – Residents living in areas near natural gas operations, also known as hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, are concerned their illnesses may be a result of nearby drilling operations. Twenty-two percent of the participants in a small pilot study surmise that hydrofracking may be the cause of such health concerns as sinus problems, sleeping difficulties, and gastrointestinal problems. The findings will be presented at the American Occupational Health Conference on April 28 in Orlando, Florida. Scientists collected responses from 72 adults visiting a primary care ...

April 28, 2013, Shenzhen, China- The Joint International Turtle Genomes Consortium, led by investigators from RIKEN, BGI, and Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute, has completed the genome sequencing of soft-shell turtle (Pelodiscus sinensis) and green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas). These achievements shed new light on the origin of turtles and applied the classical evo-devo model to explain the developmental process of their unique body plan. The findings were published online in Nature Genetics. The evolution of turtles is an enigma in science. Their distinct body design-with ...

For the first time, researchers at Karolinska Institutet in Sweden have managed to obtain detailed images of the way in which the transport protein GLUT transports sugars into cells. Since tumours are highly dependent on the transportation of nutrients in order to be able to grow rapidly, the researchers are hoping that the study published in the scientific magazine Nature Structural & Molecular Biology will form the basis for new strategies to fight cancer cells. In order to be able to fuel their rapid growth, cancer tumours depend on transporter proteins to work at ...

Injection of human stem cells into mice with tumors slowed down tumor growth, finds research published in BioMed Central's open access journal Stem Cell Research & Therapy. Human mesenchymal stem cells (MSC), isolated from bone marrow, caused changes in blood vessels supplying the tumor, and it is this modification of blood supply which seems to impact tumor growth. The use of stem cells in treating cancer has been controversial, with some studies finding that stem cells force tumors to enter programmed cell death. However other studies find that stem cells actually promote ...

Being pregnant while young is known to protect a women against breast cancer. But why? Research in BioMed Central's open access journal Breast Cancer Research finds that Wnt/Notch signalling ratio is decreased in the breast tissue of mice which have given birth, compared to virgin mice of the same age. Early pregnancy is protective against breast cancer in humans and in rodents. In humans having a child before the age of 20 decreases risk of breast cancer by half. Using microarray analysis researchers from Basel discovered that genes involved in the immune system and ...

Scientists from ETH Zurich have shown for the first time that brown and white fat cells in a living organism can be converted from one cell type to the other. Their work, using mice as a model organism, provides important new insights into the origin of brown fat cells, which is a prerequisite for the development of successful anti-obesity therapies. Two types of fat cells can be found in mammals and hence in humans: White fat cells function mainly as highly flexible energy stores which are filled in times of calorie abundance. The fat is stored in the form of lipid droplets, ...

VIDEO: Plastic surgery for better arms in women is surging. New statistics released by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons show that arm lifts in women have skyrocketed a staggering... Click here for more information. ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill., April 29, 2013 – New statistics released by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) show that arm lifts in women have skyrocketed more than 4,000 percent in just over the last decade. It is a trend fueled, in part, by ...

At the end of a long day, it can be more convenient to order your groceries online while sitting on the living room couch instead of making a late-night run to the store. New research shows it's also much more environmentally friendly to leave the car parked and opt for groceries delivered to your doorstep. University of Washington engineers have found that using a grocery delivery service can cut carbon dioxide emissions by at least half when compared with individual household trips to the store. Trucks filled to capacity that deliver to customers clustered in neighborhoods ...

Accolade Global, a capital investment firm that develops investment products and works as a global media consolidator, has a unique project called Accolade University. Accolade University focuses on taking students who recently graduated from high school and putting them in corporate internship positions that will prepare them for the future. The firm's many other aspects are put into place to ensure success for the client. These aspects include a focus in the online media sector, with platforms in advertising, media and internet technology. There is also a philanthropic ...

The Healthy Living and Good Eating Expo announced today a full day of credentialed speakers, seven sponsors and more than 60 vendors for their Saturday May 4, 2013 event which will be held at 7601 Burnet Rd. from 10am - 8pm. The Austin Healthy Living and Good Eating Expo will feature Healthy and Natural Products, Services, Food, Snacks, and Activities. The Expo offer an educational and speaker series on numerous topics including; Diabetes, Healthy Living, exercise, the effect of sleep on health and other sessions from accredited speakers (see the seminar list here: ...

If there is one lesson that the Chicago flooding, Hurricane Katrina, Hurricane Sandy, the recent tornados in Georgia, as well as all other memorable natural disasters, it is that Mother Nature is unpredictable at best. There have been approximately 194 tornado reports in the United States in 2013 as of the writing of this article, and indicators point to a busy hurricane season this year as well. The professionals at designmyexterior.com are also gearing up for a busy year, and urge homeowners all across the country to not only have an emergency plan for families, but also ...

Mold experts Phillip and Divine Fry recommend that Arizona, California, and Nevada employers schedule annual or quarterly mold inspection and testing of office and workplace air conditioning equipment and ducts to prevent employee health problems and building-wide mold infestation. Businesses and residents of all three hot desert, high-mold states are heavily dependent upon the regular use of mold-facilitating air conditioning. Mold infestation of workplace and residential window air conditioners, central air conditioning systems, and split air conditioning systems ...

Literary author Johnny Lavish has published a short romantic e-book for Kindle, George and Melissa: The Adventure into the Unknown. It is a witty tale about a couple that makes a decision and faces the consequences of that that decision. The story is told from George's perspective and as a reader you will journey with him through his emotions. Also from reading the story from his perspective you realize that each decision has hidden consequences. It is a great book for anyone who enjoys a short story on Kindle.Literary Expert is a website promoting the current and future ...

Fantastic Kitchens By George has been named the exclusive Sarasota, Florida, dealer for Pennville Custom Cabinetry, a family owned company based in Portland, Indiana. The furniture-quality line offers all-wood construction, employing the same methods used to create fine European and American furniture for centuries. From Old World artistry and period pieces to sleek contemporary styles, Pennville offers any finish, any door style and any wood species. Its craftsmen make every door, turn every spindle, dovetail every drawer and hand-finish every cabinet from its state-of-the-art ...

Fresh Design Studio - known as the "nimble interactive design agency" - is celebrating its fourth anniversary with success in unique branding and not only memorable, but also marketable, communications for their happy clients. Located in the heart of Chicago, FDS is one of the city's most popular creative agencies as it brings innovative technology fused with advertising intelligence to the marketplace. Leading a team of creative technologists and a stellar group of talented designers Anson Wu, Creative Director for Fresh Design Studio said of the company, "Celebrating ...

Geek Girl, the preeminent hands-on computer technology educational training organization, today announced that Verizon Wireless will be the Main Sponsor for Geek Girl Cape Cod Tech Conference 2013 happening on May 11th at the Cape Cod Community College in Barnstable, MA. This will be the 5th Tech Conference Geek Girl has organized in its five year history on Cape Cod, with almost a dozen more tech conferences slated around the country in the next year. In addition to being the lead sponsor, the Verizon Foundation is bringing world renowned internet safety expert, Richard ...

Endeavor Media Group, a full-service Las Vegas public relations agency announced today that Andre' Haynes has joined the Veterans Internal Health Program as Public Relations Advisor. Under his direction the ADA (American Diabetes Association) has raised over $200,000.00 combined at "Step Out - Walk to Stop Diabetes" and "Tour de Cure" fundraisers. This appointment coincides with the Cultural Arts Training Foundation's recent announcement that it is launching the Veterans Internal Health Program . The Veterans Internal Health Program utilizes training ...

The Leaders & Innovators program was developed in 2005 by Lawrence Tech to recognize Michigan business executives who are engaged in cutting-edge professions and industries expected to be key to Michigan's economic future. The award was announced at a reception Thursday night at Lawrence Technological University, which co-sponsors the annual award, along with Grant Thornton LLP and WWJ Newsradio 950. Lawrence Tech president Virinder Moudgil congratulated Prabhu Patil and the honored as embodying the American spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship. The WWJ ...

ProServiceIT, a leading provider of comprehensive technology solutions, announced today that it has finalized an agreement with a national Accounting and CPA Association. Under the terms of this agreement, the two companies will work cooperatively on joint marketing ventures and lead generation initiatives. Member clients will receive onsite hardware maintenance offerings for both next day and 24X7 coverage options at substantially discounted rates. "We strive to provide our customers with solutions that dramatically reduce their costs and the complexity of ...

The Ignatian Solidarity Network (ISN) announced today that it will endorse the "Saint Francis Pledge" to Care for Creation and the Poor, led by the Catholic Coalition on Climate Change. ISN is one of several national organizations that have joined the effort to respond to an environmental call to action from the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops. On the announcement of the endorsement Christopher Kerr, ISN Executive Director, said, "The St. Francis Pledge provides a framework for the Ignatian Solidarity Network to further engage member institutions and ...