VIDEO: The TRMM satellite flew above Haruna on Feb. 20 at 0717 UTC. Some powerful storms Haruna's northern edge showed rainfall over 108 mm (~4.25 inches) per hour and cloud tops... Click here for more information. Cyclone Haruna strengthened into a cyclone and quickly developed an eye that became apparent on visible and infrared imagery from NASA's Aqua satellite. NASA's TRMM satellite analyzed Haruna's heavy rainfall, and NASA and NOAA's Suomi NPP satellite captured a ...

AUDIO: This is an example of a trill song type that tells listeners how big the singer is. Their larger physical size means that bigger male purple-crowned fairy-wrens can sing this... Click here for more information. A male fairy-wren's low pitch song indicates body size, a new international study has shown. The study led by University of Melbourne researcher Dr Michelle Hall, is the first to show that the larger the male fairy wren, the lower the pitch of his song. "This ...

INDIANAPOLIS -- A study combining genetic data with brain imaging, designed to identify genes associated with the amyloid plaque deposits found in Alzheimer's disease patients, has not only identified the APOE gene -- long associated with development of Alzheimer's -- but has uncovered an association with a second gene, called BCHE. A national research team, led by scientists at the Indiana University School of Medicine, reported the results of the study in an article in Molecular Psychiatry posted online Tuesday. The study is believed to be the first genome-wide association ...

Researchers from The University of Texas at Arlington are pioneering a new method for using carbon dioxide, or CO2, to make liquid methanol fuel by using copper oxide nanowires and sunlight. The process is safer, simpler and less expensive than previous methods to convert the greenhouse gas associated with climate change to a useful product, said Krishnan Rajeshwar, interim associate vice president for research at UT Arlington and one of the authors of a paper recently published in the journal Chemical Communications. Researchers began by coating the walls of copper oxide, ...

Gravity remains the dominant force on large astronomical scales, but when it comes to stars in young star clusters the dynamics in these crowded environments cannot be simply explained by the pull of gravity. After analyzing Hubble Space Telescope images of star cluster NGC 1818 in the Large Magellanic Cloud, a satellite galaxy of the Milky Way, researchers at the Kavli Institute for Astronomy and Astrophysics (KIAA) at Peking University in Beijing found more binary star systems toward the periphery of cluster than in the center – the opposite of what they expected. The ...

(SACRAMENTO, Calif.) — Gun violence in the United States can be substantially reduced if Congress expands requirements for background checks on retail gun sales to cover firearm transfers between private parties, a new report by the director of the UC Davis Violence Prevention Research Program concludes. The report "Background Checks for Firearm Transfers" by Garen Wintemute, who also serves as a professor of emergency medicine, notes that 40 percent of U.S. gun transactions occur between unlicensed private parties, such as people buying and selling at gun shows. That ...

BOSTON (Wednesday, February 20, 2013)- Workplace-based programs that include dietary advice coupled with behavioral counseling appear to be a promising approach for men and women with significant weight loss goals, based on the results of a pilot study conducted by researchers at the Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging (HNRCA) at Tufts University. Employees enrolled in the intervention arm of a randomized controlled trial lost on average, 18 pounds over a six-month period compared to a two pound weight gain in a control group. The study results ...

COLUMBIA, Mo. – After retirement, pensions provide consistent income to aging individuals. Although the details of pension eligibility and implementation vary by country, receiving pensions can represent a new life stage for individuals. Now, a University of Missouri researcher has studied how older men and women view their health before and after receiving fixed incomes. South African men and women in the study viewed their health more positively when they began receiving their pensions, but the heightened sense of well-being faded over time. "We looked at individuals' ...

Fetal alcohol syndrome is the leading preventable cause of developmental disorders in developed countries. And fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD), a range of alcohol-related birth defects that includes fetal alcohol syndrome, is thought to affect as many as 1 in 100 children born in the United States. Any amount of alcohol consumed by the mother during pregnancy poses a risk of FASD, a condition that can include the distinct pattern of facial features and growth retardation associated with fetal alcohol syndrome as well as intellectual disabilities, speech and language ...

SAN DIEGO, February 20, 2013 – As part of an ongoing effort to improve commercial scale algae biofuel production, a group of scientists, led by crude oil producer Sapphire Energy, Inc., today announced the completion of a collaborative study which identified the morphology, ultrastructure, and life history of A. protococcarum, one of the most difficult to manage algae parasites. Their findings are detailed in "Characterization of Amoeboaphelidium protococcarum: An Algal Parasite New to the Cryptomycota Isolated from an Outdoor Algal Pond Used for the Production of Biofuel," ...

A study by Queen's University Belfast has found that the dispensing of psychotropic drugs to older people in Northern Ireland increases on entry to care homes. According to the study, due to be published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, antipsychotic drug dispensing in older people more than doubled from 8.2 per cent before entry to care homes to 18.6 per cent after entering care. The study was carried out by researchers from Queen's Centre for Public Health in the School of Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences. It analysed prescribing data for ...

Distractions lead to greater risk of surgical errors in operating room Article provided by Julien & Schlesinger, P.C. Visit us at http://www.julienandschlesinger.com We have all seen the scenarios played out in dramatic fashion on television and in movies -- a doctor performing a complicated surgery suddenly must respond to another emergency involving a different, equally high-risk patient. Although we may assume that these situations are created solely for the entertainment of the viewing public and bear little resemblance to a typical operating room, the premise ...

Target Zero teams focus on potential DUI suspects Article provided by The Law Offices of Smith and White, PLLC Visit us at http://www.duilawyertacomawa.com/ Washington drivers know drinking and driving is a serious issue. A DUI charge comes with devastating consequences, including substantial fines, license suspension and potential jail time. Target Zero teams deployed during busy weekends A majority of statewide traffic accidents occur because of impaired driving according to authorities in the state, which what prompted the creation of Target Zero. However, ...

What are your rights when dealing with the police? Article provided by Orent Law Offices, PLC Visit us at http://www.orentlaw.com/ Did you know: whether or not you actually broke the law, law enforcement agents can arrest you if they have probable cause to believe you committed a crime? that unless they arrest you in your home, they do not need an arrest warrant to take you into custody? whether you are guilty or innocent, there are a few things you should do to avoid making things worse? Protect your rightsandcooperate with law enforcement -If you ...

Workplace discrimination is the issue in a Supreme Court case Article provided by Clark & Krevsky LLC Visit us at http://www.clark-krevskylaw.com Workers who may be subjected to racial or sexual harassment on the job will want to pay attention to the Supreme Court's upcoming ruling on an employment discrimination case. The Court is expected to issue its decision early in 2013 in the case, which involves a banquet and catering worker at Ball State University. Worker's discrimination claim was dismissed The female African-American worker was employed by ...

The police are out for blood Article provided by Law Offices of Charles L. Morgan, Jr. Visit us at http://www.criminal-defender.com/ The U.S. Supreme Court is presently considering whether police officers must always obtain a search warrant before sticking a needle in a person to collect their blood in Driving Under the Influence cases. In Missouri v. McNeely, the High Court must balance constitutional protections against unreasonable searches and seizures with the practical reality that alcohol dissipates in blood samples and quickly and completely disappears. The ...

Snow tubing accident highlights dangers of winter sports Article provided by Ivey Barnum & O'Mara, LLC Visit us at http://www.ibopersonalinjurylawyers.com Winter activities, such as snow tubing, can be a lot of fun for children and adults alike, but they can also be extremely dangerous when safety precautions are not taken. One particular accident in early 2013 that illustrates the dangers of snow tubing occurred when five people at a Connecticut ski resort were seriously injured in a tubing accident. The accident victims, ranging in age from 19 to 35, were ...

Family Medical Leave Act: What you need to know Article provided by Kennard Law P.C. Visit us at http://www.kennardlawelpaso.com/ The Family Medical Leave Act, or FMLA, is a federal law that requires certain employers to provide certain employees with time off in particular situations. While some may be inclined to view the FMLA as a free pass for employees to take a leave whenever they wish and be guaranteed a job when they return, it should be noted that there are a number of fairly stringent requirements associated with the law, all of which must be met in order ...

NIH says traumatic brain injuries a "major public health problem" Article provided by Binder & Associates Visit us at http://www.binderassociates.com/ According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), traumatic brain injuries are a major public health concern. Unlike many health problems, traumatic brain injuries, or TBIs, most commonly impact young and otherwise healthy adults. These injuries are gaining attention in the media, particularly those occurring within the National Football League. One example from the NFL is the story of Junior Seau, ...

Social Security Administration expands fast-track disability list Article provided by The Law Office of Sheryl Gandel Mazur Visit us at http://www.mazurdisabilitylaw.com The Social Security Administration recently added 35 medical conditions to its list of Compassionate Allowances, bringing the total to 200. The Compassionate Allowances initiative provides fast-track processing of disability claims for people with certain serious medical conditions, often allowing applicants to receive an eligibility determination within days or weeks. Other applicants routinely ...

Grandparent visitation rights in Texas Article provided by Webb Family Law Firm Visit us at http://www.webbfamilylaw.com/ It is an exciting time when someone receives the news that he or she is about to become a grandparent. The joy that a grandchild brings can make many people feel young again. Grandparents play a major role in the child's life, from simply spending time together to providing care when are parents are unable to do so. Most parents rely upon the advice and experience that the grandparents offer, and know that they can go to them for advice when ...

International Greenhouse Company donated a complete greenhouse to Northeast Magnet Elementary School in Danville, Illinois and assisted in constructing the 18' by 24' greenhouse on the school's premises. The donation was inspired by the school's award-winning efforts and focus on health and wellness education. The greenhouse serves as a source of knowledge and motivation to all the students and has been used to aid in teaching across multiple curricula. As a leader in greenhouses, greenhouse equipment, and garden accessories, Greenhouse Megastore (http://www.greenhousemegastore.com) ...

Government Auction's Sunday, Feb. 24, 2013 auction is brimming with top-quality, name-brand luxury goods, which will be offered to bidders online only through LiveAuctioneers.com. A large collection of gold coins, coveted designer handbags, fine jewelry and antiques headline the event. As a special incentive, bidding on most lots will open at only $2. Valentine's Day may have come and gone, but what woman could resist the spectacular 14K gold 22.30 ct raspberry-red ruby and diamond ring that leads the fine jewelry section? The center stone - a large 21.56 ct oval-shape ...

GastroIntestinal Healthcare is proud to announce its recent designation by Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina as a Tier 1 network provider among gastroenterology practices. BCBSNC's new Tiered Network product was created to offer consumers the opportunity to maximize benefits and coverage at preferred PPO (preferred provider organization) facilities and providers that meet specified product quality and cost criteria. BCBSNC analyzed and tiered five provider specialties to align with the overall benefit design of the new tiered network product: gastroenterology, ...

Paul Marciano has found his next iconic blonde "Guess Girl." Being labelled as the next Brigitte Bardot of our generation, Ashley Diana has the stunning good looks of Anna Nicole Smith and the poise of Claudia Schiffer. After Guess's 30th anniversary celebration, it is truly exciting to have an undiscovered fresh face as the new Guess girl of 2013. Ashley Diana Morris is going to be a face that the world will be seeing much more of, and like many of the iconic models of our time, she is starting under the experienced, sharp eye of Paul Marciano and Guess. "This ...