After witnessing a fight at an airport over a bag, veteran marketing professional Brenda Noah-Navarro had a Eureka moment! She conceived and developed a variety of colorful peel and stick fabric labels called BAGPATCH. The luggage labels help travelers distinguish their suitcase from afar minimizing luggage theft or mistaken identity. She was inspired after returning from a long trip and landing at the busy Miami International Airport. Like most passengers, after disembarking the plane Ms. Noah-Navarro headed to the baggage claim area and stood close to the carousel ...

As part of the new employment law changes coming into effect this summer, the government has announced a cap on the amount that can be paid out in unfair dismissal awards. The current maximum is GBP74,200, but employment relations minister Jo Swinson said a 12-month cap would provide "greater certainty about the maximum liability that can be paid in an unfair dismissal claim." She added, "we are committed to finding ways to support both businesses and employees when a working relationship breaks down." But Trade Unions have condemned the rules as ...

Michael Woods m_woods@acs.org 504-670-4707 (New Orleans Press Center, April 5-10) 202-872-6293 American Chemical Society Ready for debut: Fruit-juice-infused chocolate with 50 percent less fat NEW ORLEANS, April 7, 2013 — Already renowned as a healthy treat when enjoyed in moderation, chocolate could become even more salubrious if manufacturers embraced new technology for making "fruit-juice-infused chocolate," a scientist said here today. The presentation was part of the 245th National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society, the world's largest ...

Michael Woods m_woods@acs.org 504-670-4707 (New Orleans Press Center, April 5-10) 202-872-6293 American Chemical Society First tests of old patent medicine remedies from a museum collection NEW ORLEANS, April 7, 2013 — What was in Dr. F. G. Johnson's French Female Pills and other scientifically untested elixirs, nostrums and other quack cures that were the only medicines available to sick people during the 18th, 19th and early 20th centuries? Scientists provided a glimpse today based on an analysis of a museum collection of patent medicines used in turn-of-the-century ...

Contact: Michael Bernstein m_bernstein@acs.org 504-670-4707 (New Orleans Press Center, April 5-10) 202-872-6042 Contact: Michael Woods m_woods@acs.org 504-670-4707 (New Orleans Press Center, April 5-10) 202-872-6293 American Chemical Society American Chemical Society announces first Presidential Climate Science Challenge Grants NEW ORLEANS, April 7, 2013 — The American Chemical Society (ACS) today announced awarding the first grants in a new initiative intended to increase understanding of the science underpinning global climate change among thousands ...

PHILADELPHIA – The need to distinguish between normal cells and tumor cells is a feature that has been long sought for most types of cancer drugs. Tumor antigens, unique proteins on the surface of a tumor, are potential targets for a normal immune response against cancer. Identifying which antigens a patient's tumor cells express is the cornerstone of designing cancer therapy for that individual. But some of these tumor antigens are also expressed on normal cells, inching personalized therapy back to the original problem. T cells made to express a protein called CAR, ...

WASHINGTON -- A new antibody-guided drug has shown promising activity in a phase I trial involving ovarian cancer patients with platinum drug-resistant disease, researchers from Dana-Farber Cancer Institute will report today at the annual meeting of the American Association for Cancer Research. The findings (abstract LB-290) will be discussed at a press conference on Saturday, April 06, 2013, 1:00 p.m., ET, in Room 153, in the Washington Convention Center and later at an oral presentation on Tuesday, April 09, 2013, 4:00 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. in room 146, in the Washington ...

WASHINGTON-- A new blood test revealed more of the gene mutations that sustain certain digestive-tract tumors than did a DNA analysis of a traditional tumor biopsy, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute investigators will report at a special symposium of the American Association for Cancer Research annual meeting in Washington, April 6-10. The findings (Abstract LB-295) will be released at a press conference on Saturday, April 6, 3:00 p.m. ET, and later at an oral presentation on Tuesday, April 9, 3:35 – 3:50 p.m., ET, in Salon A-B, East Hall, in the Washington Convention Center. The ...

WASHINGTON, D.C. — As many as three quarters of advanced ovarian cancer patients appeared to respond to a new two-step immunotherapy approach -- including one patient who achieved complete remission -- according research from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania that will be presented today in a press conference at the AACR Annual Meeting 2013 (Presentation #LB-335). The immunotherapy has two steps – a personalized dendritic cell vaccination and adoptive T-cell therapy. The team reports that in the study of 31 patients, vaccination therapy ...

Michael Woods m_woods@acs.org 504-670-4707 (New Orleans Press Center, April 5-10) 202-872-6293 American Chemical Society Energy and food are the focus of the American Chemical Society meeting in 'the Big Easy' NEW ORLEANS, April 7, 2013 — Renowned for its cuisine and chefs and as a global hub of the energy industry, New Orleans this week hosts what news media have described as the "World Series of Science," one of the year's largest and most important scientific conferences. The meeting, which begins today and continues through Thursday, happens to have the ...

When he decided to go to law school, Sean Smallwood knew that it was for reasons that were far more important than just to try to make money. In college he was already offering his free time to organizations like the American Cancer Society, American Legion, and The Haitian Education Project just to mane a few. His must notable volunteer activity, however, came when he got a call from the director of education for Lancaster Correctional Institution, a Florida youthful prison, asking if he wanted to be the key note speaker at the next high school graduation. To some ...

A new phase release of seven homes will be offered for sale on Saturday, April 6 at 11:30 a.m. at Pardee Homes' Sorrento Terrace, a stylish collection of condominiums located above Sorrento Valley. Priced from the high $300,000s, Sorrento Terrace features seven one- and two story floor plans. Sorrento Terrace fulfills a need in the Sorrento Valley area for new homes with a selection of floor plans that are versatile as well as energy-efficient. Charming Spanish and Craftsman architectural styles accent the seven- and ten-plex buildings. Floor plans have up to three bedrooms, ...

Communities across the country observe National Public Health Week (NPHW) this week. On April 5, 2013, the focus was on 'Empowering a Healthy Community'- the future of health lies in the hands of those packed with the resources, and opportunities to make lasting change. This year's NPHW theme—"Public Health is ROI: Save Lives, Save Money"—promotes the value of prevention and the importance of well-supported public health systems in preventing disease, saving lives and curbing health care spending. The chiropractic profession as a whole has promoted aspects ...

SMT (SportsMEDIA Technology) (http://www.smt.com/) has announced the launch of (n+1)designstudio, a full-service creative firm that specializes in serving television broadcasters and related organizations in industries such as sports and entertainment. (n+1)designstudio represents a comprehensive design solution that exceeds clients' creative and technology needs. As a subsidiary of SMT, (n+1)designstudio seamlessly integrates its design work into TV broadcast graphics packages for SMT and other clients. (n+1)designstudio will utilize SMT's expertise when fulfilling ...

Artists from all over the U.S. will fill the historic downtown streets of Alpharetta on April 13 and 14 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. to show off their masterpieces at Alpharetta's annual Arts Streetfest. Admission and parking are free to the public. The streets will be closed off so festival-lovers and art enthusiasts can enjoy two full days of strolling through outdoor galleries filled with fine paintings, mixed media, photography, pottery and jewelry and textile, glass, wood, metal and paper art. This colorful festival also features live jazz and acoustical music, cultural ...

Today Comwave launched a new version of ePhone for iOS devices (iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad) which is part of a string of Comwave Apps intended to take a bite of Skype's market share. ePhone is different though, because the App includes a built-in telephone number that users can choose, allowing them to receive incoming calls from any telephone around the world. Having a Toronto or New York phone number on your Smartphone is a powerful tool, especially when you travel and want to get around those costly roaming fees. Said Yuval Barzakay, President. ePhone also comes with ...

EYP/BJAC (http://www.bjac.com), an expertise-based, integrated architecture firm specializing in academic, medical, research and government clients, has announced that it was selected to provide design services for the University of North Carolina Family Medicine Center (UNC FMC) feasibility study. The firm will conduct a feasibility study on an existing full-scope facility seeking to develop a more accessible model for patient care, improve the way patient care is delivered, and streamline both operational and financial processes. The existing medical facility was built ...

The Kelly Hager Group, 16650 Chesterfield Grove, Suite 200, has just announced its 4th quarter and end of year listing and sales figures, boasting numbers five times higher than many other realtors in the St. Louis and St. Charles areas. These statistics show signs of an improving St. Louis real estate market and if keeping with the trend, project a successful 2013. Statistically, in the month of October The Kelly Hager Group closed 513 percent more contracts compared to other realtor groups at 20 percent. The Kelly Hager Group sellers also see an average of 3.7 percent ...

In the coming weeks, E.B. Tool Company, the manufacturer of the Kwick Gripper nail removal tool, will be publishing a series of blog posts on sustainable building. The series will highlight ways to salvage and reuse old wood for future woodworking projects. One way to promote the idea of sustainable building is to encourage recycling old wood. Vintage wood has aesthetic value and is highly sought by professional woodworkers as well as do-it-yourselfers. Getting old wood into proper condition for new projects can be a difficult task, however. Removing nails is one particular ...

German natives Jan and Karin Heitmann have joined RE/MAX Alliance Group in the Venice office. After vacationing in Florida for many years, they moved to the Venice area 13 years ago. Both have extensive sales and customer service experience, and hold the Short Sales and Foreclosure (SFR) designation. Jan Heitmann, a Broker-Associate with five years of real estate experience, has a background in pharmaceutical/clinic sales. He traveled throughout the European Union for 15 years as a representative for GlaxoSmithKline. He has also worked as a resort manager on Siesta ...

Recent years have seen a marked increase of activity in the fantasy genre. What was once relegated to the realm of 'geekdom' has now entered the mainstream in force. This is owed in great part to the success of the Lord of the Rings franchise, which has turned fan appreciation into tourism, making New Zealand a mecca for would-be travelers to Middle Earth. The Disney team, masters of turning fantasy into real life, have kept apace of the times with a Harry Potter ride and plans for Angelina Jolie to star as the mega evil witch Maleficent in a live-action film. Even ...

In 2006 Dr. Francis X. Murphy, chief practitioner of Whole Health Partners in Dallas, made a phenomenal discovery which isolated the cause of Frozen Shoulder Syndrome (FSS) as a neurological disorder. Since his discovery, Dr. Murphy has been researching and developing a complete curriculum on the resolution of the true cause of FSS, dubbed the OTZ Tension Adjustment. He currently travels around the world teaching other chiropractic doctors the OTZ method for the treatment of FSS, and has personally resolved over 1000 cases of FSS using the technique. Dr. Murphy's FSS ...

The world can certainly use more love and less hate. To spread this message across the globe, the Tasteless Candy Clothing Co. recently launched its More Love, Less Hate movement with the introduction of a new line of sweatshirts featuring the More Love, Less Hate logo. The company also introduced new model Ashley Smith , who is joining Nicole Griffin as the faces of the Tasteless Candy Clothing Co. The Tasteless Candy Clothing Co. has carved out a niche in the fashion industry with its phenomenally successful line of female-empowering clothing. Owner Krystal Corliss, ...

Blue Robin, Inc. is celebrating its first decade in business. Founded by Earl H.Gray IV and Hadi Shavarini Blue Robin operates virtually and has grown to employ eight people. Blue Robin services in excess of 250 customers nation-wide, in addition to several international clients. "Given that we're celebrating a decade in business, one third of which has been during one of the worst economic times since the great depression, is a phenomenal accomplishment in and of itself." says Hadi Shavarini, CEO of Blue Robin. "Ten years in and we still operate with ...

Hollister Creative (www.hollistercreative.com) President Kim Landry, who has led her Philadelphia-area marketing communications firm to 50 national and international awards in the last five years, will be honored at the "Decades of Excellence" awards gala hosted by the National Women Business Owners Corporation (NWBOC) on May 10 in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. Landry will be inducted into the "Decades of Excellence" Hall of Fame in honor of her 10 years of certification as a Women's Business Enterprise (WBE). For Landry, the honor is both welcome ...