TEMPE, Ariz. -- A breakthrough in nanolaser technology has been made by Arizona State University researchers. Electrically powered nano-scale lasers have been able to operate effectively only in cold temperatures. Researchers in the field have been striving to enable them to perform reliably at room temperature, a step that would pave the way for their use in a variety of practical applications. Details of how ASU researchers made that leap are published in a recent issue of the research journal Optics Express (Vol. 21, No. 4, 4728 2013). Read the full article at http://www.opticsinfobase.org/oe/abstract.cfm?URI=oe-21-4-4728 ...

This press release is available in French. Researchers at the University of Montreal's Institute for Research in Immunology and Cancer (IRIC) have discovered a new mechanism that allows some cells in our body to move together, in some ways like the tortoise formation used by Roman soldiers depicted in the Asterix series. Collective cell migration is an essential part of our body's growth and defense system, but it is also used by cancerous cells to disseminate efficiently in the body. "We have found a key mechanism that allows cells to coordinate their movement as a ...

Hearts Pest Management President, Gerry Weitz, provides his expertise in Ellen Byron's Wall Street Journal article Critter Counteroffiensive from the Personal Journal section published on February 27, 2013. Critter Counteroffensive focuses on "The tactics to take back the great room from stubborn, furry visitors.'" Gerry Weitz of Hearts Pest Management was one of six nationally recognized pest control companies and their owners to contribute to the article. The article addressed that rats, mice and larger wildlife are among the "furry visitors" that ...

The Dallas Lighthouse for the Blind today announced that it has appointed Sarah Elliott as director of philanthropy. Elliott will be responsible for building, developing and overseeing fundraising and communications efforts for the organization. "Sarah brings a wealth of experience in fundraising and development," said President and CEO Nancy Perkins. " We look forward to the great contribution she will make to our team as we continue to enhance opportunities for individuals with visual impairments in North Texas." Elliott has more than 13 years ...

Committed on giving you the highest quality of service and timber products - Classic Timber Flooring - provides superior timber floor sanding and polishing in the state. Over time, timber floor looses its natural shine and lustre. Thus it needs periodic sanding and polishing. And no one can do it better than Classic Timber Flooring that have years of experience in the industry. Classic Timber Flooring is Adelaide's floor sanding and polishing professionals who can achieve a smooth finish on your timber floors that is sure to impress. We can give your home or workplace ...

JTM Food Group, a Harrison, Ohio-based company specializing in great-tasting, fully cooked, healthier menu solutions, will introduce dozens of new products at the 2013 International Pizza Expo, March 19-21 in Las Vegas, NV. The JTM booth (#2156/2158) will highlight Italian offerings to be sampled by pizzeria and pizza concept owners from coast-to-coast as more than 7,000 industry professionals are expected to attend the show. "We are very excited to participate in this year's Expo," said Mr. Scott Bonta, Vice President, Sales and Marketing, JTM Food Group. ...

The Center for Safe Schools and Communities is a non-profit organization that provides training, conferences and materials to at risk students and their families. The Center has developed an evidence based social competence program called Peace 4 Kids. The program trains students in the 4 components of empathy, anger management, social skills and character education/ethics. The Center for Safe Schools and Communities is based in Broomfield Colorado. The Center for Safe Schools and Communities is sponsoring an International Conference featuring Evidenced Based Social ...

Timeshare exchange provider Dial An Exchange (DAE) announces excellent destinations to visit during the Spring Break holiday season and get out of the cold and get away from the recent bad weather across much of the U.S. Hawaii is always a perfect escape from the hectic pace of the continental 48, and the world-renowned theme parks of Orlando make for fantastic family vacations. One area to consider is the always sunny San Diego and its combination of coast and culture. Families looking to spend time together can take advantage of great options in the following locations: Orlando: Theme ...

Stacy Bender, acclaimed science-fiction/adventure writer, is stepping out of her comfort zone with Real Men Don't Wax, a contemporary romantic comedy. This fun novella underscores Bender's versatility and ability to entertain across the board as she weaves a lighthearted story about a man, a woman, and . . . a cat. Jamie and Alex live in the same building but both are busy leading their separate lives. Alex is overwhelmed trying to maintain the aging but quaint apartment building while Jamie's days are filled with her career, friends, and family. In steps Mephistopheles ...

Foreclosure Seminar for Investors will be held Thursday, March 14, 2013, from 6:00 - 7:00 pm at Keller Williams Realty NWLA, 708 N. Ashley Ridge Loop, Bldg. 200, off of Line Avenue behind Outback Steakhouse and Zocolos. You can register for this FREE Investor Seminar by calling or emailing Jeannette at (318) 347-4365, Jeannette.sibley@yahoo.com. Seating is limited. Leigh Smith and Lance Johnson, both Realtors with Keller Williams, will be co-hosts for the workshop and will be on hand to answer questions and assist with buyers. Carrie Spradling with NOLA Lending Group, ...

The leading online company that provides their clients with a range of the most innovative and advanced home theatre systems - Vision Living - has offered premiere installation service in Adelaide. "Vision Living is committed to bringing to our clients the most innovative and advanced systems available on the market. We are on a constant quest of finding solutions that are not only technologically dynamic but aesthetically beautiful and architecturally pleasing. This philosophy, along with expert staff, scrupulous high standards and years of experience is what ...

A best-selling author of animal books that explore the invisible connections between people and animals, has written A Dog Named Leaf: the Hero from Heaven Who Saved My Life (Lyons Press, 2012). Allen Anderson's memoir starts with the life-shattering news that he has two potentially fatal health issues - a brain aneurysm, which could rupture at any time, and a blood clot aimed at his heart. His present health dangers interweave with pulse-pounding memories of his past as an Atlanta inner city cop and the possible future he sees in dreams. Anderson and Leaf, his recently ...

Women's tackle football is here to stay -- "Gridiron Queendom" documentary puts the U.S. women's national tackle football team on the map. It is Women's History Month and the producers of "Gridiron Queendom" are determined to make sure the gold-medal winning U.S. women's national tackle football team is not forgotten AGAIN. The American public is quite familiar with the country's gold-medal soccer, hockey, softball, and gymnastics teams, yet despite the recent 40th anniversary of Title IX, there still exists one gold-medal women's team that has ...

On 11th March, the Joint Authorities Group (UK) [JAG (UK)] will commence a Memorandum of Understanding with GeoPlace LLP for GeoPlace to provide services to JAG (UK) members. JAG(UK) represents all 209 Street and Road Authorities in Street and Road Works matters relating to the New Roads and Street Works Act: 1991 and the relevant parts of the Traffic Management Act 2004. JAG (UK) is the mechanism through which Street and Road Authorities are represented on the Highway Authorities and Utilities Committee(UK) [HAUC(UK)] which in turn advises the Department for Transport ...

Have you ever dreamed of working in the world of health and Beauty but didn't know how or feel like you had the right qualifications. Well you can now! With Rodan + Fields Dermatologists you can partner with the doctors who created Proactiv, the leading acne treatment in the world. These very successful doctors and entrepreneurs now have a new company called Rodan+Fields Dermatologists and they have created multi-med therapies for aging, sun damaged, and sensitive skin, in addition to a new treatment for acne. These treatments combine over-the-counter medications with the ...

Tirgearr Publishing announces the debut novel, No Gentleman Is He, by Carley Bauer and Lynette Willows. This novel is unusual in that the authors have never met, both living in separate countries: Bauer in Delaware, America, and Willows in Alberta, Canada. Neither have met face to face, but have been collaborating on writing for five years, having met in an online writers group. Adding to the digital collaboration is that the publisher, Tirgearr Publishing, is based in Kildare, Ireland. All development--editing, cover art, and publication--has been completely carried ...

Whether you are going to the prom, a wedding, quinceañera or just want to look and feel great for less, ITS Academy of Beauty, 200 Southwest C Ave. in Lawton is offering a $35 Prom Package now through April 30. The package includes: haircut; shampoo and deep conditioner; style with plain manicure and pedicure; as well as a relaxing facial including make-up. For an additional $10 clients can add tip overlay for their manicure. "Few people will walk the red carpet at the Oscar's or Emmy's, but by taking advantage of our prom package our valued clients can have ...

Tax accountant Phillip Fry has premiered the new website http://www.IndependentContractorNews.com to report the latest independent contractor news articles, federal and state court decisions and rulings, and government agency rules and regulations. Whether a business associate or service provider is properly classified by the business and the government as an independent contractor or as an employee is a hotly-disputed matter that affects the income taxes, social security payroll taxes, a company's worker's compensation and unemployment insurance participation and ...

CapriClear, a gentle, all-natural, spray-on moisturizer for dry, sensitive skin, is now available for purchase nationwide at all 550 ULTA Beauty store locations. Formerly only available online, CapriClear Moisturizing Spray contains 100% fractionated coconut oil - a soothing, all-natural solution to moisturize dry, flaky and irritated skin. Dermatologist formulated and tested, CapriClear is hypoallergenic and fragrance free, ideal for those sensitive to ingredients commonly found in other products. CapriClear is a patented colorless, odorless, non-staining and quick-drying ...

Just when they thought things couldn't get any worse, business owners and managers are now seeing a significant depreciation in employee morale. Once again, it's the United States economic crisis that's to blame. With that said, while business leaders cannot control the impact the economy has on their employees' overall lives, the elite leaders are taking steps designed to boost confidence in their organization and inspire productivity. Michele Murphy, Owner of Extension Marketing, Inc., is certainly one of these leaders. "Low employee morale, regardless of its ...

Dr. Steven M. Moss goes by many titles: Diplomat of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and the National Dental Board of Anesthesiology; Fellow of the Dental Society of Anesthesiology, the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons and the New Jersey Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, member of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry... He is a distinguished lecturer and has co-authored papers in scientific journals as well as a chapter for an upcoming textbook on the All-on-4TM procedure. But behind these prestigious titles and ...

Train Aid Ltd has been presented with the task of ensuring that the London Lawn Turf Company meets its requirements in the field of Health & Safety. Train Aid will provide three yearly courses that will certify all employees in the fields of first aid and manual handling training, and will subsequently cover them against any damages / libels. The contract was awarded to this particular provider, owing to their capacity to deliver courses that have a strong practical relevance to the workplace. All employees will need to be trained every three years in order to keep ...

Forty-three of 44 providers interviewed by KLAS said they would buy tomosynthesis again despite the additional time it takes and the unpredictable reimbursement. This and other findings are available in the new KLAS report Breast Tomosynthesis 2013: The Business Case. Providers leveraging the tomosynthesis technology experience increased time and costs associated with image storage, yet providers told KLAS the benefits outweigh the costs, and they are reaping the benefits of this emerging technology. "This is a really exciting technology to watch evolve," ...

San Francisco Bay Area shoppers aiming to buy a new home in 2013 are finding an outstanding array of new choices at Mountain House in the East Bay. Four new neighborhoods are on the horizon, giving shoppers a total of 10 design lines to consider at this popular new town. Grand opening celebrations for the upcoming new model homes are scheduled this spring and summer. Situated in the villages of Questa and Altamont, new homes at Mountain House are attainably priced from about $320,000 to about $500,000. Floorplan sizes range from about 1300 to 3540 square feet, and feature ...

For printers and marketers alike, Spider Trainers has just published a new eBook, The Power of Print (in Marketing): Using print to bolster a multi-touch marketing campaign. Available as a free download, The Power of Print uses stats, facts, and best practices to dispel the myths that print is an under-performing vehicle and points to the successes documented by companies around the world. "Our leadership team has more than 60 years in the print industry and more than 40 years in marketing," said Cyndie Shaffstall, founder of Spider Trainers, "and there's ...