Amsterdam, NL, October 16, 2012 – Little is known about oculomotor function in amblyopia, or "lazy eye," despite the special role of eye movements in vision. A group of scientists has discovered that abnormal visual processing and circuitry in the brain have an impact on fixational saccades (FSs), involuntary eye movements that occur during fixation and are important for the maintenance of vision. The results, which raise the question of whether the alterations in FS are the cause or the effect of amblyopia and have implications for amblyopia treatment, are available ...

PULLMAN, Wash.— Washington State University researchers have found that viruses will join forces to overcome a plant's defenses and cause more severe infections. "These findings have important implications in our ability to control these viruses", says Hanu Pappu, Sam Smith Distinguished Professor of Plant Virology and chair of WSU's Department of Plant Pathology. "Mixed infections are quite common in the field and now we know that viruses in these mixed infections are helping each other at the genetic level to overcome host defenses and possibly lead to the generation ...

Though not often considered beyond the plasma television, small-scale microplasmas have great utility in a wide variety of applications. Recently, new developments have begun to capitalize on how these microplasmas interact with liquids in applications ranging from killing bacteria for sterilizing a surface to rapidly synthesizing nanoparticles. An interdisciplinary collaboration between researchers at Case Western Reserve University and the University of Notre Dame has revealed a critical interaction that is occurring at this plasma-liquid interface in that the electrons ...

No matter which way you look at it, rejection hurts. Experiencing rejection from a boss, a friend, or a partner is difficult enough for many adults to handle. But adolescents, who are dealing with the one-two punch of biological and social change, may be the most vulnerable to its negative effects. In a new study published in Clinical Psychological Science, a journal of the Association for Psychological Science, researcher Michael Murphy and colleagues examine the human immune response as a potential link between social stressors like rejection and later mental and physical ...

Cambridge, Mass. - October 16, 2012 - Atmospheric chemists at the Harvard School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) have found that when it comes to secondary organic material in the atmosphere, there are two distinct breeds: liquids and jellies. Secondary organic materials (SOM) are airborne particles that have begun to react with gases in the atmosphere. In the last 20 years' research and climate modeling, these SOM particles have been assumed to drift as liquids. In a liquid phase, the organic materials would absorb other compounds like ammonia or ozone very ...

The song "How do you solve a problem like Maria?" from the famous film "The Sound of Music" comes to mind when looking at NASA satellite imagery of Tropical Storm Maria churning in the western North Pacific Ocean. The answer lies in increased wind shear and cool ocean temperatures – two factors that can weaken the storm, but won't be present over the next day or two. NASA's Aqua satellite passed over Tropical Storm Maria on Oct. 16 at 0355 UTC, 12:55 p.m. local time Tokyo/Japan (Oct. 15 at 11:55 p.m. EDT) and the Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer (MODIS) instrument ...

NASA's Aqua satellite captured a stunning image of Hurricane Paul in the eastern Pacific Ocean that revealed Mexico's Socorro Island was just outside of Paul's eye. Now, Paul is expected to track along the Baja California coast, triggering more warnings. Hurricane Paul is stirring up rough seas in the eastern Pacific Ocean and warnings are posted along Baja California. A hurricane warning is in effect for the west coast of Baja California from Santa Fe northward to Punta Abreojos. A tropical storm warning is in effect for the west coast of Baja California north of Punta ...

Hurricane Rafael is a large hurricane and Bermuda has battened down for Rafael's battering today, Oct. 16. NOAA's GOES-14 satellite revealed Rafael's large span that covers several hundred miles and dwarfs Bermuda. NOAA's GOES-14 satellite captured a visible image of Tropical Storm Rafael in the Atlantic on Oct. 16 at 7:45 a.m. EDT. The image shows the extent of Hurricane Rafael, which is over 410 miles in diameter. That's longer than the distance between Boston and Washington, D.C. The visible image also showed a thick row of clouds northwest of Rafael. Those clouds ...

VIDEO: Dr. O'Shea discusses her research. Click here for more information. LA JOLLA, CA---- Cold viruses generally get a bad rap----which they've certainly earned----but new findings by a team of scientists at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies suggest that these viruses might also be a valuable ally in the fight against cancer. Adenovirus, a type of cold virus, has developed molecular tools----proteins----that allow it to hijack a cell's molecular machinery, including ...

Satellite imagery from NASA's TRMM satellite showed that wind shear is pushing the bulk of rainfall away from the center of Tropical Storm Anais. When NASA's Tropical Rainfall Measuring Mission (TRMM) satellite passed over Tropical Storm Anais on Oct. 16 at 0654 UTC (2:54 a.m. EDT), light to moderate rainfall was occurring southeast of the center and falling at a rate between .78 to 1.57 inches/20 to 40 mm per hour. The displacement of rainfall from around the storm's center to the southeast indicates moderate to strong northwesterly wind shear.There no areas of heavy ...

Tropical Storm Prapiroon is still meandering in the western north Pacific Ocean, and NASA's TRMM satellite noticed that dry air and wind shear are adversely affecting rainfall north of the storm's center. NASA's Tropical Rainfall Measuring Mission (TRMM) satellite flew above Prapiroon when it was a typhoon on Oct. 15, 2012 at 0632 UTC (2:32 a.m. EDT). Prapiroon's sustained wind speeds had dropped to 70 knots (~81 mph) with a large and ragged eye being its dominant feature. TRMM's Microwave Imager (TMI) data indicated that the most intense rain bands south of Prapiroon's ...

NASA's Operation IceBridge got the 2012 Antarctic campaign off to a productive start with a land ice survey of Thwaites Glacier and a sea ice flight over parts of the Bellingshausen Sea. During the first few weeks of a campaign, IceBridge typically concentrates on sea ice before it begins to melt as spring temperatures rise, but as often happens in the field, the weather had other ideas. On Oct. 12, the IceBridge team met with meteorologists at the Punta Arenas airport to discuss weather conditions and make a final decision on where to fly. "The forecast for all sea ...

Ice-sheet retreat can halt temporarily during long phases of climate warming, according to scientists. A UK team led by Durham University has found that the geometry of channels beneath the ice can be a strong control on ice behaviour, temporarily hiding the signals of retreat. The findings, which provide the first simulation of past ice-sheet retreat and collapse over a ten thousand year period in Antarctica, shed new light on what makes ice stable or unstable and will help refine predictions of future ice extent and global sea-level rise, the researchers say. The ...

An inexpensive, five-minute eye scan can accurately assess the amount of brain damage in people with the debilitating autoimmune disorder multiple sclerosis (MS), and offer clues about how quickly the disease is progressing, according to results of two Johns Hopkins studies. "The eye is the window into the brain and by measuring how healthy the eye is, we can determine how healthy the rest of the brain is," says Peter A. Calabresi, M.D., a professor of neurology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, and leader of the studies described in recent issues of ...

Amelie Swimwear, an eco-conscious swim wear line that uses OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified fabric, limiting the use of certain harmful chemicals, will sashay down the runway, during L.A. Fashion Weekend @ Sunset Gower Studios, October 19-21, 2012 The sixteen piece collection, created by designer Andrea Abaunza, draws from her native Colombia's diverse ecosystems, landscapes, historic and archeological sites, its people and their cultures. Her prints were inspired by such natural wonders as the Rainbow Ameiva whose ombre skin is reflected in the line, and the 14,000 butterfly ...

Graphite Design, maker of some of the most widely played premium golf shafts on the PGA TOUR, announced today that the winner of the PGA Tour Frys.com Open played Graphite Design Tour AD DI shafts in his three-wood and hybrid. "We congratulate the winner on his first PGA Tour victory," said Tak Yamada, President, Graphite Design. "He played consistently well and was one of four players with all four rounds in the 60s this week. We appreciate the fact that he has opted to play Graphite Design Tour AD shafts and we wish him continued success on the PGA ...

TechFetch, a leading company in connecting IT job candidates with companies, will be holding its first job fair in Roanoke, Virginia on October 17, 2012 at the Roanoke Civic Center from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM in co-sponsorship with the RBTC. With a booming technology sector in the Roanoke-Blacksburg area, TechFetch has teamed up with the RBTC (the Roanoke-Blacksburg Technology Council) to bring together companies and job seekers alike under one purpose: connecting top talent with great employers. The main highlight of the fair will include giving dedicated and talented ...

"We're thrilled about our new partnership with Marianne," said Jeremy Tucker, Partner and Managing Director at DogEar. "As a business, you're always looking to find great people to start and build relationships with. We're happy we've connected with Marianne and look forward to providing her with some really great work." Founded in 2010, DogEar has helped businesses and organizations in the Detroit area to brand, build, market and communicate with their audiences and customers in a meaningful and creative way. Marianne Balton is a Psychiatric ...

Prestigious Models is extremely excited to celebrate their 10 year anniversary party this coming Friday, October 19th from 8pm - 11pm at Image Powerhouse Studio. Enjoy complimentary drinks from our wonderful sponsor, Remy Martin, special guests performances and appearances by several of our own Prestigious Models. Remember to register to this VIP INVITE only event at http://www.PrestigiousAgency.com to confirm your attendance. If you have already registered, the event starts promptly at 8pm. Dress to impress for photos and videos, as the event will be recorded and you ...

MassMedia Healthcare Marketing, a division of MassMedia Corporate Communications, announced today the firm's leading marketing and public relations experts will serve as presenters during the Nevada Medical Group Management Association's (MGMA) November breakfast in Las Vegas. The presentation will provide health care professionals with sound crisis strategies, in addition to in-depth case studies and examples of crisis situations facing health care organizations across the nation. Hosted at 7:30 a.m. Nov. 8 at the San Martin Campus of St. Rose Dominican Hospitals, 8280 ...

**The public is invited to a Bayside's Fall Art Exhibit where they will have an opportunity to meet & greet with the artist, Larissa Morais. Free Reception Date: Saturday, October 20th, 20112 Time: 3-5pm Address: 900 Bayside Dr. Newport Beach, CA 92660 RSVP: 949.721.1222 -- Artist LARISSA MORAIS was born and raised in Moscow is a graduate of the Moscow Theatrical Arts Institute and attended the Graduate School of Restoration and Conservation. Her brush creates a realistic impression as if it could not possibly be anything but a photograph. Her favorite subject ...

Cory A. Booker, Mayor of the City of Newark, New Jersey's largest city, will deliver the keynote address at the 27th Annual Kids In Distressed Situations (K.I.D.S.) Gala, held at Cipriani 42nd St. on Thursday, December 6, 2012. The celebration, attended by industry leaders, is the top-rated charity's yearly event to assist with its mission to minimize the effects and elevate awareness of child and teen poverty nationwide. Celebrated for his bold vision and transforming the economically depressed urban landscape of Newark, Mayor Booker will also accept the K.I.D.S. Agency ...

Come support a great cause! Maiden Lane Studio's regularly scheduled Saturday Bubbly at the Barre - Booty Barre class at 11am will be an extended length (1 hour & 15 minute class) where your $25 enrollment fee will go entirely to Bright Pink San Francisco. Bright Pink focuses on the prevention and early detection of breast and ovarian cancer in young women while providing support for high-risk individuals. Shake your booty at the barre, support Bright Pink, and enjoy mimosas and hand massages afterwards by masseuse, Jodi Mainwaring, CMT. Saturday, October 20th - ...

Airsupply Tools launched their new eCommerce website earlier this year. The update is the result of Airsupply Tools's need to give its government and commercial customer base a new channel from which to buy as well as access to an expanded catalog of Matco brand industrial tools and supplies. The new website links from the corporate site maintaining the company's branding and offering a new industry standard user experience. The aims of the site are to allow visitors a means to quickly find the items they're looking for while allowing Airsupply Tools to maximize its ...

Now you can play digital audio on your old analog stereo equipment or headphones. The SM-D2A Digital to Analog audio converter allows you to play your digital audio sources on older analog stereo receivers or headphones. It converts Coaxial or Toslink digital audio into 2 outputs, right/left RCA and 3.5mm stereo audio. Connect your digital audio devices to a stereo receiver with RCA inputs or headphones. For more information about the SM-D2A, please visit: http://www.SmartAVI.com About SmartAVI SmartAVI, Inc. is a world-leading innovator of digital signage and ...