CORVALLIS, Ore. – A dramatic increase in childhood obesity in recent decades may have impacts that go beyond the usual health concerns – it could be disrupting the timing of puberty and ultimately lead to a diminished ability to reproduce, especially in females. A body of research suggests that obesity could be related to growing problems with infertility, scientists said in a recent review, in addition to a host of other physical and psycho-social concerns. The analysis was published in Frontiers in Endocrinology. Human bodies may be scrambling to adjust to a problem ...

EUGENE, Ore. -- (July 31, 2012) -- Using mutant zebra fish, researchers studying the earliest formation of cartilage of the mouth believe they may have gotten a look at a mechanism involved in a genetic defect linked to Fraser syndrome deafness in humans. Reporting in the Aug. 1 issue of the journal Development, they identify a potential developmental pathway worthy of more scrutiny in future research into Fraser syndrome, a many-faceted and rare recessive genetic disease. In humans, a mutation in the gene FRAS1, which plays a role in skin epithelial formation during ...

People who worry about workplace rejection or sabotage can end up bringing it upon themselves, according to University of British Columbia research. The UBC Sauder School of Business study reveals that paranoia about negative gossip or being snubbed leads people to seek out information to confirm their fears, ultimately annoying colleague and increasing the likelihood they will be rejected or subverted. "It may be best to ignore impulses that tell you that you're the victim of office politics," says lead author and Sauder Prof. Karl Aquino, whose study was recently ...

New York, NY - A new report published in the international conservation journal Oryx concludes that commercial 'wildlife encounter' operations across Africa promoting the reintroduction of captive lions do little to further the conservation of African lions in the wild. Released 'Early Online' on July 31, 'Walking with lions: Why there is no role for captive-origin lions (Panthera leo) in species restoration,' was authored by a blue-ribbon panel of lion conservationists and wild cat biologists from Panthera, the IUCN Cat Specialist Group and a team of university-based ...

A recent study of adults age 50 to 85 found that only 19 percent of those diagnosed with lung disease quit smoking within two years. Furthermore, the research showed that the vast majority of older adults who learn they have a chronic condition do not adopt healthier behaviors, according to data presented in the Journals of Gerontology Series B: Psychological Sciences and Social Sciences. The statistics come from the Health and Retirement Study, an ongoing survey of over 11,000 Americans aged 50 or older that began in 1992. For the new journal article, a research team ...

Adaptiva (http://www.adaptiva.com), an award-winning provider of IT systems management solutions and ProSource Solutions (http://prosurcesolutionsllc.com), a leading IT consulting services and solutions organization, today announced a strategic partnership that will further enhance Microsoft System Center 2012 Configuration Manager for enterprise clients. Through this agreement, ProSource Solutions will offer the Adaptiva IT Systems Management Software Suite as part of its' world-class IT core infrastructure, business productivity and application solution services. "Adaptiva ...

Richard P. Brown, MD, a New York psychiatrist who practices integrative medicine, is the guest of Les Fehmi, PhD, and Susan Shor Fehmi, LCSW for an Open Focus Attention Teleseminar entitled "A Safe Harbor" from 1 to 2 p.m. EST, August 1, 2012. Dr. Brown will discuss how trauma and negative experiences can affect the brain and the stress response systems in the body. Dr. Brown will discuss his experiences, his research, and the practice of Open Focus as they relate to integrative approaches for mental and physical wellness. "Anything worth doing is worth ...

The world of financial markets can be tough and confusing, with risks at every turn. Whether managing private wealth, or contemplating on exchange traded options, success in any financial situation can only be attained through sound, educated advice and guidance that will enable you to dodge the risks and reap the benefits. With Stephen Hogan, you can be assured of expert investment analysis, professional advice and other reliable broker services accessible through his new website, http://www.stephenhogan.com.au. Stephen Hogan is an experienced client adviser who specialises ...

Every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday evening at 8:00 PM eastern time, you can listen to Wellness, Wholeness & Wisdom radio with host Psychologist Parthenia Izzard, CNHP [certified natural health care practitioner] on BlogTalkRadio. The program is archived within minutes of the live broadcast on the internet and rebroadcast. On your computer go to http://www.amtherapies.com and click on the Radio link to listen to the show live online or on your phone! Program topics range from authors like Bishop Jordan, James Redfield, Immaculee Ilibagiza, and William Tiller to owners ...

The newly-released book, Ready When You Are: Cecil B. DeMille's Ten Commandments for Success (New Way Press) by Robert Hammond weaves the timeless wisdom of one of the greatest showman on earth into a detailed roadmap for successful living today. Cecil B. DeMille is famous for such epics as The Ten Commandments, Cleopatra, and the Greatest Show on Earth and was one of the founders of early Hollywood and Paramount Pictures with seventy feature films to his credit. Acclaimed filmmaker Steven Spielberg credits DeMille for inspiring him to make movies and "dream ...

Pump Up Your Book is pleased to announce Ray East & Sam D's Voluspa Virtual Book Publicity Tour beginning August 6 and ending on October 26 2012. Ray and Sam will be on hand during their nationwide tour talking about their book in candid interviews and guest posts! As an added bonus, Ray and Sam's tour is also part of a Kindle Fire Giveaway! To find out more details visit their official tour page at http://www.pumpupyourbook.com/2012/06/24/pump-up-your-book-presents.... About Ray East & Sam D Ray East and Sam D has moved to Voluspa and live in the Forest ...

For many companies the benefits of exploring opportunities in the emerging markets, like China, India, Brazil and Russia, are outweighed by the perceived risks of doing business globally. It is a fear that Swiss entrepreneur, Serge Bogachev, has made it his mission to tackle with the launch of Elecmarket.com. This is an online portal which provides a trusted environment for electrical and electronics manufacturers and suppliers throughout the world. It aims to provide a single hub for all aspects of the industry with a virtual marketplace being combined with an information ...

While there are a handful of template based baby websites on the net, very few offer the warmth, freshness, feel and ease in navigation that Little Dinos provides. With its exciting collection of template designs, http://www.LittleDinos.com once again promises to be the premier online destination for parents to share their baby's photos and videos with the launch of twelve new refreshing Zodiac design templates. With the launch of these 12 new zodiac designs, Little Dinos has crossed the landmark count of 50 designs. "We have a lot of members using these designs ...

Well known company Bidet4me.com announces their expansion by making a partnership with several renowned online market places to sell their products all over North America. Bidet4me.com has been selling their products; E-200A, MB-1000, and MB-2000 for some time and have received good response from their customers. Besides the partnership, customers can buy their bidets via their websites and phones; recently they decided to change the game plan and expanded the market; that's why they made a deal with overstoc.com, amazon.com, buy.com, newegg.com, sell.com, eBay, yelp, Google, ...

Miami author and resident, Patrick Anderson Jr., has recently published "Who Is Anthony Stephens?: The Life and Death of a College Grad," a 357-page novel that introduces Anthony Stephens, a college graduate who attempts to escape his life of mediocrity and debt by faking his own death, with questionable results. Anderson Jr. is himself an MFA recipient from the University of Central Florida, and wrote the novel to shed some light on the current state of college as well as the student loan industry while also providing a compelling mystery intertwined with elements ...

Using an online writing service helps level the playing field for university and medical residency program applicants, however many clients reveal they feel that they are cheating. MyStatementofPurpose points out that using an editing, ghostwriting service is not cheating, nor illegal: "When Hilary Clinton revealed on Larry King that she had 'a lot of help' on a New York Times Bestselling book, nobody batted an eyelid. When a student reveals they got help on their residency application, the first instinct is to attack them. Why?". Applicants are not under ...

Participating in online communities helps marketers, managers, and entrepreneurs break through the media clutter and engage their target markets on a personal level. Where social networking focuses solely on the individual, an online community focuses on the interests of the members and works towards common goals. Tech entrepreneur Michael Silverman has been launching successful online communities for over 15 years. In his new book, Capturing Community, Silverman shares best practices on encouraging engagement and sparking a rich dialogue within your community. Capturing ...

EzCheckPrinting, the check writing software from Halfpricesoft.com now allows QuickBooks users to import data directly from QuickBooks and start printing checks on the blank check paper. The newly upgraded version of the already popular product was updated according to the suggestions from customers. QuickBooks users no longer have to enter check printing data manually to take advantage of the money and time-saving features of ezCheckPrinting. ¡°Many of our customers prefer using QuickBooks for their accounting software, but wanted to print checks on their laser printers ...

Socius, an acclaimed business management solutions provider, announced the addition of Enterprise Dynamics Group, an Orange County, California based Microsoft Dynamics NAV reseller as a Socius Affiliate organization under the Microsoft Dynamics Master VAR program. Socius was named one of three Microsoft Dynamics Master VARs in the US when the program launched in October 2011. As a Master VAR, Socius has a growing national network of Sales Affiliates who will continue to sell to and service their existing customers and grow their individual businesses with the support ...

The National Speakers Association (NSA), the leading organization for professional speakers, welcomed Jason Forrest, Chief Sales Officer of Forrest Performance Group, into the Million Dollar Speakers Group (MDSG) at its annual convention held July 14-17, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. Comprised of the top one percent of speakers worldwide, the MDSG includes men and women from various industries who are members of the NSA and earn more than one million dollars in the professional speaking business each year. At 33 years old, Forrest is one of the youngest members to qualify for ...

The CRM Software Blog announces the release of a new infographic designed for companies who want to understand the core reasons why they should choose Microsoft Dynamics CRM. 12 Great Reasons Why Companies Use Microsoft Dynamics CRM to Drive Revenue and Serve Customers is presented visually, in an easy to understand format that is packed with relevant points. Infographics use information plus graphics to represent complex ideas in a simple way. Important research is condensed down to the key points, to quickly show the reader what is important. "Infographics ...

The fine-art exhibition entitled, 'Dog Days of Summer' begins in August 2012 and features work of prominent photographer, H.D. Hasselbarth, at the Art Uptown Gallery in Sarasota, FL. The opening reception is scheduled on Friday, August 3, 2012, from 6-9 pm. All artwork is for sale and affordably priced. "I'm very pleased to be included in this exhibition again at Art Uptown Gallery. It is the oldest fine-arts gallery in the Sarasota and carries a great reputation. This is the 4th annual 'Dog Days Exhibition' and only one piece per artist is accepted. So it is an ...

In an effort to honor groundbreaking Technologies, Ventana Research has added an all new category to it's prestigious annual Leadership Awards. The first Technology Innovation Leadership Awards will acknowledge significant accomplishments in a range of technology innovation across business and IT. The awards recognize the pioneers that exemplify the advancements in technology driving change and value for organizations worldwide. Ventana Research invites all vendors to nominate their technology to be considered for the awards. Award recipients will be selected based ...

Feinmann Inc. (http://feinmann.com), a leading Boston design and build firm, announces their recent win of the Chrysalis Awards for Remodeling Excellence in the Best Addition over $100k category. Additionally, Feinmann has been recognized with a 2012 Guildmaster Award for exceptional customer satisfaction. GuildQuality, an independent customer satisfaction surveying company, has powered the Guildmaster Awards since 2005 to celebrate service excellence in the building, remodeling, contracting, and real estate professions. Crysalis Award Winning Kitchen Continuing ...

For small brands and innovators, establishing intellectual property can prove essential to retaining creative integrity and avoiding financial blunders. Although large corporations can have an easier time claiming domain over a certain patent, failure to clearly define such creations can result in high-cost litigation. Such is the case in a recent legal battle between Chinese company, Shenzhen Proview Technology and the notable Apple Inc., over the "iPad" name. A recent article from USA Today explains the case in more detail, noting that Apple had paid $60M to ...