HOUSTON -- (Aug. 30, 2012) -- The threads of an evolutionary mystery that dates to the birth of molecular biology are beginning to unravel, thanks to a new investigation by computational bioengineers at Rice University and the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. In new research published online this week in PLOS Computational Biology, Rice's Oleg Igoshin and MD Anderson's Christian Ray offer a possible explanation for the existence of jointly controlled clusters of genes called operons, which are found in bacterial chromosomes but not in those of higher order ...

Previous research has shown that personality traits such as impulsivity or compulsiveness are indicators of an increased risk of addiction. Now, new research from the University of Cambridge suggests that these impulsive and compulsive personality traits are also associated with a traumatic upbringing during childhood. The study was published today, 31 August, in the journal American Journal Psychiatry. Led by Dr Karen Ersche, the Cambridge researchers aimed to identify risk factors that make a person vulnerable to developing drug dependence. They examined 50 adults ...

Dr. Matthew Loop, whose busy chiropractic office is located in Lilburn GA, uses a combination of approaches to help relieve the discomfort and stress associated with back pain. His approach includes chiropractic, soft tissue therapy and rehabilitation services. This combination offers patients quick relief. "The problem with auto injuries," says Dr. Loop, "is that they can manifest themselves in so many different ways, making pain management for the patient very difficult. Some patients suffer from generalized pain that is combined with pain located in ...

The Art of Living Foundation announced today that it has launched Take a Breath, Seattle, an initiative to help Seattleites recharge and do more of the things they love through the powerful benefits of breath. Take a Breath, Seattle, is an ambitious initiative that aims to increase awareness about the powerful benefits of breath as a practical tool to combat stress. The Seattle metro continues to be home for an active, health-conscious population - many of who work under high pressure to deliver in an intensely competitive environment, often leaving them stressed ...

Sonic Emotion, the developer of Absolute 3D sound announced today that its Absolute 3D sound technology will be integrated in Toshiba's Mini 3D Sound Bar with Subwoofer SBM1W and 3D Sound Bar SB1 - SBK1. Both sound systems, featuring Sonic Emotion's Absolute 3D sound technology, provide users a nontraditional, multipurpose performance system that elicits optimum sound quality and creates the ultimate 3D listening experience. Toshiba's Mini 3D Sound Bar with Subwoofer SBM1W and 3D Sound Bar SB1 - SBK1 will be available in select regions in the fourth quarter of 2012. "We ...

Cinefex announced recently that it has begun publishing an iPad edition of its popular film magazine. Cinefex is a quarterly magazine devoted to motion picture visual effects. Since 1980, it has been the bible for effects professional and enthusiasts, going behind the scenes to offer a first-hand look at the technologies and techniques behind many of Hollywood's biggest and most enduring movies. Legendary filmmaker George Lucas said of Cinefex: "Detailed visual coverage and revealing insights into the cutting edge of technology make Cinefex required reading for ...

Power Panel, Inc., a Detroit-based solar panel manufacturer, today commissioned its largest next-generation solar panel system to date on Michigan's first solar brewery. Corner Brewery in Ypsilanti, Michigan, installed Power Panel's unique solar panel system, which will provide both electricity and heat energy used in the beer making process. The 140 solar panels installed for the project will produce a combined 16.1 kW of electricity, and 89.6 kW of equivalent thermal energy. Power Panel's President, Garth Schultz, and other members of the Power Panel team attended a ribbon ...

School days can be stressful, even for the most well-behaved dogs and cats. Lazy, hazy summer lifestyles are abruptly abandoned. Kids and parents are out of the house for longer hours. And when they return home, everything happens at a hectic pace. So this is an opportune time for pet parents to start a training program to prevent "behavioral backsliding" from bored, frazzled, insecure pets. Good manners are now easy to teach thanks to Lickety Stik by PetSafe. This liquid treat offers dogs and cats a neat, tasty reward while delivering favorable results for ...

SimpliciKey (www.SimpliciKey.com) is dedicated to providing convenience through technology, showcases the SimpliciKey Remote Control Electronic Wireless Deadbolt for the home at the CEDIA Expo 2012. At the SimpliciKey booth, #5440, staff will be available to talk about the new technology in development that allows consumers to safely lock and unlock their home from any Smartphone, hand held device or computer. SimpliciKey, provides three methods of home entry via keyfob, keypad and traditional key. Up to eight different keyfobs can be programmed to one SimpliciKey, ...

In September Goldenstein Gallery in uptown Sedona presents the second month of "The Current" showcasing a diverse array of art from renowned and award winning gallery artists who have captivated and inspired collectors internationally. Their amazing talent features art that is full of color, motion, and a fresh sensibility that is fun yet sophisticated. Many of the artists highlighted are deeply rooted in tradition, while other artists flourish with new styles capturing the imaginations of today. Representing 40 diverse artists, primarily local and regional, the ...

Brillare Hairdressing Academy announced that Melissa Cairns has joined the company as director of the Scottsdale campus. Cairns will manage Brillare Hairdressing Academy's Scottsdale cosmetology school, which is located at the Scottsdale Quarter. "Melissa brings a wealth of experience in education to Brillare," said Christa Jones, Chief Executive Officer of Brillare Hairdressing Academy. "Her expertise and enthusiasm are a great fit for this high energy campus." Brillare Hairdressing Academy offers day and night cosmetology programs as well as ...

Pursuing education & training in Islamic Finance has become one step easier today for the students & professionals who are seeking to register for courses and certifications in the Islamic Finance industry, which is growing at more than 20% annually. Yurizk.com started as a blog in March 2012 with information and resources on Islamic Finance. This week Yurizk launched the first online interactive directory of global providers of Islamic Finance courses, certifications, degrees, trainings and workshops. "We collected and organized information about all the ...

Brooklyn born independent artist International 5 has been blazing through the MediaBase charts as his single "Mean Fitted Game" approaches 175 documented spins. During a recent interview on The Business report on KRYC Rhythm 105.9 FM the dexterous lyricist shared "My strive for success is powered by my passion for music, I've been doing this for years now". Although, the many are hearing International 5's music for the first time in some parts of the world; the artist has made headlines with credible publications such as The Source, Yo Raps, WSHH ...

Everyone loves finding a good deal. And the only thing online bargain shoppers love more than a good deal is finding a great deal at an unbelievable price. The feelings of excitement and anticipation one gets when finding an amazing bargain are what Dealswitch.com hopes it can replicate for its customers every day. Bringing a unique and original approach to the daily deal world, Dealswitch.com is poised to completely redefine online deal-a-day sites. The fresh approach Dealswitch.com is bringing to the online deals community consists of several new and exciting factors. ...

If bankruptcy filings are an indicator, good economic news may be on the way. The number of personal and business bankruptcies in the United States has been falling this year, and if the same pattern continues the number of bankruptcies will approach the level filed before the Great Recession. During the first half of the year, 601,184 personal bankruptcies were filed, which is a 13 percent decline in comparison to the same time period last year. If the rate continues, the number of personal bankruptcy filings at the end of 2012 could be at the lowest level since before ...

When a custodial parent moves from a former residence to a new one, it's referred to in the family-law world as relocation. Custodial parents often want to relocate with their children in order to pursue a better job, be closer to family members or to obtain a fresh start. The decision to relocate is not always left up to the parent that wants to move, however. Parental Relocation The best place to start the process of relocation is to review the divorce agreement, child custody plan or judgment of divorce. For example, the documentation may state that if a parent ...

A former New York City police officer was released from prison recently after serving 10 years for his role in a drunk driving crash that killed several members of a family in 2001. According to news reports, the officer had been drinking heavily and was on his way to the precinct house in Brooklyn when he struck the family with his minivan as they were crossing the street. The victims included a 23-year-old pregnant woman, her 4-year-old son and her 16-year-old sister. Doctors attempted to save the woman's unborn child via Cesarean section delivery, but the baby did ...

Multiple sclerosis has been in the news lately because of Jack Osbourne's recent diagnosis. Jack Osbourne, the son of Sharon and Ozzy Osbourne, was recently diagnosed with multiple sclerosis at the age of 26. His diagnosis highlights the number of other people living in the United States with the disease, how they cope, and what benefits are available. If multiple sclerosis is sufficiently debilitating, people affected by it may be eligible to receive Social Security disability benefits. According to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, around 400,000 people in the ...

John Covington relates dog training to working with people in the workplace in his thoughtful and inspiring new book, What I Learned about Leadership from My Dog. While training his newest addition to the family, a German Shepherd named Maggie, Covington realized the correlation between dogs and people. He promotes that dogs are great labs to improve our leadership as they provide instant and honest feedback, so the relationship building and leadership required to work with dogs is exactly the same as it is with people. John breaks his book up between true, and sometimes ...

Adding more than 450,000-square-feet of urban office space to its rapidly growing portfolio, Trigild - a San Diego-based real estate services company - was recently appointed receiver for a high profile, eight-story office building in the heart of Philadelphia's prime corporate and institutional corridor. As court appointed receiver, Trigild is charged with operating and protecting the property, which originally housed the Philadelphia Stock Exchange when it was built in 1981. Named 1900 Market Street to reflect its address, the office complex spans more than 455,000 ...

Alex Lyon & Son, a leader in heavy equipment auctions, will be hosting 10 auctions in the month of September. With a large number of predicted attendees as well as live online bidding that enables bidders to participate from around the world, these are sure to be great opportunities that you do not want to miss. Here are the scheduled auctions for the month of August: • Jacksonville, NC on Saturday 9/8 at 9:30AM EDT • Albany, NY on Friday 9/14 at 9:30AM EDT • Boston, MA on Saturday 9/15 at 9:30AM EDT • Atlanta, GA on Wednesday 9/19 at 9:30AM EDT • Parkersburg, ...

Phoenix spray equipment manufacturer Quality Equipment & Spray has announced a no- questions-asked, money-back satisfaction guarantee on its best-selling pest control spray rigs and weed control sprayers. "We want to make it easy for our customers and prospects to buy with confidence on the internet", Quality Equipment & Spray President Andrew Greess stated. "We have a large installed base of these sprayers and we know they will exceed expectations. This offer removes the risk so clients can buy a power sprayer on the internet and be completely ...

On September 11, 2012, from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., the Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) will celebrate the official designation of Abingdon, Virginia as the newest Appalachian Trail Community . The Town of Abingdon, in conjunction with the ATC and the Mount Rogers Appalachian Trail Club, has planned an evening of celebratory activities including presentations, vendors, live music and guest speakers. This event is open and free to the public. A presentation entitled "Hikers and Bikers" will commence at 4:00 p.m. at the Southwest Virginia Higher Education ...

Red Level Networks, a premier Michigan-based IT solutions provider, announced today that it has been selected for inclusion in the 2012 Inc. 500|5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America for the second year in a row. Red Level Networks was ranked at #2327 on the national list, increasing in rank by two hundred since last year's announcement. Selected companies cross a variety of industries, and Red Level Networks was recognized due to its consistent and notable revenue growth every year since its founding in 2004. "We are honored to be included ...

Mindsharp, a SharePoint education company, is engaging other technology companies with the introduction of the new Partner and Reseller program. This new program will help extend the reach of an organization, increase revenues, and strengthen the relationships between partners and their customers. There are two types of programs available through Mindsharp: the Partner Program and the Reseller Program. The Partner Program focuses on creating partnerships with system integrators and independent software vendors, while the Reseller Program connects with other training companies. ...