VueTek Scientific today announced that it has entered into an exclusive worldwide distribution agreement with Vascular Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq: VASC) for VueTek's vascular imaging device, Veinsite. Under this agreement, which is limited to the vascular disease market, Vascular Solutions will distribute the Veinsite device to vein practices in the United States, Canada, Mexico and initially 18 other countries. Veinsite is designed to make locating veins easier, which simplifies vein treatment procedures. Its proprietary technology allows Veinsite to display a high quality ...

Citizens to Retire the Penny, an independent organization aimed at phasing out the U.S. penny, has unveiled a redesigned website at www.RetireThePenny.org. Reenergized by Canada's recent decision to cease production of its one-cent piece, the non-partisan, grassroots group is redoubling efforts to raise awareness and engage supporters. According to Professor Jeff Gore, MIT physicist and Citizens to Retire the Penny founder, the revamped site has two goals: to educate the public about the high cost and low value of the penny, and to motivate people to take action. Gore ...

"The 2012 Clean Energy Symposium" will be held in New York City at 3 West Club by Murdock Capital Partners and The Clean Energy View Radio Show on Friday, September 28, 2012 at 8:30 AM EDT. The event is a one day symposium aimed at educating investors on the growing clean energy space and the opportunities for investing. "As part of our continuing series of Natural Resource oriented Symposiums, Murdock Capital has determined to hold an event, based on our most precious natural resource of all-the environment," said Luis Mejia, Managing Partner, Murdock ...

A Buffalo, NY based company encountered major payroll tax problems earlier this year, resulting in a difficult situation with the Internal Revenue Service. A representative from the company stated that "their tax situation was a confusing one," and that "it had become a burden." The company then hired Buffalo IRS tax attorney William Winspear to handle their case. Winspear recently opened his own law practice after years of working with a prominent tax law firm and 17 years as an IRS revenue officer. Winspear acted quickly and worked closely ...

My7's, a nationwide provider of electronic cigarettes, announced the debut of their new 7's Hybrid Kit. The 7's Hybrid Kit is complete with their new battery that delivers 1000+ puffs on a single battery charge and employs their new "enhanced vapor production". "The 7's Hybrid Kit raises the bar for the electronic smoker and comes complete with our most innovative patent pending technology," said Kyle Newton, My7's President. The company's e cigarette starter kit features "Power Smart" protection circuits that prevents overcharging, My7's ...

Congresswoman Sandy Adams and Dr. Zuhdi Jasser of the AIFD, both patriots and passionate fighters against the influence and actions of Radical Islamists will speak at this year's 7th annual Homeland Security Professionals conference. SSI hopes that this will present a fair and balanced view of the role that we can all play in fighting terrorism against the US Homeland. In addition, and in an effort to counter the Muslim Brotherhood's, and other Radical Islamist groups, influence on current US Counter Terrorism policy, SSI will be giving every participant a copy of the ...

ControlCam announced today that by the end of July, 2012 it will complete the fly over of the entire State of Rhode Island, capturing 360 degree aerial images of every parcel of land in the Ocean State. "We are covering every inch of Rhode Island's 1,214 square miles," said Billy Meadow, CEO of ControlCam. ControlCam aerial images allow businesses to see their operations from the air. This provides information not available from ground imaging. This allows any business to see how customers access their facilities plus a cleaner, more comprehensive view of important ...

July 16, 2012 – Your genes determine much about you, but environment can have a strong influence on your genes even before birth, with consequences that can last a lifetime. In a study published online in Genome Research (www.genome.org), researchers have for the first time shown that the environment experienced in the womb defines the newborn epigenetic profile, the chemical modifications to DNA we are born with, that could have implications for disease risk later in life. Epigenetic tagging of genes by a chemical modification called DNA methylation is known to affect ...

Each hour of TV watched by a two- to four-year- old contributes to his or her waist circumference by the end of grade 4 and his or her ability to perform in sports, according to a world-first study undertaken by researchers at the University of Montreal and its affiliated Saint-Justine Mother and Child University Hospital. The findings were published today by lead author Dr. Caroline Fitzpatrick and senior author Dr. Linda Pagani in BioMed Central's open access journal the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity. "We already knew that there ...

Cancers are notorious for secreting chemicals that confuse the immune system and thwarting biological defenses. To counter that effect, some cancer treatments try to neutralize the cancer's chemical arsenal and boost a patient's immune response--though attempts to do both at the same time are rarely successful. Now, researchers have developed a novel system to simultaneously deliver a sustained dose of both an immune-system booster and a chemical to counter the cancer's secretions, resulting in a powerful therapy that, in mice, delayed tumor growth, sent tumors into ...

Researchers have linked newly discovered gene mutations to some cases of the progressive fatal neurological disease amyotrophic lateral sclerosis – ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. Shedding light on how ALS destroys the cells and leads to paralysis, the researchers found that mutations in this gene affect the structure and growth of nerve cells. ALS attacks motor neurons, the nerve cells responsible for controlling muscles. People with ALS experience such early symptoms as limb weakness or swallowing difficulties. In most people, the disease leads to death three ...

WORCESTER, Mass. — A new genetic mutation that causes familial amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a fatal neurological disorder also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease, has been identified by a team of scientists led by researchers at the University of Massachusetts Medical School (UMMS). Mutations to the profilin (PFN1) gene, which is essential to the growth and development of nerve cell axons, is estimated to account for one to two percent of inherited ALS cases. The finding, described today in the online edition of Nature, points to defects in a neuron's cytoskeleton structure ...

New research by Columbia Engineering demonstrates remarkable optical nonlinear behavior of graphene that may lead to broad applications in optical interconnects and low-power photonic integrated circuits. With the placement of a sheet of graphene just one-carbon-atom-thick, the researchers transformed the originally passive device into an active one that generated microwave photonic signals and performed parametric wavelength conversion at telecommunication wavelengths. "We have been able to demonstrate and explain the strong nonlinear response from graphene, which is ...

As a youngster, remember your mother warning you that watching too much television would give you square eyes? That might not be true, but a new study, published today in BioMed Central's open access journal International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity, has found that the more hours young children spend watching TV, the worse their muscular fitness and the larger their waist size as they approach their teens, with possible consequences for adult health. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children under the age of two should not exceed ...

SAN DIEGO – (July 15, 2012) – Despite ongoing public health efforts, E. coli outbreaks continue to infiltrate the food supply, annually causing significant sickness and death throughout the world. But the research community is gaining ground. In a major finding, published today in the scientific journal Nature, researchers from the La Jolla Institute for Allergy & Immunology have discovered a molecule's previously unknown role in fighting off E. coli and other bacterial infections, a discovery that could lead to new ways to protect people from these dangerous microorganisms. "We've ...

A new study has determined how often people should get screened for gastric or stomach cancer in high-risk regions of the world. Published early online in CANCER, a peer-reviewed journal of the American Cancer Society, the findings could help reduce deaths from gastric cancer, which is the second most common cause of cancer-related mortality. Although the incidence of gastric cancer has decreased substantially in the western part of the world, the disease is still common in areas such as Eastern Asia, including Korea, Japan, and China. Gastric cancer patients' prognosis ...

ROCHESTER, Minn. -- Mayo Clinic researchers have found a novel way to monitor real-time chemical changes in the brains of patients undergoing deep brain stimulation (DBS). The groundbreaking insight will help physicians more effectively use DBS to treat brain disorders such as Parkinson's disease, depression and Tourette syndrome. The findings are published in the journal Mayo Clinic Proceedings. Journalists: For multimedia resources including video of a tremor patient undergoing DBS, visit the Mayo Clinic News Network. Researchers hope to use the discovery to create ...

A new study details how a suite of web-based tools provides the research community with greatly improved capacity to compare data derived from large collections of genomic information against thousands of drugs. By comparing drugs and genetic targets, researchers can more easily identify pharmaceuticals that could be effective against different forms of cancer. The newly updated software, called CellMiner, was built for use with the NCI-60, one of the most widely utilized collections of cancer cell samples employed in the testing of potential anti-cancer drugs. The ...

The Telly Awards has named Hitsquad Production, Inc. as a Bronze Winner in the 33rd Annual Telly Awards for their piece entitled âEURœAutismâEUR. With nearly 11,000 entries from all 50 states and numerous countries, this is truly an honor. The video was created for use at the Chicago Fire professional soccer game for Autism Awareness Day at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, Illinois, home to the Chicago Fire MLS Professional Soccer Team. The video displays several words associated with the maturation process from childhood to adulthood, and then a baby starts to cry. The voiceover ...

According the report from the Federal Reserve, the Great Recession erased two decades of American wealth in three years, with a typical family's net worth falling nearly 40 percent. During the tough economic times, sticking to the budget is important for most Americans. Personal finance software provider, Halfpricesoft.com (http://www.halfpricesoft.com), released the new version of ezCheckPersonal check writer software. This check printing software will help users cut cost on checks and track the personal finance. And the best of all, New Jersey buyers can get this check ...

Canine bloat is the common name for GDV ( or Gastric Dilatation and Volvulus or twisted stomach) which is most common in deep-chested or large to giant breed dogs between two and ten years of age. Pure breed dogs are at higher risk for bloat. The breeds most commonly affected include the Great Dane, Standard Poodle, Saint Bernard, Akita, German Sheperd, Old English sheepdog, Weimaraner, the Basset hound. "I was very concerned about my Black Labrador's eating habits. He used to eat so fast that his meal would be gone in two minutes: He would choke on his food ...

InfoComm 2012 proved an overwhelmingly successful stage for Matrox Graphics Inc. to showcase its latest and greatest products. Both established and brand-new AV solutions shared the spotlight as well as a common thread of high-performance functionality. Matrox Maevex Series was an undeniable highlight at the show, which was attended by over 34,000 people. Maevex Series debuted to much fanfare as visitors to the Matrox Graphics booth were left in awe of the new twist on video distribution over IP technology. It promises to be a much-sought-after cost-effective solution ...

Socius, a highly acclaimed Microsoft Dynamics Master VAR, announced the acceptance of six additional partners into their exclusive Affiliate Network. Microsoft Dynamics named Socius one of three Master VARs in the US when it launched the program in October 2011. As a Master VAR, Socius has developed an extensive list of benefits that it is providing to its Affiliates that will help these organizations adopt best-practices and implement proven strategies to grow their individual businesses while continuing to serve the clients with whom they have built relationships. ...

Red Level Networks, a premier IT-solutions provider, is hosting an educational Microsoft Office 365 event on July 31 at the Microsoft Offices in Southfield, MI. This complimentary event will provide a demonstration of Office 365's core components while featuring industry experts to answer questions. This Microsoft Office 365 event will feature a presentation from Mark King, Partner Technology Advisor at Microsoft as well as words from David King, founder and president of Red Level Networks. Red Level Networks is a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner and has obtained several ...

The Capitol Area Council, Boy Scouts of America, is pleased to announce that Ryan Leahy will serve as Co-Chair of the 2012 Sporting Clays Shoot at Texas Disposal Systems' Exotic Game Ranch. Leahy, a Partner in Cornerstone Mortgage's Leahy and Associates, will have a critical role in helping the oldest Sporting Clays Shoot in the Austin area raise the money necessary to support Scouting programs in 15 Central Texas counties. Last year, the event raised more than $115,000 that helped fund youth camping and training events benefitting more than 24,000 Scouts and their ...