Scientists at the Babraham Institute have gained a new understanding of how the growth of the placenta is regulated before birth, which has important implications for a healthy pregnancy. The research, published today (10 June) in the journal Nature Cell Biology shows that the controlled release of a specific molecule, called miR-675, slows down growth of the placenta before birth. RNA molecules are best known as the intermediary between the cell's DNA and the making of proteins necessary for cell function. However, there are also many RNA molecules with functions other ...

Global Medical Equipment Platform, MedWOW, has developed free Chrome and Firefox browser search plugins, allowing easier access and convenience for users to view over 170,000 medical devices and supplies that are currently available for sale. Browser toolbars are a popular and unique way for online businesses to create an interest based search tool for users. As MedWOW recognized an increasing number of users that are using Chrome and Firefox while approaching the online trading platform it offers, a tool that will simplify the process of browsing through MedWOW's impressive ...

In Switzerland, more than 20,000 people (37% of all deaths) die of cardiovascular disease caused by atherosclerosis each year. Treatment options are currently available to people who suffer from the disease but no drug can target solely the diseased areas, often leading to generalized side effects. Intravenous injection of a vasodilator (a substance that dilates blood vessels), such as nitroglycerin, dilates both the diseased vessels and the rest of our arteries. Blood pressure can thus drop, which would limit the desired increased blood flow generated by vasodilatation ...

Michael Walters Advertising (MWA), based in Chicago, has been selected by the National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies (NAMIC) to launch a new brand identity to promote the benefits of mutual insurance for its member companies. "The story we need to get out is that mutual property/casualty insurers exist to serve their policyholders, rather than shareholders who are only interested in making short-term profits," said Brent Bahler, vice president of public affairs for NAMIC. "Now, when more consumers are looking for genuine value-driven and customer-focused ...

An international team of scientists, funded in the UK by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC), has uncovered the structure of the protective protein coat which surrounds many bacteria like a miniature suit of armour. Their research, which is published today (Sunday 10 June) in Nature, has far ranging consequences in helping us understand how some pathogenic bacteria infect humans and animals, and could help us develop new vaccines. Until now, scientists have known very little about the structure and function of this coat, which scientists ...

DARIEN, IL – Habitually sleeping less than six hours a night significantly increases the risk of stroke symptoms among middle-age to older adults who are of normal weight and at low risk for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), according to a study of 5,666 people followed for up to three years. The participants had no history of stroke, transient ischemic attack, stroke symptoms or high risk for OSA at the start of the study, being presented today at SLEEP 2012. Researchers from the University of Alabama at Birmingham recorded the first stroke symptoms, along with demographic ...

iFreedom Direct Corporation, a dedicated government-backed lender, is now offering FHA Streamline refinancing based on the new reduced mortgage insurance rates announced by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) on March 6, 2012. The price reductions take effect June 11, 2012 for current FHA borrowers whose loans were endorsed on or before May 31, 2009. The top-ranked mortgage company will feature a reduced upfront mortgage insurance premium (UFMIP) of just .01% and an annual premium of .55% for certain FHA Streamline refinance loans. Reduced mortgage ...

DARIEN, IL – A small study of Toronto college students is shedding light on a contributing factor of insomnia that might be hard to admit – an adult fear of the dark. Nearly half of the students who reported having poor sleep also reported a fear of the dark. Researchers confirmed this objectively by measuring blink responses to sudden noise bursts in light and dark surroundings. Good sleepers became accustomed to the noise bursts but the poor sleepers grew more anticipatory when the lights were down. "The poor sleepers were more easily startled in the dark compared ...

Leading men's health organizations and experts from around the world are coming together to bring awareness to the health and well-being of men and boys during International Men's Health Week. Celebrated each June, organizations, healthcare professionals, media, policy makers and individuals host activities and promote physical, social, and psychological health in men, boys, and their families during this week. This year men's health leaders will be meeting on Thursday, June 14 and Friday, June 15 for "Gender and Health through Life", a two-day conference in Copenhagen, ...

PROVIDENCE, R.I. [Brown University] — In April 2009, the world took notice as reports surfaced of a virus in Mexico that had mutated from pigs and was being passed from human to human. The H1N1 "swine flu," as the virus was named, circulated worldwide, killing more than 18,000 people, according to the World Health Organization. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in the United States said it was the first global pandemic in more than four decades. Swine flu will not be the last viral mutation to cause a worldwide stir. One way to contain the next outbreak is ...

Limited Edition is an innovative new trade show set to shake up the high-end travel industry and is dedicated to the thriving contemporary travel market. Present will be a curated selection of the world's hottest, on-trend, original, high-end travel suppliers and the world's most productive travel trade buyers (leisure, media/entertainment, business, corporate and MICE) who have exclusive connections with the 'Creative Class' - a new generation of lifestyle tastemakers travelling in a way which is more innovative and sophisticated. The Guest List of exhibitors will include: Art ...

Athletes for Education (AFE) will host their 7h Annual Celebrity Golf Classic with "After Party" on Friday, June 15, 2012 to benefit youth programs throughout San Diego County. The golf tournament includes a Kennedy's Karne lunch and a dinner with entertainment, opportunity drawing and live/silent auction from 6:00 to 9:00 pm at the Maderas Golf Club located at 17750 Old Coach Road in Poway (registration begins at 10:30 am with a shotgun start at 12:30 pm). Competitions include male and female longest drive and closest to the pin challenges. Surgery One is sponsoring ...

The North Star Group, Inc. 501(c)(3) Plans to recognize military children in the Armed Forces Pacific Region Okinawa for their dedication to reading and education this by hosting a prize drawing August 15, 2012! The North Star Group, Inc. 501(c)(3) is one of thousands of organizations that have joined forces to support military children and families globally. NSG is a proud recipient of the Presidential Service Awards for volunteer service. The North Star Group is promoting CHILDREN READING SUMMER.2012. Let's take kids summer reading seriously and make it fun! Any ...

Fast Forward Academy, a progressive educational training company, recently launched a free iOS app to assist tax professionals taking its courses for CPA exams and other continuing education credit courses. The app, available for download in the iTunes store, helps tie together the company's live webinars, physical study guides and online training, allowing participants to access CPA course review and other study materials on their mobile devices. The Fast Forward Academy iOS app allows students to access online tools and download free study guides (PDF) and CPA course ...

Women are the most common victims of bullying and the biggest influences in raising the next generation. A mother has the opportunity to teach and become a positive role model - but first she must learn herself. Women need to learn to overcome their challenges and dependency and climb their ladder to empowerment and life mastery. With women being the biggest group of book readers and 10 million books sold globally for Eat Pray Love, it shows females are searching for inspiration to succeed. This new book: The Success Attitude - Haunting Messages Guiding Us...does it. A ...

Hospital administrators are concerned about how the Patient Protection and Affordable Healthcare Act will affect their balance sheets. According to a recent American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) survey, more than two-thirds of hospital chief executives see financial challenges as their organization's most serious problem.No wonder hospital administrators, staff and caregivers are teaming up to manage costs without taking their eyes off healthcare's other bottom line âEUR" providing an environment of care that contributes to positive patient outcomes. To ...

ICIS, the independent global market intelligence provider for the chemical, energy and fertilizer industries, has launched a new weekly Asia polyacetal (POM) pricing report. The report provides weekly pricing information for China's import prices as well as other northeast Asian countries' export prices. In addition, a short-term market outlook is also available to ensure you get an overall overview of the POM market in Asia, enabling you to anticipate price and market movements. Demand for POM in Asia is increasing as a result of growth in the automotive and electric/electronic ...

Immediate registration is available through our website at http://www.CertifiedForensicLoanAuditors.com or phone our offices: 888-758-CFLA (2352). Training Summary Date: Saturday, June 30, 2012 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Location: TBA Room: Classroom style Continuing Legal Education Credits: 7 hours (no ethics) Included: Continental Breakfast, Morning and Afternoon Break of Coffee/Tea/Soft Drink/Bottled Water Service. Lunch on own. Seminar Speaker Divina K. Westerfield, Esq. Westerfield & Associates, Managing Attorney, Indianapolis Office National ...

To keep up with the ongoing changes on the World Wide Web, Soft Solutions Limited has released a new version of its press release submission software called News Publisher. One of the press release sites on the internet that has changed recently is PressExposure.com. News Publisher has been updated to once again post press releases on this site. News Publisher was also updated for this site in the previous release to account for PressExposure.com adding a CAPTCHA field and processing. A second press release site that has been updated recently is OnlinePRNews.com. ...

Oldies But Goodies Cocker Spaniel Rescue, an animal charity in Newington, VA, won the $3000 grand prize grant and a portable pet waste station from Doody Calls (approximately $250 in value) in the Metro DC Dog Blog's Bark Your Piece! essay contest. Beth Bauer submitted the essay "It's All About Respect" and received 2,186 online votes for the entry. The third annual essay competition brought attention to responsible dog ownership and the importance of properly disposing of animal waste not only as part of caring for dogs responsibly but also to protect local waterways. Learn ...

Tulsa, Oklahoma's rising music star Sincere Grant has taken one step closer to international stardom by giving fans around the world an exclusive viral visual look at his new music video for fans worldwide via the internet for his hit single "Looking Like A Model". (Click Here To View: http://youtu.be/ac0uc2M-sps) Sincere Grant's smash single "Looking Like A Model" has been getting heard and requested by urban music lovers and fans in the U.S. and even Overseas. This hot new single and now with the new viral video on YouTube is creating a buzz that ...

A new day is dawning at HCMM Inc. of suburban Cincinnati, a rebirth campaign to restore 60 lost jobs at the former Huntington Copper Moody Maguire, now officially known as HCMM Inc. (http://www.hcmminc.com). Owned and operated by CEO Julie Maguire, HCMM Inc. is a proven player in a highly competitive biz - management consulting - armed with the most powerful tool in the U.S. marketplace: an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. "We are a boutique, high-quality management consulting company that still offers the best assemblage of advice for accounting, inventory ...

The Autism Spectrum Disorder Foundation (www.autismspectrumdisorderfoundation.org), a national organization that provides direct support for families living with autism, funds the holiday gift card programs of five partner organizations dedicated to helping children and young adults diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. The Autism Spectrum Disorder Foundation donated a total of $26,000 in Target and Walmart gift cards during the 2011 holiday season. Each $500 gift card helped 52 families have a joyous and unforgettable holiday as part of the Parker Autism Foundation ...

In the Digital Age It Is Much Tougher to Hide Assets in Divorce When it comes to property division in divorce cases, some spouses and partners employ devious and sometimes fraudulent means to hide money and assets from the asset division process. Today, however, it is becoming harder and harder to create a secret stash because of electronic discovery. As reported in the Wall Street Journal, over the last five years, more than 80 percent of family law attorneys who belong to the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers say they have seen an increase in the use of evidence ...

VistaLogix Global LLC (http://www.vistalogixglobal.com/), an international provider of comprehensive logistics management and technology services, announces the promotion of Mike Skinner to the newly created position of President. Mike most recently served as Vice President of Technology with responsibilities for strategic development, marketing and deployment of technology-based solutions and services. In his new role, Mr. Skinner will lead VistaLogix Global as the company expands its reach in serving mid- and large-sized companies across the world with global supply ...