Global carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions – the main contributor to global warming – show no sign of abating and may reach record levels in 2010, according to a study led by the University of Exeter (UK). The study, which also involved the University of East Anglia (UK) and other global institutions, is part of the annual carbon budget update by the Global Carbon Project. In a paper published today in Nature Geoscience, the authors found that despite the major financial crisis that hit the world last year, global CO2 emissions from the burning of fossil fuel in 2009 were ...

(Boston) - Scientists have discovered 30 new genes that control the age of sexual maturation in women. Notably, many of these genes also act on body weight regulation or biological pathways related to fat metabolism. The study, which appears in Nature Genetics, was a collaborative effort by the international ReproGen consortium, which included 175 scientists from 104 worldwide institutions, including Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM) and Boston University School of Public Health. Menarche, the onset of first menstruation in girls, indicates the attainment of ...

Researchers at King's College London's Department of Twin Research have discovered, as part of a large international consortium, 30 new genes that control the age of sexual maturation in women, the Journal Nature Genetics publishes today. Many of these genes are also known to act on body weight regulation or biological pathways related to fat metabolism. This large new study of more than 100,000 women from Europe, US and Australia highlights several specific genetic links between early puberty and body fat. Puberty in women normally occurs between 11 – 14 years of ...

A new study challenges the current staging system that determines the extent or severity of prostate cancer that has not metastasized. Published early online in CANCER, a peer-reviewed journal of the American Cancer Society, the study found that there is no link between localized prostate cancer's clinical stage and a patient's risk of cancer recurrence after having his prostate removed. One of the primary purposes of staging prostate cancers is to help physicians determine a patient's prognosis. For example, a more advanced clinical stage should indicate a higher risk ...

With the financial crisis still hanging over many countries, this year's World Health Report from the World Health Organization, "Health Systems Financing: The Path to Universal Coverage" is timely and relevant to the question of how to ensure that all people have access to health care services, without suffering financial hardship. This is the conclusion of a Perspective article on the 2010 World Health Report from Sara Bennett (Johns Hopkins University, USA) and colleagues, published in PLoS Medicine to coincide with the release of the Report. 20-40% of health care ...

PAVA's production capacities allow to develop such new ways of cooperation without losing positions on domestic market. "Such partnership suggests some sort of compromise between two businesses. For grain traders it is an opportunity to maintain their presence on foreign markets whereas for us it is another efficient distribution channel for the products", - comments PAVA's CCO Angela Kiseleva. According to contractual obligations, the grain processor ships bran to a desired port. Depending on destination and partner's requirements, the company ships granular bran from ...

R. Jason Smith, a photographer and graphic design artist, has been creating wonderful works of art for the past decade under his studio name "Original Perspective Photography and Graphic Design" and has created and sold prints of his works, as well as a variety of products featuring his art. Now he's been given the opportunity to design cases for Apple iPhones and iPads on Zazzle.com. These hard-shell cases are easy to grip and ensure that the enclosed iPhone is easy and comfortable to use all day long. iPhone cases make great gifts for any occasion and usually ship ...

Ever wondered while walking in a garden which trees are you surrounded with? What is shocking is that most take them for granted. The fact of the matter is that trees are one of the most precious parts of our environment. And in order to protect and save our environment it is critical to know the trees, to understand their needs and to care for them accordingly. Come join us at our tree identification workshop and get to know our long ignored friend. Like humans, trees have names too and until we know the names of trees, our interest and appreciation for these beautiful ...

Brian Wainstein of GenXXL - Turning 40 can be a psychological hurdle for many people, a magic number that symbolizes the end of their youthful years and the transformation into full adulthood. Most people upon turning 40 battle that transition, holding onto those youthful days by planning outrageous parties on their 40th birthday, maybe purchasing some lavish gift, or planning an extreme sport or event, anything to feel young again. Yet, biologically, their bodies are changing when they reach so-called "middle age." The body's metabolism begins to slow, reactions are not ...

Me and My Big Career is a career exploration book for children's birth through 9 years old. It highlights Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) careers in a fun exciting fictional story format. Career exploration is the process by which students are exposed to diverse future emerging careers that align with their hobbies and interest. Students with specific career goals are driven to acquire the credentials necessary to reach their goals. They study and apply enormous effort. Every moment of education becomes important as they strive to secure high ...

It does not matter if you are naughty or nice, Black Friday shoppers at Metro Center Mall, 9617 N. Metro Parkway West and Desert Sky Mall, 7611 West Thomas Road will receive a treat from the International Academy of Hair Design in their goody bags supplied by the two Arizona malls. The first 250 shoppers in the malls will receive shopping bags of goodies including a coupon for a free kid's haircuts, as well as free samples of either eXo or Peter Hantz shampoo or conditioner. "Everyone wants to look great for the holidays, especially the children who want to have their ...

Retailers are telling the story that they are witnessing a distinct increase in shoplifting and violence which they claim is a direct result of the recession. The most recent crime review by the trade body the British Retail Consortium shows retail theft carried out by the public increased by a third between 2008 and 2009. It makes outrageous reading that a shop theft takes place almost every minute of the day, twenty four hours a day, and is one reason why business experts are requesting that the police and those others who are in authority take retail theft more ...

This time of year, customers have a ton on their plates, and we don't mean delicious turkey and stuffing. The experts at The UPS Store #5422 Jamaica Center located in Jamaica Queens can ease holiday stress by helping with customers' holiday logistics. "Customers are busy running from point A to point B making all the necessary preparations for the holidays," said The UPS Store franchisee Mr. Dyce. "Whether it's packing and shipping gifts to loved ones, shipping luggage ahead to grandma's house, opening a mailbox to receive all those online orders, or printing the family's ...

Sit in the Console Sweetspot "In Session with The Guys" The METAlliance (Music Engineering and Technical Alliance) is presenting the second In Session event, February 19-20, 2011 in NYC at famed Avatar Studios. "In Session with The Guys" attendees will participate and interact with the METAlliance founders in live recording and mixing sessions. By special arrangement, The METAlliance will occupy the historic Avatar Studios for the entire weekend. The inaugural 2010 METAlliance event in Hollywood at the historic studios in the Capitol Records tower was a resounding ...

Bliss Salon and Spa, a hair salon in Lafayette, IN, has announced they will be holding an open house on Friday, November 26th for the holiday shoppers who need a break during the day. The event will be held at Bliss Salon and Spa from 12:00 - 3:00 and will feature local vendors of handmade jewelry, Pampered Chef (kitchen utensils), Scentsy (candles), Thirty One (purses and bags), Wild Tree Food (healthy snacks for the holidays), and live presentations from Benedict Flowers to give ideas on holiday decor. According to Bliss Salon and Spa owner, Bethany Tyrrell, "I wanted ...

(Straight Line PR) -- SAFE International Expands Women's/Family Self Defense Programs throughout Toronto, Ontario, as well as Eastern Ontario. Many women and men join a class to learn self defense, but the best environment to learn the Toronto Self Defense skills is definitely in a private or small group setting. While learning in a class atmosphere might be less expensive and fun, there are several reasons why taking men's or women's self defense lessons privately, with your family or in a small group like our "Best Friends" Course makes the most sense. 1) Location ...

Patricia Gerbarg, MD, Integrative Psychiatrist, researcher, and co-author of the international award-winning How To Use Herbs, Nutrients, and Yoga in Mental Health Care (WW Norton, 2009) with Richard Brown, MD, and Philip Muskin, MD, will discuss "Overcoming Depression and Thoughts of Suicide" with host Andrea Garrison on the Online with Andrea Radio Show Monday, November 22, 2010, from 4:30 to 6:30 pm PT, 7:30 to 9:30 pm ET, at Blog Talk Radio on the Internet. Letricia Hendrix, author of Behind Our Faces: Thoughts and Reasonings of Suicide, will talk about her experiences ...

With over 18 years of experience, T-Rex Car Audio is proud to announce the unveiling of their newly enhanced website. T-Rex Car Audio has been in business at the same Stratford location for more than 10 years while earning multiple national, regional and local awards for their custom automotive electronics installations. T-Rex Car Audio specializes in car audio systems, car starters, car alarms, in-car entertainment, custom installations and more. Selected as the 2009 and 2010 Best High Fidelity Stereo Installer in the region, T-Rex Car Audio continues to be Connecticut's ...

After 15 years cleaning carpets and upholstery for Commerical, Residential and Institutional clients - A Brighter Day Chem-Dry is pleased to offer their expanded service. A Brighter Day Chem-Dry has always been a quality carpet cleaner but many clients don't know that they offer a much broader offering of services including: - Carpets - Area Rugs - Pet Urine Removal - Upholstery - Leather cleaning and restoration - Flood and Disaster Recovery With the newly equiped service trucks and leading edge cleaning we are better able than ever to offer a ...

D. Plump Consulting, a firm specializing in public relations and special events is proud to announce the 5th Annual Denum & Diamonds for Autism event, held on October 23, 2010 at a private estate in Hidden Hills, California, raised over $100-thousand dollars (net) for children with autism. The event, produced by D. Plump Consulting's Founder and Chief Executive Consultant, Daphne Plump, raised the much needed funds for ACT Today! (Autism Care and Treatment Today!). ACT Today! is a national non-profit organization whose mission is to provide access to resources and treatment ...

As post-recession challenges bite, business leaders and managers are evaluating their optimum approach to customers, suppliers and partners. Consensus across all sectors is that a collaborative approach will deliver better value for customers and provide suppliers with a stable environment that encourages sustainable growth. In recognition, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has committed to adopt the first-ever standard on business collaboration - namely BS 11000, developed by BSI. Having already worked with numerous companies on a collaborative basis, the MoD affirms that ...

The International Association for Life Quality (IALQ), an initiative of the Training, Education & Research Institute (TERI), is proud to offer the world's first specialization coursework designed to train professionals to work as Special Needs Life Quality Coaches. Prospective coaches complete a rigorous, 16-week online experiential learning course that opens the doors to an entirely new career opportunity. Individuals are taught to become experts in supporting persons with autism and other developmental and learning disabilities and their families so clients can achieve ...

Vinod (Vin) Gupta, Chairman of the World Education Foundation and a 1967 graduate of IIT Kharagpur, attended the 3-day event in Dehli, India. PanIIT is an umbrella organization covering alumni of all Indian Institutes of Technology. Over the years, these conferences have become one of the leading technology summits for business leaders. This year the PanIIT 2010 Global Conference focused on good governance, knowledge-based economy, entrepreneurial, innovation, and equivalent and happy society. Mrs. Shrimati Pratibha Patil, President of India, addressed the conference ...

If the trio of entrepreneurs in their 60s-plus who co-founded a company called NuuKo are correct, people with executive- level experience are going to have a compelling new way to work. And for some one million Baby Boomers who have such experience and will reach the traditional age of "retirement" within the next five years, it will offer the ability to leave the world of "having a job," while still being useful, staying current, and generating income at a schedule, from a venue and at fees they control. NuuKo Chairman and co-founder Doug Poretz says the company is ...

Business Improvement specialists, Oliver Wight, are launching a user group for their Australian customers. The inaugural meeting of the Proven Path Club will be held at the Foster's Carlton & United Brewhouse in Melbourne on the 2nd December 2010. The Oliver Wight Proven Path Club, which has been running successfully in the United States and Europe for more than 20 years, is designed to provide an opportunity for Oliver Wight clients, past and present, to network, share experiences and exchange ideas. The launch meeting of the Australian club will offer an extensive ...