9:30 a.m. Abstract 14027/P2049 – Cholesterol deposits on eyelids predict higher risk of heart attack, artery disease and death Cholesterol deposits on eyelids, "xanthelasmata," predict risk for heart attack, artery disease and early death, a Danish study found. Because half of the people with the deposits have normal blood cholesterol levels, scientists said the lesions may be an important independent marker of underlying artery disease. Copenhagen researchers established the presence or absence of xanthelasmata at baseline in 12,939 people. Of these, 1,903 developed ...

San Diego - How do you know what to listen to? In the middle of a noisy party, how does a mother suddenly focus on a child's cry, even if it isn't her own? Bridget Queenan, a doctoral candidate in neuroscience at Georgetown University Medical Center is turning to mustached bats to help her solve this puzzle. At the annual meeting of the Society for Neuroscience in San Diego, Queenan will report that she has found neurons in the brains of bats that seem to "shush" other neurons when relevant communications sounds come in – a process she suggests may be working in ...

San Diego - Neuroscientists at Georgetown University Medical Center can now show, using functional MRI images, why it is that behavior in children and young adolescents veers toward the egocentric rather than the introspective. In findings being presented at the annual meeting of the Society for Neuroscience in San Diego on November 14, the researchers say that the five scattered regions in the brain that make up the default-mode network (DMN) have not started working in concert in youngsters aged six to nine. These areas light up in an fMRI scan, but not simultaneously. The ...

San Diego - A brain scan with functional MRI (fMRI) is enough to predict which patients with pediatric anxiety disorder will respond to "talk therapy," and so may not need to use psychiatric medication, say neuroscientists from Georgetown University Medical Center. Their study, being presented at the annual meeting of the Society for Neuroscience in San Diego, showed that children and adolescents, ages 8 to16, who show fear when looking at happy faces on a screen inside an fMRI scanner were those who had least success with an eight-week course of cognitive behavioral ...

A study led by researchers in the Department of Neurosciences at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine shows unexpected and extensive natural recovery after spinal cord injury in primates. The findings, to be published November 14 in the advance online edition of Nature Neuroscience, may one day lead to the development of new treatments for patients with spinal cord injuries. While regeneration after severe brain and spinal cord injury is limited, milder injuries are often followed by good functional recovery. To investigate how this occurs, UC San ...

PITTSBURGH—University of Pittsburgh researchers have created a nanoscale light sensor that can be combined with near-atomic-size electronic circuitry to produce hybrid optic and electronic devices with new functionality. The team, which also involved researchers from the University of Wisconsin at Madison, reports in Nature Photonics that the development overcomes one of nanotechnology's most daunting challenges. The group, led by Jeremy Levy, a professor of physics and astronomy in Pitt's School of Arts and Sciences, fashioned a photonic device less than 4 nanometers ...

Low levels of vitamin D, the essential nutrient obtained from milk, fortified cereals and exposure to sunlight, doubles the risk of stroke in whites, but not in blacks, according to a new report by researchers at Johns Hopkins. Stroke is the nation's third leading cause of death, killing more than 140,000 Americans annually and temporarily or permanently disabling over half a million when there is a loss of blood flow to the brain. Researchers say their findings, to be presented Nov. 15 at the American Heart Association's (AHA) annual Scientific Sessions in Chicago, back ...

OTTAWA – November 14, 2010 – One of the largest, most extensive worldwide investigations into heart failure, led by the University of Ottawa Heart Institute (UOHI), conclusively proves that a new therapeutic implant synchronizes and strengthens a fading heart beat while reducing risk of death by 24% compared to the current treatment. The research, co-led by Dr. Anthony Tang and Dr. George Wells at the Heart Institute, brings the promise of life-saving treatment for patients with symptoms of mild to moderate heart failure – an increasingly common condition among an aging ...

In today's world of sophisticated organisms proteins are the stars. They are the indispensible catalytic workhorses, carrying out the processes essential to life. But long, long ago ribonucleic acid (RNA) reigned supreme. Now Northwestern University researchers have produced an atomic picture that shows how two of these very old molecules interact with each other. It is a rare glimpse of the transition from an ancient, RNA-based world to our present, protein-catalyst dominated world. The scientists are the first to show the atomic details of how ribonuclease P (RNase ...

Scientists studying genetic data from nearly 50,000 people have uncovered several DNA sequence variations associated with the electrical impulses that make the heart beat. The findings, reported in Nature Genetics, may pave the way for a greater understanding of the mechanisms for abnormal heart rhythms and sudden cardiac death. "Regulation of the heart's rhythm is exceedingly complex," says co-author Glenn I. Fishman, MD, the William Goldring Professor of Medicine and the director of the Leon H. Charney Division of Cardiology at NYU Langone Medical Center. "This study ...

People who sleep poorly or do not get enough sleep have higher levels of inflammation, a risk factor for heart disease and stroke, researchers have found. Data from a recent study are scheduled to be presented Sunday, Nov. 14 at the American Heart Association Scientific Sessions in Chicago by Alanna Morris, MD, a cardiology fellow at Emory University School of Medicine. The results come from surveying 525 middle-aged people participating in the Morehouse-Emory Partnership to Eliminate Cardiovascular Health Disparities (META-Health) study on their sleep quality and sleep ...

Approximately 500,000 Americans require dialysis to treat kidney disease; of that population nearly half of the deaths that occur are caused by cardiovascular disease. Dialysis patients are at elevated risk for sudden cardiac death, but physicians are unclear why these deaths occur because little research has been done to examine how to best manage heart disease in this high-risk population. Northwestern Medicine cardiologist Rod Passman, MD, medical director for the Center for Atrial Fibrillation at the Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute of Northwestern Memorial Hospital ...

The twisting, ladder-like form of the DNA molecule—the architectural floor plan of life—contains a universe of information critical to human health. Enormous effort has been invested in deciphering the genetic code, including, most famously, the Human Genome Project. Nevertheless, the process of reading some three-billion nucleotide "letters" to reveal an individual's full genome remains a costly and complex undertaking. Now biophysicist Stuart Lindsay, of the Biodesign Institute at Arizona State University, has demonstrated a technique that may lead to rapid, low cost ...

DURHAM, N.C. – Pathogenic fungi have been found to protect themselves against unwanted genetic mutations during sexual reproduction, according to researchers at Duke University Medical Center. A gene-silencing pathway protects the fungal genome from mutations imposed by a partner during mating. This pathway was discovered in Cryptococcus neoformans, a fungus that commonly infects humans, causing over one million cases of lung and brain infection each year, and more than 600,000 deaths. A related species, Cryptococcus gattii, is causing an expanding outbreak in the Pacific ...

Other study authors include Sarah Perman, MD, Douglas Smith, Marion Leary, RN, and Lance Becker, MD, at the University of Pennsylvania, and Noah Swann and Dana Edelson, MD at the University of Chicago. CONTACT: At the AHA Scientific Sessions Jessica Mikulski C: 215-796-4829 Email: Jessica.mikulski@uphs.upenn.edu Following the Scientific Sessions Holly Auer O: 215-349-5659 C: 215-200-2313 Email: holly.auer@uphs.upenn.edu Penn Medicine is one of the world's leading academic medical centers, dedicated to the related missions of medical education, biomedical ...

Established in 2009, http://www.sumokitchen.com is a popular and well designed recipe site for Japanese and Asian home cooked food. Started as a hobby by a Japanese girl living in Sydney, it has grown to close to 100 recipes and was featured in Foodies of the World - a book by Australian publishing house Slattery Media, released October 2010. New recipes appear weekly on http://www.sumokitchen.com, including traditional home-cooked fare tailored by Milo, the resident chef. Most popular Japanese recipes include the a super simple Teriyaki Chicken, healthy and delicious ...

On the 13-14 of September PAVA's central office in Barnaul city hosted a collection station for clothes, footwear, bedding, household items and living essentials for the Altay fire victims. On 15th of September the collected items were delivered to common collection points before being directly distributed to the victims of the recent fires. «Many Altay companies felt united these days with the desire to help the victims who are left homeless and need the essential such as food and warm clothes. I was delighted to see the eagerness to help demonstrated by our employees", ...

(www.KAITexas.com) -- KAI Texas, a design and build firm serving the Southwest, is increasing their office space in Fort Worth to accommodate their increasing client base in Tarrant County. KAI Texas is relocating from its offices at 777 Main to 1412 Magnolia in Forth Worth. The move should be complete by late September. "Our expanded presence in Tarrant County will help KAI Texas become a stronger design and build resource to the Fort Worth community," says Darren L. James, AIA, President and COO of KAI Texas. "We expect a 10-15% growth in backlog within the next ...

San Antonio home improvement contractor Dunn-Wright Remodeling, Inc., San Antonio Home Improvement, is offering surety bonds to all customers seeking piece of mind on their next remodeling projects. Dunn-Wright Remodeling President, Jeff Stief, says in today's world given the state of the economy and a nervous buying public, it only makes sense. "With one of the biggest, well known companies in town going out of business, I've had several people, potential buyers, ask me where the guarantee is that their job will get finished," Stief said. "When I explain we've been ...

Upstate Shredding - Ben Weitsman & Son today announced the acquisition of the property and assets of Towanda Iron & Metal, Inc., in an all-cash transaction. The closing will take place on January 2, 2011. The Towanda Iron & Metal scrap metal business, located at One River Street in Towanda, has been serving the northeastern Pennsylvania area for over 60-years. M. Barry Aronson originally purchased the company in 1947 from Sol Spitulnik. Towanda has been engaged in buying scrap metals from industry, brokers and individuals, and grading and preparing ferrous and nonferrous ...

Junior Rank is pleased to announce that it has formed a strategic alliance with DSA Media Group, one of the nation's premier event and marketing firms. As a national presence in the world of football recruiting and talent development, Junior Rank recognizes the inherent possibilities that a partnership with DSA Media Group brings to the table. "We are excited to add the expertise and dare I say, swagger, of DSA Media Group," said Junior Rank CEO and founder Shaon Berry. "Their capabilities in terms of sponsorship and marketing is second to none and their proven track ...

Famed sister, speaker, author and domestic violence movement global leader, Denise Brown will appear on BlogTalkRadio's My Crew Magazine" Show (http://blogtalkradio.com/My-Crew-Magazine) with host Kim Kelly, Editor-In-Chief of My Crew Magazine on Tuesday, November 16, 2010, at 7 pm, Pacific, and 11 pm Eastern. The exclusive interview will highlight Brown's 16 years of tireless work bringing awareness to the domestic violence issue helping give victims the courage and empowerment needed to leave the dangerous and most likely life-threatening situation and finally live a ...

Panty by Post is a monthly subscription service that sends a French panty in the mail to your loved one. There are many styles to choose from and two different lines. It's simple and convenient to use, go to http://www.pantybypost.com, select the duration of the package (2X, 3X, 6X or all year long, 12X), the style (thong, bikini, hipster or mix) and size (we carry small to XXXL). We ship worldwide! Price Range: $25 for a single panty to $198 for a panty a month for a year. "People love the simplicity of ordering a thoughtful and unique gift, from the convenience ...

These little spheres are going to unlock a whole new world of imagination. They are the Zoobles from SpinMaster. More information on these toys can be found at the newly launched kids' friendly website, ZooblesToys.org. "The Zoobles starts as little spheres, but when they get put on the magic box, they spring to life - unlocking adorable, kaleidoscopic characters that children are going to want to collect play with, get the playset, and have a wonderful imaginative time," said Ingo Haupt, editor of ZooblesToys.org. Will Zoobles be the Toy of Christmas 2010? Only ...

In 2009, Americans spent more than $11 billion on self-improvement products; the average reader clearly believes he has room to grow. Brain Snacks for Teens on the Go! 50 Smart Ideas to Turbo-Charge Your Life by Alex Southmayd, has just entered the fight vying for a piece of this large pie. At the tender age of seventeen, the author now finds himself fighting behemoth brands such as Who Moved My Cheese and Rich Dad, Poor Dad; as it turns out, he fares quite well. Compared with titles like Women are Crazy, Men Are Stupid and Chicken Soup for the Soul: Living Your ...