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Hormones leptin and insulin work together to affect regulation of blood sugar levels, female fertility

New findings by UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers suggest that the hormones leptin and insulin work together in specific neurons in the hypothalamus region of the brain to affect both the regulation of blood sugar levels in the body and, surprisingly, female fertility.

12 Apr 2010

UCCS, Texas A&M Health Science Center announce collaboration in bioenergetics, immunology and cell life

The University of Colorado at Colorado Springs will work collaboratively with the Texas A&M Health Science Center in the areas of bioenergetics, immunology and cell life, according to a memorandum of understanding between the two schools announced Monday, April 10.

12 Apr 2010

Team of neurologists from the U.S. face Canadian neurologists in annual "Neurobowl"

In a competition modeled after TV quiz shows, a team of neurologists from the United States will face Canadian neurologists in the annual "Neurobowl®" on April 11.

12 Apr 2010

BioClinica to showcase expanded suite of services at upcoming global industry conferences

BioClinica, Inc., a leading provider of clinical trial management services will participate in, and present at, key industry conferences during April and May. Principal members of the BioClinica team will participate as expert panelists as well as demonstrate the value of the Company's expanded suite of services at these conferences.

From Clario 12 Apr 2010

Aptium Oncology Myeloma Consortium launched

Aptium Oncology, Inc. today announced the launch of Aptium Oncology Myeloma Consortium (AMyC), a broad-based collaboration that brings together renowned investigators to work with pharmaceutical sponsors to advance clinical and translational research in myeloma and related cancers.

12 Apr 2010

BeaconEquity.com releases investment report on Cord Blood America

BeaconEquity.com announces an investment report featuring umbilical cord blood stem cell preservation company Cord Blood America. The report includes financial, comparative and investment analyses, and industry information you need to know to make an educated investment decision.

12 Apr 2010

Alphatec Spine's first-quarter preliminary consolidated revenues up 25.6%

Alphatec Holdings, Inc., the parent company of Alphatec Spine, Inc., a medical device company that designs, develops, manufactures and markets products for the surgical treatment of spine disorders, with a focus on treating conditions related to the aging spine, announces today that, based on preliminary financial data, the Company will report record consolidated quarterly revenues of approximately $38.4 million for the first quarter 2010, an increase of 25.6% from the $30.6 million reported for the first quarter 2009.

12 Apr 2010

Meijer adds Metformin Immediate Release to free medication program

With diabetes affecting the lives of millions of people throughout the Midwest, Meijer announced plans today to begin offering Metformin Immediate Release, the most commonly prescribed treatment for type 2 diabetes, at no cost to those with a medical prescription. Meijer's program will include doses prescribed in 500mg, 850mg and 1000mg tablets.

12 Apr 2010

Eating fruit and vegetable slightly reduces risk of developing cancer: Study

Although eating more fruit and vegetables has been associated with cancer prevention for some time, it was not clear how strong the effect was.

12 Apr 2010

FBI re-evaluating outsourcing of forensic DNA testing to private labs, Orchid Cellmark praises decision

Orchid Cellmark Inc., a leading international provider of identity DNA testing services, today praised the Federal Bureau of Investigation's (FBI) announcement that it will re-evaluate the requirements for outsourcing forensic DNA testing to private laboratories.

12 Apr 2010

CogniFit, Boomer Authority partner to help baby boomers enhance their quality of lives

CogniFit, Inc., a leading maker of Brain Fitness Software, is partnering with Boomer Authority, a professional association for experts and organizations that specialize in the 50+ Baby Boomer demographic .

12 Apr 2010

Grand opening festivities of Brain Balance Achievement Center in Norwalk

The Brain Balance™ Achievement Center in Norwalk, CT celebrates Grand Opening; Hires Adam Kluger Public Relations to help promote its drug-free program that helps children with AD/HD, Dyslexia, Autism and other learning disabilities become more focused, improve their academic performance and enhance their communication and social interaction skills.

12 Apr 2010

Phase I study of Affinium Pharmaceuticals' AFN-1252 for MRSA initiated

Affinium Pharmaceuticals announced today the commencement of a Phase I study in the United States for its novel molecular entity, AFN-1252, a first in class antibiotic candidate focused on the oral and IV treatment of susceptible and highly resistant strains of Staphylococcus aureus.

12 Apr 2010

DMPC to guarantee DM and wellness outcomes for elite group

Al Lewis, president of the Disease Management Purchasing Consortium, Inc., the founder and first president of the Disease Management Association of America and the person most often credited with establishing the metrics by which disease management is measured announced today that he will be personally validating and guaranteeing disease management (DM) and wellness outcomes for an elite, award-winning group of vendors, health plans, benefits consultants and employers.

12 Apr 2010

Complicating doctors' work: Prescription drug scams and excessive paper work

News outlets examine two issues affecting doctors' work: patients fraudulently seeking prescriptions and overwhelming paper work.

12 Apr 2010

International Red Cross continues to provide much needed relief in Haiti

Three months after an earthquake devastated Haiti, the International Red Cross continues to provide much needed relief to those affected by this tragedy.

12 Apr 2010

Tips to tide over the spring allergy season

Record snow, heavy early spring rains, followed by a rapid warm up have created the perfect storm for allergy season. But allergists from the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology can offer ways to help people find relief.

12 Apr 2010

Brains on Bikes raises funds for brain cancer research and support

Anne Feeley, a 55-year-old mother and brain cancer survivor, began a 3,781-mile ride across the country today to raise money and awareness for brain cancer research and support.

12 Apr 2010

Gene playing crucial role in immune system balance identified

A team led by St. Jude researchers identified a gene pivotal for immune system balance. Ultimately, the discovery may aid efforts to tame allergies and asthma.

12 Apr 2010

March issue of Educational Researcher examines new findings and research directions

Important new findings and new research directions are the hallmarks of the March issue of Educational Researcher, a peer-reviewed publication of the American Educational Research Association. This issue is marked by a breadth of topics, data that debunk conventional wisdom, and articles likely to reframe future research.

12 Apr 2010