UCLA launches $20 million stem cell institute to investigate HIV, cancer and neurological disorders
Experts in bioengineering, imaging, molecular genetics, immunology, ethics, hematology/oncology and cellular biology to collaborate on Proposition 71 research Drawing together experts from fields as diverse as engineering to molecular biology, UCLA officials announced March 16 the formation of the Institute for Stem Cell Biology and Medicine to conduct embryonic and adult stem cell resear...UNC launches study of liver injury caused by drugs
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is one of five clinical centers nationwide to receive funds from the National Institutes of Health to study why good medications are sometimes bad for the liver. During the next seven years, the Drug-Induced Liver Injury Network, or DILIN, will study patients who have suffered severe liver injury caused by prescription and over-the-counter m...Affymetrix Launches New Globin-Reduction Kits and Protocol Developed with PreAnalytiX
Affymetrix Inc. (Nasdaq: AFFX), announced today the launch of the new GeneChip(R) Globin-Reduction kits and associated protocol developed in conjunction with PreAnalytiX -- a joint venture between QIAGEN N.V. (Nasdaq: QGEN; Frankfurt, Prime Standard: QIA) and BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company). The new kits optimize the PreAnalytiX PAXgene(TM) Blood RNA System for use with Affymetrix GeneChip tec...DOE JGI launches IMG public online microbial genome data clearinghouse
As the microbial world comes to light through DNA sequencing, the new Integrated Microbial Genomes (IMG) data management system of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Joint Genome Institute (JGI) will deliver valuable information for the benefit of the global research community. "The IMG system is an essential enhancement to the computational toolkit supported by DOE," said Dr. Aristides...StrandVision launches reseller program
digital signage products and subscription services to customers without major investments in technology o...PKWare launches new enterprise product line, adds new features to PKZip
Brown Deer, Wis. Information technology professionals often face the challenge of delivering cost-effective and secure data management solutions designed to maximize both storage and bandwidth efficiency, while providing seamless, easy-to-use solutions for their users. PKWare has announced SecureZip, a new family of products designed for enterprise customers that seek encryption and authenticati...GE Launches Women's Health Initiative
GE Medical Systems is launching a national tour designed to educate women about the importance of their own health and wellness. The "GE Women's Health & Wellness Tour" will kick off its cross-country journey September 17 in San Francisco. "Empowering women with information about medical screening and prevention is the first step to making a more proactive approach to managing their h...Merge launches diagnostic mammography workstation in Europe
Merge, a medical imaging software and services provider, said the workstation, known commercially as Merge Mammo version...Einstein Wireless launches cellular alert system
The implementation, the first of its kind in the United States, will use Einstein's GSM network, which...Glaxo launches pills to help smokers quit in 7-12 weeks
GLAXO SmithKline India has launched an oral treatment for smoking, called Zyban. The pill (generic - Bupropion Hydrochloride) is reportedly the first product aimed at stopping smoking and is available at Rs. 40 per tablet. Speaking to newspersons, Mr. Kalyanasundaram, Director (Pharmaceuticals), Glaxo India Ltd, said the complete treatment osts about Rs. 5000 and takes about 7-12 weeks....Ajanta Launches World's First Once-A-Day Nimesulide Oral Formulation
The Mumbai-based Ajanta Pharmaceuticals (APL) has launched its once-a-day 200mg controlled release nimesulide brand Nimlodi for arthritis. Nimlodi, which was developed by the Company through new drug delivery system, is the world's first once-a-day nimesulide brand for the treatment of arthritis. Ajanta, which manufactures both Allopathic and Ayurvedic medicines, developed this oral formu...Dr Reddy’s Laboratories launches Hyalosy
The Hyderabad-based Dr Reddy’s Laboratories has launched Hyalosyn (sodium hyaluronate), an intra-articular injection that provides relief from knee-joint stiffness and immobility among patients suffering from severe osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is a widely prevalent disease. More than 90 per cent of people above the age of 45 are estimated to show signs of this disease, and it is the le...Serum Institute Launches New Tetanus-Diphtheria Vaccine
India's leading vaccine manufacturer Serum Institute of India has manufactured for the first time first indigenous Tetanus and Diphtheria (Td) vaccines // . The vaccine is called Td-Vac and will combat the deadly diphtheria and tetanus among both adolescents and adults. The new vaccine will replace the existing TT (Tetanus) vaccine, which is normally administered after an injury. <br...Scottish Health Minister Launches Organ Donor Plan
Scottish Health Minister, Andy Kerr has urged to increase awareness of organ donation among his country people as it could save lot of human loss dying // due to organ failure and non-availability of organ donors. Organ failure of heart and liver causes heavy human loss of young people and their lives depend on organ transplantation. The Ministry is popularizing the usage of Donor cards...