Inflammatory molecules released by pollen trigger allergies
How do pollen particles provoke allergic reactions? A new study in the February 21 issue of The Journal of Experimental Medicine puts some of the blame on bioactive molecules that are released from pollen. These molecules bind to immune cells and cause them to launch a typical allergy-promoting immune response. Pollen from plants exposed to air pollutants produce more of these allergy-provoking c...Clam embryo study shows pollutant mixture adversely affects nerve cell development
A scientist at the Marine BiologicalLaboratory (MBL) has published the results of an EPA-funded clam embryostudy that supports her hypothesis that, when combined, the pollutantsbromoform, chloroform, and tetrachloroethylene--a chemical cocktailknown as BCE--can act synergistically to alter a key regulator in nervecell development. While scientists have previously studied the effectsof these...Solution to Pollution: New Bacteria Eats Toxic Waste
Utah State University researchers recently discovered a new bacteria that is a natural cleanser for contaminated soil. The bacteria, now being used around the world, is an inexpensive and highly effective solution to pollution. “This project shows mother nature’s capability to be a master engineer,?said Ron Sims, biological and irrigation engineering department head. “Past disposal practi...Transgenic plants remove more selenium from polluted soil than wild plants, new tests show
In the first field trial of plants genetically tweaked to absorb more contaminants, researchers found that the transgenic plants handily beat out their wild-type counterparts. The results raised hopes that the plants might become a viable alternative for cleaning up polluted soil. The new research findings, published Feb. 1 in the journal Environmental Science and Technology, show that th...UN environmental agency steps up battle against marine pollution
Coastal pollution, including plastic waste, discarded lead-acid batteries and used oils and lubricants, will come under renewed attack under a new agreement signed by the United Nations environmental agency and an international treaty body controlling hazardous wastes. The Memorandum of Understanding, signed last week in Nairobi, Kenya, by the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) Regional Seas Program...Apollo Hospitals to consider listing on US Bourses in 2003
Health care major Apollo Hospitals announced on Thursday that plans are afoot to consider listing on US bourses in 2003. "We would consider listing on the US bourses after 2002," Pratap C Reddy, chairman of the Apollo Hospitals group said, adding it was a part of the business plan for the post-2002 period. Though further details are not available at the moment, Dr. Reddy added that plans...Air pollution affects the heart
Air pollution is known for its adverse effects on the heart among the young and old.There are tiny pollutant particles called PM10s, which have a diameter of less than ten micrometres. These can cause problems with lung and heart function, by entering the circulation, especially in people with pre-existing disease. According to a new study by researchers at Harvard University now reve...Benzene Slick In China Highlights Water Pollution
The plight of an estimated 190 million Chinese, who regularly drink polluted water, is now in sharp focus due to the benzene slick moving down the Songhua river, causing the suspension of drinking water supply to 3.8 million people in Harbin city.// "In China, freshwater is being threatened from population pressure and rapid economic development," the Worldwide Fund for Nature (WWF) s...Pollution- hazardous for diabetics
Particulate pollution raises the risk of heart problems for diabetic patients.Tiny particles called PM10s, an important component of atmospheric pollution, are known to cause both respiratory and heart problems. Researchers in the US looked at Medicare data for Cook County Illinois for 1988 to 1994 and have uncovered a link between PM10 exposure and heart problems in people with diabetes....The Apollo Primary Knee System
Description:Maximum contact. Minimum wear. Outstanding results....The Apollo Posterior Stabilized Knee System
Description:Maximum contact. Minimum wear. Outstanding results....Mitty-Pollack Needle Set - Standard
Description:Used as a percutaneous entry needle to introduce wire guides. The coaxial design reduces potential A.V. malformations. Supplied sterile in peel-open packages. Intended for one-time use....New Poll Shows Men, Women Incorrectly Blame Symptoms of Low Testosterone on Normal Aging
Women Report Partner's Symptoms Negatively Affect Relationship BOCA RATON, Fla., June 25, 2007 /PRNewswire/ -- Results of a newnationwide survey show that more than half of women whose malepartners have symptoms of a medical condition known as lowtestosterone incorrectly attribute them to the normal course ofaging. The survey also found that, while women believe their malepartner's sympto...Apollo's human proteins boost stem cell research
SYDNEY, Australia, June 21, 2007-At a time when Australianscientists are fighting hard to keep pace with overseas researchand development, an Australian biotech company is leading the worldin the production of human proteins for stem cell research. Apollo CEO John Priest said the company's human proteins areunique in the way they help stem cells to develop into specificcell types s...Apollo develops needle-free topical vaccine
SYDNEY, April 30, 2007-Australian bio-discovery company ApolloLife Sciences has released results of preliminary trials of itspatented needle-free vaccine technology, which delivers tetanusvaccine transdermally (through the skin) without the need for aninjection. According to Apollo CEO John Priest, the research points the wayto the possibility that flu injections may soon be a thin...