Public release date: 22-May-2013 [ | E-mail | Share ] Contact: Michael Bernstein m_bernstein@acs.org 202-872-6042 American Chemical Society A new, streamlined approach to genetic engineering drastically reduces the time and effort needed to insert new genes into bacteria, the workhorses of biotechnology, scientists are reporting. Published in the journal ACS Synthetic Biology, the method paves the way for more rapid development of designer microbes for drug development, environmental cleanup and other activities. Continue reading
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Fast new, one-step genetic engineering technology
May 22, 2013 A new, streamlined approach to genetic engineering drastically reduces the time and effort needed to insert new genes into bacteria, the workhorses of biotechnology, scientists are reporting. Continue reading
Protesters in China call for press freedom – Video
Protesters in China call for press freedom to see more videos here: http://www.youtube.com/ArabLiveBroadcast for copyright listed in the video. Continue reading
Kerry says religious freedom is the right of every human being
WASHINGTON, May 21 (UPI) — U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry said the freedom to profess and practice one’s faith is the birthright of every human being, not just an American invention. In remarks coinciding with the release of the 2012 International Religious Freedom Report, Kerry said religious freedom is “ingrained in every human heart” and recognized under international law. Continue reading
Kerry: Religious freedom is a "birthright"
Unveiling an annual report on the global status of religious freedom, Secretary of State John Kerry on Monday reinforced America’s commitment to promoting freedom of religion worldwide, and pledged to push restrictive countries – including U.S. allies — toward expanded rights even if it makes them “uncomfortable.” In brief remarks at the State Department briefing room, Kerry touted the annual report as a “clear-eyed, objective look at the state of religious freedom around the world” and a catalogue of “discrimination and violence in countries ranging from established democracies to entrenched dictatorships.” He stressed the historic American struggle for religious freedom, and acknowledged “we have at times had to push and work and struggle to fully live up to the promise of our founding.” Among the countries detailed in the report as restrictive of religious liberty include Saudi Arabia, North Korea, Cuba, Iran, and several U.S Continue reading
Heart created with aerospace technology – Video
Heart created with aerospace technology http://moviedvdo.com/ Heart created with aerospace technology Researchers in China have created an artificial heart that has kept a sheep alive for a record … By: mazilnews Continue reading
Medical School of Nanchang University – Video
Medical School of Nanchang University Medical School of Nanchang University, www.ncu.edu.cn, the key comprehensive provincial institution and one of the key constructive universities of China sup… By: SaraswatiOnline Continue reading
In conversation: China’s geostrategic influence in the Pacific Islands – Jenny Hayward-Jones – Video
In conversation: China's geostrategic influence in the Pacific Islands – Jenny Hayward-Jones China's activities in the Pacific Islands are being viewed akin to its growing geo-strategic role in Asia. Continue reading
China not Challenging United States Primacy in Pacific Islands, Says New Lowy Institute Analysis
SYDNEY, May 16, 2013 /PRNewswire/ –In a new Lowy Institute for International Policy Analysis, Jenny Hayward-Jones, Director of The Myer Foundation Melanesia Program, provides a sober assessment of China’s growing engagement in the Pacific Islands region. She argues that it is inaccurate and potentially counter-productive to view China’s activities in the region in geo-strategic terms. China’s activities in the Pacific Islands are being viewed akin to its growing geo-strategic role in Asia Continue reading
Living in the Chinese Countryside – World Travel – Video
Living in the Chinese Countryside – World Travel I recently returned from a year abroad living and teaching in China. My first school was a public school in the Sichuan province six hours East of Chengdu. I.. Continue reading
Personalized Medicine Market Analysis
NEW YORK, May 15, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue: Personalized Medicine Market Analysis http://www.reportlinker.com/p0444446/Personalized-Medicine-Market-Analysis.html#utm_source=prnewswire&utm_medium=pr&utm_campaign=Therapy Advancements in the field of genomics have created ample opportunities for personalized medicines to emerge in the healthcare industry. Personalized medicine represents an interface of therapeutics and diagnostics Continue reading
Chinese ships in disputed-islands waters: Japan
TOKYO (AFP) – Three Chinese government ships remained in the waters off disputed Tokyo-controlled islands for nearly 12 hours on Monday, Japan’s coastguard said, as a long-running row shows no sign of fading. Maritime surveillance vessels were spotted in the 12-nautical-mile zone off the Senkaku islands, which China calls the Diaoyus, in the East China Sea shortly after 9:00 am (0000 GMT), the coastguard said. Continue reading
Three Chinese ships spotted in disputed islands waters: Japan's coastguard
TOKYO: Three Chinese government ships remained in the waters off disputed Tokyo-controlled islands for nearly 12 hours on Monday, Japan’s coastguard said, as a long-running row shows no sign of fading. Maritime surveillance vessels were spotted in the 12-nautical-mile zone off the Senkaku islands, which China calls the Diaoyus, in the East China Sea shortly after 9:00 am, the coastguard said. Continue reading
Chinese ships spotted in disputed islands waters: Japan
Three Chinese government ships remained in the waters off disputed Tokyo-controlled islands for nearly 12 hours on Monday, Japan’s coastguard said, as a long-running row shows no sign of fading. Maritime surveillance vessels were spotted in the 12-nautical-mile zone off the Senkaku islands, which China calls the Diaoyus, in the East China Sea shortly after 9:00 am (0000 GMT), the coastguard said. They left the zone shortly before 9:00 pm. Continue reading
Embraer Selects Liebherr-Aerospace for Several Major Systems on the E-Jet G2
Embraer has selected Liebherr-Aerospace as the supplier of the advanced high lift system and the integrated air management system for the next generation of their highly successful E-Jet commercial aircraft. Embraer has chosen the best of the latest-generation solutions in high lift and air management. Liebherrs systems will provide higher reliability and lower operating costs for our airline customers. Continue reading
Shen Yun Is an ‘Unexpected Mixture’ of ‘Spirituality, Music, and Entertainment,’ Says Vaccine Specialist
Adriana and Danie Perez attend Shen Yun Performing Arts at Chicago’s Cadillac Palace Theater, on May 11. Continue reading
US Religious Freedom Chairwoman Speaks Up for Free Press in China – Video
US Religious Freedom Chairwoman Speaks Up for Free Press in China The US International Religious Freedom Commission released its annual report on April 30th. At a press briefing yesterday (May 8) the Chairwoman of the Commi.. Continue reading
67% of alternative medicine users are women
More and more patients are turning toward alternative medicine because modern medicine is expensive and has failed to treat diseases such as cancer, said Abdullah Al-Badah, executive director of the national society for complementary and alternative medicine. Continue reading
China reiterates sovereignty over Diaoyu islands
Beijing, May 9 (IANS) China has reiterated its claim over disputed Diaoyu islands, stating that they are its “inherent territory”. A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said Wednesday that the Diaoyu island and its affiliated islets were part of China’s inherent territory and had never been part of Liuqiu or Okinawa, reported Xinhua. The ministry reacted after the People’s Daily, the flagship newspaper of the Communist Party of China (CPC), Wednesday published an article –”On the Treaty of Shimonoseki and the Diaoyu Islands Issue” — which discusses Japanese sovereignty over Okinawa island. Continue reading
Tong Ren Tang Chinese Medicine Doubles on Debut: Hong Kong Mover
Beijing Tong Ren Tang Chinese Medicine Co. more than doubled from the offer price on its first day of trading in Hong Kong amid speculation the seller of traditional drugs and health products will boost profitability. The shares rose to HK$7.01 at the midday trading break in the city, about 2.3 times the offer price of HK$3.04 Continue reading