DUBLIN–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/c3dk23/nanotechnology) has announced the addition of the “Nanotechnology Market Outlook 2017″ report to their offering. Nanotechnology has been the greatest impetus to technological and industrial development in the 21st century and has been recognized as the resource for the next industrial revolution. The evolving technology has already influenced a large number of industrial segments, and the economic activity generated from it has been high in magnitude and wide in scope Continue reading
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Liberty Global Announces Additional Senior Management Appointments
ENGLEWOOD, Colo.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Liberty Global, Inc. (Liberty Global, or the Company) (NASDAQ: LBTYA, LBTYB and LBTYK) is pleased to announce that it will appoint Robert Dunn, currently Managing Director (MD) of UPC Netherlands, to the position of Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Virgin Media (NASDAQ: VMED; LSE: VMED) upon the closing of that acquisition Continue reading
Eagles Talent Motivational Speakers Bureau Now Represents John C. Havens, Futurist, Mashable Contributor, Technology …
South Orange, New Jersey (PRWEB) May 14, 2013 John C. Havens is a futurist keynote speaker, contributing writer for Mashable.com, author of the book Tactical Transparency (published by Wiley), and emerging/social media consultant who has worked with clients including Gillette, HP, P&G, Merck, Microsoft, and Wal-Mart. Continue reading
Health Care Reform Brings Michigan A New, Consumer-Owned Insurer
EAST LANSING Michigans newest health insurance company, Consumers Mutual Insurance of Michigan, is preparing to deliver health insurance that is focused on the needs of consumers, particularly low-and moderate-income residents and small businesses in need of high quality, low-cost insurance options. Consumers Mutual received $72 million in a federal loan as part of the Affordable Care Act to become a Consumer Operated and Oriented Plan (CO-OP) health insurer operating much as a statewide credit union where interests of members control company decisions Continue reading
Freedom to Marry Partners with Cellar Angels for Wine Charity Event to Support Marriage
CHICAGO, April 15, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — In an effort to raise national awareness surrounding the importance of why marriage matters for loving and committed same-sex couples, Freedom to Marry is partnering with online wine company Cellar Angels for an unprecedented wine event. Cellar Angels is the only cause-based wine company combining private and exclusive weekly wine offers with custom videos of the winery and an opportunity for the consumer to select a contribution recipient. Beginning April 16 and lasting only five days, Freedom to Marry will become a selection choice for consumers. Continue reading
Goldman Signs Liberty Harbor as BDC
In order to counter the Volcker Rule, The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. Continue reading
New Report Underscores the Importance of Safe Medicine Storage
WASHINGTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)– According to the new report An In-Depth Look at Keeping Young Children Safe Around Medicines, released today from Safe Kids Worldwide, seven of 10 emergency department visits for medicine poisonings are due to curious young children getting into their grandparents or mothers medicine that was left within reach. The report notes one of the most effective ways to reverse this trend is through safe medicine storage at home and when traveling. Continue reading
Liquipel Demonstrates the Latest in Liquid Protection Nanotechnology at SXSW
AUSTIN, TX–(Marketwire – Mar 13, 2013) – SOUTH BY SOUTHWEST (SXSW) — Liquipel, LLC, makers of the award-winning Watersafe nanotechnology that protects your electronics from accidental water damage, will be at the Empire Garage and Control Room during South by Southwest. They will be showcasing their newly debuted Liquipel 2.0 nanocoating technology for mobile phones, headphones, microphones and more. Liquipel will demonstrate the Liquipel 2.0 technology, which represents the latest in nanocoating science, technology and manufacturing process with marked improvements on durability, corrosion resistance and water protection from its predecessor. Continue reading
Futurist Says U.S. Entering Golden Age of Agriculture
FARGO What do cell phones, baby kangaroos and DNA mapping have to do with agriculture? A lot, potentially, according to futurist Lowell Catlett, a featured speaker Tuesday at the 2013 Northern Soybean Expo held at the Fargo Holiday Inn. With the cost of buying a home the lowest its ever been in the United States and the price of food relative to income going down, Catlett said the jump in disposable income is creating oodles of new markets for farm producers to exploit. Continue reading
Futurist says US entering 'golden age' of agriculture
Futurist Lowell Catlett Lowell Catlett, regent’s professor and dean and chief administrative officer at New Mexico State University’s College of Agriculture, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, speaks at this morning’s session of the Northern Soybean Expo in Fargo. Dave Olson / The Forum FARGO What do cellphones, baby kangaroos and DNA mapping have to do with agriculture? Continue reading
Health Care Industry Access Initiative Summit 2013 Slated for Next Week
WASHINGTON, Feb. Continue reading
Amazing NASA Sun Photos Outshine Ultra HDTVs
A NASA spacecraft that constantly stares at the sun for signs of solar storms snaps images and videos so detailed that even the latest ultra-high-definition televisions can’t keep up. The spacecraft, called the Solar Dynamics Observatory, is responsible for some of the mostamazing photos of solar flaresand other sun weather events. Continue reading
Liquipel 2.0 Debuts Latest in Nanotechnology Science at CES
LAS VEGAS, NV–(Marketwire – Jan 7, 2013) – Liquipel LLC, the sole owner and licensor of the Liquipel technology (http://www.liquipel.com/), announced today new scientific breakthroughs in nanotechnology protection, dubbing them “Liquipel 2.0.” The science behind Liquipel 2.0 represents significant advancements in durability, corrosion resistance and water protection. Extensive company testing has shown Liquipel 2.0 to be up to 100 times more effective than its predecessor, Liquipel 1.0, while maintaining component integrity and RF sensitivity Continue reading
Reed Tuckson: Health Care Technology at Your Fingertips
Scores of people from around the world are coming to Las Vegas to see the future of technology at the annual Consumer Electronics Show, the world’s largest consumer technology trade show. What might surprise people is that the next cutting-edge technologies may not be a smart TV or a tablet — they are health-related innovations that are already in their hands. A majority of Americans — 53 percent, according to a recent national survey — don’t use consumer electronics to access important health care information, options and services Continue reading
National Survey Finds Less Than 5 Percent of Teens Abuse OTC Cough Medicine
WASHINGTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA) President and CEO Scott Melville issued the following statement regarding the 2012 National Institute on Drug Abuses (NIDAs) Monitoring the Future survey findings on teen abuse of over-the-counter (OTC) cough medicine containing dextromethorphan (DXM). Abuse of dextromethorphan was reported to be 3 percent among eighth graders, 4.7 percent among tenth graders, and 5.6 percent among twelfth graders, bringing the overall average to under 5 percent. The percentage of teens who report abusing OTC cough medicine has held steady around 5 percent over the last five years Continue reading
Researchers Track The Origins Of HIV Through Genetic Variants
April Flowers for redOrbit.com – Your Universe Online A new study, led by Alfred Roca of the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences ( ACES ) at the University of Illinois, reveals that human immunodeficiency virus ( HIV ) may have affected humans for much longer than is currently believed. Roca, an assistant professor, believes the genomes of an isolates West African … Continue reading
University of Utah Health Care First Hospital System in Country to Post Online Physician Reviews and Comments
SALT LAKE CITY–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Health care consumers considering a physician at University of Utah Health Care now have an additional tool online access to the systems patient satisfaction scores and comments. Continue reading
New rules for 'Obamacare' implementation released – scrutinized by insurers, employers, states, consumers
Long-awaited draft regulations offer new guidance to insurers, states and employers. USA Today: Administration Unveils Health Care Regulations The Obama administration released new health care regulations Tuesday that preclude insurers from adjusting premiums based on pre-existing or chronic health conditions, tell states what benefits must be included in health exchange plans, and allow employers to reward employees who work to remain healthy (Kennedy, 11/20). The Washington Post: Obama Administration Officials Propose Altered Rules For Health Insurers The Obama administration proposed new rules Tuesday that would loosen some of the 2010 health-care law’s mandates on insurers while tightening others. Continue reading
Jozi Tourism the world ‘s best?
The Johannesburg Tourism Company (JTC) has been nominated as World’s Leading Tourist Board at the World Travel Awards 2012. “This being the second time Joburg Tourism has been nominated, we’re thrilled with the news, and call on all our stakeholders to please support our nomination by voting online for JTC,” acting JTC CEO Phelisa Mangcu said in a statement on Tuesday. Now in its 19th year, the World Travel Awards is regarded as the highest achievement in travel, tourism and hospitality. Continue reading
Freedom Steel Buildings Keep On Getting Bigger
Freedom Steel Buildings, the leading supplier of pre-fabricated metal buildings around the globe is leading the way once again. Metal Buildings have been the leading solution for mid-sized building usage for many years, however, Freedom Steel’s customers are expanding their limits and taking them to new heights in ways never before thought of. Recent sales include, a truck storage facility delivered to Mt. Continue reading