"Wellcome's Collectors," Ross MacFarlane, The Royal Society, London. November 2nd

Posted on October 6, 2012 by ev1

Oh, if only I were still in London... The inimitable Ross MacFarlane, genius moderator of last month's Congress for Curious Peoples, London edition on Henry Wellcome's collectors, at The Royal Society, London, on November 2:

Wellcome's Collectors1:00 pm – 2:00 pm on Friday 02 November 2012
at The Royal Society, London
History of science lecture by Ross MacFarlane.

Event details
Ross MacFarlane is Academic Engagement Officer at the Wellcome Library, London.
Pharmacist, philanthropist – and Fellow of the Royal Society – Sir Henry Wellcome is now widely recognised as one of the most acquisitive of collectors during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. But Wellcome’s collection of historical objects was not the work of one man acting alone. This talk will aim to bring forth from the shadows of his store rooms the men and women who bid, bought, and collected in Wellcome’s name.

Attending this event
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Image: Photograph of Wellcome Museum staff with artefacts (Wellcome Library, London)

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Integrative Nutrition Holds September Health Coaching Conference

Posted on October 6, 2012 by ev1

New York, NY (PRWEB) October 06, 2012

The Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN), the worlds largest nutrition school, held its first health coaching conference of the season this past weekend at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City. The live health coaching conference brought together more than 800 students from over 10 countries around the world, with another 5,000 tuning in online for the first time to watch the lectures via Live Stream.

Theres nothing like the buzz of energy, enthusiasm, and passion that happens when the Integrative Nutrition community gets together to connect in one place, said Integrative Nutrition Founder, Director, and Primary Teacher Joshua Rosenthal, MScEd. This conference was such an inspiration. I hope that all who attended or tuned in are more motivated than ever to do the work they love and be role models of health and positive change in their communities and beyond.

Attendees were inspired and educated by New York Times food writer Mark Bittman; Ayurvedic expert John Douillard, DC; psychiatrist and self-help advisor Daniel Amen, MD; expert in healing and patient empowerment Bernie Siegel, MD; and natural foods expert Andrea Beaman.

The conference was open to select classes of current students of Integrative Nutritions flagship course, the Health Coach Training Program, an innovative online course that combines nutrition education with real-world business training. The course empowers Integrative Nutrition graduates to launch new careers as Health Coaches.

All other Integrative Nutrition students and graduates were able to view the entire conference online, and for the first time select sessions of the conference were even accessible to the general public via Live Stream.

Integrative Nutrition will be holding a second live conference for select classes of students the weekend of October 20-21, 2012 in New York City. All other students and graduates will be granted Live Stream access, and select sessions will be also accessible to the general public.

The second live conference will feature Rosenthal as well as the following keynote speakers:

Im so excited to offer everyone live access to select sessions of our upcoming conference, said Rosenthal. I encourage anyone whos passionate about health and wellness to tune in to be inspired and learn from our community and this amazing lineup of distinguished keynote speakers.

About The Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN) Founded by Joshua Rosenthal, MScEd, in 1992, the Institute for Integrative Nutrition has grown from a small classroom of passionate individuals to a global community of nearly 30,000 students and graduates in 100 countries worldwide. Its flagship course, the IIN Health Coach Training Program, teaches students to become successful Health Coaches who can effect positive, long-lasting change. The schools unique curriculum teaches a wide variety of skills in health coaching, nutrition education, business management, and healthy lifestyle choices. Visit http://www.integrativenutrition.com for more information

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Longevity Global Inc. Now Launches New LDG Series Of Modern And Powerful Diesel Generators

Posted on October 6, 2012 by ev1

Longevity Global Inc., the leading brand to manufacture the best welding and cutting machines now have launched its new and advanced range of portable generators. Now people will not have to use those bulky and expensive generators which produce harmful smoke more than the power output. Longevitys new LDG series of portable generators can be the best replacement for all the other cumbersome power back-up machines available in the market.

Hayward, CA (PRWEB) October 06, 2012

Longevitys LDG series of diesel generators are designed to provide the users with mobile and housing backup power. These new power back-up units are more efficient because these are powered by Longevitys top direct fuel injected diesel engine with its sturdy yet efficient design and powered by diesel fuel. The diesel engines installed offer twice the compression of ordinary gasoline engines found in gasoline generator, resulting in a longer operating life and more efficient productivity. Diesel fuel is also less volatile in comparison to gasoline making it much safer to store and use. The diesel engines are protected by an oil alert lamp. If the oil alert lamp lights, the generator will go into safe mode and shut down. The Automatic Voltage Regulator (AVR) makes every unit safe to use with the most precious electronics such as computers, refrigerators, televisions, power tools, etc. The AVR will regulate the output voltage for all devices to prevent excess or insufficient voltage during operation. Each generator is also digital start ready for automatic power to the start.

For smooth and quiet operation, the new all diesel generator models are enclosed in a steel frame which is very rigid, insulated with sound proof material and isolated by motor mounts. Beside Longevitys new LDG series of power back-up equipment, they also pride themselves in selling economy Gasoline powered, propane powered, and natural gas generators. These generate electricity with a much quieter ambience than markets any other generators with several options. Along with these technologically modern generators Longevitys manufactured welding equipment and cutting tools have helped the company to sustain its dominance among other market players. Longevitys inventory has hundreds of welding machines which are designed for precise quality gas welding, Tig welding and Mig welding.

About the company:

Longevity Welding is providing its dedicated service since 2001. It is growing at a phenomenal pace with high customer satisfaction, innovative products and efficient industrial production. It works in different parts of world with distributors in Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Australia, United Kingdom, and multiple other countries. Longevity Welding serve globally with manufacturing facilities with its logistic companies to effectively distribute products in a punctual and effective manner. To know more visit http://www.longevity-inc.com

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California to vote on ‘genetically modified’ labels

Posted on October 6, 2012 by ev1

LOS ANGELES -- Calories. Nutrients. Serving size. How about produced with genetic engineering?

California voters will soon decide whether to require certain raw and processed foods to carry such a label.

In a closely watched test of consumers appetite for genetically modified foods, the special label is being pushed by organic farmers and advocates who are concerned about what people eat even though the federal government and many scientists contend such foods are safe.

More than just food packaging is at stake. The outcome could reverberate through American agriculture, which has long tinkered with the genes of plants to reduce disease, ward off insects and boost the food supply.

International food and chemical conglomerates, including Monsanto Co. and DuPont Co., have contributed about $35 million to defeat Proposition 37 on the November ballot. It also would ban labeling or advertising genetically altered food as natural. Its supporters have raised just about one-tenth of that amount.

If voters approve the initiative, California would become the first state to require disclosure of a broad range of foods containing genetically modified organisms, or GMOs. Food makers would have to add a label or reformulate their products to avoid it. Supermarkets would be charged with making sure their shelves are stocked with correctly labeled items.

Genetically altered plants grown from seeds engineered in the laboratory have been a mainstay for more than a decade. Much of the corn, soybean, sugar beets and cotton cultivated in the United States today have been tweaked to resist pesticides or insects. Most of the biotech crops are used for animal feed or as ingredients in processed foods including cookies, cereal, potato chips and salad dressing.

Proponents say explicit labeling gives consumers information about how a product is made and allows them to decide whether to choose foods with genetically modified ingredients.

Theyre fed up. They want to know whats in their food, said Stacy Malkan, spokeswoman for the California Right to Know campaign.

Agribusiness, farmers and retailers oppose the initiative, claiming it would lead to higher grocery bills and leave the state open to frivolous lawsuits. Kathy Fairbanks, spokeswoman for the No on 37 campaign, said labels would be interpreted as a warning and confuse shoppers.

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DNA expert: Ken Bluew the 'single source' of blood found on pregnant Jennifer Webb's clothes, vehicle

Posted on October 6, 2012 by ev1

SAGINAW, MI Kenneth T. Bluew's DNA matches the DNA from at least 26 bloodstains examined in connection with the apparent suicide of the woman who was eight months pregnant with his son, an expert testified today.

Lisa Ramos, who works for the Michigan State Police, testified during Bluew's trial today regarding the results of the tests she conducted on numerous bloodstain samples sent to her from Valerie Bowman at the state police's Bridgeport crime lab.

Bluew, 37, is charged with first-degree premeditated murder in the Aug. 30, 2011, death of Webb at North Outer and Hack in Buena Vista Township. Webb, 32, planned to name her son Braxton; the fetus' DNA showed that "it was consistent" that Bluew was the father, Ramos said.

Ramos testified that Bluew was the only DNA donor of bloodstains found on Webb's clothing, in and on the outside of Webb's Pontiac Aztek, on his uniform, and in his police cruiser.

Among those stains included those from the inside portion of a piece of a disposable examination glove found in Webb's clothes, Ramos said. She also tested the outside of the piece of the glove, and neither Bluew nor Webb could be excluded as being a donor, Ramos testified.

The stains to which Bluew was the only donor, or single source, also included a swab under the fingernails of Webb's left hand; stains on Webb's shirt, pants and bra; and one of Webb's flip flops, found in a culvert of the ditch Webb was hanging into. Last week's testimony from Bluew's fellow officers who were on scene showed that the flip flops were not touched until crime lab personnel arrived hours later.

Ramos also testified that Bluew was the only donor of a stain on the rear door of the Aztek's passenger side, which Bowman this week testified had a ridge structure in it like a fingerprint.

Bluew also was the single source of at least seven stains found inside the Aztek; all nine stains on Bluew's duty pants, the ones he told state police Detective Sgts. Allan Ogg and Jason Teddy were oldand not worn that night; a stain on the CE portion of the POLICE lettering on Bluew's tactical vest; a stain on the sleeve of his T-shirt, found with the old duty pants; and the interior of the driver's side door, the steering wheel, and the handheld police radio microphone of his police cruiser.

Ramos testified that Webb was the only DNA donor of a blood stain found on a driveway leading to the Buena Vista Township Wastewater Treatment Plant, about 270 feet by foot from where Webb's vehicle was found and next to a silver charm that appears to have come from Webb's necklace. She also was the only donor of blood stains on the left neckline of her shirt; a hoop earring and a stud earring found in her vehicle; and the driver rear door molding of her vehicle, Ramos testified.

Ramos testified that the swabs taken from under Webb's fingernails both contained two donors: Webb and a male source. Ramos testified that Bluew's DNA matched the male donor of the left hand and cannot be excluded as being the source of the right hand.

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