Energy was a top topic when the Biotechnology Industry Organization got underway in Atlanta. The Obama Administration has set a goal of saving more oil than we now import from the Middle East and Venezuela. Can it be done? Can the industry come up with renewable biofuels that can meet many of energy and environmental needs over the long term: Dr. John Pierce, vice president of Dupont applied sciences and a member of the Department of Energyâs Biological and Environmental Research Advisory Committee, discusses the issue in this podcast. To see it go to www.moreaboutthat.info, click on Sustainable Biofuels and play or download the video. The convention drew 20,000 scientists, industry leaders and government officials to see the latest products and discuss progress in efforts to: find good substitutes for oil-based plastics and fuels, find cures for major diseases, and provide disease-resistant, genetically engineered crops and cloned animals to improve food supplies. If you are a n...
President Obama lifted the eight-year-old ban on new lines of embryonic stem cell research but most experts say the work has just begun. From the Biotechnology Industry Organization convention in Atlanta, two experts, one a Parkinsonâs patient, provide a status report in this video. Tricia Brooks, managing director for Alliance Development at BIO and chair of the legislative committee for the Coalition for the Advancement of Medical Research, and James Trussell, a Parkinsonâs sufferer and the Georgia state coordinator for the Parkinsonâs Action Network, discuss the latest research, including induced cells as an alternative to embryonic cells. Brooks also discusses the political implications because although the President has lifted the federal ban on embryonic cells, a number of states are considering instituting a state ban. To see it go to www.moreaboutthat.info, click on Stem Cells and play or download the video. The convention drew 20,000 scientists, industry leaders and government official...
New technology is paving the way for doctors and researchers to study genetic diseases and plan medical procedures in virtual patients, much like pilots use flight simulators for emergency drills. The technology is called CAVEman, which stands for Cave Automatic Virtual Environment. Projectors put images on four walls and users wear special glasses that create a 3-D perspective. Dr. Jung Soh and Dr. Mei Xiao of the Sun Center of Excellence for Visual Genomics, University of Calgary, discuss the technology during the Biotechnology Industry Organization convention in Atlanta. Dr. Soh (whose name is pronounced Yung So) and Dr. Xiao (May Show, rhymes with cow) have developed projects for the CAVE system that can be used to examine the changes in the chemical makeup of the body after taking a drug, or observe the progress of a genetic disease. To see it go to www.moreaboutthat.info, click on CAVEman and play or download the video. If you are a news station and have access to Pathfire, this story i...
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Fall Fix It with Jodi Marks, co-host of HGTV’s “Fix It Up”
Americans spend more than $220 billion a year fixing up their homes, whether for beautification, safety, energy savings or simply extending living space. What better time than now to fix up the inside and outside of your home. There are many cost effective home improvement projects that will help you enjoy your home for many years to come. “Not all improvements have to come at a great cost to homeowners,” says Jodi Marks, who was raised in her family’s construction business, and now is co-host of the “Fix It Up” series on Home & Garden Television. Marks discusses how to easily spruce up a room, kitchen and bathroom renovation ideas, and how to finance home improvement projects. For more information on getting your family together for breakfast, go to www.moreaboutthat.info, click on our Fall Fix It segment and then download our podcast to see the segment online.
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Energy Awareness Month with Brad Staggs, DIY Network Host
October is the official “Energy Awareness Month.” And it’s the perfect time to focus your attention on home heating costs that could bear a burden this winter. The good news is that there is still time to make sure your energy bill doesn’t go through the roof. From do-it-yourself projects to those that require more work and professional installation, Brad Staggs, host of Talk2diy Home Improvement on DIY Network, offers some sound advice to help keep your money from slipping through the cracks this winter. For more information on energy efficiency, go to www.moreaboutthat.info, click on our Energy Awareness Month segment and then download our podcast to see the segment online. If you are a news station and have access to Pathfire, this story is also available on Pathfire DMG. Click on the binoculars, select advanced search tab, highlight DWJ archive, and use keywords: Energy Awareness Month.
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Armed and Ready for Cough, Cold and Flu Season! with Stefanie P. Ferreri, Pharm.D., CDE
It's that time of year again. Your throat is scratchy, your nose is stuffed, and your head is pounding and you just can’t seem to get rid of it. You’re not alone. Americans get about a billion colds a year with children getting the most- six to eight a year. In the US alone, between 5 and 20 percent of the population is infected with influenza each year. About 36,000 people die and more than 200,000 people are hospitalized because of influenza complications. But with the right treatment, you don’t have to be sidelined this winter.
Unless gasoline prices spiral above $3, experts say about 85 percent of Americans will hit the highways on vacation this summer. “High gas prices affect your daily pocketbook and daily budget more than people’s vacation plans,” says the Travel Industry Association. But surviving the trip in style, while still curbing costs to cover higher gasoline prices, takes planning. Automotive expert (and Mom) Lauren Fix can has some advice. Travelers may want to find hotels that include a free breakfast or skip high-priced cities like New York in favor of smaller cities with lower prices. But since the point of the vacation is fun, the whole family will still want a trip that’s worry-free with lots of on-the-road activities for the kids.
Mandy Moore, singer-songwriter, actress and fashion designer, has added another facet to her multiple careers: chairperson of the Web site www.uPumpItUp.com. uPumpItUp offers a series of challenges designed to inspire women to pursue their own wellness goals. Activities are expected to range from marathons to community initiatives to cooking projects.
Babies eat, sleep, and cry….A LOT! And many parents allow the stress of a new baby to overwhelm them. But parenthood can also be a lot of fun – and play time is a great way for mom and baby to bond and relax. “The wonderful thing about young babies is that they have a foolproof, built-in system that tells their parents when they are learning and developing properly - they're happy,” says parenting guru and author Betsy Hart, who writes a nationally syndicated column for Scripps Howards News Service. Hart encourages parents to trust their instincts and balance their needs with their baby’s. For more information on surviving a new baby, go to www.moreaboutthat.info, click on our New Baby segment and then download our podcast to see the segment online. If you are a news station and have access to Pathfire, this story is also available on Pathfire DMG. Click on binoculars, select advanced search tab, highlight DWJ archive, and use keywords: New Baby.
For most carmakers – concept cars are created for buzz and intrigue. Not so with Volvo Cars – known for getting its concept cars into production and to market as quickly as possible. Nothing speaks to that more than the new XC60 which is now making its North American debut at the New York Auto Show which runs until March 30th. The new crossover – called Volvo’s safest ever yet – blends together some of the key elements in Volvo concept cars over the last few years: sensors to detect a driver’s heartbeat, side-impact collision; sensors and cameras that alert the driver to approaching lights – and – for the first time ever, the “City Safety System,” which is standard in the new vehicle. The City Safety System is a low speed accident prevention system that will help reduce or eliminate whiplash injuries and vehicle damages from impacts below 18 miles per hour.
The next generation of Biofuels
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The NMR LipoProfile: The Blood Test That Could Change Your Life
Millions of Americans know their cholesterol levels, but the numbers themselves don't measure risk for heart attack or stroke. A key indicator that DOES measure risk is the number of particles which carry cholesterol in the bloodstream. Now, there's a tool developed by LipoScience called the NMR LipoProfile, which tells patients how many of these particles they have. Many former football players are at high risk of heart disease, because they are not as active as they once were and are not watching their diets. Several took part at a screening organized by the Living Heart Foundation, founded by former NFL Quarterback Dr. Archie Roberts. As part of their physical, they learned their particle numbers.
In âThe Secret is Plastic,â the Nuclear Energy Institute highlights award-winning new applications of plastic piping at two nuclear plants that enhance their operation and decrease the cost of maintaining plant water systems. Duke Energy employees at the Catawba nuclear station in South Carolina and AmerenUE employees at the Callaway nuclear plant in Missouri shared the award.
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Fall Fix It with Jodi Marks, co-host of HGTV’s “Fix It Up”
Americans spend more than $220 billion a year fixing up their homes, whether for beautification, safety, energy savings or simply extending living space. What better time than now to fix up the inside and outside of your home. There are many cost effective home improvement projects that will help you enjoy your home for many years to come. “Not all improvements have to come at a great cost to homeowners,” says Jodi Marks, who was raised in her family’s construction business, and now is co-host of the “Fix It Up” series on Home & Garden Television. Marks discusses how to easily spruce up a room, kitchen and bathroom renovation ideas, and how to finance home improvement projects. For more information on fall home improvements, go to www.moreaboutthat.info, click on our Fall Fix It segment and then download our podcast to see the segment online.
Car lovers, start your engines! See what’s been causing the most buzz at the 106th annual New York Auto Show at the Jacob K. Javits Center. Automakers from across the world have been displaying some of the hottest concept and production cars, trucks, hybrids and cool accessories ever seen. The show is open to the public through April 23rd, but even if you can’t make it in person, it’s now easier than ever to learn about all the latest car trends. “Automakers are showcasing over 1,000 new high-class vehicles this year,” says car coach Lauren Fix. “From crossovers to convertibles, luxury is definitely getting a lot of attention.” Our news story offers viewers a sneak peak at the hottest cars right from the show floor. Sound bites with Fix are included. For more information on the 2006 New York Auto Show, go to www.moreaboutthat.info, click on our NY Auto Show segment and then download our podcast to see the segment online.
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Michael J. Fox on Parkinsons; bioGENEius Awards; Bio Convention 2007
Actor Michael J. Fox delivered the keynote address to the 2007 BIO International Convention. The convention drew 20,000 scientists, industry leaders and government officials to see the latest products and discuss progress in efforts to find cures for major diseases, find good substitutes for oil-based plastics and fuels, and provide disease-resistant, genetically engineered crops and cloned animals to improve food supplies. Before Fox’s address, the Biotechnology Institute announced this year’s winners of the BioGENEius awards. The top prize went to Ted Paranjothy, Fort Richmond Collegiate, Winnipeg Manitoba. Second place went to Tracy Fuad of the Breck School, Golden Valley, Minnesota, followed by Tejal Naik of the Charter School, Wilmington, Delaware. Honorable mention went to Rachel Ginn of Hamilton High School, Chandler, Arizona. This segment is underwritten by the Biotechnology Industry Organization.
The FDA is set to approve meat and milk from cloned animals. And experts discussed the difference between cloned and conventional animals at the BIO International Convention in Boston.. The convention drew 20,000 scientists, industry leaders and government officials to see the latest products and discuss progress in efforts to: • find cures for major diseases, • find good substitutes for oil-based plastics and fuels, • and provide disease-resistant, genetically engineered crops as well as cloned animals to improve food supplies. To see clips of interviews with experts talking about cloning as well as the animals themselves, go to www.moreaboutthat.info, click on our Biotech Cloning segment and then download our podcast. We also have clips with the governors of Massachusetts, Kentucky and Puerto Rico, and Charlice Byrd, a Georgia legislator, talking about the biotech industry in their states.
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Sir Elton John Urges Bio Industry to Find an HIV Cure
British pop star Elton John, who has established foundations in both the United States and the United Kingdom to combat the AIDS epidemic, gave the keynote address at the Biotechnology Industry Organizations annual convention Tuesday. The foundations have raised more than $150 million to support HIV prevention and treatment programs in 55 countries. John said the worldâs governments and industry are ignoring reality when it comes to AIDS and urged policies that would expand access to HIV treatment and testing as well as education. One in three new infections occur in people under 30, John said. To see clips of the speech go to, www.moreaboutthat.info, click on the Sir Elton John segment and then download our podcast. The convention drew 20,000 scientists, industry leaders and government officials to see the latest products and discuss progress in efforts to: find cures for major diseases, find good substitutes for oil-based plastics and fuels, and provide disease-resistant, genetically engin...
Babies eat, sleep, and cry….A LOT! And many parents allow the stress of a new baby to overwhelm them. But parenthood can also be a lot of fun – and play time is a great way for mom and baby to bond and relax. “The wonderful thing about young babies is that they have a foolproof, built-in system that tells their parents when they are learning and developing properly - they're happy,” says parenting guru and author Betsy Hart, who writes a nationally syndicated column for Scripps Howards News Service. Hart encourages parents to trust their instincts and balance their needs with their baby’s. For more information on surviving a new baby, go to www.moreaboutthat.info, click on our New Baby segment and then download our podcast to see the segment online. If you are a news station and have access to Pathfire, this story is also available on Pathfire DMG. Click on binoculars, select advanced search tab, highlight DWJ archive, and use keywords: New Baby.
Sure flowers, candy and jewelry are great gifts for Mother’s Day but why not put a twist on traditional gift giving? Going to stores that have a wide variety of choices are sure to inspire ideas. And when your shopping is all wrapped up, make sure to present your gift in a unique way like creating a treasure hunt around the house or send her on a mini “retreat”. “Creating a spa experience so mom can relax is a great idea. Give her all the essentials in a beautiful basket so she can unwind and really pamper herself” says lifestyle expert, Dianne DeWitt. And since mom’s are notorious for multi-tasking, opt for gifts that help them keep up with their hectic schedules or capture those special moments. Kids can make crafty at home projects that come from the heart and will really make mom feel special. Our news story offers viewers unique and fun Mother’s Day gift ideas. Sound bites with DeWitt are included.
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