Sunday, March 25, 2012

Santorum wins Louisiana primary

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Friday, March 23, 2012

Non-invasive imaging can detect mutations within a brain tumor ...

Researchers at Winship Cancer Institute have developed a technique for detecting an ?oncometabolite?, a chemical produced by some brain tumors? warped metabolism, via non-invasive imaging.

Their approach could allow doctors to know not only that a brain tumor is there, but also that it carries a particular genetic mutation. The researchers? technique uses magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS) to measure a chemical, 2-hydroxyglutarate, which is scarce in normal tissues. 2-hydroxyglutarate is produced by some types of brain tumor carrying mutations in an enzyme called isocitrate dehydrogenase (IDH).

The results were published this week by the Journal of Molecular Medicine.

The research was a collaboration between the laboratories of Hui Mao, PhD, associate professor of radiology and imaging sciences and Emory University Center for Systems Imaging, and Erwin Van Meir, PhD, professor of neurosurgery and hematology and medical oncology. The first author of the paper is postdoctoral fellow Juliya Kalinina.? Emory undergraduate Anne Carroll also contributed to the project.

The Emory team is one of several research groups who have obtained similar results recently.

?This is a significant advance, in that we can have a glimpse into the human brain without actually having to do brain surgery,? Van Meir says. ?The technique offers the possibility of following up the patient after surgery to see if the treatment is working, by monitoring the decline in levels of the oncometabolite.?

Overview of Brain Cancer
Cancer of the brain can be a primary brain tumor that originates in the brain or a metastatic (secondary) brain tumor that originates from cancer cells that have migrated from other parts of the body.

Primary brain cancer rarely spreads beyond the central nervous system, and death results from uncontrolled tumor growth within the limited space of the skull. Metastatic brain cancer indicates advanced disease and has a poor prognosis.

Primary brain tumors can be cancerous or noncancerous. Both types take up space in the brain and may cause serious symptoms (e.g., vision or hearing loss) and complications (e.g., stroke).

All cancerous brain tumors are life threatening (malignant) because they have an aggressive and invasive nature. A noncancerous primary brain tumor is life threatening when it compromises vital structures (e.g., an artery).

?This technique shows great potential for profiling a brain tumor based on its genetic and metabolic finger-prints,? Mao says. ?It may be possible to repeatedly and non-invasively monitor tumor progression, helping physicians to make decisions about the direction and timing of treatment.?

Incidence
CBTRUS: The incidence rate of all primary malignant and non-malignant brain and central nervous system tumors is 19.9 cases per 100,000 person-years (7.3 per 100,000 person-years for malignant tumors and 12.5 per 100,000 person-years for non-malignant tumors). The rate is higher in females (21.3 per 100,000 person-years) than males (18.3 per 100,000 person-years).

CBTRUS: An estimated 66,290 new cases of primary non-malignant and malignant brain and central nervous system tumors are expected to be diagnosed in the United States in 2012.

SEER: The incidence rate of primary malignant brain and central nervous system tumors (excluding lymphomas, leukemias, tumors of pituitary and pineal glands, and olfactory tumors of the nasal cavity) for the years 2004-2008 is 6.5 cases per 100,000 person-years. This rate is higher in males (7.7 per 100,000 person-years) than females (5.4 per 100,000 person-years).

SEER: The incidence rate of primary non-malignant brain and central nervous system tumors for the years 2004-2008 is 12.8 cases per 100,000 person-years. In contrast to malignant brain and central nervous system tumors, this rate is higher in females (15.3 per 100,000 person-years) than males (10.1 per 100,000 person- years).

ACS: An estimated 22,910 new cases of primary malignant brain and central nervous system tumors are expected to be diagnosed in the United States in 2012 (12,630 in males and 10,280 in females). This represents 1.4% of all primary malignant cancers expected to be diagnosed in the United States in 2012.

IARC: The worldwide incidence rate of primary malignant brain and central nervous system tumors in 2002, age-adjusted using the world standard population, is 3.7 per 100,000 person-years in males and 2.6 per 100,000 person-years in females. This represents an estimated 108,277 males and 81,305 females who were diagnosed with a primary malignant brain tumor in 2002, an overall total of 189,582 individuals. The incidence rates are higher in more developed countries (males: 5.8 per 100,000 person-years; females: 4.1 per 100,000 person-years) than in less developed countries (males: 3.0 per 100,000 person-years; females: 2.1 per 100,000 person-years).

CBTRUS: CBTRUS has calculated a worldwide estimate of 186,678 newly diagnosed primary non-malignant brain and central nervous system tumors per annum for 2002 (males: n=80,759; females: n=105,918).

Mutations in the genes IDH1 or IDH2 cause a distortion of cells? metabolic cycles and the accumulation of 2-hydroxyglutarate. The presence of the mutations means patients generally survive longer, but they don?t respond as well to standard radiation and chemotherapy treatments.

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Ancient civilizations reveal ways to manage fisheries for sustainability

Ancient civilizations reveal ways to manage fisheries for sustainability [ Back to EurekAlert! ] Public release date: 23-Mar-2012
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In the search for sustainability of the ocean's fisheries, solutions can be found in a surprising place: the ancient past.

In a study published on March 23 in the journal Fish and Fisheries, a team of marine scientists reconstructed fisheries yields over seven centuries of human habitation in Hawaii and the Florida Keys, the largest coral reef ecosystems in the United States, and evaluated the management strategies associated with periods of sustainability. The results surprised them.

"Before European contact, Native Hawaiians were catching fish at rates that far exceed what reefs currently provide society," said John "Jack" N. Kittinger, co-author and an early career fellow at the Center for Ocean Solutions at Stanford University. "These results show us that fisheries can be both highly productive and sustainable, if they're managed effectively." In contrast, historical fisheries in Florida were characterized by boom and bust, with serial depletions of highly valuable species for export markets. Today many species that were the target of 19th and early 20th century fisheries in Florida - including green turtles, sawfish, conch and groupers - have severely reduced populations or are in danger of extinction.

"Seven hundred years of history clearly demonstrate that management matters," said Loren McClenachan, co-author and assistant professor of environmental studies at Colby College. "Ancient Hawaiian societies used sophisticated tools similar to innovative conservation strategies used today, like marine protected areas and restrictions on harvest of vulnerable species like sharks." The difference, the authors explained, was in the way fisheries governance systems were structured. Regulations were developed locally with the buy-in of community members, but they were also effectively enforced with methods that now would be considered draconian. "Today, no management system comes close to achieving this balance, and as a result, resource depletion and collapse is common," said McClenachan.

The authors were able to characterize historical catch rates in Florida and Hawaii through an extensive review of archival sources, including species-specific catch records from the 1800s and archaeological reconstructions of human population densities and per-capita fish consumption back to the 1300s. Such information is relatively rare in coral reef areas. They then characterized management regimes associated with periods of high sustained yields using a variety of sources, including published work of Native Hawaiian scholars. This work revealed that sustainable fisheries existed during periods in which regulations were strict and socially enforced in ways that were often class and gender based. For example, many vulnerable specieslike sharks and marine turtleswere reserved exclusively for high priests and chiefs.

Ancient Hawaiian societies depended entirely on local resources and needed creative ways to avoid resource collapse. For example, fishpond aquaculture was used to sequester nutrients and reduce pollution on reefs. In contrast, much of today's aquaculture requires large inputs of wild caught fish and antibiotics, often resulting in increased pollution. "Ancient Hawaiian society effectively practiced what we now call ecosystem-based management, which is something that modern society often struggles to achieve," says McClenachan. "Incorporating some of these ancient techniques into today's policy may be the key to sustaining our fisheries."

The authors of the study, entitled "Multicentury trends and the sustainability of coral reef fisheries in Hawai'i and Florida," point to the U.S. National Ocean Policy as an example of emerging attempts to manage ocean ecosystems more holistically, and local fisheries co-management as a modern way of including community members in designing effective fishing regulations. However, the authors caution that effective enforcement needs to go hand in hand with the development of local governance. "The ancient Hawaiians punished transgressors with corporal punishment," observed Kittinger. "Clearly, we don't recommend this, but it's easy to see there's room to tighten up today's enforcement efforts."

###

The Center for Ocean Solutions is a collaboration among Stanford University's Woods Institute for the Environment and Hopkins Marine Station, the Monterey Bay Aquarium and the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute. Across these institutions, COS draws from about 80 scholars, researchers and educators who work on coastal and ocean ecosystems in the natural, physical and social sciences. COS also works with experienced conservation practitioners and policy experts. Located at Stanford and in Monterey, California, COS is uniquely positioned to leverage expertise and develop practical solutions to the most urgent and important ocean conservation problems.

Founded in 1813, Colby College is the 12th-oldest independent liberal arts college in the nation. Colby provides a rigorous academic program that fosters transformational relationships between students and faculty. Graduates emerge as committed leaders ready to make an impact on their world. Colby is committed to making the full experience accessible to all qualified students, regardless of their ability to pay. The college enrolls 1,825 students.

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http://centerforoceansolutions.org/

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Contact: Karen Marvin
kmarvin@stanford.edu
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Stanford University

In the search for sustainability of the ocean's fisheries, solutions can be found in a surprising place: the ancient past.

In a study published on March 23 in the journal Fish and Fisheries, a team of marine scientists reconstructed fisheries yields over seven centuries of human habitation in Hawaii and the Florida Keys, the largest coral reef ecosystems in the United States, and evaluated the management strategies associated with periods of sustainability. The results surprised them.

"Before European contact, Native Hawaiians were catching fish at rates that far exceed what reefs currently provide society," said John "Jack" N. Kittinger, co-author and an early career fellow at the Center for Ocean Solutions at Stanford University. "These results show us that fisheries can be both highly productive and sustainable, if they're managed effectively." In contrast, historical fisheries in Florida were characterized by boom and bust, with serial depletions of highly valuable species for export markets. Today many species that were the target of 19th and early 20th century fisheries in Florida - including green turtles, sawfish, conch and groupers - have severely reduced populations or are in danger of extinction.

"Seven hundred years of history clearly demonstrate that management matters," said Loren McClenachan, co-author and assistant professor of environmental studies at Colby College. "Ancient Hawaiian societies used sophisticated tools similar to innovative conservation strategies used today, like marine protected areas and restrictions on harvest of vulnerable species like sharks." The difference, the authors explained, was in the way fisheries governance systems were structured. Regulations were developed locally with the buy-in of community members, but they were also effectively enforced with methods that now would be considered draconian. "Today, no management system comes close to achieving this balance, and as a result, resource depletion and collapse is common," said McClenachan.

The authors were able to characterize historical catch rates in Florida and Hawaii through an extensive review of archival sources, including species-specific catch records from the 1800s and archaeological reconstructions of human population densities and per-capita fish consumption back to the 1300s. Such information is relatively rare in coral reef areas. They then characterized management regimes associated with periods of high sustained yields using a variety of sources, including published work of Native Hawaiian scholars. This work revealed that sustainable fisheries existed during periods in which regulations were strict and socially enforced in ways that were often class and gender based. For example, many vulnerable specieslike sharks and marine turtleswere reserved exclusively for high priests and chiefs.

Ancient Hawaiian societies depended entirely on local resources and needed creative ways to avoid resource collapse. For example, fishpond aquaculture was used to sequester nutrients and reduce pollution on reefs. In contrast, much of today's aquaculture requires large inputs of wild caught fish and antibiotics, often resulting in increased pollution. "Ancient Hawaiian society effectively practiced what we now call ecosystem-based management, which is something that modern society often struggles to achieve," says McClenachan. "Incorporating some of these ancient techniques into today's policy may be the key to sustaining our fisheries."

The authors of the study, entitled "Multicentury trends and the sustainability of coral reef fisheries in Hawai'i and Florida," point to the U.S. National Ocean Policy as an example of emerging attempts to manage ocean ecosystems more holistically, and local fisheries co-management as a modern way of including community members in designing effective fishing regulations. However, the authors caution that effective enforcement needs to go hand in hand with the development of local governance. "The ancient Hawaiians punished transgressors with corporal punishment," observed Kittinger. "Clearly, we don't recommend this, but it's easy to see there's room to tighten up today's enforcement efforts."

###

The Center for Ocean Solutions is a collaboration among Stanford University's Woods Institute for the Environment and Hopkins Marine Station, the Monterey Bay Aquarium and the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute. Across these institutions, COS draws from about 80 scholars, researchers and educators who work on coastal and ocean ecosystems in the natural, physical and social sciences. COS also works with experienced conservation practitioners and policy experts. Located at Stanford and in Monterey, California, COS is uniquely positioned to leverage expertise and develop practical solutions to the most urgent and important ocean conservation problems.

Founded in 1813, Colby College is the 12th-oldest independent liberal arts college in the nation. Colby provides a rigorous academic program that fosters transformational relationships between students and faculty. Graduates emerge as committed leaders ready to make an impact on their world. Colby is committed to making the full experience accessible to all qualified students, regardless of their ability to pay. The college enrolls 1,825 students.

Related information:

Center for Ocean Solutions
http://centerforoceansolutions.org/

Colby College
http://www.colby.edu/



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Thursday, March 22, 2012

Uncover A Safe Approach To Clean Your Windows Registry

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The brain of the laptop system is known as the computer registry. Its function is to facilitate computer system processing and storage of information. Will be the critical component with the pc technique? It?s acknowledged that if the registry is cluttered, it impacts the function and efficiency of personal computers and laptops. This is why it is important to repair and clean the windows registry.

Window registry is also essential program file storage since it homes huge collections of details relating to the computer function and data processing. It truly is exactly where applications are kept and files are stored. Practically anything which you do within your individual personal computer, each of the information of it can be forwarded towards the window registry. It?s like an office secretary who is tasked with record and file keeping. It is important that your computer registry be clean and regularly fixed to rearrange all the files and get rid of useless programs. Undertaking so will restore the pc efficiency and functionality.

Why do you have to clean your window registry?

At this point, envision this issue. There?s a secretary who does all your filing and indexing which she does in an organized manner. Say, then the boss requests to get a coffee, then later asked her to complete telephone inquiries after which a long series of other requests. The secretary becomes confused and to complete towards the other functions the boss instantly needs, she leaves and set aside her filing and indexing. The files then develop into cluttered and she could have difficulty puling it up. This really is exactly what takes place towards the registry. Cleaning the window registry restores right indexing of data and data and speeds up processes.

Strategies how you can clean windows registry

Window registry can be manually edited in the Microsoft Windows but with extreme precaution due to the fact editing the window registry when completed carelessly can trigger damage that can?t be reversed. Some errors can lead to the system not start up. As a result of this threat, it is actually advisable to have backup files saved when doing editing and doing windows registry clean up.

You?ll find now protected solutions to clean window registry, without performing it manually. You will find computer software programs that assist to clean and repair the pc registry. Using this computer software assists to stop the errors that could result in irreversible damages towards the pc method. The sole function of the software would be to clean and repair the cluttered files to ensure that the computer system will perform properly and quicker.

When doing a window registry clean up, be certain you make a back up for all of the files, no matter whether you go for manual cleaning or use computer software to do the job. When employing cleaning computer software, close all running programs and do not use the personal computer during the approach. Step back and let the software fix all registry complications prior to you use it. Immediately after the software program is completed cleaning and fixing, reboot the laptop and test if is functioning nicely. If not, repeat the registry cleaning and fixing. It can be advisable as well as an ought to to clean your windows registry just about every six months so that you might have a functional, fast and trustworthy pc.

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Building A List Is Crucial For Your Internet Business

by Guest on March 21, 2012

Individuals are always searching for more profitable ways to make an income on the net. Obviously for anybody who wants to be successful online it?s very important that they absorb as much knowledge and information about advertising and marketing as they are able to. Yet another thing I want to mention is that there are in fact company?s online right now that can help men and women build their client base, but you must understand they?re going to charge you for this. As the services can be so expensive they?re out of reach for many Online Marketers, nevertheless there are more successful individuals who use these regularly. For people who are unaware one of the greatest ways to build your own client base is by using e-mail advertising and marketing. Of course to be able to make this work you have to be providing your subscribers with something that they believe is valuable. Loads of people will simply join your e-mail list if you provide them with a weekly newsletter loaded with valuable information. The more emails you are able to send, as well as the more folks who are receiving them, the better chance you have for making revenue. As long as men and women stay on your list, and are willing to get your information, there?s a possibility they are going to purchase something from you. One reason people don?t have email lists is mainly because they believe that collecting names and addresses is too hard and time consuming. Although it can be time consuming you?re in addition going to find that by continually building your list you?ll be continuously building your chances of making more cash. Many folks have already realized that a good sized e-mail list can help them get all the traffic to their web sites that they need. There?s a lot of guides and information booklets out there which can help you begin building your e-mail list if you do not yet understand how to do this. You are going to discover a lot of different methods and techniques to be able to do this and you should apply as many as you can in order to build the largest list possible. One strategy folks use for building their list is to just add an opt inform directly on their website. You should also keep in mind that in relation to the website itself it should load quickly and be interesting enough to keep people on it to allow them enough time to see the opt-in form. If your stats show that they are leaving quickly, you?ll have to make some changes. If your site is interesting and provides valuable information there is a good chance these folks may tell other individuals about your internet site. Build a good relationship with your list and try and build trust with them as well, as the longer they are on your list the more cash you may make from them. Not everybody which has a list makes big cash, but everybody who makes big money online has a list. For people who have not yet begun building your list you need to understand that there?s no time like the present. Just about everybody who starts an online business goes through similar experiences; for example, there is a lot to be found about MindReality but you need to be careful. That topic, in addition to Backlink Profit Monster review, are covered in-depth at Mind Reality, and you will like what is there. Yes, we know tons of folks have struggled with this in the past, but that does not have to be. You can wallow around and get nowhere fast, or you can get reliable info you can move forward with today.

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Wednesday, March 21, 2012

Home Improvement | Determining the Right Air Conditioner Options ...

When it comes to looking at different air conditioner units or options, it can be somewhat confusing on its own. Add to the idea of possible installation working needing to be done, require that of contractor, and this can overwhelm some individuals entirely. However, with a proper amount of research and thinking ahead, you can avoid potential problems, overspending, and finding the right fit for your needs in the end.

Generally, the first part of finding the right unit such as central versus window units or otherwise, is to truly consider how often you'll be using your cooling system and the size of your house. You'll also want to keep in mind what rooms you'll be using most often, or if you're the type who sticks to one part of the house, condo or apartment.

It's also a good idea to make sure you know the difference or benefits that some types of air conditioning may have over others. For instance, swamp coolers may do well in certain locations, but generally not ones that bear low humidity. Window units are ideal for those who have a small space to cool, but they can also be loud, unsightly and often expensive to run for long periods of time.

Many people tend to get intimidated by the idea of having central heating and cooling installed into their home, often due to the costs involved, time and the idea of added inconvenience when it's being installed. However, having central units installed cannot only potentially save you money and make the entire home more comfortable, but it can also add value to the home, itself.

There are a few different kinds of heating and cooling installation types, but one of the more common ones is referred to as a heat pump. A heat pump will give warm air during the winter and then reverses it in the warmer seasons, turning it into cooler air. Often enough, heat pumps require that more than one unit to get the job done.

When considering a central unit, it's also important to think about more than just the size of your home and the amount or type of units that will be needed. You also need to consider the type of resources that the unit will run off, whether it's entirely electrical, part gas and so forth in order to determine future costs to run it.

Due to how complex it can be when installing units, it's often recommended to avoid doing so on your own or through someone local who just happens to be handy at fixing things. This generally because there are a lot of pipes, vents and ductwork involved that can truly determine the overall efficiency of your cooling and heating. Doing it on your own or hiring on someone who lacks proper experience may actually wind up costing you more in the end.

If you're unsure about what type of heating and air conditioner units or options are best for your particular living conditions, then it's often a good idea to get recommendations or consultations from a professional. This is also a great time to ask other questions such as how much certain units will cost to run on a regularly or even annual basis, as well as what's general the most efficient energy-wise.

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Writing An Effective Personal Development Plan

A personal development is perhaps your best tool to help you plot your goals and strategize on how to achieve them. How does one write an effective plan? Here are five things you should consider including when writing one.

1. Make Time for Family
One of the hottest professional trends these days i home-based jobs and businesses. The reason for this is simple. More and more people are recognizing that emotional and psychological benefits of having more time with their loved ones. Sometimes long hours at work alienate us from the most important people in our lives. Before you become estranged from your family, make time for them; make your family a priority in your personal development plan. Self improvement is easier to achieve when you have your entire family supporting you.

2. Make Time for Romance
As much as we want to say otherwise, having a romantic interest makes life a little more exciting. When you have an office crush, you spend a little more time trying to look your best every morning; you speak with a little more conviction in your voice; you might even exercise a little more often. Having a romantic interest is a great motivation for self improvement. A romantic interest makes us want to be better people. If you???re having trouble finding that special someone, you have to be honest and include it in your personal development plan. There is nothing wrong with putting yourself in situations where you can meet potential romantic interests.

3. Fight for a Cause
It feels good to fight for a cause you believe in. Whether you???re fighting for the environment, animal rights, or freedom of speech, being able to express your support to an idea you care about is a fulfilling experience. Most jobs just don???t provide a good venue for this type of individual expression, but you can still participate in them. You can express your support online, on weekend rallies, and by making donations. When making a personal development plan, try to figure out which social concerns you care about. Your desire to make contributions to social progress is a sign of self improvement.

4. Develop a Financial Plan
Do you have any savings? Have you thought about where to invest your savings on? Do you have any idea of how you???re going to be able to sustain yourself financially after you retire? If you haven???t thought about these things yet, then your financial situation is one area of your life that needs more attention. Self improvement isn???t just about improving the mind and body. It???s also about making financial progress. In the process of making a personal development plan, make sure to include short-term and long-term financial goals. If you often find yourself in debt, make a financial plan to get you out of debt. You???d be surprised how much a little planning can improve your financial situation.

5. Learn
A person who stops learning stops growing. Self improvement can only be achieved through the process of learning. If you want to constantly improve your life, you have to develop a genuine desire for learning. When making a personal development plan, try to include skills that you want to develop in the future and make plans on what steps you can take to improve that particular skill.

Constructing a plan helps you contemplate on your priorities in life and figure out how to accomplish your goals. Carry out your plans with patience and discipline and you will eventually succeed. Good luck!

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