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Public Release: 26-Mar-2009
237th American Chemical Society National Meeting & ExpositionNanoparticles in cosmetics/personal care products may have adverse environmental effects Using aquatic microbes as their "canary-in-a-cage," scientists from Ohio are reporting that nanoparticles now being added to cosmetics, sunscreens, and hundreds of other personal care products may be harmful to the environment. Their report, part of a symposium on the topic that includes almost two dozen papers, is scheduled for presentation at the 237th National Meeting of the American Chemical Society. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 26-Mar-2009
237th American Chemical Society National Meeting & ExpositionNutritious new low-sugar juice targeted for diabetics, individuals with high blood sugar Scientists in China are reporting development of a low-calorie, low-sugar vegetable juice custom-designed for millions of individuals with diabetes and pre-diabetic conditions that involve abnormally high blood sugar. Research on the new drink is scheduled for presentation in March at the 237th national meeting of the American Chemical Society. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 26-Mar-2009
237th American Chemical Society National Meeting & ExpositionNew nanogenerator may charge iPods and cell phones with a wave of the hand A new nanogenerator may charge iPods and cell phones with a wave of the hand. Scientists from Georgia describe technology that converts mechanical energy from body movements or even the flow of blood in the body into electric energy that can be used to power a broad range of electronic devices without using batteries. The study is scheduled for presentation in March at the 237th National Meeting of the American Chemical Society. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 25-Mar-2009
237th American Chemical Society National Meeting & ExpositionPilgrims' progress: Genetic data from 1630s backs health benefits of cancer screening Scientists who traced a genetic mutation for colon cancer back almost 370 years are now confirming that routine screening and education can prevent people with the mutated gene from developing cancer. Their study is scheduled for presentation at the 237th National Meeting of the American Chemical Society. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 25-Mar-2009
237th American Chemical Society National Meeting & Exposition'First economical process' for making biodiesel fuel from algae Chemists are reporting development of what they termed the first economical, eco-friendly process to convert algae oil into biodiesel fuel -- a discovery they predict could one day lead to US independence from petroleum as a fuel. The study is scheduled for presentation in March at the 237th National Meeting of the American Chemical Society. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 25-Mar-2009
237th American Chemical Society National Meeting & ExpositionNew measurement standard for vitamin D may lead to better bone health In a development that could help improve the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis, rickets, and other bone-related diseases, government chemists are reporting major progress toward developing an accurate, reliable set of standards for measuring vitamin D levels in the blood. The study is scheduled for presentation in March at the American Chemical Society's 237th National Meeting. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 24-Mar-2009
237th American Chemical Society National Meeting & ExpositionNew form of destructive terrorist material unlikely, chemists report Concerns that terrorists could produce a new and particularly dangerous form of the explosive responsible for airport security screening of passengers' shoes and restrictions on liquids in carryon baggage are unfounded, a group of scientists is reporting. Their study, which demonstrates that a new form of destructive terrorist material is unlikely, is scheduled for presentation at the 237th National Meeting of the American Chemical Society. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 24-Mar-2009
237th American Chemical Society National Meeting & ExpositionNot all titanium dioxide is equal when it comes to splitting water with visible light With a splash of UV light, titanium dioxide can break down contaminants for environmental cleanup or split water for hydrogen fuel production. Researchers would like to expand titanium dioxide's repertoire to use visible light. PNNL's Michael Henderson will talk about the importance of the form titanium dioxide takes in accomplishing this. 
US Department of Energy
Contact: Mary Beckman
Public Release: 24-Mar-2009
237th American Chemical Society National Meeting & ExpositionLicorice may block effectiveness of drug widely used by transplant patients Chemists in Taiwan are reporting that an ingredient in licorice -- widely used in various foods and herbal medicines -- appears to block the absorption of cyclosporine, a drug used by transplant patients to prevent organ rejection. This drug interaction could potentially result in illness and death among transplant patients and others taking cyclosporine and licorice together, they caution. Their study is scheduled for presentation in March at the 237th National Meeting of the American Chemical Society. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 24-Mar-2009
237th American Chemical Society National Meeting & Exposition'Green' hair bleach may become environmentally friendly consumer product Scientists from Japan are reporting development of what could be the world's first "green" hair bleach, an environmentally friendly preparation for lightening the color of hair on the head and other parts of the body without the unwanted effects of the bleaches used by millions of people each year. Their study is scheduled for presentation in March at the 237th National Meeting of the American Chemical Society. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 23-Mar-2009
237th American Chemical Society National Meeting & Exposition'Ice that burns' may yield clean, sustainable bridge to global energy future In the future, natural gas derived from chunks of ice that workers collect from beneath the ocean floor and beneath the arctic permafrost may fuel cars, heat homes, and power factories. Government researchers are reporting that these so-called "gas hydrates," a frozen form of natural gas, show increasing promise as an abundant, untapped source of clean, sustainable energy. The study is scheduled for presentation in March at the national meeting of the American Chemical Society. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 23-Mar-2009
237th American Chemical Society National Meeting & ExpositionRedefining DNA: Darwin from the atom up In a dramatic rewrite of the recipe for life, scientists from Florida describe the design of a new type of DNA with 12 chemical letters instead of the usual four. This artificial genetic system already is helping to usher in the era of personalized medicine for millions of patients with HIV, hepatitis and other diseases, they say. Their study is scheduled for presentation in March at the 237th National Meeting of the American Chemical Society. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 23-Mar-2009
237th American Chemical Society National Meeting & Exposition'Cold fusion' rebirth? New evidence for existence of controversial energy source Researchers are reporting compelling new scientific evidence for the existence of low-energy nuclear reactions, the process once called "cold fusion" that may promise a new source of energy. Scientists describe what they term the first clear visual evidence that LENR devices can produce neutrons, which scientists view as tell-tale signs of nuclear fusion reactions. Their study is scheduled for presentation in March at the 237th National Meeting of the American Chemical Society. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 23-Mar-2009
237th American Chemical Society National Meeting & ExpositionNew 'green' pesticides are first to exploit plant defenses in battle of the fungi Exploiting a little-known punch/counterpunch strategy in the ongoing battle between disease-causing fungi and crop plants, scientists in Canada are reporting development of a new class of "green" fungicides that could provide a safer, more environmentally-friendly alternative to conventional fungicides. Their study is scheduled for presentation in March at the 237th National meeting of the American Chemical Society. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 23-Mar-2009
237th American Chemical Society National Meeting & ExpositionTales of the 'Trojan horse drug' and the 'miracle dogs' Scientists are reporting promising results with a drug called nitrosylcobalamin (NO-Cbl) in battling cancer in dogs without any negative side effects. While it gives profound hope to dog owners, NO-Cbl also points to a powerful new cancer treatment for humans -- one that infiltrates cancer cells like a biological Trojan horse. Their study is scheduled for presentational in March at the 237th National Meeting of the American Chemical Society. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 22-Mar-2009
237th American Chemical Society National Meeting & ExpositionClinical trial backs use of special yogurt to fight stomach ulcer bacteria A new type of yogurt appears to benefit your gut. Results of the first human clinical studies confirm that the new yogurt fights the bacteria that cause gastritis and stomach ulcers with what researchers describe as almost vaccine-like effects, scientists in Japan are reporting. Their study is scheduled for presentation in March at the 237th National Meeting of the American Chemical Society. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 22-Mar-2009
237th American Chemical Society National Meeting & Exposition Journal of American Chemical SocietyU-M researcher's idea jells into potential new disease-detection method Relying on principles similar to those that cause Jell-O to congeal into that familiar, wiggly treat, University of Michigan researchers are devising a new method of detecting nitric oxide in exhaled breath. Contact: Nancy Ross-Flanigan
Public Release: 22-Mar-2009
237th American Chemical Society National Meeting & ExpositionHollow gold nanospheres show promise for biomedical and other applications A new metal nanostructure developed by researchers at the University of California, Santa Cruz, has already shown promise in cancer therapy studies and could be used for chemical and biological sensors and other applications as well. The hollow gold nanospheres have a unique set of properties, including strong, narrow and tunable absorption of light.
National Science Foundation
Contact: Tim Stephens
Public Release: 22-Mar-2009
237th American Chemical Society National Meeting & ExpositionProteins from garden pea may help fight high blood pressure, kidney disease Researchers in Canada are reporting that proteins found in a common garden pea show promise as a natural food additive or new dietary supplement for fighting high blood pressure and chronic kidney disease. Those potentially life-threatening conditions affect millions of people worldwide. Their study is scheduled for presentation in March at the 237th National Meeting of the American Chemical Society. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 22-Mar-2009
237th American Chemical Society National Meeting & ExpositionFirst automated carbohydrate 'assembly line' opens door to new field of medicine Scientists from Germany today reported a major advance toward opening the doors of a carbohydrate-based medicine chest for the 21st century. Much more than just potatoes and pasta, these carbohydrates may form the basis of revolutionary new vaccines and drugs to battle malaria, HIV and a bevy of other diseases. Their study is scheduled for presentation in March at the 237th National Meeting of the American Chemical Society. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 22-Mar-2009
237th American Chemical Society National Meeting & ExpositionConfusion, not cheating, major factor in plagiarism among some students Confusion about what constitutes plagiarism -- not malicious intent -- is the leading cause of plagiarism at the graduate school level, according to an expert who will describe the increasingly worrisome problem during a presentation at the National Meeting of the American Chemical Society. George M. Bodner, Ph.D., who serves on the Ethics Committee of the ACS, is among a panel of scientists who will discuss plagiarism during a special symposium at the meeting. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 22-Mar-2009
237th American Chemical Society National Meeting & ExpositionSpecial gold nanoparticles show promise for 'cooking' cancer cells Researchers have developed the first hollow gold nanospheres -- smaller than the finest flecks of dust -- that search out and "cook" cancer cells. The cancer-destroying nanospheres show particular promise as a minimally invasive future treatment for malignant melanoma, the most serious form of skin cancer, the researchers say. Their study is scheduled for presentation in March at the 237th National Meeting of the American Chemical Society. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 19-Feb-2009
237th American Chemical Society National Meeting & ExpositionThe 'small' science plays a big role at ACS National Meeting, March 22-26 Nanotechnology, the scientific specialty that focuses on the smallest things, will play the biggest role at the 237th National Meeting and Exhibition of the American Chemical Society March 22-26 in Salt Lake City, with presentations planned in general, green, biological and materials/applications nanoscience. In all, there will be more than 135 nano symposia, including nearly 1,000 research papers. Contact: Michael Woods
Public Release: 17-Mar-2009
237th American Chemical Society National Meeting & ExpositionMIT scientist launches special nanoscience symposia at ACS National Meeting Angela M. Belcher, Ph.D., a noted scientist from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) will deliver Keynote Address in Nanoscience at the American Chemical Society’s 237th National Meeting on March 22. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 18-Dec-2008
237th American Chemical Society National Meeting & ExpositionMedia registration opens for chemical society national meeting March 22-26 in Salt Lake City Press registration is now open for the American Chemical Society's 237th National Meeting March 22-26 in Salt Lake City. The major theme for the meeting is nanoscience, and, as always, the program will be filled with a variety of rich multidisciplinary topics, ranging from health and medicine to energy and the environment Contact: Michael Bernstein
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