Q&A : Swine flu facts and fiction May 6, 2009
A: The H protein looks like a little spike that fits into a notch, called a receptor, on the outside of an animal or human cell and lets the virus enter. Once inside, the virus hijacks the DNA in the cell s nucleus and uses it to make copies of itself. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Braves’ talent on the farm has dried up May 4, 2009
Its not like we re bringin in Top Notch talent via free agency. we get an over the hill pitcher, one who just gives it up and eats innings, and a Japanese who cant find the strike zone. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
More than 40 students suspended following protest May 1, 2009
You are a top notch school here. You are officially a disgrace to this community for allowing 4 people to dictate how graduation is going to held. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Johns Hopkins Women's Lacrosse ALC Tournament Notes Apr 30, 2009
For the second consecutive game, senior Marisa Lozano and freshman Theresa Zichelli were key to the offense, notching three assists and three goals, respectively ... Rossi followed that with a five-goal performance at Ohio State on March 7 to become the first freshman in program history to notch five goals in back-to-back games. (Hopkinssports.com)
Prosperity of the country is what is important (485) Apr 28, 2009
Lodian wrote on Apr 26, 2009 5:38 PM:" Brian: Yes, when people (Jerry or Brian) go on unrelated blogs to trash the people of a good school that did a superb job last Wednesday with their top notch response to an emergency I will definitely follow up. You bet your arse, Brian. ". Brian wrote on Apr 26, 2009 5:00 PM:" http://seelodi.groupee.net/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6851076412/m/120104321We may never know what could have happened "but for" Mssrs. Funge and Morgan's heroic acts and the commendable... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Many thanks for help with diversity fair Apr 28, 2009
Special thanks to Augie AJ Biami for a dynamic job as Master of Ceremonies and for providing an array of top notch and very professional performances to the delight of an excited and enthusiastic audience. John Startt, Megan Sneary, Chris Swann and the staff at the Department of Parks and Leisure provided great support and assistance. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Playoff schedule and forum Apr 17, 2009
UGay is just another notch in PJ s gun. pensacola dawg. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
On Garret, Diaz and the Fish Apr 16, 2009
I think it s going to take a trade to really fix the LH reliever problem, but you still aren t going to get top notch one without giving up something good from the minor leagues. 1. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Key Gene That Protects Against Leukemia Identified Apr 15, 2009
Without JunB, HSCs lose their ability to respond to signals from the protein receptors Notch and TGF-beta, which reside on the cells surface and play critical roles in determining cell fate. By uncovering this mechanism, we might one day be able to determine the difference between normal HSCs and leukemic stem cells in gene regulatory networks. (Science Daily)
Expect some tweaks to Florida offense Apr 15, 2009
He has gotten us a notch or two above Donnan ... he has a coach or two on his staff that are not top notch SEC caliber guys ... Very good teams - but LSU and Bama will be a notch better. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Chizik building Auburn for the long haul Apr 14, 2009
Bama and Georgia will continue to get the top notch high school talent for their respective states. Auburn get the fighters who want to prove themselves. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Braves do little things right, sweep Nats Apr 13, 2009
Slugger 19th player to notch 250 homers, 250 stolen bases ... Soriano's latest outing allowed Jair Jurrjens to notch his second win of the young season. (MLB.com -- Atlanta Braves)
Rox's Barmes drawing praise at second Apr 13, 2009
Slugger 19th player to notch 250 homers, 250 stolen bases. By Thomas Harding / MLB.com. (MLB.com -- Colorado Rockies)
I cower at her love of the puck Apr 11, 2009
Dr. Lockwood admits that, initially, the recognition that your mate is more knowledgeable than you in your pet interest, or better than you at your coolest skill, will take your ego down a notch. But eventually, she says, you'll both win. (Globe and Mail)
Common Virus Kills Cancer Stem Cells Apr 10, 2009
9, 2009) Dalhousie Medical School cancer researcher Dr. Patrick Lee has proven that a common virus can infect and kill breast cancer stem cells. This breakthrough finding is published in the current issue of Molecular Therapy, the journal of the American Society of Gene Therapy. (Science Daily)
Jerry Micco's sports chat transcript Apr 9, 2009
Jerry Micco: I don't know if it's inevitable because they could slip a notch and play the Caps. I think if you look on paper, this is the best matchup the Pens could hope to get. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
How Vulnerable Are The Police and Prison Officers to Hepatitis B Infection? Apr 9, 2009
Oh, once were on law enforcement officers health, lets go a little notch ,by throwing in the importance of exercise into the equation. What about the government providing a Gym at police stations. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
American Idol Recap Top 9 Apr 1, 2009
Once again American Idol saved the best for last, with Adam and Kris clearly a notch or two above the rest. Based on their performances and the judges comments, the best candidates for the bottom three are Anoop, Megan and Matt. (Suite101.com)
Palo Alto digs in for train-tunnel battle Apr 1, 2009
So really Palo Alto, let's all take it down a notch. Yes, you should have a place at the table. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
The tails that wag the Dogs Mar 29, 2009
He wanted to notch a good time, because the coaches were watching, but he knew he had to be sensible; in his first three pre-seasons, he had seen some of the best November runners look exhausted by February. He had plans: to improve his endurance, get stronger and have his on-field responsibilities spring to mind more rapidly, but the Bulldogs had a new conditioning coach, and the young defender had no idea what, exactly, was in store. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Top-Ranked NU Visits UMass For Spring Break Showdown Mar 25, 2009
Junior Danielle Spencer notched her 100th career goal against Syracuse on March 22 ... She is also a member of a very exclusive club as she is just the second Wildcat to notch 300 points in her career ... She has proven to be one of the top offensive threats in the country during that time, notching at least two goals in 43 of the 49 outings, including tying a career-best with six goals against both Notre Dame and Rutgers earlier this season. (Nusports.com)
Brain injury victims can seem OK Mar 25, 2009
Snowboarders wear helmets head to the slopes at Smugglers' Notch Resort in Smugglers Notch, Vt. It's unclear whether a helmet could have saved Natasha Richardson, who died of head injuries after falling on a ski slope. (North County Times)
Silent Hill: Homecoming Mar 25, 2009
Sure, there are minor tweaks here and there, the graphics while being decidedly bland is still a notch above the circa-PS2 games, but you'll experience an overwhelming case of dj vu as you plod through the foggy streets of Silent Hill, and a seemingly adjacent town called Shepherd's Glen. The game starts with an introduction that was probably intended to launch you into the narrative with a startling jolt, but ends up being a rather clichd opener that, at best, might raise an eyebrow in... (iAfrica.com)
The Batt asks Mar 24, 2009
Atoo much to offer for our athletic teams not to be top notch, and I don't know how much money it takes to build facilities or whatnot to get people to come here, but I would like to contribute to get the top recruits here. You know, there is a lot you can do with a billion dollars, such as buy food for the hungry or give it to charity and I think it can go to many different things. (The Battalion, TX)
Warriors confirm changes take your breath away Mar 23, 2009
But size isn't all it's cracked up to be - especially when the game appears to have gotten another notch faster this season with the introduction of two referees, an increase in penalties and fewer calls being referred to the video referee. At Brookvale yesterday fit players slumped to their haunches, sucking in air to quell their exploding lungs. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Share your thoughts Mar 21, 2009
The SOCIALIZED MEDICINE comments always come from individuals who have top notch coverage and do not pay one dime for it ... Has nothing to do with medical care in Canada which is top notch. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Progress Toward An Alzheimer’s Drug That Saves Brain Cells Mar 21, 2009
However, this complex (group of proteins that work together) is also involved in the regulation of a series of other essential proteins such as Notch, which plays a crucial role in the development of an embryo. This is why many of the medicines in development that act on the whole -secretase complex run up against toxic side effects. (Science Daily)
What we don’t know about the SEC East Mar 19, 2009
FL will be brought down a notch or two next year ... Yet, these same fans are the ones stating that UF will be knocked down a notch or two when Tebow graduates ... Over the last three years Stafford has notched completion percentages of 52. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
UPDATE: U.S. Jet Shoots Down Iranian Drone Over Iraq... Mar 14, 2009
All of you anti-americian haters need to back-up a notch or two and check yourselves. IF AMERICA WAS TO STAY AT HOME FOR AWHILE YOU WOULD BE SOMEONES SLAVE IN A MATTER OF NO-TIME. (The Drudge Report)
Toppenish topples MM in first round at Yakima Mar 13, 2009
the best wrote on Mar 12, 2009 1:36 PM:" Coach B doesn't have to recruit. Kids that are good at basketball want to play at MM. If they want to play for a successful team, then why not move to Longview from Kalama. It makes sense just like athletes that choose to go to a top notch college instead of a hometown college because of the sports program. They don't need to be recruited because it's their choice. ". HOOPS wrote on Mar 12, 2009 1:38 PM:" winning is pretty entertaining to me ". (Longview Daily News, WA)
Ozone Pollution Taking Toll on American Lives Mar 13, 2009
The findings carry the knowledge of air pollution and its effect on health a notch deeper, one expert said. "This is something we've seen before with high levels of pollution, though we had not identified ozone as something causing respiratory diseases," said Dr. Len Horovitz, a pulmonary specialist with Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City. (MEDLINEplus)
Gunman Kills 16 At German School Mar 12, 2009
With the last 8 years of being in constant war the americans just be top notch at slaughtering other kids. Someone once told me, "whatever you chose to do in life, make sure you do it the best". (CBS News -- 60 minutes II)
Tech poised for title run? Mar 12, 2009
I wouldn t be surprised to see Tech notch a couple of wins. LIke the say in the minor leagues when you re o-for in your last 11 at bats. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Johns Hopkins-Oregon Women's Lacrosse Notes Mar 12, 2009
She is the first freshman in program history to notch five goals in back-to-back games. Red, White and Blue: Three players with ties to Johns Hopkins were selected to the 2008-09 U.S. Developmental Team in the fall. (Hopkinssports.com)
A grand weekend is on docket at Killington Mar 12, 2009
Racers pedal to the Appalachian Mountain Club's Pinkham Notch Visitor Center before a hike to the floor of the Ravine where a skier or snowboarder then grunts to the start of the gates for a schuss down. The twist. (Boston Globe)
UMass Baseball Holds Off Arizona, 9-8 Mar 8, 2009
Minutemen hold off the Wildcats' late efforts to notch their first Pac-10 win since 1982 ... Jett Bandy had the hot bat for the Wildcats notching two hits, including a homerun, in five at bats, bringing home four runs. (Umassathletics.com)
SEAL training in Gaylord?Navy considering St. Mary Cathedral School for military exercise (410) Mar 8, 2009
Stanley wrote on Feb 24, 2009 5:09 PM:" The Grayling Air Gunnery Range does a fantastic job of training and has received national recognition for their efforts. Everything they do is top notch and I'm sure this would be no different. These military personnel also do a lot to support our local economy. We should be proud to support them in every way we can. ". Login to comment. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
ABCNEWS: Obama's 'mischaracterization of data'... Mar 6, 2009
This will lower demand for top notch medical personnel. Why would they choose suffering through years of medical school for average/capped salaries. (The Drudge Report)
Cell Microenvironments Hold Key To Future Stem Cell Therapies Mar 5, 2009
"By impairing a signaling pathway known as Notch, we are able to revert malignant breast cancer cells to a normal phenotype." ... This is a section of a normal mammary gland that has been stained to find the terminal duct zones that are enriched for mammary stem cells (red) and to visualize a Notch signaling pathway (green) ... Impairing the Notch pathway caused malignant breast cancer cells to revert to a normal phenotype. (Science Daily)
Balanced Offensive Attack Propels Marist To 11-10 Win Over Stony Brook Mar 5, 2009
Eight Red Foxes Notch A Point In Marist's Second Straight Victory ... During the stretch, junior (Freeport, N.Y.) scored a free-position goal with 22:10 to play in the game, senior (Syosset, N.Y.) notched her third goal of the season exactly four minutes after Dillon, and freshman (Syracuse, N.Y.) scored her second goal of the game and season, at the 16:11 mark. (Goredfoxes.com)
Brain’s Reserve Cells Can Be Activated After Stroke Mar 3, 2009
The team have identified the molecular mechanisms that control the activation of these cells, and shown that it is possible to increase the formation of new nerve cells in healthy mice by switching off the so-called Notch signalling pathway, which inhibits the creation of new nerve cells ... Carl;n et al. Forebrain ependymal cells are Notch-dependent and generate neuroblasts and astrocytes after stroke. (Science Daily)
Sekou's blog Mar 2, 2009
If this same group matured without any loses for about 2 years and also signing a solid coach than we would be a top notch team. May I ask why you ask me and Ray. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Life from the depths of a coma Feb 27, 2009
Your diagnosis may be grim, Dawn, but the care you receive is top notch. The Patient Hour continues until March 29. (Globe and Mail)
Griner paces class of 09 Feb 26, 2009
"There really is not a high school player that has played like Brittney Griner has. There's no doubt in my mind that she will be one of the top notch collegiate players, and it won't take long for her to do that.". She demonstrated those transcendent abilities during Nimitz's season-opening game against Hastings High. (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
Transportation costs too much for 1 student Feb 24, 2009
Pete wrote on Feb 20, 2009 10:18 PM:" BTW after a bit of research on the Web Tuition R&B at Harvard (adult) is 53,000.Clarke School for the Deaf (children) in Boston is 60,000 includes R&B- for a top notch private school. The efficency in the public arena is amazing! I wonder who has the best program? ". Pete wrote on Feb 20, 2009 9:15 PM:" The law the Judge followed has been in place since 94-(142). In a nutshell ASD recieves close to 60k per kid from the State (Fed passthrough Medicaid... (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
On The Bubble: Kari Lehtonen Feb 14, 2009
There is no doubt Kari could be a top notch goalie. but the key word is could. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Reid sets record straight Feb 14, 2009
Good luck, you deserve it, but dude take a de gloss pill or something, or else pumping yourself up with lame, steakhouse announcements and all your talk are going to lead you to getting brought down a notch at the college level. Stay humble dude. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Favre retires again: Say its so, Brett! Say its so! Feb 13, 2009
But all of those guys were still a notch below Farve and Marino. And the Dolphins never won a superbowl with Marino because their defense was never dominant. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
A-Rod tests positive, world economy spirals Feb 10, 2009
I can t imagine the Braves at this point dealing KJ, unless it is for a top notch outfielder, but then, how many of them are there out there who we could afford. We still might be able to get one of the Cardinal outfielders, but I really don t think KJ will be a part of that package. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
The Triumphant Return Feb 8, 2009
When your opponent has two stones, the stress level kicks up a notch. The fear of allowing him to obtain a third stone becomes almost too great to bear. (IGN Dreamcast)
No Joe against Bobcats Feb 8, 2009
i dont know if he will take it up a notch here but if he doesnt stay i think he has earned a shot somewhere else and may be a better coach for it as he reflects back. still hold some promise for the guy if he could find it in himself to follow through on what he says he wants to do. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Jeff Schultz Feb 7, 2009
His reaction when somebody suggests to him the Packers may drop a notch historically. I don t know, he said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
A pay cap that caps itself Feb 7, 2009
And no need to fear the possible brain drain on the street either -- why do we fear to lose the "top notch geniuses?" Aren't they the ones who brought down the Wall Street. With U.S. jobless rate hitting a record 7. (Xinhuanet, China)
The new Whistler Sliding Centre 'an elevator shaft with ice' Feb 7, 2009
Once you reach a certain level, though, you can come to Whistler and raise it up a notch. I mean, when I was racing, my second track was Sarajevo and that was a shit-kicker compared to what I was used to. (Globe and Mail)
Miller: All chips on the table for Terps, Cardinal Mar 31, 2008
Regardless of the seeding debate, which should be settled Monday, both teams feel they have something to prove to a nation that ranks both programs a notch below the super elite. No Pac-10 team -- or any team west of Austin, Texas, for that matter -- has reached the Final Four since Stanford last went in 1997. (ESPN -- Women's Basketball)
Squid Beaks Use Chemical Trick to Keep From Tearing Off Mar 28, 2008
They're also powerful: With a single notch through a captured fish's back, a squid beak can sever the fish's nerve cord and cause paralysis. (Related: [March 30, 2007. (National Geographic)
What do you think of the hire? Mar 28, 2008
that is exactly what Tech needs in an AD. someone young, hungry, from a top-notch program, who knows the inside workings of an athletic program ... What top notch recruit wants to come to a school with fair weather fans ... Are the top notch athletes going to come play for a school with fair-weather fans - who only show up if the team is contending for a national title. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Jason Taylor Scores -- Again! -- On 'Dancing' Mar 25, 2008
Marissa Jaret Winokur: Wisely turned down the high-stepping enthusiasm a notch. I love Marissa, but that level of perky could get tired quick. (The Palm Beach Post)
Letters for Thursday, March 20, 2008 Mar 21, 2008
" Get the story straight, man. Michael Spencer is complaining because Jillings was not there and wrote a letter about the happenings. It is just like you... people to make up stories to fit your agenda. Focal Point wrote on Mar 20, 2008 12:49 PM: wrote on Mar 20, 2008 1:24 AM: Constitution guarantees that there will be on religious test. Obama renounced the racial statements of Rev. Wright. Obama's religion is Christianity. Does every American who is is a white Anglo Saxon protestant have to... (North County Times)
Decisions coming for Braves Mar 21, 2008
I d say Javy needs to turn it up a notch or two in the next five days to have much chance of winning a job. By. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Wary eye on South America Mar 20, 2008
Turn it up a notch Bush should stay in power until everyone who is a threat is toast hell yeah. By Big Stick. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Same Process Discovered To Both Form Skeleton And Protect It For Life Mar 18, 2008
Notch proteins have been recognized for many years as part of signaling cascades that drive the development of the fetal brain, nerves and blood vessels. What had remained a mystery was whether Notch has any role in bone formation and health in adults ... The current results demonstrate for the first time in live, adult animals that genetic changes made to increase Notch signaling specifically in bone-making cells (osteoblasts) resulted in thickened, abnormal bone similar in some ways to that... (Science Daily)
Lloyds TSB chief Eric Daniels wont rush Mar 16, 2008
If he gets his grades up half a notch, I pay for it. It s bribery in education - always works. (Times Online)
United back on top as Gunners held again Mar 16, 2008
Wayne Rooney, from what seemed to be an offside position, rolled the ball across goal for his prolific team-mate to notch his 31st goal of the season with a side-footed finish. It was a cruel blow for Derby, who would have established a first-half lead but for a superb display by England goalkeeper Ben Foster, who marked his United debut with two superb stops from Scotland forward Kenny Miller. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
California winemakers depend on a smattering of nurseries to keep vineyards healthy and thriving Mar 15, 2008
Cut a notch in the rootstock; cut a wedge in the vine, or scion. Insert tab A into slot B and you get the world's most revered wine fruit above and a barricade against phylloxera below. (San Francisco Chronicle)
