Moffitt wins $19 million in stimulus grants Nov 20, 2009
8 million to Dr. Robert Gatenby to use advanced imaging methods and mathematical models to look at tumor development and growth. $1. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Parkland Health Center Foundation contributes to Radiology Department Nov 18, 2009
During the past year alone, the department has added digital mammography, a Siemens SOMATOM Definition AS 64-Slice CT Scanner, and a Siemens MAGNETOM Espree MRI. Steve Thomure, manager of Parkland s radiology department, stresses that patients can receive advanced imaging studies locally at Parkland Health Center. Katie Rhodes, chairperson of the Foundation Board, stated, The Foundation is genuinely pleased to provide funding for the breast coil. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Framingham Heart Study chief honored at convention Nov 18, 2009
Yancy credited Levy with recruiting a new generation of volunteer subjects for the Heart Study and using advanced imaging methods to gain new knowledge of the effects of aging and risk factors on cardiovascular structure and function. "Over the past 25 years, epidemiological studies directed by Dr. Levy have provided solid scientific evidence of the value of incorporating modern diagnostic, imaging, and biological technologies into population-based research,'' Yancy said in the press release.... (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Experimental Harmful Algal Bloom Forecast Bulletin For Lake Erie Oct 29, 2009
This hawkeyed species is a Learjet aircraft outfitted with an advanced imaging system. . (Science Daily)
Cape Coral Mailbag Oct 26, 2009
The services offered are many and not limited to cardiology, urology, orthopedics, minor surgery and advanced imaging. The land has been purchased, the final design phase was completed in May 2009 and it is tentatively expected to award the construction contract this coming fall. (The News-Press -- Opinion)
Shands debuts $388M hospital Oct 24, 2009
Given that Shands was one of the first 10 hospitals in the world to have that level of advanced imaging and is one of few hospitals to have two, staff consider it a bragging right. The hospital also features surgical intensive and intermediate care units, a bone marrow transplant unit, an outpatient clinic, a separate pediatric emergency room and waiting area, a stem cell lab, a chapel and meditation room, a healing garden and a 130-seat cafeteria with additional outdoor seating. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Wilmington business space acquired Oct 24, 2009
The 100,000-square-foot Class A property is presently occupied by Aramark Corporation, Arnold Sales/Bimbo Bakeries, and Advanced Imaging. Newmark Knight Frank s Boston office has been retained to lease the remaining 25,000 square-feet of available space at the property. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Tar Heels Tapped To Play In Konica Minolta Big City Classic Oct 20, 2009
Carpenter announced today that Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc., a leading provider of advanced imaging and networking technologies for the desktop to the print shop, will take title sponsorship of the Big City Classic in 2010. The Konica Minolta Big City Classic will be the first event held at the New Meadowlands Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. on April 10, 2010. (Tarheelblue.com)
Technology Brings New Insights To One Of The Oldest Middle Eastern Languages Still Spoken Oct 17, 2009
Using another advanced imaging technique, called Polynomial Texture Mapping, researchers are able to see surface variations under variable lighting, revealing the marks of styluses and even the traces of pens in places where the ink itself has disappeared. Distributing the results online will give worldwide communities of philologists and epigraphers images that are almost as good as the original objects and in some cases actually clearer than the originals to study everything from vocabulary... (Science Daily)
Saving lives through breast cancer imaging Oct 17, 2009
When a mammogram is inconclusive, doctors may order an ultrasound what Angelakis calls the first layer of advanced imaging. Ultrasound exposes the breast to high-frequency sound waves that produce pictures which can help determine whether an abnormality is solid, like a tumor or a non-cancerous lump of tissue, or fluid-filled, like a benign cyst. (Woburn Advocate, MA)
First-of-kind Study Shows Model Can Be Used To Rate Courtroom Psychiatric Experts Performance Oct 16, 2009
That s a level of performance that exceeds standard diagnostic performance in other areas of medicine, such as spotting breast cancer in mammograms or using advanced imaging methods to detect Alzheimer s disease. It also points out one of the basic truths of the justice system, even when dealing with a topic as definitive as expert testimony: ultimate decisions still come down to judgment calls. (Science Daily)
Large-scale cousin of elusive 'magnetic monopoles' found at NIST Oct 7, 2009
The team has created monopole-antimonopole pairs repeatedly in a relatively large chunk of the spin ice, allowing them to confirm the monopoles' existence through advanced imaging techniques such as neutron scattering. While the findings will not tell the team where in the universe to search for Dirac's still-elusive magnetic monopole particles, Lynn says that examining the spin ice will permit scientists to test certain predictions about monopoles. (EurekAlert!)
Early Diagnosis and Treatment of Hip Conditions is Focus of New Center Sep 19, 2009
The Center employs advanced imaging MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) technologies that enable highly experienced musculoskeletal radiologists to accurately pinpoint the problem and help to provide a clear diagnosis ... "The skilled radiologists at HSS are able to develop and use advanced imaging they have specifically created for this area to help accurately identify problems. The proper diagnosis then allows us to recommend the best treatment, whether it is operative or non-operative.". (PR Newswire)
Avielo By Projectiondesign: Superb Images And Energy Saving Innovation To Star In Biggest Ever Booth At CEDIA EXPO Sep 8, 2009
Aimed at the high-end custom installation market for use in elite lifestyle applications, avielo projectors feature the most advanced imaging technology that is consistently being utilized in the making of blockbuster movies. The series incorporates a wide range of models, from entry level to the ultimate high end in video display. (Multichannel News)
Secrets Of Ulcer-causing Bacteria: Clever Biochemical Strategy Enables Bacteria To Move Freely And Colonize Host Aug 20, 2009
More advanced imaging techniques revealed that pH changes directly correlated with the ability of the bacteria to move--the higher the pH, the greater the movement. "This study indicates that the H. pylori, which is shaped very much like a screw, does not bore its way through the mucus gel like a screw through a cork as has previously been suggested," said Bansil. (Science Daily)
Friends of St. Anthony's receives award from Koboldt Trust Aug 9, 2009
The award will be used for the Friends Hope and Healing campaign, which is raising funds for the hospital s Center for Advanced Imaging. To date, the campaign has raised more than 1. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Scientists Track Impact Of DNA Damage In The Developing Brain Jul 30, 2009
Neurosurgeons' jobs are made easier by a 3-D CT scan produced by an advanced imaging system. It produces a computerized image of blood vessels and. (Science Daily)
Mathematics Taking Guesswork Out Of Plastic Surgery Tissue Transfer Jul 20, 2009
Friedman said he and colleagues hope to provide surgeons with software that could be combined with advanced imaging to supply more reliable information about the likely survival of a tissue flap. The surgeon will take an image of a flap that will give an idea of the distribution of vessels. (Science Daily)
Mummified Dinosaur Skin Yields Up New Secrets Jul 8, 2009
Advanced imaging and chemical techniques have revealed that the mummified duckbilled dinosaur had two layers of skin just like the skin of modern birds and reptiles, which scientists believe are closely related to duckbilled dinosaurs. They believe the hippo-sized Dakota fell into a watery grave, with little oxygen present to speed along the decay process. (Science Daily)
"Dinosaur Mummy" Has Skin Like Birds' and Crocodiles' Jul 1, 2009
Advanced imaging and chemical techniques revealed that the had two layers of skin, as do modern vertebrates, including humans. Such a discovery was possible because the dinosaur's skin fossilized before bacteria had a chance to eat up the tissue. (National Geographic)
Friends of St. Anthony's dedicate and bless Healing Garden Jun 16, 2009
Those recognized at the social were among the first supporters to the Hope & Healing Campaign, which is an ongoing campaign to raise funds for a new Center for Advanced Imaging. Healing Garden dedication. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Advance In Understanding Cellulose Synthesis Jun 16, 2009
Using advanced imaging techniques, they tracked the motion of single fluorescent molecules, and found that cellulose synthase moves along "tracks" defined by the microtubules. In this paper, the researchers looked at how the association between the cellulose synthase complexes and microtubules begins. (Science Daily)
Oxygen + MRI might help determine cancer therapy success, researchers find Jun 3, 2009
The MRI experiments were performed in UT Southwestern's Advanced Imaging Research Center, an NIH-funded basic and translational research facility. Visit to learn more about UT Southwestern's clinical services in radiology, including oncology imaging. (EurekAlert!)
Insurer targets elderly as way to save U.S. billions May 28, 2009
$13 billion by cutting down on unnecessary use of advanced imaging technologies such as MRIs; physicians would have to receive prior authorization from a radiology benefit manager. The proposals drew some praise but also skepticism from outside experts who questioned United's forecast for savings. (MSNBC -- Health)
Efficacy Of CT Scans For Chest Pain Diagnosis Validated May 24, 2009
The authors say the findings provide a roadmap for how to appropriately and cost-effectively use this advanced imaging technology, which generates lifelike, three-dimensional photos of the heart and the matrix of blood vessels that surround it. Investigators followed 481 patients who received negative CTA scans for one year after their hospital visit. (Science Daily)
Detecting The Signs Of Alzheimer's Early May 19, 2009
Ashton said new screening techniques are available, including advanced imaging options like functional MRIs and Positron Emission Tomography (PET)scans. MMIX, CBS Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Neuroscientists discover long-term potentiation in the olfactory bulb May 4, 2009
Using an innovative home-built laser microscope, Strowbridge and Gao were able to determine that the olfactory bulb does in fact have LTP. This specialized microscope used an advanced imaging technique called "2-photon excitation" which enabled the researchers to see entire brain cells and then test whether different types of inputs to the cell could mediate olfactory memory. "The real surprise in the study was the specific brain connection that changed following experience. It was a... (EurekAlert!)
Majority Of Ordering Physicians Lack Knowledge Of Radiation Exposure Risks From CT Apr 30, 2009
23, 2009) Unnecessary advanced imaging (CT, MRI and nuclear medicine) can be significantly reduced by providing a simple intervention of education to ordering physicians of the risks, benefits and alternatives. (Mar. (Science Daily)
Local physicians make major gifts to St. Anthonys Hope & Healing Campaign Apr 19, 2009
5 million and was launched to raise money for the Center for Advanced Imaging ... Dr. Boyajian is excited by the technological advances the Center for Advanced Imaging will offer to the patients in this region ... The Center for Advanced Imaging will include a new MRI scanner; a stereotactic breast biopsy system; a new 64-slice CT scanner and digital mammography. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Surgeon starts on pet project Apr 13, 2009
But perhaps the most unique offering is advanced imaging services for dogs. The institute is equipped with what Kozak describes as a high-end MRI and CT scanner for dogs, which he says is a rarity in Houston. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
Accurate Assessment Of Heart Disease Leads To Earlier, More Aggressive Therapy Apr 10, 2009
10, 2009) In a study comparing the ability of various medical techniques to accurately determine the extent of heart disease and stratify patients according to disease severity, researchers found that myocardial perfusion testing with gated single photon emission computed tomography (gated SPECT) was a more accurate predictor of prognosis in chronic ischemic heart disease (IHD) a painful condition caused by a temporary reduction of oxygen-rich blood to the heart. For the study, published in the... (Science Daily)
New Images Of Marine Microbe Illuminate Carbon And Nitrogen Fixation Apr 9, 2009
Using advanced imaging technology rarely used in the marine sciences, the study lends support to the theory that Tricho manages to fix both by separating the processes in time. The stunning pictures also revealed specific hotspots where fixed nitrogen is temporarily stored, and offers strong evidence that Tricho fixes both nitrogen and carbon in the same cell. (Science Daily)
SNM calls CMS PET scan decision a major benefit for cancer patients Apr 7, 2009
"Our goal is to continue to work tirelessly on behalf of our patients to ensure that all individuals whom physicians believe would benefit from these advanced imaging procedures receive the coverage they need for care," Atcher added. NOPR was established in 2006 to track the utility of PET in patients with cancer. (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Difference In Fat Storage May Explain Lower Rate Of Liver Disease In African-Americans Apr 7, 2009
"If we can identify the factors that protect African-Americans from this liver disease, we may be able to extrapolate those to other populations and perhaps develop targeted therapies to help populations prone to NAFLD," said Dr. Jeffrey Browning, assistant professor of internal medicine in the UT Southwestern Advanced Imaging Research Center and the study's senior author. Previous research has shown that when African-Americans do develop NAFLD, they're less likely to reach the later stages of... (Science Daily)
SPACE RACE: Spy Satellite Proposals Gain Traction After Launch... Apr 6, 2009
But Corp. is widely seen as having the inside track to snare contracts for the two large satellites because of its position as a legacy provider of advanced imaging spacecraft. At the same time, Pentagon brass and U.S. intelligence officials are reviving efforts to build a separate, multi-billion dollar space radar network to identify and track moving targets, regardless of terrain, weather or time of day. (The Drudge Report)
On top of harm they inflict, experiments mislead Apr 3, 2009
From computer models and human-derived tissue methods to genetic science and advanced imaging techniques, it's amazing what we can accomplish when we channel resources to innovative nonanimal alternatives. Dr. John J. Pippin Washington The writer advises the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
Danvers Healing Garden plans approved at MGH/NSMC center Apr 1, 2009
This sleek, modern facility will provide the latest in cardiac diagnostics, suites for outpatient and minimally invasive surgery, and advanced imaging services, as well as serve as the expanded home of the new Mass General/North Shore Cancer Center, a comprehensive cancer care center. NSMC (North Shore Medical Center) is a multi-site health system headquartered in Salem, Mass. (Danvers Herald, MA)
2009 NAB Show - Where the Global Content Community Congregates Mar 24, 2009
In addition, the National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT), a telecommunications research organization in Japan, will demonstrate advanced imaging and sound technologies being developed in their labs. Some of these demonstrations will occur for the first time outside of Japan and will include major advances in Holographic TV, glasses-free 3D Display, Internet 3D HiVision, and gCubik Autostereoscopic Display. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Health Insurers and Medical-Imaging Policy — A Work in Progress Mar 5, 2009
NEJM -- Health Insurers and Medical-Imaging Policy -- A Work in Progress. Volume 360:1030-1037. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Alzheimer's-associated Plaques May Have Impact Throughout The Brain Feb 28, 2009
27, 2009) Advanced imaging reveals surprising effects on astrocyte signaling networks. The impact of the amyloid plaques that appear in the brains of patients with Alzheimer's disease may extend beyond the deposits' effects on neurons the cells that transmit electrochemical signals throughout the nervous system. (Science Daily)
Fat-free Diet Reduces Liver Fat In Fat-free Mice, Researchers Report Feb 14, 2009
13, 2009) Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have uncovered crucial clues about a paradoxical disease in which patients with no body fat develop many of the health complications usually found in obese people. The findings in mice, appearing online Feb 3 in Cell Metabolism, have led to the initiation of a National Institutes of Health-funded clinical trial to determine whether eating an extremely low-fat diet could prevent many of the metabolic complications brought on by... (Science Daily)
Study Brings Value of Echocardiography into Focus Feb 13, 2009
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 11 (HealthDay News) -- The advanced imaging technique called contrast echocardiography had a significant impact on the diagnosis and treatment of people hospitalized with heart disease, a new study found. Echocardiography bounces sound waves into the body to get a detailed image of the moving heart. (MEDLINEplus)
Three New Species Discovered In Deep Sea Feb 8, 2009
(Credit: Advanced Imaging and Visualization Laboratory, WHOI/Jess Adkins, Caltech). Related Stories. (Science Daily)
Exhibition recreates life of temple singer Feb 8, 2009
Oriental Institute Director Gil Stein pointed out that interdisciplinary studies, in this case the collaboration of new research in Egyptology and the most advanced imaging techniques, are a hallmark of the University. The exhibition includes 71 artifacts ranging from musical instruments, written documents and pottery, to stelae, jewelry and objects similar to those that Meresamun would have had or used inside and outside the temple. (Univeristy of Chicago Chronicle, IL)
