Press Releases by Category Science & Education
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY PHIL CICIO HELPS PEOPLE FORWARD TO SUCCESS - LAUN …
Phil Cicio is a licensed Life Success Consultant working to help people improve their lives and their incomes. He offers a number of programs live and online, in half-day, full day and customized formats for large or small groups, personalized coaching, mastermind groups, in-house corporate trainings, executive and personal retreats, conference halls, stadium keynotes and more. Phil Cicio has been featured on radio and television programs in Boston. The Life…
RDI Offering the Best of UK MBA Courses for Ultimate Success
Many modern managers are finding an increased desire in gaining an MBA in order to secure their positions through the current tough business environment.
There are hundreds of MBA courses on offer in the UK, most being full-time campus study. However, those managers who are currently employed or have spent their lives building their careers may find it difficult to study on a full time basis.
RDI offer the perfect alternative for…
Biotage Releases Comprehensive New Catalog of Sample Preparation Products and Ap …
Uppsala, Sweden, January 26, 2011 – Biotage® (STO: BIOT), a leading supplier of tools and technology for medicinal and analytical chemistry, announced the release of its new Analytical Sample Preparation Catalog. The expanded, 200-page catalog includes a range of products for Bioanalytical, Forensic, Clinical, Environmental, Agrochemical and Food Applications. To order or download the catalog, visit www.biotage.com or contact a representative. A searchable version of the catalog is also available…
Young population and growing income to drive the private education market in Chi …
Netscribes (India) Pvt. Ltd., launches Education Market in China 2011 report covering a market with strong growth potential. It is a part of Netscribes’ Education Industry series.
Mumbai, India – January 28, 2011 – Netscribes (India) Pvt. Ltd., a knowledge consulting solutions company, announces the launch of its report Education Market China 2011. Awareness about education in China along with huge support from the government in the form of…
Founder of leading private tutor company Tutors International calls for regulati …
Adam Caller, founder and senior partner of leading global private tuition company Tutors International, has called for regulation of the private tuition industry. Recent cases involving abuse of students by unvetted private tutors, and now the formal investigation into fraudulent activities involving private tuition fees by Dr Vincent McKee, highlight the need for regulation. For more information, visit www.tutors-international.com or call +44 (0) 1865 435 135.
"I have been concerned about…
Top marks for 'outstanding' Treloar's School and College
AN education inspector has delivered more outstanding feedback to Treloar School, based in Alton – Hampshire, a school for young people with complex disabilities and learn difficulties.
During a recent two-day visit to the School, an inspector from education body Ofsted was impressed with the teaching delivered to the students across a range of subjects that relate to business and economic education.
Treloar’s was selected to be involved in a ‘subject survey…
Undercover Metal Detector with Android Smart Phone controller
OKM GmbH, the German manufacturer of geophysical measuring instruments and 3d metal detectors, developed the first undercover metal detector which is disguised as a walking stick. It is controlled by a modern and powerful Android Smart Phone. The new detector is called Rover UC (UC = UnderCover). The data exchange between the telescopic antenna (walking stick) and the Smart Phone takes place via Bluetooth. The measured data of the underground…
Alumni meet at the British International School Kyiv
On the 21st of January British International School alumni visited their alma mater in Kyiv, Ukraine. The young adults met with teachers, discussed their plans for the future and the day’s activities, after which current school students invited guests to an honorary concert.
Ukrainian schools usually have alumni meetings in the first week of February. However, the British International School administration decided to invite former students earlier as many of them…
Savannah River Banking Company Renews Teller Training Curriculum from Edcomm Ban …
Savannah River Banking Company has recently renewed its Teller Training curriculum from Edcomm Banker’s Academy.
New York, NY, January 28, 2011 -- Savannah River Banking Company has recently renewed its Teller Training curriculum from Edcomm Banker’s Academy for an additional year. Take Charge! Achieving Teller Excellence will continue to be hosted and maintained by Edcomm Banker’s Academy’s Learning Management System (LMS), Learning Link®.
Take Charge! Achieving Teller Excellence, from Edcomm Banker’s Academy,…
LANXESS celebrates the “International Year of Chemistry”
Plans talks and outreach activities for students and the general public to “bring chemistry to life”
Singapore – As a global player in the specialty chemicals business, LANXESS is fully committed to promoting greater understanding of the contributions of chemistry science in shaping our lives and future, in conjunction with the world’s celebration of the International Year of Chemistry (IYC) 2011.
The IYC is an initiative of the International Union of…
Naperville French Tutor Announces New Online French Language Assessment Test
The new French assessment program, available at naperfrench.com/contact/french-test/, was designed by Naperville, IL-based French tutor, Anne Cottez. This follows her developing French classes curriculums she has been teaching for 9 years which are being presented to help children and adults learn while living in the USA as expatriates or American who want to be fluent in the French language.
“I’m so happy to have my new online language test so…
Congressman Jason Altmire to Lead Ribbon Cutting at Gateway Analytical
New Gibsonia Laboratory Celebrates Grand Opening with Community Leaders, Facility Tours and More
PITTSBURGH, January 27, 2011 — Gateway Analytical, an analytical contract laboratory and consulting company, will hold a grand opening celebration on Tues., February 1 at 4156 Kenneth Drive, Gibsonia. The public event kicks off at 10 a.m., with a special appearance and ribbon cutting led by Congressman Jason Altmire, as well as other regional dignitaries and local…
Disttinguished Instructor Named Art Teacher at Franklin Academy in Pembroke Pine …
Brett Thomas Joins Faculty at New Pembroke Pines K-8 Charter School
Pembroke Pines, FL (January 27, 2011) – Brett Thomas has been named art teacher at Franklin Academy, a public charter school which will open in Pembroke Pines for the 2011 -12 school year. Thomas, a nationally and internationally exhibited artist who has been teaching for 13 years in Florida, Illinois and Pennsylvania, will work with other teachers to integrate art…
Rotary Peace Centers program seeks applicants for 2012-14 class
EVANSTON, IL., USA, – As the world observes the International Day of Commemoration to honor the victims of the Holocaust today, Rotary International - a humanitarian service organization dedicated to world peace and understanding (rotary.org) – is now accepting applications for fellowships to help the next generation of leaders develop the skills to build peace and prevent future genocide and war.
Those interested in the program can apply…
Tricking with the nose - A well-selected use of aromas allows for the reduction …
“More aroma, less salt” – this straight-forward formula is the result of a French study. European Sensory Network researchers examined a simple new method by which the salt levels in food products could be reduced without it negatively effecting the consumer’s taste perception.
Doctors and nutritionists continually complain that we use too much salt. The World Health Organization (WHO) states that ideally, a person should consume no more than 5g salt…
THE NEW ADMIN PANEL HAS FINALLY ARRIVED
SHEFFIELD, ENGLAND, Jan. 26, 2010 – The ResearchWritingCenter.com is one of the biggest and most prominent online communities for freelance writers. There are a lot of projects on the web, which provide communication between freelance writers and their customers. But ResearchWritingCenter.com is different, because it is constantly in a state of innovation.
“We are trying to do everything possible to be ahead of the competition all the time. The main…
Psychological Test and Assessment Modeling: New approaches to the study of self- …
In Psychol Test Assess Model 4/2010, five studies highlight exciting new directions in the research of self-regulated learning (SRL). The studies focus on learning contexts, school and classroom practices, relationships among psychological constructs, and innovative measurement of SRL. Guest-Editors are Marion Porath, Albert Ziegler, Heidrun Stoeger.
N.E. Perry, C. Thauberger, and L. Hutchinson report on how gStudy software and its associated learning kit supported young children in learning about the…
Adelphi University to Host Journalist Kim Barker
Adelphi University is pleased to host investigative journalist Kim Barker, who will present her lecture “The Taliban Shuffle: A Look at What the US Has Done in Afghanistan and Pakistan, and Why It’s Not Working.” The event will take place on Thursday, March 3, 2011 at 12 p.m. in the Ruth S. Harley University Center’s Thomas Dixon Lovely Ballroom, 1 South Avenue, Garden City, NY. The event is free and…
Award-Winning Author Margaret Atwood to Speak at Adelphi University
Adelphi University is pleased to host acclaimed author Margaret Atwood, who will deliver the Rita Diamandopoulos Lecture in Literature on Monday, March 28, 2011 at 7 p.m. in the Ruth S. Harley University Center’s Thomas Dixon Lovely Ballroom, 1 South Avenue, Garden City, NY. The event is free and open to the public.
Ms. Atwood, from Toronto, has written over 40 novels, which have been translated into over 30 languages. Her…
TMI announces Cadet of the Month awards
TMI – The Episcopal School of Texas announced January Cadet of the Month awards for members of the Texas Military Institute Corps of Cadets.
Sophomore Javier Fuentes was named Upper School Cadet of the Month, and eighth-grader Gerardo Martinez was recognized as Middle School Cadet of the Month.
The honor is the result of a monthly inspection run in order to judge and to award cadets who have been nominated by…
Sixth-grader raises champion steer
Ryne Hutton, a sixth-grader at TMI – The Episcopal School of Texas, was awarded Grand Champion Steer of the Show for his steer Grizzly on Jan. 14 at the Kendall County Stock Show in Boerne.
Hutton, age 12, raised the Simmental steer as a 4-H project, along with a Charolais steer, Dez, that won Reserve Champion at the same show. “I knew Grizzly was going to be special,” he says, “because…
Area student represents TMI at Rotary conference
Dale Fastle of Boerne, a junior at TMI – The Episcopal School of Texas, was chosen to represent TMI at the Rotary Youth Leadership Assembly (RYLA) conference, Jan. 14-17, at the John Newcomb Tennis Ranch in New Braunfels.
Chosen by their schools on the basis of leadership potential, 160 juniors from more than 50 high schools attended the conference, sponsored by Rotary International District 5840 of Central Texas. An additional 32…
TMI names Cadet Challenge winners
Upper School cadets at TMI – The Episcopal School of Texas received awards for outstanding performance in the annual JROTC Cadet Challenge during a Reveille ceremony, Jan. 13.
Participants in the Challenge are scored in five events – curl-ups, shuttle run, one-mile run/walk, pull-ups and V-sit reach. Male cadets honored were: Steel Sessions, first place; Robert Guerra, second; Wallace Schmuck, third; Alex McCann and Chris Perez, fourth; and Chad…
Noted scholar connects spirituality, science at TMI
Distinguished Christian philosopher/author Peter Kreeft, Ph.D., spoke Jan. 13 at two events in All Saints Chapel at TMI – The Episcopal School of Texas. Kreeft, a Boston College professor of philosophy, spoke to students in chapel and took part in a panel discussion with TMI faculty about the relationship between faith, reason and science.
He also delivered the Daunt Lecture 2011 at a public event that evening on the subject of…
Acellus® Releases Math Courses for Special Education Programs
New Acellus Courses Incorporate Specially Designed Instruction to Meet the Needs of Students with Disabilities
Independence, MO – January 24, 2011 – The International Academy of Science today announced the release of additional Acellus courseware for use in special education programs. The courses have been developed to aid Special Needs Students in mastering academic skills while still incorporating the rigor of standards-based courses, thus enabling students to approach and…
A Solution That Counts: Long-standing Mathematical Conjecture Finally Proved
A conjecture presented in 1985 – the Andrews and Robbins conjecture – has recently been proved for the first time. It is thus clear that the structure which goes by the name of "totally symmetric plane partitions" can be described using a single formula. Producing the proof required vast computer resources and was only possible after the formula had been prepared for computer-assisted calculation. This finding by a Austrian Science…
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Self Exam Engine is today’s best recognized source of latest IT exams. Microsoft, Cisco, CompTIA, IBM and more exams are most frequently updated to ensure thousands of customers get their targeted result.
As the world of information technology is taking new turns every now and then and technology organizations and certification seekers are constantly adopting latest IT trends and practices. While the certifications issued by Microsoft, Cisco, IBM, HP, Oracle,…
Agilent Technologies’ Modular PXI, AXIe Products Receives Frost & Sullivan Award …
New Delhi, January 25, 2011 – Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) today announced that its portfolio of PXI and AXIe chassis and modules received the Frost & Sullivan Award for Customer Value Enhancement in the Test and Measurement category.
“Our award is given to the company that has demonstrated excellence in implementing strategies that proactively create value for their customers, focusing on improving the customers’ return on investment,” said Frost &…
Acellus® Catalyzes Learning within Response to Intervention (RTI) Programs
Acellus Integrates Prescriptive Assessments and Targeted Instruction for Intervention Programs
Independence, MO – January 24, 2010 – The International Academy of Science today announced that the Acellus Learning System has become the program of choice among schools nationwide for implementing frequent progress measurement and self-paced intervention to prevent academic failure.
Acellus is an ideal academic solution for schools with Response to Intervention (RTI) programs. It integrates prescriptive assessments and targeted…
Acellus® Interactive Learning Courses Adopted by Oklahoma State Textbook Committ …
Oklahoma School Districts may now Implement Acellus Math Courses using Allocated Textbook Funds
Independence, MO – January 24, 2010 – The International Academy of Science today announced that the Acellus Learning System has been officially adopted as a textbook in Oklahoma. The Oklahoma textbook adoption process involves rigorous evaluation of instructional materials with respect to Oklahoma’s state content standards.
The Acellus Learning System is a computer-based education tool which combines…
Acellus® Unveils Credit Recovery Learning Model
Acellus Innovatively Leverages Technology to More Effectively Reach At-Risk Students
Independence, MO – January 24, 2010 – The International Academy of Science today announced the release of the Credit Recovery model of the Acellus Learning System. The credit recovery model of Acellus uses Deficiency Diagnostic technology to provide in-depth training on the specific areas where students are lacking in understanding.
“Acellus Credit Recovery takes a revolutionary approach to helping at-risk…
Reduce Risk When Scaling-up Explosive Compounds
This online seminar discusses highly energetic reactions that were studied using heat flow calorimetry, in situ infrared (IR) and offline High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC). The results were evaluated with iC Safety - an efficient interface for providing process safety assessments - required to establish safe operating conditions for chemical processes. The approach and results will be presented.
The numerous challenges associated with scaling-up chemical processes is compounded when the materials…
Chemical Synthesis Supported by Design of Experiments (DoE)
Peptide Synthesis is naturally subject to a wide range of influences, such as reaction temperature, solvent, catalyst, as well as concentrations of the substrate and reagent. As a result, the target output variables such as the product composition, purity, yield or stereospecificity may vary in wide range.
Rather than adopting a trial and error approach, whereby each parameter is examined on an individual basis and interactions between these parameters cannot be…
New Vast Technologies Precision Metal Stand provides more precise focusing
Vast STM-0103 Precision Metal stand is a 360° rotative, rigid and economical boom stand with fine-tune designed for use with Vast handheld Microscope series. The adjustable component is assembled with the arm of the metal stand and makes it easy to slightly adjust the height.
The STM-0103 comes with a socket and a rotative holder which is compatible for our microscope series. The unique design provides various degrees to inspect…
Apeejay organizes Workshop on Social Broadcasting & New Forms of Creativity
New Delhi, January 24, 2011: Commemorating Mahatma Gandhi's only visit to All India Radio as the National Public Service Broadcasting Day, Apeejay Institute of Mass Communication at Dwarka on January 20, 2011 organized a workshop on Social Broadcasting and new forms of Creativity in the able presence of Mr. Brij Bakshi, Senior Director of Programmes in Prasar Bharti, New Delhi.
The workshop beginning with the keynote address of eminent Writer,…
Apeejay Stya University Announces International Teaching Fellowship
New Delhi, January 24, 2011: Apeejay Stya University, built up on a 32 acre campus, is a new non-profit philanthropic endeavor of the Apeejay Stya Group that blends the best features of a research based university with that of the liberal arts philosophy. With an ambition to create a unique university imbibing the best of features from across the world, brining a revolution in Indian Higher Education, Apeejay Stya University…
Edcomm Banker’s Academy Certifies 25 Commercial Lenders with Financial Analysis …
Edcomm Banker’s Academy recently certified 20 Commercial Lenders from a Pennsylvania Retail Bank with its Financial Analysis training program.
New York, NY, January 24, 2011 -- Edcomm Banker’s Academy recently certified 20 Commercial Lenders from a Pennsylvania Retail Bank with its Financial Analysis training program. Upon successful completion of Advanced Financial Analysis, pariticpants gained the knowledge, skills and certification needed to effectively analyze their clients’ business to make informed lending decisions.…
Survey Points to Radical Makeover of Traditional Education
Online education is booming according to longtime online higher education pioneer, Dr. Fred DiUlus. As the founder and CEO of online university builder, Global Academy Online, he has witnessed first-hand the exponential growth of the online education industry. Traditional educators are just now beginning to seriously pull back the layers of opportunity that exist within the virtual world for today’s technologically savvy students.
Many traditionalists have complained over the years…
Banker’s Academy Certifies 15 Relationship Managers from a Texas Retail Bank
Edcomm Banker’s Academy has recently certified 15 Relationship Managers from a Texas Retail Bank with its Relationship Management training program.
New York, NY, January 22, 2011 -- Edcomm Banker’s Academy has recently certified 15 Relationship Managers from a Texas Retail Bank with its Relationship Management training program. Upon completion of Advanced Relationship Manager Excellence, participants gained the knowledge, skills and certification needed to become outstanding Relationship Managers at their bank.
Good Relationship…
EMS Showcases Exciting Innovative Technology to Improve Medical Simulation Train …
(EXTON, PA, January 23, 2011) – Education Management Solutions (EMS), the leader in simulation management software and audio-video technology, today introduced its latest products: SIM-EMR, SIMXpress, and Check-in Kiosk at the International Meeting on Simulation in Healthcare (IMSH) 2011 conference, Jan 23-25, in New Orleans, LA.
EMS’ SIM-EMR is a simulated electronic medical records application that prepares both nursing and medical students to chart electronically, similar to what they would encounter…
Foreign students change their school classes for Spanish lessons in Valencia
Valencia. A group of Italian students spent an unforgettable week in Valencia. They improved their Spanish through classes in a Spanish school and numerous extra-curricular activities by the city which helped them to implement what they learned.
After the welcome at the Spanish school, they discovered the essential party of Valencia, Las Fallas, through a conference and the visit to the Fallas Museum, where they were amazed with the minute details…
FastFlex Education offered by California College San Diego helps students gradua …
San Diego, California, January 21, 2011 - California College San Diego (CCSD) has introduced FastFlex programs with an intention to allow students graduate quickly. These programs offered by CCSD are designed to cater to the need of students, professionals, stay-at-home Moms and individuals considering college degree programs by helping them graduate early and at the same time offer the flexibility to manage their educational commitments without disrupting their personal and…
Kaplan Open Learning offers 100% online management courses in partnership with t …
New stand-alone Level 5 Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) courses are now available from the distance learning specialists, Kaplan Open Learning, offering a “boost” to careers for many.
Kaplan Open Learning have partnered with the Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM) to bring you a high quality 100% online distance learning qualification in Management. ILM professional courses are specifically geared to give practising or aspiring middle managers a solid foundation…
On-campus & Online BS in Nursing Completion Degree Now Offered by Stevens-Henage …
Salt Lake City, Utah, January 21, 2011 - Stevens-Henager College now offers an on-campus and online BS in Nursing Completion Degree. The on-campus and online BS in Nursing completion degree is available only to registered nurses (RNs) and will enable nurses to earn a bachelor’s degree in as little as 20 months. Via a consortium agreement, this program is delivered fully online by the Salt Lake City-Murray campus.
The degree…
Global Demand for Electronic Chemicals and Materials Projected To Increase at CA …
ELECTRONICS.CA PUBLICATIONS, the electronics industry market research and knowledge network, announces the availability of a new report entitled "Electronic Chemicals and Materials: The Global Market".
Electronic chemicals and materials are solid, liquid, and gaseous substances used in the fabrication of semiconductors and printed circuit boards (PCBs). Global demand for electronic chemicals and materials, particularly in developed countries, is projected to increase at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.6%…
Military Education Specialists at CollegeAmerica Assist Veterans in Using Educat …
Colorado Springs, Colorado, January 20, 2011 - CollegeAmerica will assist military veterans in using educational benefits. The college now offers VA-approved educational programs and assists the military personnel in getting enrolled. Their military education specialists at the campus aid in all the requisite formalities that need to be complied for enrolling in the program.
The post 9/11 GI bill allows participation and use of benefits only for programs taken at a…
Independence University Gets Approval to Offer Federal Financial Aid
Salt Lake City, Utah, January 20, 2011 – Independence University, which has been at the forefront of providing distance education for many years now, has been approved to offer federal financial aid to qualifying students.
This approval means that qualifying students who wish to pursue advanced degrees from Independence University can fund their tuition by now making use of the various federal grants and loans for which they qualify.
As…
AIJU develops a new conductive plastic formulation that improves the Electromagn …
The integration of this new formulation within electronic toys will avoid the electromagnetic interference that these toys generate on other electronics devices.
Electrical and electronic toys are of considerable relevance within the sector and due to the increase in videogames and similar products it is a progressively increasing sector. These types of toys produce interference on the proper functioning of other electronic appliances due to the magnetic interference they produce, and…
The Secret Of Ophiuchus : 13th Zodiac Sign
The constellation “Ophiuchus” is not new to our astronomers, and its existence is as old as our knowledge of solar system. Professor kunkle of Minneapole’s University has created a furor in the astrological world by citing alleged astronomical principles which necessitates the creation of thirteenth sign. Let us examine the statement of Prof. Kunkle which necessitated the creation 13th sign.
1. The zodiac is an arbitrary epileptic ring on which all the…
Building the Future: Club Z! Offers Tools for Success to NC Children
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Building the Future: Club Z! Offers Tools for Success to NC Children
Passionate about education, Area Directors Christine and Ryan Anderson will operate their new Club Z! In-Home Tutoring Services branch in the Greensboro, N.C. area.
GREENSBORO, North Carolina, January 19, 2011, 2010 – Nothing benefits a student’s prospects for academic success like individual attention, but with today’s packed classrooms and hectic schedules, even the best of teachers and…
