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UV-Resistant Non-Spore-Forming Bacteria From Spacecraft-Assembly Facilities

Four species of non-spore-forming bacteria collected from clean-room surfaces in spacecraft-assembly facilities could survive doses of ultraviolet (UV) radiation that would suffice to kill most known cultivable bacterial species. In a previous study, high UV resistance was found in spores of the SAFR-032 strain of Bacillus pumilus, as reported in “Ultraviolet-Resistant Bacterial Spores,� NASA Tech Briefs, Vol. 31, No. 9 (September 2007), page 94. These studies are parts of a continuing effort to understand the survival of hardy species of bacteria under harsh conditions, and develop means of sterilizing spacecraft to prevent biocontamination of Mars that could in turn interfere with future life detection missions.

Multifunctional nanoparticles trick drug-resistant cell into committing suicide

(Nanowerk News) In an effort to overcome the drug resistance that often occurs in cancer, a team of investigators has developed a nanoparticle made of a blend of polymers that first releases a powerful anticancer drug and then delivers an agent that tricks a drug-resistant cell into committing suicide. Now, tests in mice with human breast cancer have shown that these blended nanoparticles are effective in maintaining high levels of both drugs in the vicinity of tumors.

Disinfectants Can Make Bacteria Resistant To Treatment

Chemicals used in the environment to kill bacteria could be making them stronger, according to a paper published in the October issue of the journal Microbiology. Low levels of these chemicals, called biocides, can make the potentially lethal bacterium Staphylococcus aureus remove toxic chemicals from the cell even more efficiently, potentially making it resistant to being killed by some antibiotics.

Disinfectants can make bacteria resistant to treatment

Chemicals used in the environment to kill bacteria could be making them stronger, according to a paper published in the October issue of the journal Microbiology. Low levels of these chemicals, called biocides, can make the potentially lethal bacterium Staphylococcus aureus remove toxic chemicals from the cell even more efficiently, potentially making it resistant to being killed by some antibiotics.

Researchers rely on nanotechnology to battle superbugs

Researchers are using the nanomechanical approach to probe the workings of Vancomycin, one of the few antibiotics that can combat highly resistant infections such as MRSA or methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus.

Researchers rely on nanotechnology to battle superbugs

Researchers are using the nanomechanical approach to probe the workings of Vancomycin, one of the few antibiotics that can combat highly resistant infections such as MRSA or methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus.

Nanotechnology relied to fight superbugs

TORONTO: Researchers are using the nanomechanical approach to probe the workings of Vancomycin, one of the few antibiotics that can combat highly resistant infections such as MRSA or methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus.

Ulysses Pharma Receives First Issued Patent on Novel Class of Antibiotics

Ulysses Pharma today announced the issuance of US Patent 7,410,974, covering its novel class of antibiotics which target drug resistant bacteria. The FQN class of antibiotics are designed to make the development of resistance almost impossible, because of their exquisite potency, rapid killing of bacteria and multiple mechanisms of action. This is the first in a series of patents covering the company's technology to combat drug resistant bacteria.

Ulysses Pharma Receives First Issued Patent on Novel Class of Antibiotics

SHERBROOKE, Quebec--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug 12, 2008 - Ulysses Pharma today announced the issuance of US Patent 7,410,974, covering its novel class of antibiotics which target drug resistant bacteria. The FQN class of antibiotics are designed to make the development of resistance almost impossible, because of their exquisite potency, rapid killing of bacteria and multiple mechanisms of action. This is the first in a series of patents covering the company's technology to combat drug resistant bacteria.

USBfever ships new iPod touch, Nano screen protectors...

USBfever has launched four new screen protectors for the iPod touch second generation and fourth generation iPod nano. The Anti Glare Screen Protector for iPod touch 2G and Anti Glare Screen Protector for iPod nano 4G provide silicone coated protectors that are bubble-resistant, self adhesive and washable. They are oil and fingerprint resistant, with an anti-bacterial surface and do not use glues or adhesives to maintain contact with the iPod. Each protector is $9.

Vaginal Proteins In HIV-resistant Prostitutes Suggest New Prevention Measures

Researchers in Canada report discovery of unusual proteins in a small group of Kenyan sex workers that appear to be associated with resistance to infection with HIV, the virus that causes AIDS.

Report: E-Commerce Is Recession-Resistant

A report put out today by Sanford Bernstein analyst Jeffrey Lindsey claims the same disparity in growth between the U.S. and the rest of the world exists in e-commerce as exists in economic growth overall. Online retail commerce will rise only 14.3% in the U.S. in 2008 (still not a bad showing, I would imagine), but 26.5% overseas, writes Lindsey. That adds up to 21.5% combined, and even if economic growth slows globally, Lindsey expects e-commerce numbers to prove relatively resilient.

Pachter: Game Software "Highly Recession Resistant"

The global stock market has seen tumultuous times as of late, but consumers are still willing to drop cash on a videogame, says one analyst.

European nanotechnology project to develop MRSA-resistant textiles

(Nanowerk News) The University of Limerick has secured a 5 million euros technology research contract aimed at significantly reducing MRSA infection rates in hospitals across the world.

Stanford Scientists Discover Region of DNA Resistant to Mutation

Two scientists from Stanford University have discovered regions of DNA that have resisted mutation. The scientists aren’t sure yet what purpose these regions serve, but have found that they are 300 times less likely than other regions of the genome to be lost or change during evolution.

Nanotechnology Help Boost Antibiotics in Combating Resistant Infections

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Photokina 2008 - Camera torture video

Sanyo had their water-resistant Xacti cameras floating in an on-stand pond in little plastic inflatable dinghies, with visitors actively encouraged to dunk them into the water. Pentax had a K20D DSLR camera in a glass cabinet being sprayed with sand to show its resistance to dust. But Olympus netted the top prize for camera-abuse thanks to a specially designed and built camera torture device that had pride of place on their booth.

-Lactams as Selective Chemical Probes for the in Vivo Labeling of Bacterial Enzymes Involved in Cell Wall Biosynthesis, Antibiotic Resistance, and Virulence

With the development of antibiotic-resistant bacterial strains, infectious diseases have become again a life-threatening problem. One of the reasons for this dilemma is the limited number and breadth of current therapeutic targets for which several resistance strategies have evolved over time. To expand the number of addressable enzyme targets and to understand their function, activity, and regulation, we utilized a chemical proteomic strategy, called activity-based protein profiling (ABPP) pioneered by Cravatt, for the identification of β-lactam-binding enzymes under in vivo conditions. In this two-tiered strategy, we first prepared a selection of conventional antibiotics for labeling diverse penicillin binding proteins (PBPs) and second introduced a new synthetic generation of β-lactam probes, which labeled and inhibited a selection o

The new war against TB

The emergence of a devastating drug-resistant strain means that tuberculosis now kills more of us than malaria. Award-winning photographer James Nachtwey travelled from Siberian prisons to Cambodian clinics to document the battle against this 'virtually untreatable' and deadliest of diseases

Mobile houses delivered to quake victims in Alay rayon

08-10-2008 President Bakiev: Many consequences can be avoided if seismic resistant houses are built meeting all construction requirements

Honey Effective In Killing Bacteria That Cause Chronic Sinusitis

Honey is very effective in killing bacteria in all its forms, especially the drug-resistant biofilms that make treating chronic rhinosinusitis difficult, according to research presented during the 2008 American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Foundation (AAO-HNSF) Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO, in Chicago, IL.*

Nansulate(R) Greentech Coatings by Industrial Nanotech, Inc. Incorporated into New Medical Equipment Specifications by Edward Moore Design

Industrial Nanotech, Inc. [profile] an emerging global leader in nanotechnology, today announced that the Company's patented Nansulate(R) GP thermal insulation and mold resistant coating has successfully completed trials and is now being incorporated into the specifications for a new medical equipment system by Edward Moore Designs. The deal was finalized by the Company's Independent Sales Agent, Chad Smith, who represents the Company's products in Quebec, Canada.

Freestyle introduces Soundwave waterproof MP3 player...

Freestyle has introduced its latest waterproof audio device, the Soundwave MP3 player. The device is completely submersible down to ten feet and features a shock resistant design. Up to 2GB of audio data can be stored, including MP3, WMA, and DRM protected files, and an FM tuner with channel presets is also built in. The track listings are viewable on a black and blue OLED screen. The internal rechargeable battery is claimed to offer up to 18 hours of playtime per charge.

Cryptography Research and Infineon Technologies Sign License Agreement for Differential Power Analysis Countermeasures

August 14, 2008 -- Cryptography Research Inc. (CRI) and Infineon Technologies AG today announced they have signed a license agreement on a security technology for tamper-resistant semiconductors. Under the agreement, Infineon will license CRI’s patents for countermeasures to Differential Power Analysis (DPA) and technology and patents related to CRI’s CryptoFirewall to help further expand its own expertise and portfolio.

Nansulate(R) Greentech Coatings by Industrial Nanotech, Inc. Incorporated into New Medical Equipment Specifications by Edward Moore Design

NAPLES, Fla. - Industrial Nanotech, Inc. (Pink Sheets:INTK), an emerging global leader in nanotechnology, today announced that the Company's patented Nansulate® GP thermal insulation and mold resistant coating has successfully completed trials and is now being i

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