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Biotech, Healthcare, Science, Society

This Sunday will mark the 30th anniversary of the first reports of AIDS in the United States

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Jun 06 2011 /RTPR/ – This Sunday will mark the 30th anniversary of the first reports of AIDS in the United States. There is still a long road ahead toward eradicating HIV, but a “dream team for HIV reservoirs cure” has been created since 2003 with this objective.

While the HIV pandemic is still growing, with more than 7,100 daily new cases of infection, there is evidence that antiretroviral therapy costs could treble over the next 20 years.

Today there are more than 30 drugs approved to treat HIV, and while they cannot cure it, they can keep the virus suppressed to undetectable levels in blood. But HIV persists dormant in some “reservoir” and each time antiretroviral therapy is stopped, the infection rekindles. Lifelong therapy is therefore mandatory but brings problems of compliance, resistance, toxicity and cost.

These reservoirs were first described in 1997 and 5 years later Alain Lafeuillade, a French Doctor involved in HIV research, considered that it would be the challenge of the 21st Century. He consequently founded a working group uniting researchers from all over the world that first met in December 2003. This first “HIV Reservoirs, Persistence and Eradication Strategies Workshop” welcomed around 130 scientists actively involved in the field. “At that time we were seen as utopists, Doctor Lafeuillade said, and quite ignored by funding agencies and pharmaceutical companies”.

But minds greatly changed in the following years and in 2009, when the “dream team” met for the 4th time, the workshop was officially supported by the NIH (National Institutes of Health) and the ANRS (French Agency for AIDS Research). In between 2 workshops, the group of scientists are in touch via a specialized website portal they also have created.

“At the end of this year we will reconvene, Doctor Lafeuillade added, and be more than 200 scientists working on HIV cure”. The program of this 5th workshop goes from in vitro models of HIV persistence to HIV eradication clinical trials. “Participants will be able to define a clear road map for HIV cure research with a precise agenda”, Doctor Lafeuillade emphasized.

About the “HIV Reservoirs, Persistence and Eradication Strategies Workshop” Committees: founding fathers are Alain Lafeuillade (France), Mario Stevenson (USA), Robert Gallo (USA), Jose Gatell (Spain) and Christine Rouzioux (France). The scientific board contains David Margolis (USA), Jose Alcami (Spain), Tae-Wook Chun (USA), Mark Wainberg (Canada), Nicolas Chomont (USA), Monsef Benkirane (France), Françoise Barre-Sinoussi (France), Marie-Lise Gougeon (France)… Web site:http://www.informedhorizons.com/persistence2011/index.html

Contact: Alain Lafeuillade, informed Horizons, LLC
1860 Montreal Road, Suite 2, Tucker GA 30084 USA
Tel: +1 770 573 3020 | Fax: +1 866 534 6438
E-mail: kmorris@informedhorizons.com
Web site: http://www.informedhorizons.com/persistence2011/index.html

Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Home & Garden, Internet & Online, Retail, Shopping, Travel

BBQBarbecues Adds Camping & Outdoor Leisure Barbecues from Cadac

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Strengthening their online presence even further BBQBarbecues this week announce their latest addition to the ever expanding e-commerce site with the popular South African Cadac range.

Cadac has been at the heart of South African lifestyle for more than 60 years and is a brand that has been woven into the fabric of every South African home. Cadac is constantly striving to make outdoor adventure more enjoyable through innovative thinking, continuous research and new product development, and as a result is at the forefront of developing solutions and products that meet changing expectations of the consumer globally.

James Pickering, Product Manager of BBQBarbecues commented: “Cadac is one of the most trusted and recognized brands in South Africa and we were very pleased to add another quality range to the website. This year is proving even more popular with portable barbecues it seems, as more and more consumers are taking their holidays in the UK and enjoying outdoor adventures” Mr Pickering went on to say “The weather beyond about a week ahead stretches even the most experienced weather forecaster but with June’s forecast set to be a hot one we are predicting a big growth in sales to rival the ones we witnessed in April”

Cadac offer a timeless range of Patio BBQs and outdoor leisure Barbecues catering for evolving lifestyles and the growing worldwide trend of people seeking ways in which to make the most of Summer living. People need an easy, affordable and universally accessible way to get more value from their precious Summer moments.

Scott Morris, E-commerce Manager of BBQBarbecues said: “Cadac’s wide range of products fulfils the needs of the customer and it is a pleasure to be able to market and sell their range. Due to our combination of online experience, product sourcing capability and the way in which we market these products, these are very exciting times for our business”

BBQBarbecues is the sister company of the ever expanding Plumbworld empire which now has an astonishing 35 different websites specializing in everything from bathrooms and tools to wood burning stoves and barbeques.

Plumbworld was a pioneer of online trading and was started by James and Anita Hickman in 1999 and was later sold to the Grafton Group PLC in December 2006, now employ more than 50 people in their purpose built warehouse and offices and has a turnover in excess of £18 million.

Contact Details: Unit 2 Millenium Court, Evesham

http://www.bbqbarbecues.co.uk

 

Art, Entertainment, Media, Society

Labyrinth of Emptiness – A Novel by Simon C.H. Lai

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May 25 2011 /RTPR/ – Our Journey Begins From Within A Labyrinth is the symbolic name of the journey that leads us to find the center of ourselves.

We encounter many obstacles in life. By reading this enlightening book, you can find a road that may bring greater well-being to your life.

The Labyrinth of Emptiness is a place hidden deep within ourselves that holds nothing. But there is significance in this nothingness. And, you will find how salvation can be found in a place that is empty.

LABYRINTH OF EMPTINESS (ISBN: 978-1-60976-975-8) is available on March 30, 2011, for $22 and can be ordered through the publisher’s website:
http://www.strategicpublishinggroup.com/title… or at www.amazon.com or www.barnesandnoble.com.

Wholesalers please email BookOrder@AEG-Online-Store.com.

About the Author: Simon C.H. Lai Mystic Buddha is from Melbourne, Australia. Inspired by the Supreme Buddha, he wrote this book to promote self-help and inner understanding. He is working on his next book.

Contact Details: Simon C.H. Lai
http://sbpra.com/simonchlai/

Author channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/sclai

 

Art, Entertainment, Internet & Online, Marketing, Media, Music, Social Media, Web 2.0

Munite is truly revolutionizing the music world

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May 24 2011 /RTPR/ – Hollywood, CA – Munite is truly revolutionizing the music world. It stands out among other music sites as a platform that connects everyone who is integral to the process of music creation and consumption. From the musicians and vocalists, to the engineers in the sound booth, to record labels, agents, managers and finally to the listeners, Munite offers a role for all music lovers.

Munite offers an array of features beyond just the conventional track, video, and picture hosting which it is quite adept at too. Munite makes it easy for aspiring musicians to kick- start their music career. Artists can promote their work to eager fans and labels who are continuously searching for great new music. With the Build a Band™ feature, Munite makes it easy to build your own band from a list of instrument-specific musicians in your area. Just a few clicks and members are in touch with potential bandmates. Another few clicks and members can be booking time with a music instructor or a new student. If that student needs to buy a guitar, it can be found in the classified ad section of the site. Jam sessions can be found and arranged through Munite as well.

Munite also provides musicians a unique and creative component for music collaboration, Mumiix™. Mumiix™ is an open access tool to create, mix, and share music in ways that were previously unimaginable. Mumiix™ makes it possible for beatboxers from Brooklyn to collaborate with classical guitarists from Spain. Mumiix™ provides the tools to make it happen online, without the limitations of geographical boundaries. Anyone can take part in a Mumiix™ project by simply inviting others or requesting invitations to join other members’ Mumiix™ projects. Even labels, managers, and producers can be a part of the virtual collaboration so that everyone works together to get the end result off the ground, on the airwaves, and onto the stage.

For more information about Munite.net or how to get started, please visit munite.net –“Uniting the Music World”.

Contact details:
Company Name: Munite.net
Contact Name: Munite Street Team
Contact Phone: (877) 469-6743
Contact Email: support@munite.net
Economy, Education, Human Resources, Management, Marketing

A Strong CV Is Key To Avoiding Graduate Under-Unemployment

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May 17, 2011 /RTPR/ – Following the news that more than half of all graduates are either out of work or stuck in menial jobs some six months after leaving university, Guardian Jobs are today stressing the importance in preparing a good CV to give you the best chance of success in the jobs market.

A study by the Centre for Economics and Business Research found that 52% of last year’s university-leavers, that’s 15,655, were unemployed or under-employed six months after graduating.

20%, that’s 59,000 graduates, had no job this year, the highest amount in a decade and double when the recession began in 2008. Worse still, it’s estimated that some 55% of 2011 graduates will be unemployed or under-employed six months after leaving university.

A spokesperson for Guardian Jobs said today “These findings and predictions by the CEBR do make for rather grim reading. It really highlights the importance graduates must make in making themselves appear employable on their CV, which is after all, the first form of contact employers will have.”

To help graduates get the right job, Guardian Jobs have partnered up with The Fuller CV to offer a free CV checking service that promotes the message ‘just say no to bad CV advice’ and highlights the importance of getting your CV checked over by an expert.

To browse Guardian Jobs extensive selection of graduate jobs, and for advice on how to best prepare your CV for the jobs search, visit the Guardian Jobs website.

ENDS

Notes to editors

Guardian Jobs has been the market leader in recruitment across the quality press for almost 20 years. With an audience comprising high quality jobseekers, Guardian only list the highest calibre vacancies in sectors that include Media, Education, Government, Graduate, Secretarial, Charities, Marketing, Social Care and Arts among others.

Contact details:

Sophie Relf +442033532180

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Art, Entertainment, Gaming, Kids & Teens, Software, Telecom, Web 2.0

Wordle is Now Available for Android Too

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May 17, 2011 /RTPR/ – GeniusWave announces Wordle for Android. The word play anagram game, is now available in over 10 Android App Stores Worldwide. The highly popular iTunes app brings the exciting and fast pace game that you can play solo or with a team, in three or thirty minutes to Android devices. The new version also enhances the 3500 puzzles and built in dictionary, making it even easier to pickup, play and learn. A great family game for both kids and adults, this anagram game comes with different levels and is quick to learn and play. Kids and adults alike build vocabulary, improve spelling and have some competitive fun along the way. Watch out, the challenge can be so addictive. Simply combine six letters on a shelf to make as many words as a player can build in three minutes.

“With the growth in popular of Android devices, we have had a lot of requests to bring the popular app to Android,” says Greg Dierickse, Founder and CMO at GeniusWave. Greg also adds, “We love the early reaction from our Android users, especially ones where Moms and kids have commented that is a much better use of time, than playing games where you destroy zombies, bunnies or birds. “Not only did we bring it Android we want to put the app in multiple stores, including stores worldwide. A worldwide availability also helps kids and adults learning English as a second language have access to a fun way to improve their vocabulary”, says Erwin Chiong, Founder and CTO at GeniusWave.

The key features of the game that users have fallen in love with:

Building a vocabulary is fun:
• Play 3500 puzzles and tens of thousands of words to help you build your vocabulary
• View definitions of words you are not familiar with
• Play for 3 minutes, 30 minutes or whenever a player has a spare moment. Games are saved automatically upon exiting or receiving a call

Instant family game or high score competition:
• Team up and play a fast round where ever players are: in the car, at a restaurant, or waiting in line
• Compete against online high scores, or share scores with Facebook friends
• Mix it up – play games that exercises the brain, not just destroying things.
Wordplay gives a mental workout, builds vocabulary and helps achieve learning goals. Kids can work on spelling lists or those learning English as a second language, can enhance their studies.

A mobile challenge:
• Built for mobile wordplay, players can easily play on the go, uses 3 or 30 minutes
• For people who like Sudoko, Soltaire, or Scabble, you’ll love how easy it is to squeeze a game in
• Don’t leave home without it, “I’m addicted, there’s nothing quite like the speed and excitement of a good, frenetic round of Wordle. I don’t leave my house without it” Heather R, Danville, CA.

ABOUT GENIUSWAVE
GeniusWave is a mobile application publisher, providing marketing and publishing services to help developers bring their app to market, including Android, iPad, iPhones, and other devices. GeniusWave services help developers target their customers, connect with them and raise awareness through high impact marketing. The result is breakthrough revenues for the developer. GeniusWave is located in Pleasanton California, Shanghai China, and the Philippines. www.geniuswave.com

Contact Details: www.geniuswave.com/wordle
GeniusWave
4900 Hopyard Road, Suite 100
Pleasanton, CA 94588
info@geniuswave.com

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Business, Financial, Internet & Online, Technology

Reliable Solutions announce the launch of the Reliable FX Signals subscription service

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May 17, 2011 /RTPR/ – After almost 3 years of trading, development and back-testing, Reliable Solutions is proud to announce the launch of the Reliable FX Signals subscription service.

For the first time ever, Reliable Solutions introducing “Automated Trading System” in Forex industry. By this service, subscribers need not to wait for email or SMS to receive trade signals. Instead of that all the trade signals will automatically executed on subscribers Metatrader 4 account. All subscriber need to do is to check increasing balance daily.

Each day, Reliable FX Signal subscribers will be sent at least 1 trading signal a day. If subscribers PC and Internet are online then that trade will be executed automatically and it will also set take profit, stop loss levels at the time of execution. Reliable FX Signal will also manage risk of subscribers account. We also offer 100% money back guarantee to our subscribers. It means, at the end of the month if subscribers account balance stays below of beginning balance then we will give 100% subscription charges back to subscriber. Development of own profitable, stable, viable trading system may take several years. Normally, this process faces some dangers. Plus add to that the fact that you are going to make some big mistakes on your way which means that you will lose lots of money. Often, these mistakes devastate the account, and injure the incentives of the beginner so much, that he gives up his work with Forex and makes no further tries. Our signals will help you avoid this huge mistake.

Our experienced and professional traders strive to identify the market current trend (short or long) ¬ so you can reap the benefits and make money constantly. We hope that you will take full advantage of all we have to offer in our website.

For more information about the signal subscription service, Reliable FX Signals, you can go to the company website at http://www.reliablefxsignals.com

Contact Details: admin@reliablefxsignals.com

Apparel & Fashion, Internet & Online, Retail, Shopping

Compact Footwear Category Showing Huge Growth as Footzyrolls Surpasses $1M mark after only one year in business, New Boho Summer Line is a Best Seller

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NEW YORK – Footzyrolls, the rollable shoe, the leader in the compact Footwear market with over $1M in Sales their first year, has leaped into fashion with their new collection, Bohemian Chic.

Debuting May 10, 2011, it has made a trend setting impact on compact flats. As Footzyroll’s summer collection, it features vibrant tie-dye colors, as well as chic corals and denim with flower piping in different styles. The collection showcases the classic Mary Jane style shoe with a striking look that is perfect for walking around the city or the shore during those hot summer days.

Footzyrolls are transforming comfort and style, and women have come to rely on these stylish flats to provide relief after a long day at work, summer travel, running around with the kids, or a night out on the town. The new Bohemian Chic shoe line embraces the “free spirited” iconic woman of any age. The Bohemian Chic collection will be available at high end boutiques across the country and at www.footzyrolls.com.

Footzyrolls’ innovative design allows them to be rolled up and fit practically everywhere: from the glove compartment in your car, to a tiny evening bag, Footzyrolls are conducive to providing instant relief for your aching feet! The trend for compact footwear was started by Footzyrolls, and this new collection elevates the fashion aspect of this functional flat. Every woman will eventually have at least one pair for every handbag!

Photos of the new collection can be viewed at http://bit.ly/mumpgA and this amazing and vibrant collection is priced from $25 to $30.

Celebrities who have gotten their hands (and feet) on Footzyrolls include: Beyonce, Blake Lively, Brittany Snow, Catherine Zeta Jones, Christina Ricci, Cynthia Nixon, Kendra Wilkinson, Kim Kardashian, Kristen Bell, Molly Ringwald, Rachel Bilson, Rachel Weisz, Rashida Jones, Rihanna, Susan Sarandon, Tinsley Mortimer, Whitney Port and up and coming singer Matisse.

Footzyrolls and the Footzyrolls Luxe Collections are currently sold in major department stores such as Bloomingdales, Macys and Lord & Taylor, as well as over 2,500 other retail stores. Additionally, they recently infiltrated the Las Vegas luxury market, and are now offered at hotels such as the Aria, Bellagio, Luxor, Mandalay Bay, Mirage, MGM, and the New York, New York. Footzyrolls is a registered Trademark of Rollashoe, LLC. Rollashoe, LLC is the creator of the Footzyrolls rollable shoe and Footzyroll flip-flops. Rollashoe is the world leader in the compact footwear accessories market and strives to make women’s lives fashionable yet functional. The company focuses on the ever changing needs of women.

Contact Details: Jenifer Caplan
1688 Meridian Ave Suite 418
Miami Beach, FL 33139
646-827-0673786-693-8978

Apparel & Fashion, Art, Retail, Shopping

Emporio Armani S/S 2011 Collection Available at TheWatchHut.co.uk

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May 10, 2011 /RTPR/– Make sure you spend your time stylishly this summer with a watch from the new Emporio Armani Spring/Summer 2011 collection, available now at the Watch Hut.

New Emporio Armani watches are just waiting to give your wrist a style overhaul, over at the UK’s largest watch website.

Famed for its sexy and youthful appeal, Giorgio Armani’s Emporio Armani brand is one of the most recognised fashion labels on the worldwide market today. Its clothing and accessories output is trendy, smart and cool – and its watches are no exception.

This season’s brand new Emporio Armani watches don’t fix what isn’t broken, providing the brand’s fashion-conscious followers with an extensive choice of sexy, sophisticated designer timepieces that complement the existing collection.

Key trends include the continuing popularity of black and white ceramic models, sporty yet smart chronograph bracelet watches, and contemporary takes on classic leather strap dress watches.

All-new Emporio Armani watches can be viewed on the Watch Hut’s dedicated brand section or within the ‘Latest New Models’ category.

The UK’s largest watch website is home to some of the world’s leading designer watch brands, including another hot Armani off-shoot, Armani Exchange. With over 6000 watches available from more than 60 popular watch brands, the Watch Hut is a one-stop destination for the best in wrist style.

To view Emporio Armani watches, visit the Watch Hut at http://www.thewatchhut.co.uk.

For further information, please contact Luke McNaney at luke.mcnaney@thbaker-watches.co.uk or on 01384 467592.

Company: The Watch Hut
Website: http://www.thewatchhut.co.uk Street address: 95 High Street, Brierley Hill, West Midlands

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