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Effective Learning Releases Breakthrough While-U-Sleep Series

May 7, 2012 By Leave a Comment


Bloomington, MN (PRWEB) April 25, 2012

Leading audio self-help provider, Effective Learning, has launched an exciting new series designed to improve the mind during sleep. While-U-Sleep is a unique series of audio programs designed to help users access their untapped abilities and realize their full potential. The programs are carefully designed to help users experience a full night of deep, restful sleep while delivering powerful, positive messages, imagery, and programming.

The While-U-Sleep series titles include:

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Survey reveals many real estate agents still living in the past

May 6, 2012 By Leave a Comment


Sydney, NSW (PRWEB) April 25, 2012

A recent survey conducted by Bestagents Real Estate Group has found that over 50 percent of residential real estate agents have no structured system to manage their buyers and sellers.

Bestagents CEO Ray Wood confirmed the group’s survey showed half the agents use either Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, or no system whatsoever to manage and maintain contact with potential clients.

Wood believes the extraordinarily high ‘churn’ rate in the real estate industry will continue unless agents understand and embrace the concept of quality client care.

“Real estate has never been more competitive. A changing market means there are more agents, and fewer homes for sale. Every agent who wants to still be in this industry in 12 months time needs a quality customer relationship management system now. Agents who fail to do this will be forced out by agents who do.? He said.

But a brand new real estate software startup is catering to that need, and business is booming.

Sydney-based real estate cloud software provider, LockedOn, uses cloud technology and mobile device integration, with feedback from high-performing real estate agents and trainers, to offer real estate agents a fast and highly functional customer relationship management system.

LockedOn Development Team Leader, Iain French, says the company is reinventing agent/client communication.

?LockedOn is complete solution for real estate agents and offices, leveraging new technology, combined with unprecedented client support and an intuitive user experience, to help agents reach out to their clients like never before, including bulk yet personal emails, SMS, MMS and hard mail letters, and prompting the agent when they should be sent? He said.

French sees new technology and real estate as a perfect fit. ?Look at the latest technical options available to agents. They want to send MMS messages to their database of potential vendors and buyers, use their iPad at a listing presentation to win new business or record buyer details at an open home. LockedOn does all of this and much more.?

While having a database to maintain client contact is important, French stressed that choosing the right database system was crucial. ?In order for a client management system to work effectively, it has to be mobile. For any agent in real estate, cloud software is a prerequisite. The ability to access your data from any device, anywhere in the world, gives you amazing flexibility as an agent.?







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“Search Inside Yourself,” a Transformative Google Course on Emotional Intelligence, Is Now Available to the Public as a Book

May 5, 2012 By Leave a Comment


San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) April 24, 2012

“Search Inside Yourself,” the popular course taught at Google, was created to elevate the work and lives of the best and brightest people at one of the most innovative, successful, and profitable businesses in the world. Deeply rooted in science, the course was designed for Googlers as a means to reduce stress, increase well-being, heighten focus and creativity, become more optimistic and resilient, build fulfilling relationships, and ultimately become happier and more profitable in their work and their lives. While the skills learned via “Search Inside Yourself” are designed to help one to ?optimize thyself? and gain an extra edge, it may be surprising that the core concepts of the program are mindfulness and emotional intelligence.

Created in collaboration with a Zen Master, a CEO, a Stanford University scientist, and bestselling author Daniel Goleman (the guy who literally wrote the book on emotional intelligence), and written by Chade-Meng Tan, one of Google?s earliest engineers, “Search Inside Yourself: The Unexpected Path to Achieving Success, Happiness (and World Peace)” (HarperOne; April 24, 2012; Hardcover & eBook), distills mindfulness and emotional intelligence in a way even a skeptical, compulsively pragmatic, engineering-oriented brain like Meng?s can process, breaking them down into a set of practical tools and skills that can be adopted by anyone, at any career or experience level.

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Thundershirt Declares, ?No More Scaredy Cats!?

May 4, 2012 By Leave a Comment


Durham, NC (PRWEB) April 23, 2012

Since 2009, the Thundershirt has been reducing anxiety among hundreds of thousands of dogs around the world. The company has conducted extensive research on the prevalence and effects of pet anxiety. Its product testing has produced amazing results for dogs, and now for the first time ever- the revolutionary Thundershirt is available for cats.

Great for vet visits, car travel, grooming, general fearfulness, litter box ?problems?, separation anxiety and much more, the Thundershirt for Cats applies gentle constant pressure that calms cats when anxious or fearful. According to the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP), 60% of cat owners report that their cat hates going to the veterinarian; 38% of cat owners report that they themselves get stressed just thinking about bringing their cat to the vets! One consequence of this fear is that many cats do not see their vets as often as they should, but now Thundershirt is working to change that.

?There?s no reason to continue stressing out our skittish, or shall I say ?scaredy? cats,? said Phil Blizzard, founder of Thundershirt. ?We?ve received thousands of testimonials from our dog-owning customers with positive reviews about the Thundershirt. Creating a version for cats was a natural next step within our company?s product development plan.?

With its patent-pending design, the new Thundershirt for Cats applies gentle, constant pressure to the torso. This pressure has a dramatic calming effect for cats if they are anxious or fearful. Anxiety experts believe that pressure has a calming effect on the nervous system and may release calming hormones like endorphins or oxytocins.

?Using pressure to relieve anxiety has been a common practice for years,? Blizzard said. ?Think of parents swaddling their newborn infant, and people with autism using pressure to relieve persistent anxiety. Thundershirt is proven effective for over 80% of dogs and early feedback suggests Thundershirt for Cats will we be just as effective.?

Available in sizes small, medium and large, the Thundershirt for Cats comes in Heather Grey and can even be personalized with custom embroidery for an additional charge.

?Until now, there just hasn?t been a well-designed, inexpensive solution commonly used for cat anxiety,? Blizzard said. ?Thundershirt for Cats is the simplest solution for cat fear and anxiety.?

The Thundershirt for Cats retails for $ 39.95 and can be purchased online at http://www.ThundershirtForCats.com or at a variety of pet retail and specialty stores nationwide. For more information about the Thundershirt for Cats, or to request a product sample, high-resolution image, additional product information, or an interview please contact Kerry Sutherland at K. Sutherland PR, kerry(at)ksutherlandpr(dot)com or 714-465-9476.

About Thundershirt

Founded in 2009 in Durham, N.C., Thundershirt?s mission is to bring relief to the millions of dogs, cats and their families struggling to cope with dog anxieties. The Thundershirt is designed to apply a constant, gentle pressure to a dog or cat?s torso creating a dramatic calming effect for most users. Thundershirt continues to investigate dog and cat anxiety and fear issues with scientific-based studies and surveys from recognized veterinarians and customers. Thundershirt has already helped hundreds of thousands of dogs across the country and around the world.

The company also donates thousands of Thundershirts and funding to rescue groups and shelters to help these organizations manage their dogs? anxieties and find permanent homes. Thundershirts are sold online at http://www.thundershirt.com and by retail stores, veterinarians, trainers and kennels across the country.







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New Hampshire Senior Care Agency to Host a Free Webinar for Family Caregivers Hosted by Dr. Jennifer Hoblyn of the Stanford School of Medicine and eTherapi

May 2, 2012 By Leave a Comment


Bedford, NH (PRWEB) April 22, 2012

Home Care Assistance, North America?s leading provider of in-home care for seniors, is committed to providing family caregivers with the resources they need to manage their stress and prevent caregiver burnout. Last year, Home Care Assistance published the widely acclaimed Handbook of Live-In Care, which provides family caregivers with expert advice on caring for a loved one; the valuable resource spans everything from understanding the psychology of home-bound adults to practical how-to tips on assisting with activities of daily living such as bathing and grooming. This May, Home Care Assistance is excited to host a free, informational webinar, Caregiver Burnout and How to Protect Your Health, which will explore the challenges that family caregivers face and provide practical tips that individuals can apply to improve their own health and quality of life.

The webinar will be held on Tuesday, May 1st at 11:00 AM Pacific, 2 PM Eastern, and will be led by Dr. Jennifer Hoblyn, professor at the Stanford University School of Medicine and chief medical officer of eTherapi, an online therapy provider that connects adults seeking to improve their mental and emotional wellbeing to licensed therapists who provide counseling online via live video conferencing. To register for the Caregiver Burnout webinar, please visit http://www.homecareassistance.com/caregiver-burnout and reserve your spot today.

?We are dedicated to supporting family caregivers and educating the broader public through our webinar series, specifically the upcoming webinar discussion on caregiver burnout,? said Lauren Robison, owner of Home Care Assistance of New Hampshire. ?It is pertinent that family caregivers are cognizant of the added pressures caregiving contributes to their lives and know the tools and resources that are available to them to help cope with this role.?

Caregiving has rapidly become a second profession for many individuals; nearly one in three adults provides ongoing care to an elderly or chronically frail loved one. The typical family caregiver is a 50 year old female, often married and employed, providing care for her elderly mother and father. Family caregivers are often juggling commitments to their work, their children, their family and friends and their communities alongside their caregiving responsibilities. Furthermore, they often lack or do not know where to seek the resources and support system needed to manage the stress associated with their responsibilities; it?s no wonder then that 46% of family caregivers suffer from clinically significant symptoms of depression and other forms of caregiver burnout. In addition to causing depression, caregiver burnout can lead to changes in energy, mood and diet; full-time caregiving can reduce an individual?s life expectancy by up to eight years. Education and awareness about caregiver burnout are important steps in prevention and control of this insidious and all too common problem.

?We?re so excited to have Dr. Hoblyn speak to our audience of thousands of family caregivers,? said Lily Sarafan, President of Home Care Assistance. ?The vast majority of these individuals are so busy balancing their responsibilities as parents, spouses, professionals and caregivers that they don?t recognize the signs of burnout and the impact that it can have on their lives. Our mission at Home Care Assistance is to change the way the world ages; advocating for family caregivers and providing education around health and quality of life for these individuals is just one of the many ways we are fulfilling our mission.?

For individuals currently providing care for a family member or loved one, use Home Care Assistance?s Caregiver Burnout Checklist to self-evaluate the impact of caregiving on your life.

For more information about Home Care Assistance or to learn more about their highly trained caregivers and home care services, please visit http://www.NewHampshireHomeCareAssistance.com or call 603-714-2696. Home Care Assistance is located at 264 South River Road in Bedford and serves all of central and southern New Hampshire.

ABOUT HOME CARE ASSISTANCE

Home Care Assistance is the leading provider of home care for seniors across the United States and Canada. Our mission is to change the way the world ages. We provide older adults with quality care that enables them to live happier, healthier lives at home. Our services are distinguished by the caliber of our caregivers, the responsiveness of our staff and our expertise in Live-In care. We embrace a positive, balanced approach to aging centered on the evolving needs of older adults. A 2012 Franchise500

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Medical Device Attorney Michael Goetz Appointed to Plaintiffs’ Steering Committee

May 1, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Tampa, FL (PRWEB) April 20, 2012

Morgan and Morgan is pleased to announce that attorney Michael Goetz has been appointed to the Plaintiffs? Steering Committee (PSC) for the transvaginal mesh multidistrict litigation (MDL) actions against Ethicon, C.R. Bard, American Medical Systems and Boston Scientific. Pursuant to a recent federal court order, a singular PSC has been created to coordinate across MDL lines in the four separate vaginal mesh MDL actions pending in in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia before the Honorable Judge Joseph Goodwin. Mr. Goetz is honored to have been named to the PSC, a small group of attorneys chosen to guide the entire plaintiff?s side of the litigation.

?Being an effective member of this PSC will require a great deal of time and commitment,? said Mr. Goetz. ?After speaking with dozens of our clients suffering from the effects of these products, I knew I wanted a leadership role to obtain a fair remedy for the harm they sustained.”

The appointments to the PSC and other leadership roles in the ongoing vaginal mesh MDLs were announced on April 13 after Judge Goodwin approved a proposed counsel structure for the plaintiffs? attorneys. By doing so, Judge Goodwin allowed for a coordinated and unified leadership spanning the four MDL actions comprised of the following: In re C.R. Bard, Inc. Pelvic Repair Systems Products Liability Litigation (MDL No. 2187);In re American Medical Systems, Inc. Pelvic Repair Systems Products Liability Litigation (MDL No. 2325); In re Boston Scientific Corp. Pelvic Repair Systems Products Liability Litigation(MDL No. 2326); and In re Ethicon, Inc. Pelvic Repair Systems Products Liability Litigation (MDL No. 2327). The plaintiffs in the lawsuits are women who were implanted with one or more of the manufacturers? vaginal mesh products in the treatment of stress urinary incontinence (SUI) or pelvic organ prolapse (POP) and claim to have suffered serious physical and mental injuries as a result.

The FDA first brought to light reports of vaginal mesh complications in 2008 when it issued a public health notification on serious complications associated with transvaginal mesh placement. After issuing this statement, the agency reported that it saw the number of adverse events associated with vaginal mesh products continue to climb and issued an update in July 2011 informing the public that transvaginal mesh complications in the repair of POP are not rare. Surgical placement of the mesh through the vagina in the treatment of POP may expose patients to a greater risk than other surgical options without evidence of any greater clinical benefit, according to the FDA. Mesh erosion, severe pain, infection, urinary problems and recurrence of prolapse are among the side effects reportedly linked to the mesh products.

Mr. Goetz and his teams of medical device attorneys at Morgan and Morgan are currently handling and accepting new claims from women who suffered side effects following vaginal mesh surgery. For more information and a free case review, please visit ForThePeople.com today.

About Morgan & Morgan

Morgan & Morgan is one of the largest plaintiff?s law firms in the country with multiple office locations throughout Florida and the Southeast. The firm handles auto accident cases, personal injury cases, and medical malpractice cases, as well as claims against drug and medical device manufacturers. Visit Morgan and Morgan online at http://www.forthepeople.com/ for a free case evaluation and information about legal rights.







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RMACT Sponsors March of Dimes ?March for Babies? in Danbury, Stamford

April 30, 2012 By Leave a Comment


Stamford, CT (PRWEB) April 17, 2012

As advocates of healthy, full-term pregnancies, Reproductive Medicine Associates of Connecticut (RMA of CT) believes in the March of Dimes and has supported its annual ?March for Babies? fundraiser for three consecutive years. This year RMA of CT has expanded its sponsorship to two walks ? one in Stamford, CT (April 29) and one in Danbury, CT (May 6). In addition to the sponsorship, RMA of CT is organizing a team of walkers, including staff, patients and colleagues from the OB/GYN and fertility fields.

For years RMA of CT has believed it has an obligation to make healthy pregnancies the practice?s focus, not simply to get patients pregnant. As part of this objective, in 2012 the practice is dedicated to educating patients about improving their overall health during the 90 days before conception, including nutrition, stress management and physical activity. Practicing a healthy lifestyle decreases the risk of certain birth defects, as well as improves a patient?s fertility.

?We are proud to sponsor March for Babies because the March of Dimes helps promote education about the causes of premature birth and birth defects,? says Dr. Mark Leondires, Medical Director of RMA of CT. ?Sometimes simple changes to a patient?s diet and physical activity can improve her fertility and has the added benefit of decreasing a patient?s risk of birth defects and long-term conditions such as diabetes and hypertension. We encourage patients to take advantage of all that we offer: complementary yoga classes, seminars and workshops led by our nutritionist, support groups facilitated by our mental health professionals, and more.?

Greg Plage, Executive Director of the March of Dimes Fairfield County Division, says: ?On behalf of all of the families served by the March of Dimes, I would like to thank RMA of CT for its ongoing commitment to our March for Babies campaign. RMA of CT?s involvement has increased awareness of the March of Dimes mission and their continued support will help ensure that critical research and education will continue to benefit moms and babies in Fairfield County and across the nation.?

To make a pledge to March of Dimes through the RMA of CT Team, please join us on the walk.

RMA of CT?s next Preconception Wellness Seminar is taking place on May 5, 2012 at 11 a.m. at RMA of CT?s Norwalk office at 10 Glover Avenue. For more information and a complete list of events, go to:

http://www.rmact.com/events

About March of Dimes

The March of Dimes is the leading nonprofit organization for pregnancy and baby health. With chapters nationwide, the March of Dimes works to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality. For the latest resources and information, visit marchofdimes.com or nacersano.org. Find us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.

About RMACT

Reproductive Medicine Associates of Connecticut (RMA of CT) specializes in the treatment of infertility, including assisted reproductive technologies (ART) such as intrauterine insemination (IUI), in-vitro fertilization (IVF), and Comprehensive Chromosomal Screening (CCS). RMA of CT, Fairfield County?s largest fertility clinic and egg donation center, is one of 11 leading In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) centers nationwide chosen by In Vitro Sciences to participate in its Centers of Excellence program. RMA of CT has offices in Norwalk, Danbury and Stamford, and affiliate New York fertility clinics serving Putnam and Dutchess counties. RMA of CT also offers infertility treatment financing and support services through RMA of CT Integrated Fertility & Wellness Center, such as nutrition counseling, psychological counseling, acupuncture and yoga.

The RMA of CT team of Board-Certified Reproductive Endocrinologists includes Drs. Mark P. Leondires, Spencer S. Richlin, Joshua M. Hurwitz and Cynthia M. Murdock. All physicians are members of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM), the Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology (SART) and the Fairfield County and Connecticut Medical Societies. RMA of CT?s IVF laboratory is accredited by the College of American Pathologists (CAP), and CLIA; other accreditations include the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC) and the American Institute for Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM). For more information visit http://www.RMACT.com or find us on Facebook.

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The Sports and Physical Therapy Center Marks National Foot Health Awareness Month by Highlighting Foot, Ankle and Gait Dysfunction

April 29, 2012 By Leave a Comment


Eureka, MO (PRWEB) April 16, 2012

In recognition of National Foot Health Awareness Month this April, the Sports and Physical Therapy Center of Eureka, Missouri, is educating patients and the public on the benefits of proper foot care to overall health. The clinic?s physical therapists documented several case studies in which patients reported bodily pain that was caused by foot, ankle and gait dysfunction, and have prepared a list of top tips for anyone experiencing similar symptoms.

According to Sean Quinn, licensed Missouri physical therapist and owner of the Sports and Physical Therapy Center, he and his team see gait dysfunction cases every day that cause numerous problems for patients. ?Many individuals suffer with back and knee pain, flat foot, or tendinitis,? said Quinn. ?It?s imperative they receive a proper evaluation to reveal and address the underlying cause of their pain. In many cases, foot, ankle and gait dysfunction is directly related to their symptoms. Physical therapy programs designed to correct these problems offer significant relief from pain, and can improve patients? long-term health.?

Quinn explained that patients may not realize the cause of their hip problems, low back pain, knee ligament tears, and knee problems may actually be foot dysfunction, such as flat feet, high arches, or fallen arches. He notes that many cases of foot and gait dysfunction can be improved through strengthening exercises, stretching, and manual therapy. To illustrate, Quinn shared three case studies in which Sports and Physical Therapy Center patients found relief through physical therapy:

?A teacher came to the clinic with sharp left-lateral knee pain. Each step was extremely painful, and his knee felt unstable. After a thorough examination, his therapist determined that he had a very dominant right leg, weak left leg, and poor gait mechanics. Through his physical therapy treatment plan, he learned to push off through his toes when walking and eliminate his shuffling gait. He also performed exercises to improve his strength and flexibility. Today, he is able to teach all day without pain.?

?For another patient, a difference in strength between the right and left leg led to a decreased ability to lift her toes when walking. As her body compensated for the strength difference, she developed irritation in her hip, which led to hip bursitis and severe pain when standing or walking. The therapist was able to help correct her awkward gait, increase her left leg strength and flexibility, and resolve her pain through physical therapy treatment.

?A retail clerk sought out Quinn?s team for treatment of his back and knee pain. This patient had flat foot as well as a number of gait deviations, due to decreased mobility in his ankles, poor core stabilization and weak foot musculature. After undergoing a physical therapy treatment plan of manual mobilization, foot strengthening, and gait and balance training, he is again able to work on his feet for eight hours, pain-free.

?A review of the results achieved by patients at our physical therapy clinic makes it clear that improper gait mechanics and foot problems can affect the entire body, causing pain and discomfort,? Quinn concluded. ?But the good news is that many of these problems can be alleviated through physical therapy treatment. Our therapists can help patients avoid unnecessary pain and return to their normal activities, as well as their favorite sports and hobbies.?

In honor of National Foot Health Awareness Month in April, the experts at the Sports and Physical Therapy Center offer these foot and ankle related tips:

1.To alleviate tightness in the ankle, which can place additional stress and pressure on the knee, perform ankle stretches throughout the day. These can be as simple as making circles with each foot, whether you?re lying down, sitting at your desk, or standing.

2.Choose the right footwear to properly support your feet and ankles. Try to avoid insufficient arch support, high heels, and tight straps that can lead to instability and even knee pain. Pointed toes may not allow enough room for your toes to stretch out, causing nerve pain and other problems.

3.Don?t ignore pain. It?s your body?s way of signaling a problem. Whether you have pain in your feet, knees, hips, back, or anywhere in the body, it?s important to find and treat the underlying cause.

4.Have your gait analyzed. A gait analysis can assess the way you walk, and highlight biomechanical abnormalities. Limited range of motion, muscular imbalance, or muscle tightness can lead to injuries, overcompensation, and pain.

5.If you?re diabetic, take extra care with your feet. Examine them each day for cuts, blisters, or swelling.

Along with these tips, Quinn recommends proper body mechanics as the best way to prevent injuries. ?Our patients? experiences demonstrate the importance of learning proper movement to correct foot, ankle, and gait dysfunction. At our physical therapy clinic, we also focus on improving each patient?s fitness and wellness, according to their lifestyle and goals. Most importantly, we strive to help every patient enjoy lifelong, pain-free wellness.?

For more information on the Foot Health Awareness Month at the Sports and Physical Therapy Center in Eureka, or to schedule a physical therapy appointment, call 636-938-4065. To learn more about the full range of services provided by Sean Quinn and his team of Missouri licensed physical therapists, visit http://www.ptstl.com.

About the Sports and Physical Therapy Center

Located in Eureka, Missouri, the Sports and Physical Therapy Center was founded in 2004 and serves patients in the greater St. Louis area. Owner Sean Quinn is a licensed Physical Therapist in Missouri as well as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. He holds a master?s degree in Physical Therapy from St. Louis University, and specializes in manual therapy techniques, orthopedics and sports medicine. Quinn worked in outpatient physical therapy clinics for several years before establishing his own practice. Today, the center employs a team of highly skilled physical therapists and a personal trainer, as well as dedicated finance, customer care and administrative staff. For more information, visit http://www.ptstl.com or call 636-938-4065.





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Leading BlackBerry GTD App Viira? Adds Contact Task Management, Next Actions

April 28, 2012 By Leave a Comment


Vancouver, BC (PRWEB) April 16, 2012

Karta Mobile Inc. has announced the release of version 4.0 of Viira, its popular BlackBerry app for Getting Things Done (GTD

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Visiopharm and Hamamatsu Announce Worldwide OEM Agreement and Reseller Partnership for Quantitative Digital Pathology

April 27, 2012 By Leave a Comment


Hoersholm, Denmark (PRWEB) April 16, 2012

April 16, 2012 – Visiopharm, a leading provider of Quantitative Digital Pathology solutions, and Hamamatsu, a leading provider of whole slide scanners and data management solutions for digital pathology, announce today a non-exclusive worldwide original equipment manufacturer (OEM) agreement and reseller partnership for Visiopharm?s Quantitative Digital Pathology (QDP) solutions. Under the partnership Visiopharm will be an OEM for Hamamatsu?s new NDP.Analyze software, a research tool for tissue image analysis, which is fully compatible with Visiopharm?s entire suite of QDP solutions. Hamamatsu will market and sell the entire suite of QDP solutions, including CloudAnalysis, DeployedAnalysis, Stereology, and Application Protocol Packages (APPs) from Visiopharm?s new APPCenter.

The NDP.Analyze will be exhibited at the Analytica on April 17-20 2012, in Munich, Germany.

Hamamatsu, who is known throughout the world for their NanoZoomer Digital Pathology (NDP) whole slide scanners, will expand their offering in digital pathology to include quantitative digital pathology. The full range of analysis solutions are integrated with the NDP.Serve data management software. The software will be available directly from Hamamatsu Worldwide.

Masafumi Oshiro, Product manager of Hamamatsu Photonics, stated ?Hamamatsu is committed to provide complete solutions of high quality to its customers. Image analysis is becoming an increasingly important part of Digital Pathology. With the NDP.analyze and the software from Visiopharm fully integrated in the NDP environment, we are now able to provide a powerful image analysis solution. That scales well across the needs from individual academic researchers to large pharmaceutical companies with a regular and high-volume need for analysis. We are pleased to be able to offer image analysis APPs that provide a risk-free approach to image analysis for our customers, and at the same time provide immediate productivity with a very low learning curve.

NDP.Analyze integrated with Visiopharm?s innovative solutions for QDP, will provide Hamamatsu customers with leading technology and flexible options, including analysis of NanoZoomer whole slide images in the Cloud and unlimited access to Visiopharm?s patent-pending APPCenter. The APPCenter will provide both new and current NanoZoomer and Visiopharm customers with innovative, affordable options for their deployed solutions, but also allow them to expand their efforts to collaborate and share data in the Cloud.

Cloud analysis is an easy to budget solution for Hamamatsu customers who need access to sophisticated image analysis capabilities for a specific project which is limited in time. Whether it is for a week, a month, or longer customers will only pay for analysis when they need it. Hamamatsu customers can now have instant access, and be able to analyze whole slide images from work, home, or from anywhere.

Michael Grunkin PhD, CEO of Visiopharm, stated ?We are very impressed with Hamamatsu and their innovative vision for digital pathology. The NanoZoomer is a very robust product capable of providing scanned images of a consistent high quality and with a very competitive scan speed. It is clear to us that Hamamatsu will play an important role in providing integrated and complete quality solutions to the research market. An OEM agreement and reseller partnership with Hamamatsu will expand the availability of Visiopharm?s QDP solutions worldwide, and enable the rapidly growing digital pathology market to work in an efficient, integrated digital workflow with Hamamatsu?s NanoZoomer Digital Pathology solutions.

About Visiopharm

Over the past 10 years, Visiopharm image analysis and stereology software has become the preferred Quantitative Digital Pathology solution for leading biopharmaceutical companies, clinical researchers, and academic researchers all over the world. Visiopharm has more than 300 deployed systems worldwide and a large network of distribution and support partners, and is featured in over 400 scientific publications.

About Hamamatsu

Hamamatsu Photonics is a world-leading manufacturer of opto-electronic components and systems and employs over 4000 staff worldwide. The corporate headquarters are based in Hamamatsu City, Japan along with six manufacturing plants and central research laboratories. Since its inception in 1953, Hamamatsu Photonics has expanded to now enjoy a global presence with production facilities, business locations and associated companies throughout Asia, Europe and North America.

Hamamatsu Photonics? corporate philosophy stresses the advancement of Photonics through extensive research and development. The component- and system-products such as photosensors, cameras, complex systems are widely used in different research fields like communication, biomedical science, material science, pharmacology, medical science and many others.





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