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Quantum dots are tiny nanocrystals with extraordinary optical and electrical properties with possible uses in dye production, bioimaging, and solar energy production. Researchers at the University of Illinois at Chicago have developed a way to introduce precisely four copper ions into each and every quantum dot. The introduction of these "guest" ions, called doping, opens up possibilities for fine-tuning the optical properties of the quantum dots and producing spectacular colors. "When...

Last-minute weekend getaways for every budget! CHICAGO, May 13, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Skip the planning and go straight to the fun with Summer Escapes, 15 last-minute getaways that are perfect for whether you'd like to experience outdoor adventure, urban culture, or just insanely good food. These are three-day trips you can take on a moment's notice in addition to or in place of a big summer vacation. We include options for big and small budgets alike. On the high end, try "glamping"...

Memorial Hospital will be offering health screenings on May 16 at Cambridge House of O'Fallon, a BMA Management affordable assisted living community in the St. Louis Metro East area. The screenings will be available at no cost. Bradley, Illinois (PRWEB) May 11, 2013 Health screenings will be available at no cost from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, May, 16, when the Memorial Hospital wellness vehicle visits Cambridge House of O’Fallon, a BMA affordable assisted living community in...

PCC (Plastics Color Corporation), a leading supplier of color concentrates, compounds, custom-functional masterbatches and other polymer technologies, continues to gain market share in California and throughout the West. The company recently announced the hiring of a second account representative to cover the region. Calumet City, Ill. (PRWEB) May 10, 2013 PCC (Plastics Color Corporation), a leading supplier of color concentrates, compounds, custom-functional masterbatches and other...

SecurityPlanet.com releases their rankings of the best security system providers in the state of Illinois. SecurityPlanet.com speaks about what consumers think about when purchasing a burglar alarm system. Chicago, IL (PRWEB) May 10, 2013 SecurityPlanet.com is the leading source of unbiased and impartial home alarm system reviews. The easy to read reviews and comprehensive comparisons make SecurityPlanet.com the resource consumers favor for unbiased and independent home security reviews....

Heritage Woods of Batavia, a BMA Management affordable assisted living community in Kane County, Illinois is hosting its annual Senior Prom on May 17. The community serves seniors of all incomes, including those on Medicaid. Bradley, IL (PRWEB) May 10, 2013 Heritage Woods of Batavia, a BMA affordable assisted living community in Kane County, Illinois, is hosting its annual Senior Prom from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Friday, May 17. The community, which is located at 1079 E. Wilson Street in...

CHICAGO , May 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Michael Small, Gogo's president and CEO was named CEO of the Year at the Illinois Technology Association's annual CityLIGHTS Awards Gala. The gala was held at Chicago's Union Station on May 9, 2013. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110715/CG34837LOGO) The Illinois Technology Association's CityLIGHTS Awards are an annual celebration of the growth and vitality of Illinois' technology community. The CEO of the Year Award is presented...

For its innovative approach to developing digital marketing programs that increase sales, Leapfrog is honored with the Trailblazer Award CHICAGO, May 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Leapfrog Online is the winner of the 2013 Illinois Technology Association (ITA) CityLIGHTS Trailblazer Award. This distinction recognizes Leapfrog's innovations in digital marketing as well as its success in helping brands generate increased sales across all customer touch points, whether that be PC, mobile,...

Non-toxic steam vapor system cleans and deodorizes dashboard and door panels, seats, floors and mats while preventing chemical-related occupational illness and injury. Vernon Hills, Illinois (PRWEB) May 08, 2013 LadybugSteamCleaners.com, an authorized Internet dealer that sells Ladybug vapor steam cleaners across the globe through its online store and to walk-in customers who visit their Chicago-area showroom, today announced that it plans to actively market Ladybug’s professional-grade...

Fertility Centers of Illinois discusses the changing face of modern motherhood this Mother’s Day Chicago, IL (PRWEB) May 08, 2013 On Mother’s Day, over 85 million women will celebrate their role as a loving parent to their child. But becoming a mother now isn’t what it used to be. Today’s women face different challenges and opportunities on the path to parenthood. “Motherhood is an exciting step,” explains Dr. Angie Beltsos of Fertility Centers of Illinois. “But modern women...