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Phytoplankton Key to a Healthy Planet says Canada Research Chair at the Forefront of Phytoplankton Research Maria (Maite) Maldonado, Canada Research Chair in Phytoplankton Trace Metal Physiology at The University of British Columbia, has made understanding the intricacies of marine phytoplankton her life's work. These tiny, single-celled algae, which act as a natural sponge for carbon dioxide and are a critical part of the global carbon cycle, may play a key role in ensuring the health of...

SAN MATEO, Calif., Feb. 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- China Armco Metals, Inc. (NYSE Amex: CNAM) ("China Armco" or the "Company"), a distributor of imported metal ore and metal recycler with a new state-of-the-art scrap metal recycling facility in China, today provided an update on its trading business. By February 17, 2012, China Armco had completed the shipment of 160,000 metric tons of iron ore. The shipment of iron purchased from Brazil with a purchase contract value of approximately...

CARLSBAD, Calif., Feb. 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Callaway Golf Company (NYSE: ELY) today announced the retail availability of the new RAZR X® HL Irons and Hybrids, engineered to package maximum distance with uncompromising forgiveness for golfers looking to bring their game to the next level. The super game-improvement RAZR X HL Irons feature a cast stainless steel design with a wide, confidence-inspiring sole for smooth turf interaction. A low center of gravity makes the sweet...

TheBeautyPlace.com, a leading online retailer of hair and skin care products, provides customers with the latest and greatest tools for their hair styling needs. With an increase worldwide in the usage of professional flat irons, TheBeautyPlace.com has stayed highly competitive by promoting only the most sought out, state of the art brands such as CHI, Bio-Ionic and HAI, all designed with ceramic plates for unparalleled healthy and vibrant hair. Miami, FL (PRWEB) February 07, 2012...

The physical property of magnetism has historically been associated with metals such as iron, nickel and cobalt; however, graphite – an organic mineral made up of stacks of individual carbon sheets – has baffled researchers in recent years by showing weak signs of magnetism. The hunt for an explanation has not been without controversy, with several research groups proposing different theories. The most recent suggestion, published today, 27 January, in the journal EPL (Europhysics...

Study finds protein's entwined arm movements may control fate of potentially toxic payload Like a magician employing sleight of hand, the protein mitoNEET -- a mysterious but important player in diabetes, cancer and aging -- draws the eye with a flurry of movement in one location while the subtle, more crucial action takes place somewhere else. Using a combination of laboratory experiments and computer modeling, scientists from Rice University and the University of California, San Diego...

CLEVELAND, Jan. 26, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Cliffs Natural Resources Inc. (NYSE: CLF) (Paris: CLF) today provided an update on its 2011 expected results by business segment, along with its business segment outlook for 2012. Cliffs will report its complete fourth-quarter and full-year results on Feb. 15, 2012, and hold a conference call with the investment community at 10 a.m. on Feb. 16, 2012 (additional conference call information below). (Logo:...

DETROIT, Jan. 25, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- As automakers work to satisfy new fuel economy requirements, it is clear that mass reduction will continue to be an important factor. As mass reduction occurs and demands for safety, performance and emissions reduction increase, the Steel Market Development Institute (SMDI) stresses the vital role that new grades of steel will play in vehicles of the future. According to the latest industry research, newly developed grades of...

CARLSBAD, Calif., Jan. 25, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Callaway Golf Company (NYSE: ELY) today presented its 2012 new product lineup at the annual PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando, Fla. Grabbing the bulk of the industry's attention is the new RAZR Fit(TM) Driver, the first fully-adjustable driver from Callaway and the embodiment of several proprietary and performance-enhancing technologies. Callaway will also introduce the new RAZR X® Black family of woods, hybrids and irons, as well as...

WASHINGTON, Jan. 23, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- As President Obama prepares to deliver his fourth State of the Union address, American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) President and CEO Thomas J. Gibson outlined three key issues requiring action to boost the competitiveness of U.S. manufacturing, thereby stimulating the economy and creating high-value jobs. Gibson said that must entail a tough stance on trade law enforcement, authorizing a robust, long-term transportation...