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Contrary to convention, vegetation, when well-maintained, can lower the rates of certain types of crime, such as aggravated assault, robbery and burglary, in cities, according to a Temple University study, "Does vegetation encourage or suppress urban crime? Evidence from Philadelphia, PA," published in the journal, Landscape and Urban Planning. "There is a longstanding principle, particularly in urban planning, that you don't want a high level of vegetation, because it abets crime by...
Angiocidin, a novel tumor-inhibiting protein, has been shown to reduce acute myeloid leukemia (AML) cells in vivo by almost two-thirds in pre-clinical experiments. George P. Tuszynski, a professor of neuroscience in Temple University's School of Medicine who discovered Angiocidin, will present the findings during the American Society of Hematology's national meeting in Atlanta on Dec. 9. AML causes certain white blood cells to stop maturing, resulting in their uncontrolled...
PHILADELPHIA, Dec. 3, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- On March 1, 2013, leading cancer center administrator and nationally recognized hematology/oncology expert Richard I. Fisher, MD, will assume a set of vital leadership roles at Fox Chase Cancer Center, a member of the Temple University Health System, and Temple University School of Medicine. Currently, Fisher is vice president for strategic and program development at the University of Rochester Medical Center, where he is also...
Decreased kidney function is associated with decreased cognitive functioning in areas such as global cognitive ability, abstract reasoning and verbal memory, according to a study led by Temple University. This is the first study describing change in multiple domains of cognitive functioning in order to determine which specific abilities are most affected in individuals with impaired renal function. Researchers from Temple, University of Maine and University of Maryland examined...
A study of widely used complimentary offers at Atlantic City casinos finds that common giveaways such as free rooms and dining credits are less profitable – and lead to unhealthy competition among casinos – than alternative comps such as free travel and parking. The research, co-authored by Seul Ki Lee, an assistant professor at Temple University's School of Tourism and Hospitality Management, analyzed monthly promotional allowance and expenditure data from 11 casinos in the Atlantic...
10 percent fewer obese after 6-month study Could a clinic-based intervention that assists in dealing with childhood obesity be scaled down into an easily-taught, community-based program? Yes, according to a new feasibility study conducted by researchers at Temple University's Center for Obesity Research and Education and published in the journal, Pediatrics. Working in partnership with UnitedHealth Group and the Greater Providence YMCA, the Temple researchers conducted a six-month...
New ticket kiosk design for Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) showcases custom details, and right-out-of-the-box convenience. Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) August 31, 2012 When SEPTA wanted a “special” booth for their new Temple Station ticketing facility, they turned to B.I.G. Enterprises, Inc. (http://www.bigbooth.com). Many companies represent they build “special” booths, but only B.I.G. Enterprises met the rigorous standards required by SEPTA for this...
$8 million added to financial aid; multi-year campaign for student support begun PHILADELPHIA, July 12, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Temple University announced a freeze on base tuition for in-state and out-of-state undergraduate students enrolled for the 2012-13 academic year. No increase means base tuition for undergraduate in-state students will remain at $13,006. The freeze was announced June 28 by Board of Trustees Chairman Patrick J. O'Connor after an executive committee...
Relationship Strengthens Cancer Care and Research Opportunities PHILADELPHIA, July 2, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- As of July 1, 2012, Fox Chase Cancer Center became a part of Temple University Health System, one of Philadelphia's leading academic health centers, providing access to quality care through its hospitals and multi-specialty satellite facilities while supporting excellence and innovation in education and research. "We are pleased to welcome Fox Chase Cancer Center...
Access Receivables, a Maryland based national collection firm, has announced the expansion of its Access Education Services Division with the hiring of Ann McGough who has joined the firm as Regional Director of Business Development. Mark Goodman, formerly of Temple University, has joined Access Receivables as Educational Services Advisor. Baltimore, MD (PRWEB) June 30, 2012 Access Receivables, a Maryland based national collection firm, has announced the expansion of its Access Education...
