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IU School of Law-Indianapolis Ranks 44th in the NationIn its first annual ranking of U.S. law schools , Super Lawyers Magazine ranks Indiana University School of Law-Indianapolis as 44th in the nation. |
Released: 11/20/2009 4:30 PM EST
Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) |
LifeChannels:Government/Law, Space/Astronomy
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Growth of Global Space Capabilities Highlighted in Congressional TestimonyThe growth of global space capabilities and the importance of emerging space Sates is addressed by Dr. Ray Williamson, Executive Director of Secure World Foundation, before a U.S. House of Representatives Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics. |
Embargo expired: 11/19/2009 10:00 AM EST
Released: 11/19/2009 9:00 AM EST
Secure World Foundation |
LifeChannels:Environment, Government/Law
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House Natural Resources Committee Approves Ocean, Coastal, and Watershed Education ActThe U.S. House Committee on Natural Resources today approved legislation expanding key watershed and environmental education programs at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). |
Released: 11/18/2009 1:15 PM EST
National Wildlife Federation (NWF) |
LifeChannels:Healthcare, U.S. Politics
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Hawkeye Poll: Slight Majority of Americans Against Healthcare ReformJust over half of Americans believe healthcare reform would do more harm than good and disapprove of the way Barack Obama is handling his job as president, according to a University of Iowa Hawkeye Poll released today. |
Released: 11/18/2009 12:00 PM EST
University of Iowa |
LifeChannels:Winter/Holidays
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Expert Holiday Shopping TipsWith remaining shopping days fleeting till the biggest retail event of the year, Ryerson's Ted Rogers School of Retail Management offers these holiday shopping tips... |
Released: 11/18/2009 8:30 AM EST
Expert Available Ryerson University |
LifeChannels:Healthcare
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Analysis Examines Industry-Wide Implications of the Stupak/Pitts Amendment Banning Funding of Abortion Under Health Reform BillThe Stupak/Pitts Amendment was added to the Affordable Health Care for America Act (H.R. 3962), which passed the House on November 7th. The amendment bans federal funding for abortions and bars payment of federal subsidies to health insurance products sold in exchanges that cover most medically indicated abortions. |
Released: 11/17/2009 10:00 AM EST
George Washington University |
LifeChannels:U.S. Politics
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Expert Available to Speak About U.S. Military Base Impacts in AsiaAs President Obama visits Asia and topics include the U.S. military presence in Okinawa and other locations, Mark Gillem is available to provide information about land use decisions by the U.S. military. |
Released: 11/15/2009 7:35 PM EST
Expert Available University of Oregon |
LifeChannels:Space/Astronomy
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New Report Offers Steps to Outer Space SecurityThe space community should have a “phonebook” of the satellite maneuvering centers maintained by operators to contact them quickly in case of need. In addition, satellite operators could agree to conduct “collision avoidance” exercises. A new report offers a series of recommendations to help address the orbital debris concern, and other issues that can assure enhanced security in space for all. |
Released: 11/13/2009 1:00 AM EST
Secure World Foundation |
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Emerging Issues in Food and Drug Law: A National Conference for Lawyers, Policymakers, and Corporate LeadersUniversity of Maryland, Baltimore at its School of Law. Conference is a joint effort of the law school’s nationally ranked (top-5) health law program, our School of Pharmacy’s Center on Drugs and Public Policy, and private industry. |
Released: 11/11/2009 9:00 PM EST
University of Maryland Baltimore |
LifeChannels:Economics |
Cornell Hosts Its Annual Economic Outlook Conference, Dec. 8More than 100 bank failures. Unemployment tops 10 percent. Gas prices rise. The dollar dives. House prices tumble. And if you thought 2009 stunk, wait till you see 2010. Steven Kyle, a Cornell associate professor of applied economics and management known for his often-accurate forecasts, will provide his economic prognosis for the coming year at Cornell University’s annual Agribusiness Economic Outlook Conference Tuesday, Dec. 8. |
Released: 11/11/2009 11:40 AM EST
Cornell University |