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USPTO Announces 2013 Innovation Expo

In Technology News on 2012/11/15 at 11:00 am

Innovation Expo 2013

Now is your chance to join a select group of technological game-changers whose ingenuity will be showcased in a celebration of innovation. Cutting-edge companies can apply for a place among the exhibitors at the Department of Commerces United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) Innovation Expo, to be held on the agencys campus in Alexandria, Va., June 20-22, 2013. Apply now; the deadline is February 13, 2013. The Expo will vividly demonstrate how the United States promotes and protects innovation. Inventions chosen for the Expo will be selected based on demonstrated contributions to Americas competitiveness and standard of living. Attendees will learn about the powerful incentives that drive U.S. innovators to new levels of technological and economic growth. Exhibitors will have the opportunity to engage the public and showcase their technology in a unique setting. Exhibits drawn from all fields will highlight the USPTOs mission as the Expo inspires future generations of Americans to advance U.S. leadership in innovation worldwide. A limited number of slots will be awarded to U.S. patent owners on a rolling basis until exhibition space is filled, so early applications are encouraged. Exhibitors will be selected by an independent committee of representatives from the National Academy of Inventors, the United Inventors Association of America, Edison Nation, the National Inventors Hall of Fame, the American Intellectual Property Law Association, and the Intellectual Property Owners Association. Technologies proposed for exhibit must be protected by a U.S. patent, and at least one of the technologys inventors must be a U.S. citizen.

Applications to exhibit at the Expo will be evaluated on the following criteria: Demonstrated market and consumer impact Ability to engage the publics interest in patents Educational value of the proposed exhibit Category diversity Expo applicants should submit:

The application form available below Visuals of the technology in use (preferably as it will be exhibited) in the form of video, photographs and/or drawings

Join the celebration! Your place at the Innovation Expo is waiting.

To submit your application and for more information please contact innovationexpo@uspto.gov.

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AGE HEALTHIER BREATHE EASIER, COPD IS THE FOURTH LEADING CAUSE OF DEATH IN THE UNITED STATES, PREVENTATIVE STEPS TO AVOID ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS FOR THOSE WITH LUNG DISEASES

COPD fourth leading cause of death in the United States

In Health News on 2012/11/15 at 10:29 am

Age Healthier Breathe Easier Preventative Steps to Avoid Environmental Hazards for those with Lung Diseases Exposure to indoor and outdoor environmental hazards can worsen the health of persons living with lung disease. This page offers information on steps you can take to reduce your exposure to these environmental hazards. For more detailed information, please see our series of easy-to-read facts sheets and brochures.

Age Healthier Breathe Easier (2pp, 95K, About PDF)

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): COPD is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States. It is characterized by obstruction to airflow making it difficult to breathe. Outdoor air pollution: Particle pollution may aggravate lung diseases including, COPD and asthma, and may be responsible for serious health effects, including hospitalization ad premature death. Indoor air pollution: Many older persons spend up to 90 percent of their time indoors, often at home. Common indoor environmental hazards that may trigger COPD and asthma attacks include tobacco smoke, animal dander, dust and pollen. Other sources of environmental triggers include combustion products, pressed wood, pesticides and household cleaners. Reduce exposure to outdoor air pollution: Pay attention to Air Quality Index (AQI) forecasts to know when the air is unhealthy for sensitive groups. Lower your outdoor activity level when the AQI is high. Reduce exposure to indoor air pollution: Avoid smoke from tobacco. Encourage smokers to smoke outdoors. Avoid or limit use of wood-burning stoves and fireplaces. Fix water leaks promptly and eliminate mold, dust mites and cockroaches in your home.

Use caution when working around the house: Improve ventilation when painting by scheduling indoor painting for times when windows can be left open and by using fans. Take frequent fresh air breaks when painting. Avoid carbon monoxide poisoning: Never leave a car running in a garage, even with the garage door open. Keep gas appliances properly adjusted. Install and use exhaust fans. Have a trained professional inspect, clean, and tune-up your central heating system annually. Source: http://www.epa.gov/aging/resources/factsheets/ahbe/index.htm Edit this entry.
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ARCTIC SEA ICE DOUBLES FROM LAST MONTH,GLOBAL TEMPERATURE HIGHLIGHTS: OCTOBER

Global temperatures were fifth highest on record for Ocotber

In Weather News on 2012/11/15 at 10:14 am

Arctic sea ice doubles from last month, yet remains second lowest on record for October
The globally-averaged temperature for October 2012 was the fifth warmest October since record keeping began in 1880. October 2012 also marks the 36th consecutive October and 332nd consecutive month with a global temperature above the 20th century average. Higher-than-average monthly temperatures were observed across much of Europe, western and far eastern Asia, northeastern and southwestern North America, central South America, northern Africa, and most of Australia. Meanwhile, much of northwestern and central North America, central Asia, parts of western and northern Europe, and southern Africa were notably below average.

October 2012 Selected Climate Anomalies and Events

Global temperature highlights: October

The combined average temperature over global land and ocean surfaces for October tied with 2008 as the fifth highest for October on record, at 58.23F (14.63C) or 1.13F (0.63C) above the 20th century average. The margin of error associated with this temperature is 0.22F (0.12C).

October 2012 Blended Land & Sea Surface Temperature Anomalies in C

October marked the 36th consecutive October and 332nd consecutive month with a global temperature above the 20thcentury average. The last below-average October was October 1976 and the last below-average month was February 1985. The global land temperature was the eighth warmest October on record, at 1.66F (0.92C) above the 20th century average of 48.7F (9.3C). The margin of error is 0.13F (0.07C). Higher-than-average monthly temperatures were most notable across Europe, western and far eastern Asia, northeastern and southwestern North America, central South America, northern Africa, and most of Australia, while temperatures were below average across much of northwestern and central North America, central Asia, parts of western and northern Europe, and southern Africa. The average temperature across the United Kingdom was 2.3F (1.3C) below the 19812010 average, making it the coldest October since 2003. Temperatures were above average across southeastern Europe during October. The Republic of Moldova reported monthly temperatures that ranged from 4.5 to 6.3F (2.5 to 3.5C) above average across the country. Every state and territory in Australia observed above-average monthly maximum temperatures during October. The nationally-averaged temperature was 2.75F (1.53C) above the 19611990 average, making it the 10th warmest October maximum temperature since records began in 1950. For the ocean, the October global sea surface temperature was 0.94F (0.52C) above the 20th century average of 60.6F (15.9C), tying with 2004 as the fourth highest on record for October. The margin of error is 0.07F (0.04C). The northwestern Atlantic Ocean and part of the north central Pacific Ocean temperatures were markedly higher than average, while much of the eastern and part of the western Pacific Ocean and much of the southern Atlantic Ocean were below average. Borderline neutral / weak El Nio conditions were present during October across the central and eastern equatorial Pacific Ocean, with sea surface temperatures close to 0.9F (0.5C) above average for a three-month period, the official threshold for the onset of El Nio conditions. According to NOAAs Climate Prediction Center, neutral conditions are expected to continue through the Northern Hemispheres winter 2012/13. Edit this entry.

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