Stormy Titan could host life

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– Stormy Titan could host life

Astrophysicists have discovered that Titan’s atmosphere is stormy – a key discovery as scientists generally believe that electrical activity in an atmosphere increases the probability of life.

Titan, Saturn’s largest moon, is unique amongst moons in having an atmosphere and now physicists from the Universities of Granada and Valencia have revealed that its atmosphere is stormy.

The Spanish researchers based their findings on the theory of Alexander I. Oprin and the experiment of Stanley Miller who managed to synthesise organic compounds from inorganics using electrical discharges.

Juan Antonio Morente, from the Department of Applied Physics at the University of Granada detected peaks of extremely low frequency (ELF) in the signal from the Huygens probe from Titan. These peaks imply that electromagnetic fields are confined between the ionosphere and the surfaces of a huge resonant cavity giving Titan and natural electric field.

However, untangling the data was not as simple as they had hoped as the Huygens signal was flat and no so called “Schumann resonances” were apparent. The Spanish researchers developed a clever method using time signal seperation to reveal the hidden peaks and achieve “irrefutable proof” that Titan has a natural electrically active atmosphere.

Morente said: “This is why Titan has been one of the main objectives of the Cassini-Huygens joint mission of NASA and the European Space Agency.”

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Spanish Study Shows Smoking-Sport Link

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Spanish researchers say they have found a direct relation between sports and cutting adolescent tobacco usage.

Samplings of 3,000 adolescents ages 13 to 18 found 80 percent of those who played a sport did not smoke. This compared to 71.4 percent of physically inactive adolescents, reported researchers of the University of Granada, the Spanish National Research Council, the Universities of Murcia, Zaragoza and Cantabria and the Nuestra Senora de la Consolacion School of Granada. Their findings, summarized in a press release, are being published in the journal Nutricion Hospitalaria.
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‘Super Fruits’ Like Tart Cherries may Provide Anti-Aging Benefits

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A growing body of science suggests antioxidant-rich fruits can be a natural way to protect against the signs and conditions of aging.

September is Healthy Aging Month, and experts suggest stocking up on «Super Fruits» such as cherries, which are one of the few known, researched sources of melatonin, a powerful antioxidant that has been shown to play a role in delaying the effects of aging.

A 2007 study conducted at the University of Granada in Spain and published in the journal Free Radical Research found that melatonin neutralizes the oxidative and inflammation process caused by aging (1). In fact, researchers suggest that daily melatonin intake in humans from the age of 30 or 40 on could potentially help delay illnesses related to aging.

Russel J. Reiter, Ph.D, a nutrition researcher at the University of Texas Health Science Center and co-author of the Granada study, recommends eating just a handful of cherries a day to reap the melatonin benefits.

«Studies have shown melatonin can provide many potential health benefits that would be important to people as they age, including helping to protect the vascular system and improving sleep,» said Reiter. «As people look for natural ways to promote longevity, including cherries in their daily diet may be helpful.»

A growing body of evidence also shows cherries may help reduce risk factors of age-related conditions such as inflammation and heart disease. According to registered dietitian Cheryl Forberg, author of Positively Ageless (Rodale 2008) and nutritionist for NBC\’s «The Biggest Loser,» the antioxidant compounds that make up cherries\’ rich red color are the key to their naturally protective benefits.

«Most people don\’t know the truth about this powerful fruit,» said Forberg. «But tart cherries have just as many antioxidants as blueberries. As a dietitian, I look first to foods and beverages with health-promoting properties to help people optimize their health.»

Aging Boomers Are Harnessing the Stay-Young Power of Foods

Aging Boomers, who account for nearly one third of the U.S. population, are increasingly turning to foods to help promote their health and longevity. A recent survey conducted by research group Packaged Facts(2) revealed Boomers «particularly demand» products that may help to lower cholesterol and improve heart health — such as cherries.

«Boomers are looking at functional foods as a delicious way to help delay the effects of aging,» said Forberg. «And what\’s especially great about cherries is that they\’re available year-round as dried, frozen and juice. They\’re an easy, convenient and colorful addition to the daily diet, from whipping into a smoothie to mixing into a rice pilaf or folding into a sweet dessert such as gingerbread.» Forberg shares two cherry-infused recipes in her new book -Wild Rice with Radicchio and Dried Cherries and Gingerbread with Dried Cherries and Toasted Pecans.

To learn more about the unique health benefits of cherries, to download a copy of «The Cherry Nutrition Report,» and for Forberg\’s cherry recipes, visit http://www.choosecherries.com.

The Cherry Marketing Institute (CMI) is an organization funded by North American tart cherry growers and processors. CMI\’s mission is to increase the demand for tart cherries through promotion, market expansion, product development and research. For more information on the science supporting the unique health benefits of cherries and for cherry recipes and menu ideas, visit http://www.choosecherries.com.

(1) Rodriguez MI, Carretero M, Escames G, Lopez LC, Maldonado MD, Tan DX, Reiter RJ, Acuna-Castroviejo D. Chronic melatonin treatment prevents age- depended cardiac mitochondrial dysfunction in senescence-accelerated mice. Free Radical Research. 2007;41:15-24.

(2) U.S. Baby Boomer Attitudes and Opportunities: At Home, At Work and On the Road, Packaged Facts, June 2008

Cherry Recipes by Cheryl Forberg
Adapted from Positively Ageless

Wild Rice with Radicchio and Dried Cherries

Ingredients:
1/2 cup dried cherries
1/2 cup dry red wine
1 head radicchio (12 ounces), cored and finely chopped
3 green onions, chopped, with some green tops
2 cups cooked wild rice
3/4 cup chopped parsley
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons slivered almonds, lightly toasted
Parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions:

In a small bowl, cover the cherries with the wine and let soak for about 2 hours or overnight. Drain, discarding the wine or reserving for another use.

In a larger bowl, toss the radicchio, onions, rice, parsley and drained cherries.

In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, mustard, oil, salt and black pepper. Pour over the radicchio mixture and toss gently. Serve at room temperature, sprinkled with almonds. Add shavings of Parmesan, if desired.

Nutritional Analysis per Serving:

147 calories, 3 g protein, 17 g carbohydrates, 7 g total fat, 1 g saturated fat, 2 g monounsaturated fat, 630 mg omega-3\’s, 3 g fiber, 5 g sugar, 152 mg sodium

Gingerbread with Dried Cherries and Toasted Pecans

Ingredients:
2 cups stone-ground whole wheat flour
2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/3 cup olive or canola oil
2 large omega-3 eggs
2/3 cup sorghum syrup or unsulfured molasses
2/3 cup soy or low fat milk
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped dried cherries
1/4 cup chopped toasted pecans

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly coat an 8″x8″ square baking pan with olive oil cooking spray.

In a bowl, measure the flour, flaxseed, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg. Set aside.

In another bowl, whisk together the oil, eggs, sweetener, milk and vanilla extract. Make a well in the reserved dry ingredients and pour in the liquid mixture. Stir until just combined. Fold in the fruit and nuts.

Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 10 minutes. Reduce the oven temperature to 325 degrees F and bake for 30 to 35 minutes longer, or until a toothpick used to test doneness come out clean.

Nutritional Analysis per Serving:

176 calories, 4 g protein, 25 g carbohydrates, 7 g total fat, 1 g saturated fat, 5 g monounsaturated fat, 60 mg omega-3\’s, 4 g fiber, 10 g sugar, 154 mg sodium
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‘Super Fruits’ Like Tart Cherries may Provide Anti-Aging Benefits

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A growing body of science suggests
antioxidant-rich fruits can be a natural way to protect against the signs and
conditions of aging.

September is Healthy Aging Month, and experts suggest stocking up on
«Super Fruits» such as cherries, which are one of the few known, researched
sources of melatonin, a powerful antioxidant that has been shown to play a
role in delaying the effects of aging.

A 2007 study conducted at the University of Granada in Spain and published
in the journal Free Radical Research found that melatonin neutralizes the
oxidative and inflammation process caused by aging (1). In fact, researchers
suggest that daily melatonin intake in humans from the age of 30 or 40 on
could potentially help delay illnesses related to aging.

Russel J. Reiter, Ph.D, a nutrition researcher at the University of Texas
Health Science Center and co-author of the Granada study, recommends eating
just a handful of cherries a day to reap the melatonin benefits.

«Studies have shown melatonin can provide many potential health benefits
that would be important to people as they age, including helping to protect
the vascular system and improving sleep,» said Reiter. «As people look for
natural ways to promote longevity, including cherries in their daily diet may
be helpful.»

A growing body of evidence also shows cherries may help reduce risk
factors of age-related conditions such as inflammation and heart disease.
According to registered dietitian Cheryl Forberg, author of Positively Ageless
(Rodale 2008) and nutritionist for NBC\’s «The Biggest Loser,» the antioxidant
compounds that make up cherries\’ rich red color are the key to their naturally
protective benefits.

«Most people don\’t know the truth about this powerful fruit,» said
Forberg. «But tart cherries have just as many antioxidants as blueberries. As
a dietitian, I look first to foods and beverages with health-promoting
properties to help people optimize their health.»

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Sporting Curbs Tobacco Consumption

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Physically active and sporting adolescents are less likely to smoke than their non-active and sluggish counterparts, a new Spanish study reports.

Basing its results on a sample survey of nearly 3,000 adolescents, the study is the first to link sporting activities with tobacco consumption.

For the study, the researchers at the University of Granada in association with the researchers at the Spanish National Research Council, the Universities of Murcia, Zaragoza and Cantabria and the Nuestra Senora de la Consolacion School of Granada surveyed 3,000 students aged between 13 and 18 years.

A questionnaire seeking their habits was filled in by each participant. An amazing 80.9 percent of the Spanish adolescents who practiced a game did not smoke, as compared to 71.4 percent of the non-active adolescents, researchers found.

However unfortunately, more than 40 pct of the adolescents did not indulge in any form of physical activity, the study found.

Among those into regular sporting, researchers noticed a hefty gender disparity – almost 7.1 percent of the boys were physically active as against 46.7 percent of the girls.

Moreover, 15 percent of the adolescents were regular smokers, slightly more girls than boys.

The results of the study feature in the current issue of the journal Nutricion Hospitalaria.

As lack of physical activity is already known to have significant links with a majority of health problems ranging from obesity, diabetes, coronary disease, osteoporosis and cancerdefine, the results of the current study further suggests the importance of adopting and practicing physical activity, researchers averred.
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‘Super Fruits’ Like Tart Cherries may Provide Anti-Aging Benefits

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Science Suggests Cherries Contain Powerful Antioxidant Profile That May Protect Against Signs of Aging

A growing body of science suggests antioxidant-rich fruits can be a natural way to protect against the signs and conditions of aging.

September is Healthy Aging Month, and experts suggest stocking up on «Super Fruits» such as cherries, which are one of the few known, researched sources of melatonin, a powerful antioxidant that has been shown to play a role in delaying the effects of aging.

A 2007 study conducted at the University of Granada in Spain and published in the journal Free Radical Research found that melatonin neutralizes the oxidative and inflammation process caused by aging (1). In fact, researchers suggest that daily melatonin intake in humans from the age of 30 or 40 on could potentially help delay illnesses related to aging.

Russel J. Reiter, Ph.D, a nutrition researcher at the University of Texas Health Science Center and co-author of the Granada study, recommends eating just a handful of cherries a day to reap the melatonin benefits.

«Studies have shown melatonin can provide many potential health benefits that would be important to people as they age, including helping to protect the vascular system and improving sleep,» said Reiter. «As people look for natural ways to promote longevity, including cherries in their daily diet may be helpful.»

A growing body of evidence also shows cherries may help reduce risk factors of age-related conditions such as inflammation and heart disease. According to registered dietitian Cheryl Forberg, author of Positively Ageless (Rodale 2008) and nutritionist for NBC\’s «The Biggest Loser,» the antioxidant compounds that make up cherries\’ rich red color are the key to their naturally protective benefits.

«Most people don\’t know the truth about this powerful fruit,» said Forberg. «But tart cherries have just as many antioxidants as blueberries. As a dietitian, I look first to foods and beverages with health-promoting properties to help people optimize their health.»

Aging Boomers Are Harnessing the Stay-Young Power of Foods

Aging Boomers, who account for nearly one third of the U.S. population, are increasingly turning to foods to help promote their health and longevity. A recent survey conducted by research group Packaged Facts(2) revealed Boomers «particularly demand» products that may help to lower cholesterol and improve heart health — such as cherries.

«Boomers are looking at functional foods as a delicious way to help delay the effects of aging,» said Forberg. «And what\’s especially great about cherries is that they\’re available year-round as dried, frozen and juice. They\’re an easy, convenient and colorful addition to the daily diet, from whipping into a smoothie to mixing into a rice pilaf or folding into a sweet dessert such as gingerbread.» Forberg shares two cherry-infused recipes in her new book -Wild Rice with Radicchio and Dried Cherries and Gingerbread with Dried Cherries and Toasted Pecans.

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‘Super Fruits’ Like Tart Cherries may Provide Anti-Aging Benefits

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A growing body of science suggests antioxidant-rich fruits can be a natural way to protect against the signs and conditions of aging.

September is Healthy Aging Month, and experts suggest stocking up on «Super Fruits» such as cherries, which are one of the few known, researched sources of melatonin, a powerful antioxidant that has been shown to play a role in delaying the effects of aging.

A 2007 study conducted at the University of Granada in Spain and published in the journal Free Radical Research found that melatonin neutralizes the oxidative and inflammation process caused by aging (1). In fact, researchers suggest that daily melatonin intake in humans from the age of 30 or 40 on could potentially help delay illnesses related to aging.

Russel J. Reiter, Ph.D, a nutrition researcher at the University of Texas Health Science Center and co-author of the Granada study, recommends eating just a handful of cherries a day to reap the melatonin benefits.

«Studies have shown melatonin can provide many potential health benefits that would be important to people as they age, including helping to protect the vascular system and improving sleep,» said Reiter. «As people look for natural ways to promote longevity, including cherries in their daily diet may be helpful.»

A growing body of evidence also shows cherries may help reduce risk factors of age-related conditions such as inflammation and heart disease. According to registered dietitian Cheryl Forberg, author of Positively Ageless (Rodale 2008) and nutritionist for NBC\’s «The Biggest Loser,» the antioxidant compounds that make up cherries\’ rich red color are the key to their naturally protective benefits.

«Most people don\’t know the truth about this powerful fruit,» said Forberg. «But tart cherries have just as many antioxidants as blueberries. As a dietitian, I look first to foods and beverages with health-promoting properties to help people optimize their health.»

Aging Boomers Are Harnessing the Stay-Young Power of Foods

Aging Boomers, who account for nearly one third of the U.S. population, are increasingly turning to foods to help promote their health and longevity. A recent survey conducted by research group Packaged Facts(2) revealed Boomers «particularly demand» products that may help to lower cholesterol and improve heart health — such as cherries.

«Boomers are looking at functional foods as a delicious way to help delay the effects of aging,» said Forberg. «And what\’s especially great about cherries is that they\’re available year-round as dried, frozen and juice. They\’re an easy, convenient and colorful addition to the daily diet, from whipping into a smoothie to mixing into a rice pilaf or folding into a sweet dessert such as gingerbread.» Forberg shares two cherry-infused recipes in her new book -Wild Rice with Radicchio and Dried Cherries and Gingerbread with Dried Cherries and Toasted Pecans.

To learn more about the unique health benefits of cherries, to download a copy of «The Cherry Nutrition Report,» and for Forberg\’s cherry recipes, visit http://www.choosecherries.com.

The Cherry Marketing Institute (CMI) is an organization funded by North American tart cherry growers and processors. CMI\’s mission is to increase the demand for tart cherries through promotion, market expansion, product development and research. For more information on the science supporting the unique health benefits of cherries and for cherry recipes and menu ideas, visit http://www.choosecherries.com.

(1) Rodriguez MI, Carretero M, Escames G, Lopez LC, Maldonado MD, Tan DX, Reiter RJ, Acuna-Castroviejo D. Chronic melatonin treatment prevents age- depended cardiac mitochondrial dysfunction in senescence-accelerated mice. Free Radical Research. 2007;41:15-24.

(2) U.S. Baby Boomer Attitudes and Opportunities: At Home, At Work and On the Road, Packaged Facts, June 2008

Cherry Recipes by Cheryl Forberg
Adapted from Positively Ageless

Wild Rice with Radicchio and Dried Cherries

Ingredients:
1/2 cup dried cherries
1/2 cup dry red wine
1 head radicchio (12 ounces), cored and finely chopped
3 green onions, chopped, with some green tops
2 cups cooked wild rice
3/4 cup chopped parsley
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons slivered almonds, lightly toasted
Parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions:

In a small bowl, cover the cherries with the wine and let soak for about 2 hours or overnight. Drain, discarding the wine or reserving for another use.

In a larger bowl, toss the radicchio, onions, rice, parsley and drained cherries.

In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, mustard, oil, salt and black pepper. Pour over the radicchio mixture and toss gently. Serve at room temperature, sprinkled with almonds. Add shavings of Parmesan, if desired.

Nutritional Analysis per Serving:

147 calories, 3 g protein, 17 g carbohydrates, 7 g total fat, 1 g saturated fat, 2 g monounsaturated fat, 630 mg omega-3\’s, 3 g fiber, 5 g sugar, 152 mg sodium

Gingerbread with Dried Cherries and Toasted Pecans

Ingredients:
2 cups stone-ground whole wheat flour
2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/3 cup olive or canola oil
2 large omega-3 eggs
2/3 cup sorghum syrup or unsulfured molasses
2/3 cup soy or low fat milk
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped dried cherries
1/4 cup chopped toasted pecans

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly coat an 8″x8″ square baking pan with olive oil cooking spray.

In a bowl, measure the flour, flaxseed, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg. Set aside.

In another bowl, whisk together the oil, eggs, sweetener, milk and vanilla extract. Make a well in the reserved dry ingredients and pour in the liquid mixture. Stir until just combined. Fold in the fruit and nuts.

Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 10 minutes. Reduce the oven temperature to 325 degrees F and bake for 30 to 35 minutes longer, or until a toothpick used to test doneness come out clean.

Nutritional Analysis per Serving:

176 calories, 4 g protein, 25 g carbohydrates, 7 g total fat, 1 g saturated fat, 5 g monounsaturated fat, 60 mg omega-3\’s, 4 g fiber, 10 g sugar, 154 mg sodium
Website: http://www.choosecherries.com/
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Increased Physical Activity Linked to Decreased Tobacco Consumption

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Increased Physical Activity Linked to Decreased Tobacco Consumption.

In a study involving 3,000 Spanish adolescents, Professors Pablo Tercedor, Palma Chillon, and Manuel Delgado, from University of Granada found that adolescents, who play a sport do not smoke usually, and more than 40 pct of the adolescents aged between 13 and 18 do not practice any physical activity.

The participants were given a questionnaire to know their habits. The survey showed that 80.9 per cent of the active subjects said that they do not smoke, compared to 71.4pct of the non-active adolescents.

It revealed that 59.2pct of the adolescents were physically active, with 71.1 pct of the boys as against 46.7 pct of the girls.

Moreover, 15pct of the adolescents were regular smokers, slightly more girls than boys.

Scientists suggests that the importance of adopting measures to promote the practice of physical activity and eradicate tobacco consumption, as it has been proved how physical activity, diet and tobacco and alcohol consumption are related to obesity, diabetes, coronary disease, osteoporosis and cancer.

The study is published in the journal Nutricion Hospitalaria.

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Amplia oferta de cursos para el despedir el verano

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Con el mes de Septiembre a punto de comenzar y antes del inicio de las clases, multitud de universidades ultiman sus propuestas para los denominados cursos de otoño. Tras meses de conferencias, seminarios, ponencias y talleres se renueva la oferta con interesantes propuestas que recorren cada rincón de la geografía española.

Antes de volver a la rutina, a las clases, las prácticas y la búsqueda de apuntes, las universidades españolas aprovechan el mes de septiembre para dar comienzo a una segunda oleada de cursos que se prolongan, en la mayoría de los casos, hasta los meses de noviembre y diciembre. Las propuestas, al igual que en el verano que ya termina, engloban una amplia variedad de temáticas y enfoques como los efectos de la contaminación industrial, violencia escolar o competencias profesionales y empleo universitario, entre otros muchos.

Además, cada vez de manera más habitual, las instituciones universitarias se apuntan, también en el mes de septiembre, a los llamados “cursos de iniciación” o “cursos cero” . Esta iniciativa se convierte en una oportunidad inmejorable para acercarse por primera vez al mundo universitario y evitar así la desorientación de las primeras semanas. Entre otras ventajas, aportan ciertos conocimientos que resultan clave al comenzar la carrera e incluso algunas instituciones académicas convalidan estos cursos por créditos de libre configuración que se descuentan de la carga de créditos total de cada titulación. Matemáticas, física, inglés, contabilidad, dibujo técnico e incluso disciplinas de apoyo al alumno en su vida universitaria son algunos de los cursos que imparten las universidades españolas.

Si estás interesado o te perdiste la convocatoria de los meses de verano, todavía estás a tiempo de acudir a uno de los cursos de otoño que mantienen abierto su plazo de inscripción y que recorren las diferentes comunidades autónomas con una amplia oferta.

En el Sur…

Son muchos los centros andaluces que aprovechan estos meses para acercarse a temáticas diferentes y ofrecer una segunda oportunidad a aquellos que no han podido inscribirse en los cursos de verano. En este sentido, la Universidad de Cádiz impartirá, desde el próximo 17 de septiembre, sus cursos de otoño copados de talleres y seminarios en las sedes de Jérez y Algeciras. Será el curso de “Retos actuales de la criminología: ciencia y profesión” el que marque el inicio de esta XIII edición que se complementa con otras propuestas como el curso sobre el enfermedad de Alzheimer y sus perspectivas y abordajes o el último de los programados, el día 5 de noviembre en el Campus Bahía de Algeciras, bajo el título “La inmigración ilegal en los ámbitos sociológicos y jurídicos”.

En la misma línea, el Centro Mediterráneo de la Universidad de Granada también ofrece interesantes ofertas para el mes de septiembre. Este año, el centro se ha visto obligado a suspender sus cursos de verano por el calor, las ocupadas agendas de los ponentes y el alto precio propio de la temporada estival de los hoteles. Y es que en Almuñecar, Motril, Loja, Lanjarón y Guadix, lugares en los que se dan los cursos, es casi imposible encontrar habitaciones libres en las que alojar a los conferenciantes. No será hasta la segunda semana de septiembre cuando se retomen las actividades que darán comienzo el día 8 de septiembre con el curso “Interpretación musical en el siglo XIX”. Además, la Universidad de Granada complementa su oferta estival a lo largo del mes de septiembre con otras opciones como el Simposio Internacional de Filosofía, un curso sobre La Alhambra o un taller sobre práctica teatral entre otros muchos. También, la Universidad Pablo de Olavide de Sevilla alarga su oferta estival. De esta manera, la localidad de Carmona acogerá del 29 de agosto al 3 de octubre, un total de 25 seminarios de los 52 que componen el programa completo y que se acercaran a temas como El cambio climático, la religión y la cultura en España o la violencia escolar.

Por su parte, la Universidad Internacional de Andalucía dará comienzo el 8 de septiembre a la diversa oferta de cursos de este año. La localidad de Baeza dará el pistoletazo de salida a una iniciativa que se extenderá hasta el día 25 con el curso sobre las relaciones que se establecen entre la cultura y la televisión. Posteriormente, la sede de La Cartuja (Sevilla) acogerá la segunda fase de estos cursos. Además, la UNIA ha preparado para esta sede una interesante programación cultural durante las tres semanas de septiembre en que se desarrollan los cursos, en la que se sigue manteniendo su línea de vanguardia y apuesta por las nuevas tendencias en danza contemporánea, teatro y nuevos géneros musicales, apoyando proyectos innovadores, grupos musicales emergentes y nuevas líneas de creación audiovisual. Para el espectáculo inaugural se cuenta en esta ocasión con la voz de la cantante marroquí Amina Alaoui.

La Universidad de Málaga sigue el ejemplo de otras instituciones andaluzas y este año oferta, en su sede de Archidona, el curso sobre Blas Infante y el Andalucismo en el Instituto Barahona y para el que todavía hay plazas disponibles. Del mismo modo, la Universidad de Córdoba también aterriza en septiembre con sus últimos cursos que se acercan al mundo de las ciencias experimentales, ciencias de la salud, humanidades o ciencias jurídico sociales, entre otras en las sede de Córdoba capital.

Otros puntos del país…

La Universidad Autónoma de Madrid mantiene sus cursos de verano hasta el próximo 17 de septiembre. El calendario del centro todavía contempla la celebración del curso sobre “Responsabilidad social corporativa en los sectores estratégicos” que se impartirá durante los días 3,4 y 5 de septiembre en la sede de Miraflores de la Sierra, que servirá de despedida hasta el próximo año.

El próximo 2 de septiembre dará comienzo la segunda fase de los cursos de la Universidad de Castilla La Mancha, que se finalizarán el 25 del mismo mes. Para esta ocasión, Académicos y profesionales de diferentes áreas desvelarán los entresijos del cambio climático, ingeniería biomédica, la tolerancia, la multiculturalidad, la historia de nuestros pueblos, las tradiciones o el medio ambiente. Las sedes de Toledo, Talavera de la Reina y Cuenca acogerán cursos como “Universidad, Empresa y Fuerzas Armadas”, “Periodismo local y regional” o el XXII Seminario Interuniversitario de Pedagogía Social: “Sociedad educadora, sociedad lectora”.
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Aconsejan el »carné genético» para esclarecer la identificación de hijos adoptados

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Un laboratorio de genética granadino ha aconsejado disponer de un «carné genético» que vincule a hijos adoptados con sus padres adoptivos, tal como han hecho 27 familias, en su mayoría de Valencia, para corroborar la unión familiar en caso de indefensión o identificar a los niños en casos de catástrofes.

El gerente de Laboratorios Lorgen, Javier Valverde, ha explicado que el certificado de ADN es de suma utilidad para que los hijos adoptados reclamen derechos civiles o para esclarecer su identificación cuando desaparecen en viajes familiares o mueren en catástrofes y accidentes como el ocurrido con un avión de Spanair en el aeropuerto de Barajas.

Precisamente, la identificación de un niño adoptado fallecido en dicho siniestro se ha dificultado por no contar con un ADN de referencia, según reconoció el pasado lunes el ministro de Interior, Alfredo Pérez Rubalcaba.

El test genético, que tiene una fiabilidad del 99,9 por ciento, se realiza con un colector que toma muestras de saliva, y una vez introducida en el sobre correspondiente, se envía al laboratorio para que elabore un certificado protocolizado ante notario.

En este sentido, Lorgen firmó un acuerdo con la Federación de Asociaciones de Adopción Internacional (ADECOP), que representa a más de 3.500 padres, para facilitar su acceso a la prueba de ADN.

Valverde ha añadido que esta prueba, que se puede adquirir en las farmacias españolas, también permite determinar la paternidad, la maternidad y otras relaciones familiares, además de identificar individuos para casos forenses.

Lorgen es una empresa pionera en el campo de la investigación genética y la biología molecular, creada por Jose Antonio Lorente Acosta, investigador de la Facultad de Medicina de la Universidad de Granada y director del laboratorio de identificación de genética de esta institución académica.

El laboratorio de genética pertenece al grupo Líder XXV, un holding creado por 24 empresarios y 2 entidades financieras (Caja Granada y Caja Rural de Granada) en 2005 en Granada, para acometer inversiones en el sector biosanitario, en la distribución, la energía solar y el desarrollo inmobiliario.
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Un laboratorio de genética granadino ha aconsejado disponer de un «carné genético» que vincule a hijos adoptados con sus padres adoptivos, tal como han hecho 27 familias, en su mayoría de Valencia, para corroborar la unión familiar en caso de indefensión o identificar a los niños en casos de catástrofes.

El gerente de Laboratorios Lorgen, Javier Valverde, ha explicado a Efe que el certificado de ADN es de suma utilidad para que los hijos adoptados reclamen derechos civiles o para esclarecer su identificación cuando desaparecen en viajes familiares o mueren en catástrofes y accidentes como el ocurrido con un avión de Spanair en el aeropuerto de Barajas.

Precisamente, la identificación de un niño adoptado fallecido en dicho siniestro se ha dificultado por no contar con un ADN de referencia, según reconoció el pasado lunes el ministro de Interior, Alfredo Pérez Rubalcaba.

El test genético, que tiene una fiabilidad del 99,9 por ciento, se realiza con un colector que toma muestras de saliva, y una vez introducida en el sobre correspondiente, se envía al laboratorio para que elabore un certificado protocolizado ante notario.

En este sentido, Lorgen firmó un acuerdo con la Federación de Asociaciones de Adopción Internacional (ADECOP), que representa a más de 3.500 padres, para facilitar su acceso a la prueba de ADN.

Valverde ha añadido que esta prueba, que se puede adquirir en las farmacias españolas, también permite determinar la paternidad, la maternidad y otras relaciones familiares, además de identificar individuos para casos forenses.

Lorgen es una empresa pionera en el campo de la investigación genética y la biología molecular, creada por Jose Antonio Lorente Acosta, investigador de la Facultad de Medicina de la Universidad de Granada y director del laboratorio de identificación de genética de esta institución académica.
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Aconsejan un ‘carné genético’ para esclarecer la identificación de los hijos adoptados

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Un laboratorio de genética granadino ha aconsejado disponer de un \’carné genético\’ que vincule a hijos adoptados con sus padres adoptivos, tal como han hecho 27 familias, en su mayoría de Valencia, para corroborar la unión familiar en caso de indefensión o identificar a los niños en casos de catástrofes.

El gerente de Laboratorios Lorgen, Javier Valverde, ha explicado a Efe que el certificado de ADN es de suma utilidad para que los hijos adoptados reclamen derechos civiles o para esclarecer su identificación cuando desaparecen en viajes familiares o mueren en catástrofes y accidentes como el ocurrido con un avión de Spanair en el aeropuerto de Barajas.

Precisamente, la identificación de un niño adoptado fallecido en dicho siniestro se ha dificultado por no contar con un ADN de referencia, según reconoció el pasado lunes el ministro de Interior, Alfredo Pérez Rubalcaba.

El test genético, que tiene una fiabilidad del 99,9 por ciento, se realiza con un colector que toma muestras de saliva, y una vez introducida en el sobre correspondiente, se envía al laboratorio para que elabore un certificado protocolizado ante notario.

En este sentido, Lorgen firmó un acuerdo con la Federación de Asociaciones de Adopción Internacional (ADECOP), que representa a más de 3.500 padres, para facilitar su acceso a la prueba de ADN.

Valverde ha añadido que esta prueba, que se puede adquirir en las farmacias españolas, también permite determinar la paternidad, la maternidad y otras relaciones familiares, además de identificar individuos para casos forenses.

Lorgen es una empresa pionera en el campo de la investigación genética y la biología molecular, creada por Jose Antonio Lorente Acosta, investigador de la Facultad de Medicina de la Universidad de Granada y director del laboratorio de identificación de genética de esta institución académica.

El laboratorio de genética pertenece al grupo Líder XXV, un holding creado por 24 empresarios y 2 entidades financieras (Caja Granada y Caja Rural de Granada) en 2005 en Granada, para acometer inversiones en el sector biosanitario, en la distribución, la energía solar y el desarrollo inmobiliario.
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