New computer chip models how neurons communicate with each other at synapses. CAMBRIDGE, Mass.–(ENEWSPF)–November 15, 2011. For decades, scientists have dreamed of building computer systems that could replicate the human brain’s talent for learning new tasks. MIT researchers have now taken a major step toward that goal by designing a[Read More…]
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Gov. Quinn Announces $5 Million Grant for Hybrid Buses in Five Illinois Communities
Green Vehicles to Reduce Fuel Costs, Emissions and Noise Pollution SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–November 15, 2011. Governor Pat Quinn today announced that the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has been awarded a $5 million federal grant to buy up to 10 hybrid buses for Illinois communities as part of the governor’s initiative to[Read More…]
Increased Recycling Would Create Nearly 1.5 Million Jobs, Reduce Pollution
U.S. Leaders, Unions, Advocates Hail Report Calling For 75 Percent Recycling Rate WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–November 15, 2011. Higher recycling rates hold the potential to produce millions of new jobs, would strengthen local economies, reduce pollution and improve public health, according to a new report released today. At a National Recycling Day event[Read More…]
We Can’t Wait: HHS Cuts Nearly $18 Billion in Improper Payments, Announce New Steps for Stopping Government Waste
CMS Announces New Demonstrations to Help Curb Improper Medicare, Medicaid Payments Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–November 15, 2011. The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) today announced that the Administration cut wasteful improper payments by $17.6 billion dollars in 2011 as part of the Obama Administration’s Campaign to Cut Waste, fueled by decreases[Read More…]
EPA and GSA highlight ‘eCycling’ on America Recycles Day
CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)–November 15, 2011. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the General Services Administration highlighted the benefits of electronics recycling today at a certified “eCycling” facility for America Recycles Day. “Instead of creating pollution, our used electronics can be supporting local jobs through eCycling,” said EPA Region 5 Land and Chemicals[Read More…]
Study Links Pesticide Exposure to Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–November 15, 2011. Research published in the online edition of Environmental Health Perspectives finds that exposure to certain pesticides elevates the risk of non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma (NHL). The study, “A Prospective Study of Organochlorines in Adipose Tissue and Risk of non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma,” finds a positive correlation between levels of the[Read More…]
Park Forest is Growing Green with CMAP
Youth from Park Forest work with CMAP to plan for the future of their town. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Park Forest has a legacy of living and growing sustainably. Now, this south suburban community is embarking on an innovative effort to create a village-wide sustainability plan. Village residents,[Read More…]
IL Fire Marshal Commemorates National Elevator/Escalator Safety Week In Illinois
SPRINGFIELD—(ENEWSPF)—November 14, 2011. Governor Pat Quinn and the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal have proclaimed November 13-19, 2011 as the National Elevator Escalator Safety Awareness Week in Illinois. The objective of this week is to create safety awareness among residents when riding elevators, escalators and moving walks. Governor[Read More…]
Durbin and Kirk Announce Legislation to Protect School Children with Allergies
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–November 14, 2011. Schools across the country should maintain access to critical life saving medication for children with food and other allergies, U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) and U.S. Senator Mark Kirk (R-IL) said today. The School Access to Emergency Epinephrine Act, which Durbin and Kirk intend to introduce in[Read More…]
Bangladesh Offers Lessons on Climate Change and Disaster Risks – Secretary General Ban
Bangladesh–(ENEWSPF)–14 November 2011. Climate change is the single most important challenge the world faces, Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon stressed today in Bangladesh, a country that is all too familiar with the impact of extreme weather events and which the United Nations chief hailed as a global leader in disaster risk reduction. In[Read More…]
