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Comment on UM to Begin Accepting Donated Embryos for Stem Cell Research by David Granovsky

David Granovsky — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 04:22:48 +0000

Some additional info:

A few of the many diseases already treatable with ADULT stem cells:
**Spinal Cord Injuries – http://tinyurl.com/SCIvsASC
**Hearing Disorders – http://repairstemcell.wordpress.com/hearing-disorders/
**Diabetes – http://repairstemcell.wordpress.com/2009/10/02/diabetes-stem-cells-a-brief-history/
**Heart Diseases – http://tinyurl.com/CARDIACvsASC and http://tinyurl.com/1stCARDIACbs
**Autism – http://repairstemcell.wordpress.com/2009/10/01/autism-stem-cells-a-brief-history/
**Heart Disease, Diabetes (Type 1 + 2), Cerebral Palsy, Amputation, Stroke, Multiple Sclerosis – http://repairstemcell.wordpress.com/2009/10/10/do-stem-cell-treatments-work/

Comment on Aastrom Receives Letter From NASDAQ Regarding Continued Non-Compliance With Minimum Bid Price Rule by David Granovsky

David Granovsky — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 17:42:56 +0000

It is my understanding that they have requested the oral hearing within the timeframe (prior to Oct 14th):
“Aastrom intends to request an oral hearing before the Panel within the timeframe provided by NASDAQ, which will stay the delisting of the Company’s securities.”

The next step is for Nasdaq to schedule the hearing within 45 days of oct 14:
“NASDAQ has provided guidance that to the extent practicable, it will schedule the hearing within 45 days of the date that the request for hearing is filed by Aastrom.”

“At the hearing, Aastrom intends to request continued listing on the NASDAQ Capital Market based upon its plan for regaining compliance with the minimum bid price requirement. The Panel has the authority, if it deems appropriate, to grant Aastrom up to an additional 180 days from the date of the Staff Determination letter of October 2, 2009, or until March 31, 2010, to implement its plan of compliance. The letter notes that the Company may wish to consider presenting a plan that includes a discussion of the events that it believes will enable it to regain compliance in this time frame, along with a commitment to effect a reverse stock split, if necessary.”

I also believe that they have met all the requirements of maintaining their Nasdaq listing status except for the $1 minimum. Finally, the “dumb” analysis is: they are still listed because the stock is trading today and shows that it is listed on the Nasdaq on Google Finnce, Yahoo Finance and BLoomberg.com:
$0.355
+0.004 (1.08%)
Real-time: 1:29PM EDT

via http://repairstemcell.wordpress.com/2009/10/08/aastrom-requests-delisting-extension/

Comment on re:group Brands Great Plains Burger Company by Joe

Joe — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 22:11:56 +0000

Fantastic food, a sure-to-be classic point of pride for Ann Arbor dining in not too long, I hope.

Comment on Lycera Appoints Key Executives To Drug Development Team by melinda Winner

melinda Winner — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 10:57:19 +0000

good read, intresting, enjoyed

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Comment on re:group Brands Great Plains Burger Company by AT

AT — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 14:39:51 +0000

Had a GP burger the other day, and hands down the best burger I have tasted in a while. Love the fresh french fries, and the chocolate milk shake was awesome.

Definetly recommend to those that love burgers, fries and shakes!!! TWO THUMBS UP!!

Comment on Borders Hosts ‘Stock Your Library Challenge’ Sweepstakes in Superstores Nationwide by Gift Card Rescue

Gift Card Rescue — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 10:04:53 +0000

Teachers are being hurt drastically by the current economic climate. Allowing them the chance to win gift cards from Border’s is great because they can spend it on the things they need to increase learning in the classroom.

Comment on Borders to be Exclusive Book Retailer for 2009 National Book Festival by Jessica Deal

Jessica Deal — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 19:17:37 +0000

I love Borders. We only have a Barnes & Noble where I live, which I love also, but I love going into a Borders when there’s one around. This is really good news. Wish I could attend.

Comment on Borders Expands Selection of Educational Toys by JS Huntlands

JS Huntlands — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 11:58:08 +0000

Set in today’s day and time, Me and My Best Friend is about a young boy, his faithful companion and their exciting adventures.

Henry and Liam are the best of friends and they do everything together. They can run and play all day long. But when Henry the puppy gets tired and tries to take a nap, three-year-old Liam keeps waking him, wanting him to play some more. Will Henry get any rest?

Get your children involved with this beautifully illustrated book. Your child will love to match up words and pictures, and find Liam, who keeps hiding in his bedroom. Perfect for the young reader!

About the Author

J.S. Huntlands is the author of Nick Twisted Minds and is currently working on more books in this series, as well as 23 more books in the Me and My Best Friend series. Huntlands is a full-time writer, as well as a mom to a wonderful four-year-old boy. This book is dedicated to her son in hopes that he never forgets his best friend.

Comment on Saying `sorry’ pays off for U. of Michigan Doctors by sonicman

sonicman — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 11:05:53 +0000

Read this story. Boothman did not apologize to this family. The Hereford family is owed an apology, instead Boothman adds insult to injury. It would be interesting to see the number of cases that Boothman and his hospital admit a mistake and make a genuine apology.

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/07/20/AR2009072002298.html

Seems to me this is a brilliant PR strategy by Boothman and the hospital. They publicize that they apologize so when a patient doesn’t receive an apology they will think they must have been mistaken.

All propaganda, and newspapers by printed these apology stories are helping to spread it. Reporters should check their stories before printing them.

WHATEVER happened to being honest because it is the RIGHT thing to do? The US healthcare system is in shambles because of dishonesty. The patients pay the ultimate price.