Lophotrochozoa

Effects of Nanoplastics on Canadian and Guadeloupean Oysters

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Thursday, May 27, 2021
Lophotrochozoa, Molluscs, Pteriida, Protostomes, Ostreida, Oyster, Smoked food, Isognomon, Eastern oyster, Arsenic, Crassostrea

According to a recent study published in the journal Chemosphere , the combined presence of nanoplastics and arsenic affects the biological functions of oysters.

Key Points: 
  • According to a recent study published in the journal Chemosphere , the combined presence of nanoplastics and arsenic affects the biological functions of oysters.
  • However, it remained higher in the gills of the Canadian Crassostrea virginicaoyster than in the Isognomon alatus oyster, found in Guadeloupe.
  • The next step, after characterizing the presence of nanoplastics and arsenic in oysters, would be to study how these contaminants are transferred through the food chain.
  • "Understanding the amount of nanoplastics in farmed oysters currently boils down to a technical issue."

All-Natural Zebracide™ Granted U.S. Patent for Fast-Acting, Food-Based Pesticide Used to Combat United States Second Most Economic Impacting Species, The Growing Zebra Mussel Infestation

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Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Animals, Dreissenidae, Zebra mussel, Lophotrochozoa, Molluscs, Mussel

GARDNER, Kan., Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --ZebraCide ( https://zebracide.com/ ) recently announced that it had been granted U.S. patent number 10,863,747 for its all-natural zebra mussel pesticide.

Key Points: 
  • GARDNER, Kan., Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --ZebraCide ( https://zebracide.com/ ) recently announced that it had been granted U.S. patent number 10,863,747 for its all-natural zebra mussel pesticide.
  • Officially classified as a Minimum Risk Pesticide (40 CFR 152.25), ZebraCide is the latest weapon in the battle against zebra mussels.
  • ZebraCide eradicates the freshwater pest within hours when used in closed systems like pipes, screens, locks, sweeps, and heat exchangers.
  • Zebra mussels were introduced into United States Great Lakes waterways in 1980, with the ability to lay 1,000,000 per season.

Rare Natural Pearl With the Word 'ALLAH' Scripted in Arabic to go on Sale/Auction

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Monday, January 13, 2020
Molluscs, Lophotrochozoa, Jewellery, Gemstones, Pearl, Oyster, Gemstone

The Inscription is not about something that is carved out on the pearl but rather the pearl was found in salt water with the writing in its natural form from the oyster itself.

Key Points: 
  • The Inscription is not about something that is carved out on the pearl but rather the pearl was found in salt water with the writing in its natural form from the oyster itself.
  • The holiness about this pearl is that the name of 'ALLAH' too is natural and is certified by the Gem & Pearl Testing Laboratories of Kingdom of Bahrain, USA and Switzerland.
  • The Pearl is designed in the form of a pendant and there is no contact with any metal.
  • The Pearl has been certified as a natural pearl by:
    It's even more special as it was found in the waters of Khaleej Sea, the pearl hub of the world.

Rare Natural Pearl With the Word 'ALLAH' Scripted in Arabic to go on Sale/Auction

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Monday, January 13, 2020
Molluscs, Lophotrochozoa, Jewellery, Gemstones, Pearl, Oyster, Gemstone

The Inscription is not about something that is carved out on the pearl but rather the pearl was found in salt water with the writing in its natural form from the oyster itself.

Key Points: 
  • The Inscription is not about something that is carved out on the pearl but rather the pearl was found in salt water with the writing in its natural form from the oyster itself.
  • The holiness about this pearl is that the name of 'ALLAH' too is natural and is certified by the Gem & Pearl Testing Laboratories of Kingdom of Bahrain, USA and Switzerland.
  • The Pearl is designed in the form of a pendant and there is no contact with any metal.
  • The Pearl has been certified as a natural pearl by:
    It's even more special as it was found in the waters of Khaleej Sea, the pearl hub of the world.

Tennessee Aquarium Raising Fish to Help Offspring of Endangered Native Mollusks

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Friday, November 8, 2019
Molluscs, Belgian cuisine, Mussel, Tennessee Aquarium, Bivalvia, Lophotrochozoa, Tennessee

When it's time for their microscopic larvae to continue developing, female mussels must parasitically infect a specific host species of fish with their offspring.

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  • When it's time for their microscopic larvae to continue developing, female mussels must parasitically infect a specific host species of fish with their offspring.
  • Recently, the Tennessee Aquarium joined forces with Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency-managed Cumberland River Aquatic Center in Gallatin, Tennessee to lend a helping fin to the host-less offspring of four endangered species of native bivalves.
  • "They reached out to the Tennessee Aquarium Conservation Institute because we are well-known for raising fishes," says Aquarium Science Programs Manager Dr. Bernie Kuhajda.
  • "They were hoping we could propagate some fish for them to use in raising their mussels."

Woodman’s and Bloomberg Team Up to Create The Bloomberg Baystate Business Fried Clam Index (BBBFCI)

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Tuesday, July 16, 2019
Retail, Restaurant, Bar, Food, Beverage, Molluscs, Lophotrochozoa, Fried clams, New England cuisine, Food and drink, Chubby, Essex, Massachusetts, Bloomberg L.P., Clam, Bloomberg, Woodman

Woodmans of Essex and Bloomberg Radio are teaming up to create a fun, summer economic indicator called the Bloomberg Baystate Business Fried Clam Index, or BBBFCI, a new and exclusive summertime gauge of economic activity measured by the sale of fried clams at Woodmans of Essex where, in 1916, Lawrence Chubby Woodman invented the tasty summer treat.

Key Points: 
  • Woodmans of Essex and Bloomberg Radio are teaming up to create a fun, summer economic indicator called the Bloomberg Baystate Business Fried Clam Index, or BBBFCI, a new and exclusive summertime gauge of economic activity measured by the sale of fried clams at Woodmans of Essex where, in 1916, Lawrence Chubby Woodman invented the tasty summer treat.
  • Maureen will offer up numbers and insights into the familys business as a window on consumer confidence.
  • If more people are willing to spend their hard-earned clams on clams, that tells us something about the health of the Baystate economy.
  • Were thrilled to partner with Bloomberg Radio and happy to share some of our insights into the economy by discussing our sales data, said Maureen.

TRI Raises Multi-Million Growth Funding From Octopus Investments to Expand Its Risk-Based Monitoring Platform for Clinical Trials

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Monday, October 15, 2018
Health, Octopus, Lophotrochozoa, Clinical trial

TRI's clients include pharmaceutical companies, Clinical Research Organisations (CROs) and BioTech start-ups who operate within the broader clinical trials market.

Key Points: 
  • TRI's clients include pharmaceutical companies, Clinical Research Organisations (CROs) and BioTech start-ups who operate within the broader clinical trials market.
  • "Our mission is to improve clinical trial outcomes through the intelligent application of technology," said Duncan Hall, CEO and founder.
  • Funding was raised through Octopus Investments, part of the Octopus Group headquartered in London.
  • Octopus Energy, Octopus Healthcare, Octopus Investments, Octopus Labs, Octopus Property and Octopus Ventures are all part of Octopus Group.

InventHelp Inventor Develops PRECIOUS PEARL (STU-2257)

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Monday, September 10, 2018
Lophotrochozoa, Precious, UTAH, Pearl, Patent

PITTSBURGH, Sept. 10, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Two inventors, from Salt Lake City, Utah, thought there could be a better way to secure and remove a child's car seat from a vehicle, so they invented the PRECIOUS PEARL.

Key Points: 
  • PITTSBURGH, Sept. 10, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Two inventors, from Salt Lake City, Utah, thought there could be a better way to secure and remove a child's car seat from a vehicle, so they invented the PRECIOUS PEARL.
  • The patent pending PRECIOUS PEARL provides a more effective way for a parent to access a child's car seat.
  • As a result, it enhances comfort and convenience and it provides added peace of mind for parents.
  • Additionally, the PRECIOUS PEARL is producible in design variations.

The Government of Canada is investing in research and education to prevent Zebra and Quagga mussels invasion in the Okanagan region

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Monday, August 6, 2018
Dreissenidae, Invasive species, Fauna of Europe, Zebra mussel, Quagga mussel, Lophotrochozoa, Mussel, Quagga, Great Lakes, National Invasive Species Act, Aquatic invasive species in Canada

The Government of Canada is committed to taking action on aquatic invasive species, including Zebra and Quagga mussels, by investing in the necessary research to understand the threat, and to educate the public on how they can help to prevent the spread.

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  • The Government of Canada is committed to taking action on aquatic invasive species, including Zebra and Quagga mussels, by investing in the necessary research to understand the threat, and to educate the public on how they can help to prevent the spread.
  • With this research, the Okanagan area will be better prepared in case of a mussel invasion and will have the knowledge of where to focus management efforts.
  • Our Government takes the threat posed by Zebra and Quagga mussels seriously and is committed to preventing these species from spreading and establishing themselves further in our waterways.
  • Zebra Mussels are found throughout Lake Winnipeg, the Great Lakes, Lake St. Clair and the Mississippi river watershed.

AGTA Confirms the 2018 AGTA Spectrum Awards™ Celebrity Talent for Winning Collection Photo Shoot

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Wednesday, July 18, 2018
Lophotrochozoa, Jewellery, Gemstones, Materials, Mineralogy, Pearl, Ricardo Basta

DALLAS, July 18, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) is ecstatic to announce an additional celebrity to the 2018 AGTA Spectrum Awards winning collection photoshoot.

Key Points: 
  • DALLAS, July 18, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) is ecstatic to announce an additional celebrity to the 2018 AGTA Spectrum Awards winning collection photoshoot.
  • Taking place in Los Angeles, California in August, this industry-unique event follows the AGTA Spectrum Awards competition, North America's premier colored gemstone and cultured pearl jewelry design competition.
  • We are thrilled three talented women will be representing the beautiful colored gemstones and pearls from the upcoming AGTA Spectrum Awards winning collection" stated AGTA CEO, Douglas K. Hucker.
  • Additional Spectrum Awards are sponsored by Platinum Guild International (Platinum Honors) and the Women's Jewelry Association (Gem DIVA).