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TuesdayJun 03, 2008 8:54 am

Lexicon Pharmaceuticals Inc. (LXRX) Awarded Fast Track Designation for Development of Carcinoid Syndrome Treatment

According to the American Cancer Society, about 11,000 to 12,000 neuroendocrine tumors and neuroendocrine cancers are diagnosed each year in the United States. Carcinoid syndrome is a result of these tumors, which secret large amounts of serotonin that can cause severe diarrhea and abdominal discomfort. There are limited therapeutic options, and the gastrointestinal symptoms usually return over time, prompting biotechnology companies to discover new agents. Lexicon Pharmaceuticals Inc. (Nasdaq: LXRX) is one such company looking to give patients symptomatic relief. The company today announced it has received Fast Track status from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to accelerate the…

TuesdayJun 03, 2008 8:53 am

SmallCAPS.us Featured Company: Hudson Technologies, Inc. (HDSN)

Hudson Technologies (HDSN:NASDAQ) is a leading provider of refrigerants and reclamation services for commercial refrigeration and air conditioning systems in the United States. The company also provides proprietary on-site decontamination services and energy efficiency assessments. In addition, Hudson Technologies has a strategic alliance to market its service offerings outside the United States with the German industrial gases giant Linde. In early May, Hudson Technologies announced an outstanding earnings report. The company reported record first quarter revenues of over $11 million, an increase of 40% from the same quarter last year. Net income for the first quarter came in at 9…

TuesdayJun 03, 2008 8:49 am

Stocks That Keep You Ahead of Inflation

Neither wealth nor the size of an investment portfolio mitigates the effects of inflation. The poor feel the deleterious effects sooner, but uncontrollable growths in operating expenses can cripple even giant corporations. The stock market is an empowering means of maintaining real values of cash inflows. This investment route is egalitarian. It also allows an additive approach. Some of today’s most influential investors have made modest entries into a stock exchange not so long ago. The system of ADRs allows U.S. investors to buy stocks from countries where inflation may be lower than at home. Four stock strategies can keep…

TuesdayJun 03, 2008 8:12 am

mPhase Technologies Inc. (XDSL.OB) is “One to Watch”

mPhase Technologies is committed to leading the development of future battery technology. The company’s wholly owned subsidiary, AlwaysReady, Inc., has revolutionized the traditional concept of the battery by providing potentially infinite shelf life, lower manufacturing cost, power management functionality, faster ramp to power, versatile packaging, and a flexible array of configurations while being environmentally friendly. Batteries are used in a countless number of electronic devices that are demanding higher performance, longer lasting power, and environmentally friendly methodologies. mPhase’s Smart Battery can be used in a wide array of industries including military, medical, industrial, and consumer technologies, as well as many…

TuesdayJun 03, 2008 8:12 am

mPhase Technologies Inc. (XDSL.OB) is "One to Watch"

TuesdayJun 03, 2008 7:28 am

Thorium Power Ltd. (THPW.OB) Moves Forward in Safer Nuclear Power Design Application After UAE Agreement

There are many options to providing the world’s population the power it needs to work and live. Most of the more immediate options are quickly being commercialized. Others are being refined for their potential use. Still others are available and in use, but not at their true potential. Those that can bring the most beneficial energy options online, at a reusable price, will be those that find exceptionally large profits further down the road. Thorium Power Ltd., a development-stage nuclear power design company, is currently working with worldwide governments in their search for cleaner/nonproliferating nuclear power options. Currently, the company…

TuesdayJun 03, 2008 7:26 am

Natus Medical Inc. (BABY) is “One to Watch”

With a stock symbol of BABY, you know where a good portion of Natus Medical Inc.'s focus is at. Natus is a company dedicated to improving health outcomes and patient care in their target markets. They strive to achieve this through innovative screening, diagnostic and treatment solutions. Natus provides newborn care products, hearing screening systems, hearing diagnostic systems, and jaundice management products. They also provide sleep and neurology diagnostic systems, as well as data management systems to their customers. Natus's primary customers are hospitals, clinics, laboratories, physicians, nurses, audiologists, and government agencies. With headquarters in San Carlos, California, Natus markets…

TuesdayJun 03, 2008 7:26 am

Natus Medical Inc. (BABY) is "One to Watch"

TuesdayJun 03, 2008 7:23 am

Fisher Communications Inc. (FSCI) Getting the Word Out

Fisher Communications Inc. (FSCI) management believes they make a difference in communities by connecting people through quality local news and information. Headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Fischer is a communications company in the Broadcasting-TV industry. They trade on NASDAQ and pride themselves on being innovative in all the divisions they operate. Their focus is to instill in their employees a commitment to journalism excellence. Their broadcasting journalism content transmits through the 13 full-power and 8 low-power TV stations they own or manage. They also have eight radio stations in their fold. All of these stations operate in the Pacific Northwest. Fisher…

TuesdayJun 03, 2008 7:22 am

Advanced Growing Systems, Inc. (AGWS.OB) Adds Fisher Island to List of Customers

Organic Growing Systems, Inc., a scientifically advanced organic fertilizer manufacturer and a subsidiary of Advanced Growing System, has entered into a strategic relationship with Fisher Island. Fisher Island is a world-class, private-island residential community in south Florida with the highest per capita income in the United States. The island is only accessible by boat or helicopter, and is home to several well known celebrities, entrepreneurs, entertainers and athletes. According to the agreement, Organic Growing Systems will supply organic fertilizer to Fisher Island through its distributor, Florida Mulch, Inc. Using organic fertilizer is a good step for the island and a…

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