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Groundbreaking legislation on assisted reproduction and parentage rights has been signed in to law in TN with the aid of a non-profit national patient advocacy group. The National Embryo Donation Center (NEDC) in Knoxville, TN, was influential in the adoption of the bill that specifically, uniquely and clearly addresses the rights and responsibilities of all parties to embryo donation and parentage rights of children born as a result of donated embryos. The bill takes effect July 1, 2013.

AllPennyStocks.com Media, Inc. (AllPennyStocks.com/) announces its latest article titled “Firesteel Resources and OZ Minerals Aiming to Partner on ROK Coyote Project in British Columbia.”

Pinnacle Strategies is offering a highly interactive workshop for industry leaders to expand their understanding of Theory of Constraints, Lean, and Six Sigma (TLS) as a method for continuous improvement and the fundamentals of Pinnacle Strategies’ ViewPoint for project execution.

The report presents detailed data on consumption trends in the Pre-Shave Cosmetics - Men's category in Greece, analyzing consumption volumes and values. It also provides indispensable data on distribution channels, profiles of companies active in the Male Toiletries sector andlatest industry news.

The report presents detailed data on consumption trends in the Sugar Confectionery category in Belgium, analyzing consumption volumes and values at segment level. It also provides indispensable data on distribution channels, profiles of companies active in the Confectionery sector, latest industry news and mergers & acquisitions in the sector.

"Greece Drug Delivery Devices Investment Opportunities, Analysis and Forecasts to 2018", a new report by Global Markets Direct, provides key market data on the Ireland Drug Delivery Devices market. The report provides value (USD million), volume (units) and average price (USD) data for each segment and sub-segment within 4 market categories - Metered Dose Inhaler Devices, Infusion Systems, Central Venous Catheters and Needle Free Injections. The report also provides company shares and distribution shares data for each of the aforementioned market categories. The report is supplemented with global corporate-level profiles of the key market participants with information on key recent developments.

Shampoo & Conditioners in Portugal by Mintel Global Market Navigator provides you with annual year-end market size data, most recently updated in 2012. This market covers shampoos and hair conditioners for men, women and includes unisex products. Market value is based on sales through all retail channels including direct to consumer, but excludes the professional sector including hairdresser sales to the consumer. Market size for Shampoo & Conditioners in Portugal is given in EUR with a minimum of five years' historical data. Market Forecast is provided for five years. Included with this snapshot is socio-economic data for Portugal. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.

Games Hardware in France by Mintel Global Market Navigator provides you with annual year-end market size data, most recently updated in 2012. This market covers home console and handheld console games hardware. Peripherals, such as controllers and other gaming hardware accessories are excluded. Market size is based on all retail sales including direct to consumer. Market size for Games Hardware in France is given in unit with a minimum of five years' historical data. Market Forecast is provided for five years. Included with this snapshot is socio-economic data for France. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.

Fast Food & Takeaways in Spain by Mintel Global Market Navigator provides you with annual year-end market size data, most recently updated in 2012. This report covers fast food and takeaway restaurants which have a restricted or set menu, limited seating and offer take-aways which account for a significant proportion of turnover. It can include pizzerias, grills & hot dog bars, US style, food/sold bars, street stalls/kiosks, self service outlets, take away only outlets and fish & chip shops. Market value is based on expenditure including sales tax in these outlets; market volume is based on numbers of outlets. Market size for Fast Food & Takeaways in Spain is given in EUR and outlet with a minimum of five years' historical data. Market Forecast is provided for five years. Included with this snapshot is socio-economic data for Spain. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.

Restaurants in New Zealand by Mintel Global Market Navigator provides you with annual year-end market size data, most recently updated in 2012. This report covers full service/traditional and fast food & takeaway restaurants. Market value is based on expenditure including sales tax in these outlets; market volume is based on numbers of outlets. Market size for Restaurants in New Zealand is given in NZD and outlet with a minimum of five years' historical data. Market Forecast is provided for five years. Included with this snapshot is socio-economic data for New Zealand. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.

"Ireland Ophthalmic Devices Investment Opportunities, Analysis and Forecasts to 2018", a new report by Global Markets Direct, provides key market data on the Ireland Ophthalmic Devices market. The report provides value (USD million), volume (units) and average price (USD) data for each segment and sub-segment within seven market categories - Cataract Surgery Devices, Glaucoma Surgery Devices, Intraocular Lens (IOL), Ophthalmic Diagnostic Equipment, Refractive Surgery Devices, Vision Care and Vitreo Retinal Surgery Devices. The report also provides company shares and distribution shares data for each of the aforementioned market categories. The report is supplemented with global corporate-level profiles of the key market participants with information on key recent developments.

Global Markets Direct's, 'Helicobacter Pylori Infections - Pipeline Review, H1 2013', provides an overview of the indication's therapeutic pipeline. This report provides information on the therapeutic development for Helicobacter Pylori Infections, complete with latest updates, and special features on late-stage and discontinued projects. It also reviews key players involved in the therapeutic development for Helicobacter Pylori Infections. Helicobacter Pylori Infections - Pipeline Review, Half Year is built using data and information sourced from Global Markets Direct's proprietary databases, Company/University websites, SEC filings, investor presentations and featured press releases from company/university sites and industry-specific third party sources, put together by Global Markets Direct's team.

Global Markets Direct's, 'Diabetic Neuropathy - Pipeline Review, H1 2013', provides an overview of the indication's therapeutic pipeline. This report provides information on the therapeutic development for Diabetic Neuropathy, complete with latest updates, and special features on late-stage and discontinued projects. It also reviews key players involved in the therapeutic development for Diabetic Neuropathy. Diabetic Neuropathy - Pipeline Review, Half Year is built using data and information sourced from Global Markets Direct's proprietary databases, Company/University websites, SEC filings, investor presentations and featured press releases from company/university sites and industry-specific third party sources, put together by Global Markets Direct's team.

Peripheral Artery Occlusive Disease (PAOD) - Pipeline Review, H1 2013

Company Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), Partnerships & Alliances and Investments reports offer a comprehensive breakdown of the organic and inorganic growth activity undertaken by an organization to sustain its competitive advantage.

Company Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), Partnerships & Alliances and Investments reports offer a comprehensive breakdown of the organic and inorganic growth activity undertaken by an organization to sustain its competitive advantage.

This report is the result of Timetric's extensive market research covering the life insurance industry in Switzerland. It contains detailed historic and forecast data for claims and expenses. 'Life Insurance Claims and Expenses in Switzerland to 2016: Market Databook' provides detailed insight into the operating environment of the life insurance industry in Switzerland. It is an essential tool for companies active across the Swiss life insurance value chain and for new players considering to enter the market.

"Trends and Opportunities in the Guatemalan Life Insurance Industry to 2016: Market Profile" is the result of extensive research into the insurance industry, covering the life insurance market in Guatemala. The report provides data on legislation, supervision and regulatory control in the insurance industry in Guatemala. This report also includes growth prospects for the life insurance market in Guatemala and sub-segments such as individual and group insurance with details of sub-products in each market.

In terms of pre-paid cards, 2012 was a stellar year. Following the successful launch of Flazz by Bank Central Asia in open loop pre-paid cards, and the significant entry of Bank Mandiri (Persero) in closed loop pre-paid cards, a number of other players followed suit, issuing their own pre-paid cards. This helped to support the very strong double-digit growth in number of cards, volume of transactions and retail value of transactions of pre-paid cards in 2012. In fact, the number of pre-paid...

With value growth of 7%, resulting in sales of GBP750 million, soup performed well in 2012, thanks to the dynamism that is characterising the category. This is helping the category to become less seasonal and less reliant on the weather, turning the product into a lunchtime choice for people at work. The 2012 positive performance was driven by new product developments and strong marketing strategies introduced by the main players.

Euromonitor International's Industrial reports provide a 360 degree view of an industry. The Industrial market report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Wines and Cider market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales data, allowing you to identify the sectors driving growth. It identifies the leading companies, the leading brands and offers strategic analysis of key factors influencing the market - be they new product developments, packaging innovations, economic/lifestyle influences, distribution or pricing issues. Forecasts illustrate how the market is set to change.

Euromonitor International's Industrial reports provide a 360 degree view of an industry. The Industrial market report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Beer market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales data, allowing you to identify the sectors driving growth. It identifies the leading companies, the leading brands and offers strategic analysis of key factors influencing the market - be they new product developments, packaging innovations, economic/lifestyle influences, distribution or pricing issues. Forecasts illustrate how the market is set to change.

Sugar confectionery is also being impacted by the public health tax, which was introduced in September 2011. The new tax affects packaged food with a sugar content of over 8g per 100g. Sugar confectionery is regarded as potentially unhealthy and covered by the new law, and a tax has been added to most of these products. The tax has added to the costs of manufacturers, who were forced to increase prices. This enhanced retail value sales in 2012, though demand declined due to the tight budgets of...

Ice cream in Guatemala increased in value by 7% in 2012, rising to GTQ602 million. Ice cream is a very popular packaged food product in Guatemala and is enjoyed both by children and adults alike throughout the year. Guatemala's annual per capita ice cream consumption remained on 0.78 litres per person in 2012. This is lower than Mexico's annual per capita ice cream consumption of 0.94 litres and considerably lower than the Latin America average annual per capita ice cream consumption of 1.47...

Luxury jewellery and timepieces in Switzerland showed itself to be extremely resilient to the pressures of the ongoing economic turmoil in Europe during 2012, increasing in volume by 7% and in value by 8%. It should be stated that this impressive performance represents a significant acceleration from the current value CAGR of 5% recorded over the entire review period. The reason for this higher growth in 2012 was the pronounced increase in the numbers of inbound tourists purchasing luxury...