Midland, Michigan – Michigan Molecular Institute

Midland, Michigan

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In Midland, Michigan – Michigan Molecular Institute along with ECO Research Institute will open a new facility that is expected to begin its operations next summer. The facility, Eco Bio Plastics Midland, Inc., is seeking to develop materials based from used papers and plastics. Groundbreaking is scheduled by the end of the year and will bring about 30 new jobs.

For more information, you may visit http://www.mmi.org.

Crestview Hills, Kentucky - Joseph-Beth Booksellers

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In Crestview Hills, Kentucky – Joseph-Beth Booksellers is opening a new store in Crestview Hills, Kentucky. Being their fourth store, it will also feature a bistro like the first three and will not only sell books but will also include gifts and other items. They hope to open by Mid-November and are planning to hire 30 employees.

For more information, you may visit http://www.josephbeth.com/Employment.aspx.

Are Smart Phones and Tablets Better Off Without NFC?

NFC Technology in smart phones

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At one point or another, we have heard about NFC as a new feature in smart phones. So, what is it?

NFC or Near Field Communication is a relatively new feature in electronic devices that simplifies data transfer, operation and communication. It is “near field” because it only needs a few centimeters or less in order to pair up with another device. But Bluetooth and WiFi can also do this, right? What’s the difference?

Nikon J1 and V1: Cameras With Dual Core Expeed 3

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Nikon has just unveiled the Nikon J1 and V1, two 10.1 megapixel cameras equipped with a dual core Expeed 3, a fast image processing engine.

To a non-professional but enthusiastic photographer, details about the 13.3-by-8.8mm sensor, 10-30mm lens, aperture and ISO features do not matter, because the important thing is what the cameras can do and not how they do them. In addition, the cameras should be easy to use and should take good pictures every time.

Muhlenberg Township, Pennsylvania - Packaging Corporation of America

Muhlenberg Township, Pennsylvania

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In Muhlenberg Township, Pennsylvania – The Packaging Corporation of America, a company that produces containerboard and corrugated packaging products, is opening a new manufacturing facility in Muhlenberg Township, Pennsylvania next month. The new facility is expected to create fifty new jobs in the next three years.

Brunswick, Georgia - GSI Commerce

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In Brunswick, Georgia - GSI Commerce, a company that provides ecommerce solutions and interactive marketing services, will open a call center in Brunswick, Georgia. With its headquarters in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, the company expects to hire 750 seasonal employees.

For more info, you may visit http://www.gsicommerce.com/.

Mentor, Ohio - Safeguard Properties

Mentor, Ohio

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In Mentor, Ohio - Safeguard Properties, a company that maintains and inspects foreclosed properties, is opening a new facility in Mentor, Ohio. The new facility, a testament to their business growth, will help the headquarters free up more space and assist it in providing uninterrupted service. It is planned to bring about 60 new jobs to the city.

Google Adds New Feature: Celebrity Endorsements

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Google will add a new feature in the search results: celebrity endorsements.

Florence, South Carolina - Otis Elevator Company

Florence, South Carolina

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In Florence, South Carolina - Otis Elevator Company is opening a new facility in Florence, South Carolina. The new facility is set to produce innovative elevators such as the Gen 2 elevator. The facility is scheduled to open in July 2012 and will bring 360 new jobs in the area.

F1 Races on Electric Motors?

F1 Cars

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Developments in the electric car industry are clear moves on what the automobiles of the future will run on. With new technologies, electric cars are going faster and are having longer ranges. Isn't it time that F1 races run on electric motors as well?