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o £ 4 * + 3 3 6 % 2 y ... 3 < z. & C 5 $ U o & 3 * $ § & 3 C = al s worke UW research project has impact on longer life for people and agriculture reakthrough research Bfingjings by Prof. John Thompson and his coâ€" workers at the University of Waterloo have implications for longer life for people as well as agricultural products. Thompson, associate viceâ€"president, university research, and his associates recently discovered two powerful genes encoding proteins that comprise a "switch" for regulating proâ€" grammed cell death. These genes have "broad applicaâ€" tion" in combating a range of human ilinesses, such as cancer, heart disease, glauâ€" coma and Alzheimer‘s. Volunteers needed to fill a variety of positions "The genes are present in both plants and mammalis, including humans, and the switch may be an ubiquiâ€" tous mechanism for conâ€" trolling cell death. When the switch is on, cells die, and when the switch is off, they grow and proliferate," said Thompson, a biologist and former dean of science. Programmed cell death in plants is termed senesâ€" cence. Transgenic plants in which the death switch has been locked in the off posiâ€" tion exhibit delayed senesâ€" cence. This can enhance the shelf life of perishable produce such as fruits, vegâ€" ooking for a way to I make a difference in he community? The Volunteer Action Centre offers several opportunities. A volunteer is a person who believes that people can make a difference â€" and is willing to prove it. Why not prove it? Call RAISE Home Support Service for the Elderly about becoming a volunteer driver. #1058â€" The 2003 Jr. Canadian Fastball Championships will be held in Waterioo at Hillâ€" side Park, through Aug. 9. This event can put volunâ€" teers to wark in a number of areas. Volunteers are needed as announcers, scorekeepâ€" Regular & Stamped Concrete Poolâ€"Decks, Patio, Walks, Driveways, etc. We also resurface existing Concrete. "Polished" Decorative Overlays for any interior floor Golden Shield Construction Ltd. Kâ€"W (519) 894â€"5915 Out of area 1â€"888â€"4 DEKâ€"FXR Visit our Website at: www.goldenshieldconstruction.com It‘s wild, wacky and wonâ€" derful â€" it‘s the Busker Carâ€" "gival. The 15th annual Waterloo Busker Carnival is coming to.the streets of uptown Waterloo Aug. 21â€"24. Volunteers can help with setâ€" up and takeâ€"down at Festival of Fools on Aug. 20, staff the information booth, sell souâ€" venirs or popcorn, provide information and a warm welcome to the buskers, decâ€" orate the street, help with Kidz Day or be a festival UW Prof. John Thompson reviews a research project with stuâ€" dent Linda Nowack. etables and flowers. Programmed cell death in humans is termed apopâ€" tosis, and many diseases are attributable to abnormal apoptosis. Maintaining the death switch in the off position also results in increased seed yield and enhanced tolerance of plants to enviâ€" ronmental stress. ers, for concessions, souâ€" venir sales, ticket sales, and parking. This is an excellent opportunity for sports fans and community supporters to share in g\national event. #1119â€"13850. LIFESTYLE In the event of cancer, for example, cells targeted to undergo apoptosis are unable to turn on the death switch and proliferate to form a tumor. Conversely, other diseases such as glauâ€" coma are a manifestation of premature apoptosis. _ "As in plant cells, so in human cells, transgene technology can be used to ambassador or more. Volunâ€" teertng at the carnival is a great way to get involved in the community and have some fun. #1119â€"9071. A daytime volunteer opportunity exists for friendly, enthusiastic indiâ€" viduals with excellent comâ€" munication skills. Canadian Blood Services is looking for three to five volunteers to serve refreshments to donors. Volunteers must be interested in people and be prepared to offer the best custbmer service. Refreshâ€" ment volunteers are needed Monday through Thursday and Saturday mornings. Here is your opportunity to work in a pleasant environâ€" 20"* OFF or Fitness Clothing & Swimwear SALE he Uhe® you fird € more turn the death switch on and off, and this holds in prospect being able to ameâ€" liorate human diseases arisâ€" ing from abnormal apoptoâ€" sis," Thompson said. When the death switch is turned on in human colon carcinoma cells, apoptosis is induced and the cancer cells die. Similarly, the induction of premature apoptosis in human cells can be prevented by turning the death switch off. The research into both the agricultural and human applications of the discovâ€" ery is continuing. As a result of the research, Senesco Inc., a functional genomics company has been estabâ€" lished in New Jersey. Thompson graduated with a bachelor of science in agriculture degree from the University of Toronto and has a PhD from the Univerâ€" sity of Alberta. He was a postdoctoral fellow in the Department of Medical Biochemistry at the University of Birmingham, England. He joined UW as an assistant professor of biology in January 1968 and was dean of science from 1990 for three terms. He is also a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada. ment and meet new people while offering an important service. #1209â€"1204. Make a difference in chilâ€" dren‘s lives throughout the world. World Vision Canada is looking for youth and adults who enjoy talking to the public. Volunteers will provide information about World Vision and Child Sponsorship in local malls during the months of August and September. Training will be provided. #3996. For further information about these and other volunteer opportunities, call the Volunteer Action Centre at 742â€"8610, or visit www kâ€"wyolcentre.on.ca. IROMCLI Retirement & Tax n in in aaes zons Planning Specialis _ #201â€"80 King St S. + Waterioo, ON + N2J 1P5 C Office: (519)886â€"2360 ext. 241 Email: lay. che@investorsgroup.com MCEACHNIE â€" yhe ~oice" of the "Pinancial FimANMCIAL & Tax Planning Tip of the Day" on PuANNING TE AM 105 3 KOOL PM & OLDIES 1090 AM Conestoga Mall will celebrate its 25th birthday Aug. 16. Centre Court will be transformed into "Treasure Island" where kids can fish for prizes, dig for hidden treasures, walk the plank or participate in a sword fight with real live pirates. The birthday party will take place from 10 a.m.â€"4 p.m. featuring Captain Hook himself along with his castaway crew. Shoppers can enter to win a treasure chest of prizes throughout the day. Answer "Hidden Treasure" riddles and become eligible to win a $250 gift certificate from Conestoga Mall. There will be one lucky winner every half hour. The grand prize and top treasure of the day will be a trip for two to Treasure Island Resort in Las Vegas along with $500 in spending money. _ In the last year alone, Conestoga Mall has helped raise over $250,000 for local charities. In 1914 what did you wear, how did you behave and what would you be served when a neighbour invited you to tea? Spend an afternoon in 1914 and enjoy some of the traditional customs that may have been lost over the years. The villagers and farmers at Doon Heritage Crossâ€" roads will host tea Aug. 10. â€" 0 The historic site is open daily from 10 a.m.â€"4:30 p.m. Regular admission. For most women, the trials and tribulations of being a teenager is not easily forgotten. There are thousands of young teenage and preâ€"teen women across Waterloo region who would like to talk and who want help in growing up. Volunteer women are needâ€" ed who care about the future of young teen girls. The Youth Health Program of the Waterloo Region comâ€" munity health department is again offering a schoolâ€" based program called Teen Esteem. Teen Esteem provides a positive group experience for girls in Grades 7â€"8 at a time when their selfâ€"esteem is most vulnerable. Each session is led by volunteer women from the community who have life experiences to share about their own careers and life choices. Since 1997, dedicated women have volunteered to act as selfâ€"esteem group leaders and role models for the Teen Esteem program. Volunteers are asked to visit schools during the lunch hours for one week each term to make a difference in the lives of girls. Teen Esteem promotes positive selfâ€"esteem for young women,at a time when teenage girls are experiâ€" encing many changes. Teen Esteem volunteers can help these girls feel they are valuable and appreciated. Messages of self worth, empowerment in choosing varied careers, goal setting for the future and positive selfâ€"images are delivered in a sixâ€"week program. Those interested in becoming a Teen Esteem volâ€" unteer may contact Beth Cougler Blom, volunteer coordinator at the Region of Waterloo Public Health, at 883â€"2000 ext. 5354 by Aug. 22. Young girls seek guidance Hunt for hidden treasure It‘s tea time at Doon Heritage Crossroads cz / iz / xX s Canadian Travel & Cruises VYVacations ~ on Sale / 886â€"